This Lares trek is an excellent alternative to those who missed out on the Inca Trail, and a shorter one too. Join us on this 4-day, guided tour and enjoy traveling off the beaten path. Starting from Cusco, this trek will take you through Calca, Huacawasi, Aruraycocha and Yanahuara before you are on your way to Machu Picchu via Aguas Calientes.
The highlight of the trek probably is Machu Picchu, the famous Inca citadel that you will explore during a two-hour, guided tour on the last day of the tour. However, there is more to this trip than just that. Enjoy the stunning scenery of Peruvian highlands, travel past villages where people still live in adobe and stone houses with thatch roofs. Cross two high passes that are more than 4000m and see beautiful natural landmarks along the way, including the gleaming Laguna Aruraycocha.
Visit to Machu Picchu on the final day of the tour. Combine the cultural heritage and natural beauty of the Peruvian Andes with a trip to the most impressive Inca ruin. For more details, please go through the itinerary below.
Trekking and Hiking
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Enjoy and explore the sacred peak of Ausangate and trek to Rainbow Mountain on this challenging 4-day trip! Perfect for those who want to experience the wilds and adventure of the Andes but don't have much time. Get off the beaten path, cross high-altitude mountain passes, come across llamas and alpacas, experience unique landscapes and catch stunning mountain views. Camp overnight along the way and take lunch breaks in isolated communities, where you may interact with locals who are keeping old cultures and traditions alive. Get away from the crowds and travel just with your guide and group; you will likely not see any other trekkers on this trip. Don’t miss out on this thrilling adventure through some of the most beautiful and unique landscapes in South America!
Trekking and Hiking
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Looking to visit Macchu Picchu but want an authentic, off the beaten path alternative to the often busy Inca Trail? Join us for this inclusive, four-day adventure on the Lares Trek and visit to Macchu Picchu, traversing typical Peruvian Andean mountain areas.
The Lares trek is a two or three-day high-altitude hike starting near the village Lares, approximately 40 miles north of Cusco and 35 miles east of Machu Picchu.The Lares Valley lies in the east of the Urubamba Mountain range, traversing parts of the Sacred Valley. Reaching the starting point of the trek takes approximately five hours by bus or van.
This trek is an excellent alternative to the Inca Trail. Taking you off the beaten track with visits to authentic Andean communities whilst being surrounded by stunning mountains, lakes and valleys, this fabulous trek offers a real insight into the lives of the people of Cusco as it once was.
Discover this short trek and visit to the famed, epic Macchu Picchu. This tour is different from what other conventional Salkantay Trek tour operators offer; our style includes staying in proper tents in the wilderness—away from crowds—to ensure that you get a chance to savor experience the natural environment and have a genuine adventure to Machu Picchu.
Witness the great Salkantay Mountain, whose name means “untamed.” Embrace the majestic scenery as you make your way to the sacred city of Machu Picchu. Trek the picturesque routes that go from the highlands to the Amazon jungle, in the shadows of this impressive mountain.
In this "Four-day Hidden Inca Trail to Machu Picchu" trek, you will be able to explore a hidden path that takes you to Machu Picchu in the most original way. These hidden paths were once covered by thick jungle, but the villages that dwell in these areas of Peru have revealed these remnants of this remote trail to Machu Picchu, known as Capac Ñan or the "Royal Road" in Quechua. Along the way, discover the spectacular wildlife and the rich history of the region. Unlike the classic Inca trail, this hidden path is available all-year-round. The adventure ends with an up-close exploration of one of Machu Picchu. Come join us, and get ready to walk through these spectacular trails to the "Lost City of Incas".
AdventureTrekking and Hiking
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Inca Jungle Trail to Machu Picchu in 4 days is an action-packed adventure tour that combines the thrill of hiking, ziplining, rafting and mountain biking—all in one!
Discover the mysterious ruins of Machu Picchu as you traverse through lush rainforests, explore ancient history, navigate rushing rivers and peddle through rugged terrain on two wheels. On this tour, you will also visit Peru’s rural communities, cacao and coffee plantations and witness a variety of fruit trees.
Note: We do not recommend booking rafting during the rainy season (January-February).
Please see the itinerary for more details.
Active and outdoorAdventure
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hostel, Hotel, Hut
Age Range
14-55 yrs
Operated in
english, spanish
Destinations
Cusco, Machu Picchu, Santa Maria
Cusco, Machu Picchu, Santa Maria, Santa Teresa, Aguas Calientes
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Classic Inca Trail to Machu Picchu in 4 days is a hiking and trekking tour that allows you to immerse deep into the ancient essence of the Inca culture.
This route is the original Inca Trail to Machu Picchu that combines Inca ruins, Inca steps (up and down), and ecological sites with lush and diverse vegetation. It is one of the most popular trips in the region and one of the most well-known and popular treks in the world.
This fully guided tour is a great opportunity to explore Dead Woman’s Pass (4,200 m), ascend Runkurakay—the second highest pass of Inca Trail and discover archaeological site of Sayacmarca, get the first views of Machu Picchu Citadel through the famous Sun Gate and learn all about the fascinating history of the Incan civilization as you visit archeological sites on the way to Machu Picchu.
Trekking and Hiking
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Join us for this adventurous 4-day trek to visit the legendary Inca citadel of Machu Picchu. The trek takes you through the enigmatic Inca Trail, which connects the Sacred Valley to Machu Picchu. During the trek, explore the numerous pre-hispanic ruins scattered along the Inca Trail, such as Puyupatamarca and Wiñay Wayna.
The trail, which runs through the Andes mountain range, travels through a variety of Andean ecosystems, including cloud forest and alpine tundra. The Inca Trail ends at the Sun Gate on Machu Picchu mountain, which provides a unique view of the citadel during sunrise. The trek ends with a guided tour of Machu Picchu and includes bus and train tickets to return to Cusco.
Eco tours
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Spend four days on the Inca Trail or the Quarry Trail to one of the Seven Wonders of the World – Machu Picchu! Whether you’re a new trailblazer or an experienced trekker, this short trip allows you to join a local leader, local porters who know the land well and a small group of likeminded adventurers to one of the most iconic sites in the world. Discover a lost civilisation and get active, soaking up the gorgeous views along the way, seeing ancient ruins and mingling with locals.
Trekking and Hiking
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers