The Cuncani Waterfalls during a Lares Trek, a natural wonder located in Cusco

Accopata Camp on the Lares trek route to Machu Picchu

Discovering Andean traditions on the Lares Trek

Hikers enjoying a panoramic view of a lagoon during the Lares Trek in Peru

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DURATION 4 days 3 nights

MAX ALTITUDE 4,700 m 15,420 ft

DIFFICULTY Moderate

GROUP SIZE Max. 12 Pax

DISTANCE 38 km

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Lares Trek 4 Days 3 Nights

Lares Trek 4 Days to Machu Picchu

The Lares Trek 4 Days is a camping trek through the high valleys of the Urubamba range, home to Quechua farming and weaving communities. It takes you to Machu Picchu by a quieter route than the Inca Trail. Over three days of hiking you’ll cross the Pachacutec Pass at about 4,700 m (15,420 ft) with views of the snowcapped peaks of Pitusiray and Sahuasiray. You’ll camp near the villages of Cancha Cancha and Quishuarani and finish in the Lares Hot Springs. On Day 4 you visit Machu Picchu with your guide.

Horses carry the camping gear and your duffel bag, a cook prepares every meal, and our Quechua-speaking guides help you connect with the families you meet along the way. No Inca Trail permit is needed, and the route is open all year, including February.

Hotel to Hotel service

At Ali Perú Treks, we believe that an extraordinary adventure requires impeccable logistics.

Best camping gear

We know that a restful night’s sleep is the key to conquering the Inca Trail. That is why we have chosen Eureka tents as your personal sanctuary—elite equipment engineered to handle the challenges of the Andes with total reliability.

Satellite Phones

To guarantee an immediate response to any situation, especially regarding health or logistics in high-mountain areas, each of our lead guides carries a state-of-the-art satellite phone.

Portable private toilet

To enhance your trekking experience, we include private portable toilets at all our campsites and lunch spots.

Overview

Lares Trek 4 Days Overview

The Lares Trek is less about famous ruins and more about the living Andes. You walk past stone houses, potato fields and herds of llamas and alpacas. You climb past glacial lakes to passes with views of the Urubamba range. Along the way you meet families who still speak Quechua as their first language and weave their own textiles. Most groups on the trail are small, so the experience feels personal.

The trek suits travelers who want a real mountain hike and cultural contact on the way to Machu Picchu, and who prefer to avoid the busiest trails. It is also the natural choice when Inca Trail permits are sold out, or if you travel in February, when the Inca Trail is closed.

Tour Highlights

Cross the Pachacutec Pass. Reach the highest point of the trek at about 4,700 m (15,420 ft), with your guide leading a traditional offering to the Apus (mountain spirits).
Visit Quechua communities. Meet local families in Cancha Cancha and Quishuarani and learn how they farm, herd and weave.
Glacial lakes. Have lunch beside the Qoyalayccocha lake on Day 2 and pass more lakes below the Willcaccasa Pass on Day 3.
Lares Hot Springs. Soak tired muscles in the thermal pools at the end of the trek.
Comfortable camping. We provide four-season tents shared by two, foam sleeping pads, a dining tent, private toilet tents and an emergency horse.
Machu Picchu with your guide. Your guide stays with you through the train ride and the guided tour on Day 4.

Trip Facts at a Glance

Detail	Lares Trek 4 Days
Duration	4 days, 3 nights (2 nights camping, 1 night in a hotel)
Trekking distance	About 38 km (24 mi) over three days
Highest point	Pachacutec Pass, about 4,700 m (15,420 ft)
Second pass	Willcaccasa Pass, about 4,390 m (14,400 ft)
Difficulty	Moderate to challenging (Day 2 is the hardest day)
Daily hiking	5 to 7 hours
Start and finish	Hotel pickup in Cusco, Urubamba or Pisac; return to your Cusco hotel
Group size	Up to 12 travelers
Support	Guide, cook, muleteers, horses and an emergency horse
Permits	No Inca Trail permit required
Machu Picchu	Guided tour on Circuit 2
Trains	PeruRail Expedition, both directions
Season	Year-round, including February
Price	From US$640 per person (group service)

Lares Trek vs Inca Trail

	Lares Trek 4 Days	Classic Inca Trail 4 Days
Focus	Andean communities, lakes and mountain scenery	Inca sites along the trail
Highest point	About 4,700 m (15,420 ft)	4,215 m (13,830 ft)
Permits	Not required	Government permit required; limited daily numbers
February	Open	Closed
Crowds	Few other groups	Busy, with fixed daily quotas
Arrival at Machu Picchu	By train to Aguas Calientes, then bus	On foot through the Sun Gate

Still deciding which trek is right for you? Read our Inca Trail vs. Lares Trek comparison guide to explore the differences in scenery, cultural experiences, hiking challenges, and access to Machu Picchu. It will help you choose the route that best matches your travel style and expectations.

Prefer the classic Inca route to Machu Picchu? Explore our Classic Inca Trail 4 Days or combine the Lares Trek with the Inca Trail on our Lares Trek & Short Inca Trail 5 Days. For a more comfortable experience with premium accommodations, discover our Luxury Lares Trek.

Why Hike the Lares Trek with Ali Peru Treks

Locally owned and operated. We are a Cusco-based operator. We run our own departures and don’t pass travelers to other agencies. A confirmed booking for two travelers departs with two travelers.
Quechua-speaking guides. Our guides come from Andean communities and speak Quechua, which makes visits with local families more meaningful.
Support from the villages we visit. We hire our muleteers and horses from communities along the Lares route and pay our whole team fairly and promptly.
A guide with you hotel to hotel. Your guide picks you up, hikes with you, rides the train to Aguas Calientes, leads your Machu Picchu tour and travels back with you.
Good food on the trail. Our cook prepares hot breakfasts, lunches and dinners, plus afternoon tea. Vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free diets are covered at no extra cost.
Prepared for emergencies. Each group carries emergency oxygen, a full first aid kit, radios and a satellite phone, and an extra horse travels with the group for anyone who needs to ride.

Itinerary

Lares Trek 4 Days Itinerary

Day 1: Cusco to Huaran and Cancha Cancha

We pick you up at about 6:00 AM from your hotel in Cusco, Urubamba or Pisac and drive about one and a half hours through the Sacred Valley to the village of Huaran, at about 2,900 m (9,510 ft). Our cook serves breakfast at the trailhead before the hike begins.

The trail climbs steadily for about three hours up the valley of the Cancha Cancha River, past farmland, native woodland and waterfalls. Lunch is near the community of Cancha Cancha, where we visit a local family to learn about traditional farming and daily life. A final two-hour climb brings us to camp, at about 3,850 m (12,630 ft). Tea is waiting when you arrive. After dinner, if the sky is clear, your guide points out the constellations the Inca used to read the seasons.

Day 1	Details
Hiking distance	About 13 km (8.1 mi)
Hiking time	About 4 to 5 hours
Elevation gain	About 950 m (3,120 ft)
Camp	Cancha Cancha area, about 3,850 m (12,630 ft)
Meals	Breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea, dinner
Difficulty	Moderate to challenging

Day 2: Pachacutec Pass, Qoyalayccocha Lake and Quishuarani

We wake you early with hot tea at your tent. After breakfast, we climb for about three hours to the Pachacutec Pass, the highest point of the trek, at about 4,700 m (15,420 ft). From the top you look out over the snowcapped peaks of Pitusiray and Sahuasiray, and you may spot Andean geese (wallatas) on the lakes below. Your guide serves coca tea and leads a short offering to the Apus.

A descent of about two hours brings us to Qoyalayccocha lake, where lunch is served by the water. Two more hours downhill bring us to camp at Quishuarani, at about 3,700 m (12,140 ft). In the afternoon, we visit a local family to see how they farm and weave. Tea, dinner and, with clear skies, a dark Andean night sky end the day.

Day 2	Details
Hiking distance	About 14 km (8.7 mi)
Hiking time	About 6 to 7 hours
Elevation	About 850 m (2,790 ft) of climbing to the pass, then a long descent
Highest point	Pachacutec Pass, about 4,700 m (15,420 ft)
Camp	Quishuarani, about 3,700 m (12,140 ft)
Meals	Breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea, dinner
Difficulty	Challenging (the hardest day)

Day 3: Willcaccasa Pass, Cuncani, Lares Hot Springs and Aguas Calientes

After an early breakfast, we climb steadily for about two hours to the Willcaccasa Pass, at about 4,390 m (14,400 ft), with views of lakes and deep valleys. A one-hour descent past more lakes leads to the village of Cuncani. From there, a descent of about three hours brings us to the Lares Valley and its hot springs.

After lunch, relax in the thermal pools of the Lares Hot Springs. Then we say goodbye to our cook and muleteers and drive about three hours to Ollantaytambo, at about 2,790 m (9,160 ft). After dinner at a local restaurant, we take the PeruRail Expedition train to Aguas Calientes, at 2,040 m (6,690 ft), and check in to the hotel.

Day 3	Details
Hiking distance	About 12 km (7.5 mi)
Hiking time	About 6 hours
Elevation	About 700 m (2,300 ft) of climbing to the pass, then a long descent to Lares
Highest point	Willcaccasa Pass, about 4,390 m (14,400 ft)
Overnight	3-star hotel in Aguas Calientes, 2,040 m (6,690 ft)
Meals	Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Difficulty	Moderate

Day 4: Machu Picchu Guided Tour and Return to Cusco

After an early breakfast, leave your duffel bag at the hotel and take only a small daypack. The bus up to Machu Picchu takes about 25 to 30 minutes. Your entry time is printed on your ticket.

Inside the citadel, at 2,430 m (7,970 ft), your guide leads a tour of about two to three hours on Circuit 2. You start at the panoramic terraces for the classic photo of Machu Picchu, then walk through the urban sector, its temples and plazas. See how the Machu Picchu circuits work. If you added Huayna Picchu (2,693 m / 8,835 ft) or Machu Picchu Mountain, you’ll climb at the time shown on that ticket.

Take the bus back down to Aguas Calientes at least two hours before your train. Lunch is on your own. The PeruRail Expedition train leaves at 2:55 PM or 3:20 PM and takes about one and a half to two hours to reach Ollantaytambo. From there, our driver takes you back to your hotel in Cusco, about two hours away.

Day 4	Details
Main activity	Guided tour of Machu Picchu (about 2 to 3 hours)
Machu Picchu altitude	2,430 m (7,970 ft)
Optional	Huayna Picchu, 2,693 m (8,835 ft), or Machu Picchu Mountain
Return	Expedition train to Ollantaytambo, private transfer to Cusco
Meals	Breakfast
Difficulty	Easy

Included

What’s Included in the Lares Trek 4 Days

Included

Pre-trek briefing in Cusco the evening before your trek,at 6:00 p.m., your guide will visit you directly at your hotel to give you a detailed overview of the entire route and answer all of your questions.
Professional English-speaking guide with university training, first aid training and a Quechua-speaking background
Cook trained in Andean, Peruvian, international and vegetarian cooking, with dietary needs covered at no extra cost
Muleteers and horses to carry the camping equipment, food and your duffel bag
Duffel bag for up to 7 kg (15 lb) of personal gear, including your sleeping bag
Four-season mountain tents (four-person tents shared by two), dining tent with table and chairs, and kitchen tent
Private toilet tents at lunch spots and campsites
Foam sleeping pad, small pillow, rain poncho and backpack rain cover
Meals: 3 breakfasts on the trek plus breakfast at the hotel, 3 lunches, 3 dinners and afternoon tea on camping days
Drinking water, boiled, purified and cooled, from lunch on Day 1 until the end of the trek
Private transport from your hotel to Huaran, and from Lares to Ollantaytambo
PeruRail Expedition train tickets from Ollantaytambo to Aguas Calientes (Day 3) and from Aguas Calientes to Ollantaytambo (Day 4)
Bus tickets up to Machu Picchu and back down to Aguas Calientes
Private transfer from Ollantaytambo station to your hotel in Cusco
One night at a 3-star hotel in Aguas Calientes
Entrance tickets to the Lares Hot Springs and Machu Picchu (Circuit 2), with a guided tour
Emergency oxygen, first aid kit.
Free luggage storage at our Cusco office for one bag per traveler

Not Included

Sleeping bag (available to rent)
Inflatable sleeping mattress (optional upgrade, available to rent)
Trekking poles (available to rent)
Lunch on Day 4 in Aguas Calientes
Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mountain tickets
Travel insurance (required, see Travel Information)
Tips for your guide, cook and muleteers
Snacks, drinks and personal expenses

Optional Extras and Upgrades

Sleeping Bag Rental: $20 USD per person
Inflatable mattress rental: US$15
Trekking poles with rubber tips: US$15 per pair
Machu Picchu Mountain: US$80 per person, subject to availability
Huayna Picchu: price on request, subject to availability
Hotel upgrade in Aguas Calientes: available on request

Packing List

Lares Trek Packing List

You’ll organize your gear in three places. Your daypack stays with you while you hike. Your duffel bag (7 kg / 15 lb, provided at the briefing) travels by horse and is waiting at each camp. Everything else stays at your Cusco hotel or in free storage at our office. For a detailed guide, see our Lares Trek packing list.

Your Daypack

Use a 25 to 30 L pack. Machu Picchu does not allow bags larger than 40 × 35 × 20 cm (16 × 14 × 8 in).

Original passport, the same one used for your booking, needed for the train and Machu Picchu
Water: 2 to 3 liters in reusable bottles or a hydration bladder. Bring your own water for the first morning; we provide drinking water from lunch on Day 1.
Rain jacket or poncho. The weather in the mountains changes quickly.
Warm layer, hat and gloves for the passes
Sun protection: high-SPF sunscreen, sun hat, sunglasses and lip balm
Snacks such as energy bars, chocolate or dried fruit
Swimsuit and quick-dry towel for the Lares Hot Springs on Day 3
Headlamp for camp at night
Cash in soles in small bills for tips, drinks and snacks

Your Duffel Bag (Carried by Horses)

The limit is 7 kg (15 lb), including your sleeping bag (about 2 kg if you rent ours). That leaves about 5 kg for clothing and personal items. We keep to this limit to protect our horses and muleteers.

Sleeping bag rated to about –10°C / 14°F (rentals available)
Warm layers: thermal base layers, a fleece and a down jacket. Nights at camp can drop below freezing.
Clothing: three moisture-wicking shirts, two pairs of hiking pants, underwear and four pairs of wool hiking socks
Camp shoes: light sneakers or sandals
Toiletries: toothbrush, biodegradable soap, hand sanitizer and wet wipes
Power bank. There is no electricity during the trek.

Health and Personal Care

Personal medication, including any altitude medication prescribed by your doctor
Small first aid kit: blister care and pain relief
Insect repellent for the Lares Valley and Machu Picchu
Moisturizer. The highland air is very dry.

Footwear and Trekking Poles

Broken-in hiking boots with good ankle support and grip
Trekking poles are strongly recommended for the long descents on Days 2 and 3. Walking sticks are not allowed inside Machu Picchu, so leave them at the hotel on Day 4.

Travel Info

Travel Information for the Lares Trek

Mandatory Pre-Trek Briefing

The briefing takes place at 6:00 PM the evening before your trek, in Cusco, at a place we confirm when you book. You meet your guide, review each day of the route and the safety plan, confirm your pickup time and receive your duffel bag. Attendance is mandatory, and we can’t start the trek without this meeting. Bring your passport and your travel insurance details.

How Difficult Is the Lares Trek

We rate the Lares Trek as moderate to challenging. The trails are mostly earth paths and gradual switchbacks rather than stone steps, but you hike at high altitude every day. Day 2 is the hardest: about three hours of climbing to 4,700 m (15,420 ft), followed by a long descent. Day 3 adds a second pass at about 4,390 m (14,400 ft).

Regular walking or hiking with some climbing in the weeks before your trip makes a real difference. Read our guide to how hard the Lares Trek is

Altitude and Acclimatization

The trek spends its first two nights at about 3,700 to 3,850 m (12,100 to 12,600 ft) and crosses two passes above 4,300 m (14,100 ft). Arrive in Cusco, at about 3,400 m (11,150 ft), at least two full days before the trek. Rest, drink plenty of water and avoid alcohol in your first days.

Talk to your doctor about altitude medication before you travel. Your guide checks oxygen saturation daily and carries emergency oxygen. If symptoms don’t improve, the guide will arrange a descent. See our guide to acclimatizing in Cusco.

Weather and Best Time to Go

Dry season (April to October): Clear skies, the best mountain views and cold nights. This is the most popular time.
Rainy season (November to March): Green landscapes and fewer people, with regular rain. The wettest months are usually January and February.
Open year-round: Unlike the Inca Trail, the Lares Trek doesn’t close in February. That makes it a good alternative in that month, if you’re prepared for rain.

Permits and Booking

The Lares Trek doesn’t require an Inca Trail permit. Machu Picchu tickets and train seats are limited, though, especially from May to September. We recommend booking three to four months ahead, and earlier if you want Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mountain.

Camps, Toilets and Connectivity

You’ll spend two nights camping and one night in a 3-star hotel in Aguas Calientes. We set up private toilet tents at lunch spots and campsites. There are no showers on the trek, but the Lares Hot Springs on Day 3 are a welcome chance to wash and relax. Mobile signal is very limited or absent on Days 1 and 2 and part of Day 3, and there is no electricity, so bring a power bank.

Food on the Trek

Our cook prepares hot breakfasts, lunches and three-course dinners using local ingredients and Andean grains such as quinoa and kiwicha. Tell us about any dietary needs when you book.

Travel Insurance

Ali Peru Treks requires all Lares hikers to have travel insurance that covers mountain rescue, emergency medical care and trip cancellation. Please bring your policy details to the briefing.

Passport Requirements

Bring your original physical passport. You need it to board the train and enter Machu Picchu. Your passport number must match your booking. If you renewed your passport after booking, tell us right away and bring both your old and new passports.

Visiting Communities Respectfully

Ask before taking photos of people, and follow your guide’s lead.
Buy textiles directly from the families who make them if you’d like a souvenir.
If you’d like to bring gifts, ask your guide first. Practical items for the community are better than sweets for children.

Tipping Guidelines

Tips are optional and are usually pooled on the last evening of the trek. As a guide, many travelers give each team member, per traveler for the whole trek: lead guide US$15–20, cook US$8–12, muleteer US$6–10 and camp assistant US$5–8.

Responsible Travel

We pack out all trash and don’t use single-use plastic bottles. Please bring reusable bottles.
Stay on the trail and respect fields, animals and homes.
Respect the duffel weight limit. It protects the horses that carry your gear.

Map

Lares Trek Route Map and Elevation Profile

The trek starts at Huaran in the Sacred Valley and climbs the Cancha Cancha valley to the first camp. On Day 2 it crosses the Pachacutec Pass and descends past Qoyalayccocha lake to Quishuarani. On Day 3 it crosses the Willcaccasa Pass, passes the village of Cuncani and descends into the Lares Valley to the hot springs.

From Lares, the route continues by road to Ollantaytambo and by train to Aguas Calientes, below Machu Picchu.

Lares Trek route map showing the 4-day trail from Cusco through Cancha Cancha, Cuncani, Pachacutec Pass and Lares hot springs to Machu Picchu, Peru

Price

Lares Trek 4 Days Price

All prices are per person in US dollars and include the services listed under What’s Included.

Group Service

Service	Price per person
Shared group departure (up to 12 travelers)	US$640

Private Service

Group size	Price per person
2 travelers	US$900
3 travelers	US$840
4 travelers	US$800
5 travelers	US$740
6 to 7 travelers	US$700
8 or more travelers	US$640

Discounts and Extras

Student and youth discount: US$30 off per person for current university students and travelers aged 17 and under. Email a clear copy of your student ID or passport when you book.
Sleeping bag rental: US$20
Inflatable mattress rental: US$15
Trekking poles: US$15 per pair
Machu Picchu Mountain: US$80 per person, subject to availability
Huayna Picchu: price on request, subject to availability

Payment and Cancellation

A non-refundable deposit secures your booking, Machu Picchu tickets and train seats, which are personal and non-transferable once issued. The balance is paid at our Cusco office at least 48 hours before departure, in cash (US dollars or soles) or by card (a bank fee applies). Refunds of the balance depend on how close to departure you cancel. See our booking information or contact us for details.

Faqs

Lares Trek 4 Days FAQs

How difficult is the Lares Trek 4 days?

It is moderate to challenging. Trails are mostly earth paths rather than stone steps, but you hike at high altitude every day. Day 2 is the hardest, with a climb of about three hours to the 4,700 m (15,420 ft) Pachacutec Pass.

Is the Lares Trek suitable for beginners?

Yes, if you are reasonably fit, walk regularly and spend at least two days acclimatizing in Cusco first. You don’t need trekking experience.

What is the highest point of the trek?

The Pachacutec Pass, at about 4,700 m (15,420 ft), on Day 2. The second pass, Willcaccasa, is about 4,390 m (14,400 ft).

Do I need a permit for the Lares Trek?

No. The Lares Trek doesn’t require an Inca Trail permit. Your Machu Picchu ticket is included.

How is the Lares Trek different from the Inca Trail?

The Lares Trek focuses on Andean communities, lakes and mountain views rather than Inca ruins along the trail, and it has far fewer hikers. It doesn’t need a permit and is open in February. The Inca Trail ends on foot at the Sun Gate. On the Lares Trek you reach Machu Picchu by train and bus.

Is the Lares Trek open in February?

Yes. Only the Inca Trail closes in February. Expect rain on the Lares Trek that month.

How far in advance should I book?

Three to four months ahead is ideal, especially from May to September, so we can secure Machu Picchu tickets and train seats.

What camping gear is provided?

Four-season tents (four-person tents shared by two), foam sleeping pads, pillows, a dining tent, a kitchen tent and private toilet tents. Sleeping bags and inflatable mattresses are available to rent.

What sleeping bag do I need?

A down or synthetic bag rated to at least –10°C (14°F). You can rent one from us for US$20.

Are trekking poles necessary?

They aren’t required, but we strongly recommend them for the long descents on Days 2 and 3. You can rent a pair for US$15.

How do you handle altitude sickness?

Your guide checks oxygen saturation daily and carries emergency oxygen and a full first aid kit. An emergency horse travels with the group. If symptoms don’t improve, the guide arranges a descent.

What happens in a serious emergency?

Guides carry a satellite phone and radios. We coordinate the descent to the nearest road access and transfer to medical care in Cusco.

Are there bathrooms and showers?

We set up private toilet tents at lunch spots and camps. There are no showers during the trek, but you can bathe at the Lares Hot Springs on Day 3, and your hotel in Aguas Calientes has a private bathroom.

Will I have phone signal?

Signal is very limited or absent on Days 1 and 2 and part of Day 3. You’ll have Wi-Fi again at your hotel in Aguas Calientes.

Which Machu Picchu circuit is included?

Circuit 2, which includes the classic panoramic viewpoint and the main temples and plazas of the urban sector.

Can I climb Huayna Picchu?

Yes, if tickets are available. Request it when you book, because tickets are limited.

What is the minimum age?

We recommend a minimum age of 12. Fit teenagers usually do well. There is no maximum age.

How many people are in a group?

Up to 12 travelers. Private departures are also available.

Is travel insurance required?

Yes. Ali Peru Treks requires insurance that covers mountain rescue, emergency medical care and trip cancellation.

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Lares Trek 4 Days Overview

Tour Highlights

Trip Facts at a Glance

Lares Trek vs Inca Trail

Why Hike the Lares Trek with Ali Peru Treks

Lares Trek 4 Days Itinerary

Day 1: Cusco to Huaran and Cancha Cancha

Day 2: Pachacutec Pass, Qoyalayccocha Lake and Quishuarani

Day 3: Willcaccasa Pass, Cuncani, Lares Hot Springs and Aguas Calientes

Day 4: Machu Picchu Guided Tour and Return to Cusco

What’s Included in the Lares Trek 4 Days

Included

Not Included

Optional Extras and Upgrades

Lares Trek Packing List

Your Daypack

Your Duffel Bag (Carried by Horses)

Health and Personal Care

Footwear and Trekking Poles

Travel Information for the Lares Trek

Mandatory Pre-Trek Briefing

How Difficult Is the Lares Trek

Altitude and Acclimatization

Weather and Best Time to Go

Permits and Booking

Camps, Toilets and Connectivity

Food on the Trek

Travel Insurance

Passport Requirements

Visiting Communities Respectfully

Tipping Guidelines

Responsible Travel

Lares Trek Route Map and Elevation Profile

Lares Trek 4 Days Price

Group Service

Private Service

Discounts and Extras

Payment and Cancellation

Lares Trek 4 Days FAQs

How difficult is the Lares Trek 4 days?

Is the Lares Trek suitable for beginners?

What is the highest point of the trek?

Do I need a permit for the Lares Trek?

How is the Lares Trek different from the Inca Trail?

Is the Lares Trek open in February?

How far in advance should I book?

What camping gear is provided?

What sleeping bag do I need?

Are trekking poles necessary?

How do you handle altitude sickness?

What happens in a serious emergency?

Are there bathrooms and showers?

Will I have phone signal?

Which Machu Picchu circuit is included?

Can I climb Huayna Picchu?

What is the minimum age?

How many people are in a group?

Is travel insurance required?

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