From CAD 1,629
Guarantee
Small Group
Demanding
Rating
(20 reviews)
Experience Overview
Want to hit the cultural highlights of the Sacred Valley while challenging yourself with a multi-day hike steeped in ancient history? The three-day Lares Trail trek is still relatively undiscovered and will surprise you with turquoise lagoons and stunning mountainscapes that are practically your own to take in. You’ll have plenty of opportunities to immerse yourself in Inca culture and history along the way, including overnights in community campsites and meet-and-greets with the local Quechua people, culminating in a visit to Machu Picchu led by a local guide.
Highlights
- Explore ruins in the Sacred Valley
- Learn about traditional ways of life and visit local markets
- Conquer the Lares trek and visit Machu Picchu.
Trip Details
Product Code: 2881
Tour Type: Small Group
Accommodation: Budget
Transport: Train, van, hiking.
Guide Language: English
Travel Styles:
Budget
Supplier Code: SPIT.B
Starts: Cusco, Peru
Finishes: Cusco, Peru
Duration: 7 days
Departures: Guaranteed
Physical rating:
Demanding
Includes
Activities
- Your G for Good Moment: Ccaccaccollo Community and Women's Weaving Co-op visit, Ccaccaccollo Your G for Good Moment: Parwa Community Restaurant the Sacred Valley, Lamay Your G for Good Moment: Handmade Biodegradable Soap Products Your G for Good Moment: Cuncani Community Campsite, Cuncani
- Sacred Valley guided tour
- Pottery-making demonstration
- Guided Lares trek hike with cooks and porters (3 days)
- Aguas Calientes stay
- Machu Picchu guided tour
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Accommodation
- Hotels (4 nts), camping (2 nts).
- 6 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 2 dinners
Transport
- Train, van, hiking.
Group Leader
- G Adventures Representative in Cusco, specialist Lares trek CEO (Chief Experience Officer) on hike.
Price
Price per person: (Double Occupancy) CAD 1629 (CAD 233 /day)
Itinerary
Day 1: Cusco
Arrive at any time.
Arrive early and spend some time exploring the city. Meet the group at the welcome meeting, check for the start time on the welcome note at the hotel.
Day 2: Cusco/Ollantaytambo
Enjoy a full-day guided tour of the Sacred Valley. Stop at the G Adventures-supported women's weaving co-op before visiting a local pottery making community. Break for lunch at the G Adventures-supported Parwa Community Restaurant in Huchuy Qosco. After lunch, opt to head out on a hike to the Ollantaytambo storehouses and look out over the ruins. Or, wander around the cobblestone streets and visit a local Chicheria (corn beer bar).
Day 3: Lares Trek
Depart Ollantaytambo by van to Lares town where the hike begins. Spend the first night at a G Adventures-supported campsite in Cuncani.
The Lares Trek is a scenic, less touristic route to hike through the Andes. It is one day shorter than the Inca Trail but higher in elevation. Enjoy G Adventures-supported handmade biodegradable soap products for use on the Lares Trek.
Day 4: Lares Trek
Start early to hike from the foothills of Sicllaccasa Mountain to its high pass (4,800m/15,748 ft), providing scenic views of lagoons and the snow-capped Chicon Mountain. Celebrate after reaching the highest point by making an offering of coca leaves to the Andean gods. After the morning hike, stop to rest and take in the amazing view. Continue hiking downhill to our second campsite near the stream for the night.
Day 5: Lares Trek/Aguas Calientes
Enjoy the last few hours of hiking before travelling by van to Ollantaytambo and train to Aguas Calientes to enjoy a good night's rest at your hotel.
Day 6: Machu Picchu/Cusco
Rise early and enjoy a guided visit to Machu Picchu. Later, travel back towards Cusco by train.
Rise early to catch the first bus up to Machu Picchu with your guide. Enjoy a guided visit to the ruins, then head back down by bus to Aguas Calientes to meet up with the rest of the group. Take the scenic train back to Ollantaytambo to meet the van for the ride back to Cusco.
Day 7: Cusco
Depart at any time.
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Tour Operator
G Adventures
G Adventures is an operator of small-group escorted tours. It is based in Toronto, Ontario, Canada with 28 offices worldwide. It offers more than 700 itineraries in more than 100 countries, and carries 200,000 travelers from 160 countries each year.
In Business Since 1990
Reviews
Ewen B. - Traveled, July 2024
The Inca Trail is a challenging trek but well worth it to see Macchu Picchu at the end. This is a well planned tour with guides who know the history, are highly professional and friendly. Also the porters and cooks deserve a mention for carrying impressi...
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/19/2024
Gabriel B. - Traveled, July 2024
This was one of the greatest experiences of my
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/14/2024
Artilia R. - Traveled, July 2024
The most challenging experience of my life. (I'm 66 and had a hip replacement 7 months ago) but also the biggest accomplishment of my life! Made me realize my inner strength and motivation surpassed what I believed of myself!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/13/2024
Carolina U. - Traveled, July 2024
INCREDIBLE! One word. I have recommended Peru to all my friends and family and even more recommendations for G Adventures. I can't wait for the next one :)
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/12/2024
Michelle K. - Traveled, July 2024
Our guides Raul and Katy made a great job and they were always there to support us. Their motivation and knowledge is outstandig.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/12/2024
Lindsay J. - Traveled, July 2024
The Inca Trail trek exceeded expectations in every aspect. As previously mentioned, the staff on this trip (lead guide Nestor, assistant guide Efraim, head porter Alberto, chef Samuel, and the porters of Group #16) were a primary factor as to why this ex...
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/10/2024
Megan O. - Traveled, July 2024
This was hands down the hardest but most fun trip I ever took. We lucked out with our group, but it was a really awesome experience. I would recommend making the packing logistics more clear. I understand the 6kg weight limit, but I didn't know until...
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/10/2024
David J. - Traveled, July 2024
Well organised adventure from g adventures.. I applaud Rene. Essiion( guide assistant) the camp porters, chefs that made this trip an experience that I won’t forget for a long time
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/10/2024
Robec S. - Traveled, July 2024
It wasn't perfect because of the Bathrooms.It needed more cleaning up and hot showers would be nice ??
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/08/2024
Felicitas S. - Traveled, June 2024
Highly recommended
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/08/2024
Lisa C. - Traveled, June 2024
Everything was great. A special shout out to assistant guide Miguel who was a huge help when I contacted a bacterial infection and parasite. He was wonderful!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/06/2024
Lauren O. - Traveled, June 2024
An incredible experience that taught me so much about Inca and Peruvian culture. It was a gorgeous experience and a great way to connect with nature, myself, and new friends. This is my second time using G and I will continue to use them for all active t...
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/06/2024
Jacqueline D. - Traveled, June 2024
Much more than I was looking for. The whole experience was exceptional and more than I dreamt it would be.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/05/2024
Mary B. - Traveled, June 2024
It was a great trip to Peru. Overall experience was great. Our guides Wachy, David JC and Miguel were awesome. The accommodation could improve.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/02/2024
Deborah H. - Traveled, June 2024
Our tour guides for this trip were amazing! And Sam, our travel agent did an outstanding job with organizing and putting the trip together.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/01/2024
Anthony P. - Traveled, June 2024
Our Inca Trail adventure was wonderful! Our guides Nick and Milky were top-notch, our Chef Placido went above and beyond with his meal preparation and the Inca historical sites were just amazing! I will always remember this trip as one of the most intere...
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/01/2024
Sébastien R. - Traveled, June 2024
The experience was incredibly challenging but also the most memorable adventure we’ve had. It was truly unique, and we loved every moment of it.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 06/30/2024
Erin P. - Traveled, June 2024
I loved my guides and I loved the overall hike. nick and Melky were amazing, funny, kind, intelligent guides and awesome leaders. Chef Samuel and Plecido were great as well, I loved the food.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 06/29/2024
Samantha L. - Traveled, June 2024
As per usual, G did a terrific job for us in Peru.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 06/28/2024
Jennifer M. - Traveled, June 2024
It was absolutely an amazing trip and it is hard to put into words what the experience was. It was challenging, scenic, emotional, and an experience inside an experience. Our guides on the trek were phenomenal. Wachy and JC took care of us and encouraged...
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 06/28/2024
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