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Terraced ancient ruins sit on a lush green mountainside along the Lares Trek, overlooking a valley with trees, fields, and a small village surrounded by steep rocky peaks under a partly cloudy sky.

Lares Valley Peru Trek

  • 4 Days
  • 3 Nights
  • from US $1109
  • Customizable & Combinable
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Ancient stone ruins of Inca buildings with triangular roofs are set on a steep, grassy hillside along the Lares Trek, surrounded by green mountains and bathed in sunlight.
Ancient stone ruins sit atop a grassy hill under a bright blue sky, with mountains and clouds in the background. These weathered walls, featuring several doorways and windows, are a highlight along the scenic Lares Trek in Peru.
Aerial view of winding, turquoise blue lakes in Lares Valley, surrounded by rugged, grassy hills and rocky terrain under clear sunlight—a stunning Peru Trek landscape.
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  • 4 Days
  • 3 Nights
  • from US $1109
  • Customizable & Combinable

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Summary - Lares Valley Peru Trek

Lares Valley Peru Trek - Tour Extension

The 4 Day Lares Valley Trek is an excellent option for an alternative Inca Trail. Less traveled and just as scenic, this Inca Trail begins at the Lares hot springs, covers terrain over 4000 meters in the Lares Valley, and ends at Ollantaytambo. Plus, it’s easy to add a tour of Machu Picchu to the end of your trek.

Note: This is a tour extension, combine this trek with one of our full package tours.

Highlights

  • Scenic trekking routes through passes over 4000 meters
  • Breathtaking views of the Lares Valley
  • Trekking through the Andes & the Sacred Valley
  • Finish off in Machu Picchu

Included

  • Transfer to/from Cusco
  • Expert guides, porters, cook, and horsemen
  • Camping and cooking equipment, included tents and sleeping pads
  • Horses to carry equipment
  • All meals, snacks, afternoon tea, and filtered water

Sample Itinerary

A highland landscape showing a series of vibrant blue lakes surrounded by rugged, grassy mountains and rocky terrain under daylight, capturing the stunning scenery along the Lares Valley Trek in Peru.
Day 1

At 6:30 am we depart from Cusco by private transportation and travel through the Sacred Valley to Lares, and spend the rest of the morning soaking in the natural hot springs of Lares. After lunch, we begin our Lares Valley Trek and hike to Wacawasi.

A thin stream of water flows from a stone spout set in an ancient, geometrically-carved stone wall along the Lares Trek, filling a small basin below. The structure features precise lines and shapes.
Day 2

In Wacawasy, you can explore Inca agricultural techniques and purchase local handicrafts includes hand-woven ponchos and chullos, from some of the finest weavers in Peru. In the morning, resume the Lares Valley trek, ascending to highest point of the route at Puma's Abra (1416 feet). After reaching the peak and enjoying the views, we descend one hour approximately, taking in the view of nearby lakes Aroray and Mantanay. Camp in Mantanay.

Ancient stone ruins with doorways sit on a steep, rocky mountainside along the Lares Trek, under a partly cloudy sky, with rugged peaks rising in the background.
Day 3

In the morning, descend from Mantanay to the village of Yanahuara and then finally to Ollantaytambo. Located in the heart of the Sacred Valley, Ollantaytambo is the only continually habited town since the time of the Incas. View the famous ruins of Ollantaytambo on the hillside, and then board the train to Aguas Calientes, the town at the foot of Machu Picchu. Spend the night in a comfortable hostel by the Urubamba River.

Two women in traditional colorful clothing and hats stand in a dry field along the Lares Trek, facing distant snow-capped mountains under a bright blue sky with clouds.
Day 4

After an early breakfast, take the bus to Machu Picchu for a full day to explore these amazing Inca ruins. At the entrance, we will register and then start on our 2 hour guided tour of Machu Picchu. Take some time to explore the ruins of Machu Picchu on your own as well. After enjoying the ruins, we will take the bus down to Aguas Calientes, where you will have time for a late lunch before we return by train to Cusco.

Map of southern Peru highlighting Cusco, Aguas Calientes, Wacawasi, and Mantanay along the Lares Valley Trek. Blue circles and icons mark overnight stays and excursions. Inset displays map location within South America.
Lares Valley Peru Trek
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  • 3 Nights
  • from US $1109
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Estimated Tour Price Without Flights

Prices vary according to several factors including: season, number of people traveling, shared vs private excursions, when you book and rooming arrangements. These are from prices based on low season.

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*Budget generally includes excursions in group, Superior & Deluxe private excursions, & Basic is a best mix (varies by itinerary & excurion)

Note: ALL itineraries are 100% customizable to create your perfect trip!

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Budget
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$973
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Deluxe
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*Budget generally includes excursions in group, Superior & Deluxe private excursions, & Basic is a best mix (varies by itinerary & excurion)

Note: ALL itineraries are 100% customizable to create your perfect trip!

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