From CAD $1,199
Guarantee
Small Group
Demanding
Rating
(21 reviews)
Experience Overview
There’s more than one way to earn your Peru hiking stripes. On the Lares Trek, you’ll get three days of trekking through the mountains around the Sacred Valley, passing by remote communities, farms, and friendly faces. Forget just taking in the view — unique experiences are waiting for you.
Highlights
- Wander past local communities
- Porters and mules carry the majority of gear
- Catch a glimpse of the snow-capped Chicon Mountain
- Take a guided tour of Machu Picchu.
Trip Details
Product Code: 2850
Tour Type: Small Group
Accommodation: Budget
Transport: Train, private van, hiking.
Guide Language: English
Travel Styles:
Active
Supplier Code: SP5T.B
Starts: Cusco, Peru
Finishes: Cusco, Peru
Duration: 5 days
Departures: Guaranteed
Physical rating:
Demanding
Includes
Activities
- Your G for Good Moment: Cuncani Community Campsite, Cuncani
- Hotel night in Cusco
- Lares Trek guided hike with cooks and porters (3 days)
- Guided tour of Machu Picchu
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Accommodation
- Hotel (2 nts), camping (2 nts).
- 4 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 2 dinners
Transport
- Train, private 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 $1199 (CAD $240 /day)
Itinerary
Day 1: Cusco
Arrive to Cusco in time for a trekking briefing at 4pm at the G Adventures office.
Arrive early and spend some time exploring the city. Meet the group at the trekking briefing at 4pm and look for a welcome note at the hotel. See the Joining Instructions section of the tour details for more information.
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - The adventure begins today. Feel free to explore, but make sure you're back in time to meet the group. Your G Representative will review the details of your tour.Accommodation - Hotel Prisma
Day 2: Cusco/Cuncani
Depart Cusco 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.
Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Start early and drive (3 hrs) to Lares town where the hike will start with a leisurely pace through the valley of Cuncani. Hike 4km (2.5 mi) to Chancachaca then stop for lunch. Be sure to rest and rehydrate because the altitude here is around 3480m (11,417 ft).
Continue trekking along rocky mountain paths 4.7km (3 mi) to the isolated village of Cuncani. Camp here for the night at 3872m (12,703 ft) at the G Adventures-supported community run campsite. Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Activity - Spend the night at the Lares Community campsite, owned and managed by the 71 families that belong to the Cuncani community. The earnings from the campsite are allocated for investment in social projects such as health, education, nutrition, and infrastructure improvements to water and electricity.Accommodation - Cuncani Camp Site
Day 3: Lares Trek
Start early to hike from the foothills of Sicllaccasa Mountain to its high pass (4,750m/15,583 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.
Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Hike from the foothills of Sicllaccasa Mountain 12.2km (7.6 mi) to its high pass at 4,800m (15,748ft), 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.
Hike downhill another 2.2km (1.3 mi) to QuencaPata, for lunch and to take in the amazing view.
Continue hiking downhill another 2.6km (1.6 mi) to our second campsite near a stream. Sleep tonight at about 4,114m (13,497 ft) elevation.Accommodation - Suttoq Pacchaq Camp Site
Day 4: Kuyoc/Aguas Calientes
Enjoy the last few hours of hiking before travelling by van to Ollantaytambo and train to Aguas Calientes. Spend some time relaxing in town or visiting the nearby hot springs.
Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Follow the trail to see typical Andean flora and fauna, llamas and alpacas. Descend through the valley of Pumahuanca and meet friendly local Quechua people and explore some Inca storehouses along the way. Trek 3-4 hrs to reach the town of Pumahuanca. Enjoy lunch then hop a van to Ollantaytambo. Continue by train to Aguas Calientes.Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Transport - Climb aboard, take a seat, and enjoy the ride.Accommodation - Hotel Wiracocha Inn
Day 5: Machu Picchu/Cusco
Enjoy an early morning guided visit to Machu Picchu. Later, travel back to Cusco where the trip ends upon arrival.
Rise early to catch the first bus up to Machu Picchu with your guide. Enjoy a guided visit to the ruins. When ready, 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 where the trip will end upon arrival.
Meals included: Breakfast
Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Climb aboard, grab a seat, and enjoy the ride.Activity - Set off with the local guide to explore Machu Picchu, the Lost City of the Incas. Learn about the history and gain insights into this massive mountaintop citadel while wandering through ancient dwellings, stone temples and along sculpted terraces. Feel the energy of this 15th-century site, now both a UNESCO World Heritage site and voted one of the new Seven Wonders of the World in a worldwide internet poll.Transport - Climb aboard, grab a seat, and enjoy the ride.Transport - Climb aboard, take a seat, and enjoy the ride.Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
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Tour Operator
G Adventures
G Adventures, founded in 1990 by Bruce Poon Tip, is a global adventure travel company specializing in small-group tours that emphasize authentic, sustainable, and culturally immersive experiences. Originally launched as GAP Adventures (“Great Adventure People”), the company pioneered the concept of community-driven travel by offering affordable trips that connect travelers with local communities while minimizing environmental impact. Today, G Adventures operates in more than 100 countries, offering a wide range of itineraries across themes such as active adventures, wildlife, wellness, family, and National Geographic–partnered tours, while maintaining a strong commitment to responsible tourism and social enterprise through its Planeterra Foundation.
In Business Since 1990
Reviews
Tracey C. - Traveled, June 2024
This experience was life changing. My brother and I came away with an excellent taste of Peruvian culture and history. We ate like kings and were encouraged by our guides and crew along the way. Our safety and preparation was important; we were given ...
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/01/2024
Kobie B. - Traveled, June 2024
Please check my TikTok (@kobynoel) for glowing reviews and positive feedback. We would be honored to take another G Adventures tour in the near future. We were so happy with the Inca Trail Trek.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 06/26/2024
Matthew H. - Traveled, June 2024
We couldn't have had a better time on our trek! Our guides, Ever and Afraim, were exceptionally kind, helpful, and encouraging. The porters were amazing too, carrying all of our belongings/tents/food and then clapping for us when we reached the camps...
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 06/21/2024
Alexander M. - Traveled, June 2024
Trip of a lifetime for most and perfectly curated to ensure we had the best possible experience. Balanced between giving an authentic experience, but still giving us the comforts of a good meal and safe accommodation
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 06/19/2024
Stephen T. - Traveled, June 2024
The whole experience was great. The whole team of guides, chefs and porters were engaging and funny. The porters worked unbelievable hard and i cannot say enough about the chefs, wow. Unbelievable. Also Ceasar was a great guide and i hope he goes on to g...
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 06/11/2024
Michael M. - Traveled, June 2024
The Inca Trail was truly a once in a lifetime experience and G Adventures excellent organization / logistics skills, along with their incredible tour guides and porters, made the experience that much more unforgettable. I would highly recommend this exp...
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 06/07/2024
Jaqueline S. - Traveled, May 2024
Nestor as Guide and Edilberto as Chef with the support of Timo made it an exeptional experience for us. - Furthermore we loved the vibe of the whole team (incl. porters - sorry forgott theire names), wich was friendly respectful and with no lack of fun. ...
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 05/27/2024
Diane G. - Traveled, May 2024
Thoroughly enjoyed our experience on the Inca Trail. The whole trip was so well organised and food was amazing. It exceeded my expectations. Raul and Mahu were great guides and definitely added to my enjoyment of the trek
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 05/12/2024
Steven G. - Traveled, May 2024
G Adventures and especially Raul and his assistant Mahoo were excellent throughout. The organisation of the trip went without a hitch and the trip itself was well run and organised. The food was great and the porters do an absolutely incredible job. The ...
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 05/12/2024
Benjamin G. - Traveled, May 2024
The experience of a lifetime.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 05/10/2024
Alexis P. - Traveled, May 2024
Fantastic.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 05/08/2024
Jenna S. - Traveled, April 2024
I very much enjoyed this trip. The cooks, porters, and guides were amazing and I hope G adventures knows how lucky they are to have this team on board!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 05/05/2024
Robin T. - Traveled, April 2024
Everything was perfect, even Milky was a very good
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 05/01/2024
Catherine J. - Traveled, April 2024
It was incredible! I highly recommend and commend Jose, Liz, Walter, Jesus, and the porters.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 04/29/2024
Vonnie E. - Traveled, April 2024
This is my second trip with G Adventures. My other trip was to Patagonia. The customer service leading up to the trip was amazing. No problem left unanswered. The CEOs are so knowledgable and passionate. I really appreciated their deep knowledge and ...
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 04/29/2024
Enrico B. - Traveled, April 2024
Unforgettable for a lifetime!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 04/27/2024
Michelle B. - Traveled, April 2024
I had an epic journey to Peru and Machu Picchu that I would never have been able to undertake without G adventures. My guides, Cesar and Yu-ben were SO awesome. I felt like they shared their home with me and I had an authentic glimpse into Peru and the ...
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 04/26/2024
Sebastian Z. - Traveled, April 2024
Lovely experience - loved our porters (porter team 9)
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 04/24/2024
Sophie-Amalie M. - Traveled, April 2024
Outstanding and amazing
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 04/17/2024
Michael C. - Traveled, April 2024
One of the most memorable and impactful trips I've taken in my life and would recommend to anyone.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 04/09/2024
Hanna D. - Traveled, March 2024
This overall experience was amazing. I loved every second of it. Group 16 was very well organized, kind and helpful. The food, people and views I will remember for the rest of my life.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 03/18/2024
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