The Lares Trek

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7 days

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I had an amazing time with Roger and the team. Our chef was highly talented, each meal was well thought out and delicious. Our team worked so hard to ensure everything was perfect, delivering hot water and coca tea tent side, they really went the extra mile to ensure we had the best experience. The trek was beautiful and quiet, I loved walking through the remote villages. Overall it was a great experience and I would recommend g-adventures to anyone!

Marisa M | Traveled in April

5 - Excellent

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7 daysDuration

Small Group TourUsually 8-12 participants

16 peopleMaximum group size

12 - 100 yearsAge range for participants

EnglishGuide language

Challenging

Demands good physical fitness and stamina for more intense or extended activities.

Starts

Ends

Cusco, Peru

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Itinerary

The Lares Trek offers a unique twist on the classic Peru hiking journey. Over seven days, trek through Andean mountains and remote villages, visiting a women’s weaving co-op and a pottery community for hands-on cultural exchanges. End with a scenic train ride to Machu Picchu, ensuring you don’t miss the region’s crown jewel. Specially designed for young adults and experienced trekkers, this trip’s standout feature is its blend of challenging mountain trails and authentic, engaging encounters with local communities—making for a truly immersive adventure beyond the ordinary.

day 1Cusco

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.

Accomodation

Hotel Prisma (or similar)

Included Activity

Arrival Day and Welcome Meeting with G Representative

Optional Activities

Inka Museum Get ready to explore the artifacts from the Inca Empire, including mummies, jewelry, skulls, and ceramics at this museum of archaeology., Cusco City Tour

day 2Cusco/Ollantaytambo

day 3Lares Trek

day 4Lares Trek

day 5Lares Trek/Aguas Calientes

day 6Machu Picchu/Cusco

day 7Cusco

What's Included

Accommodation

Hotels (4 nts), camping (2 nts).

Meals

6 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 2 dinners
Note: Allow USD130-170 for meals not included.

Transport

Train, private van, hiking.All transport between destinations and to/from included activities

Guide

G Adventures Representative in Cusco, specialist Lares trek CEO (Chief Experience Officer) on hike.

Included activities

Your G for Good Moment: Ccaccaccollo Community and Women's Weaving Co-op visit, CcaccaccolloYour G for Good Moment: Parwa Community Restaurant the Sacred Valley, LamayYour G for Good Moment: Handmade Biodegradable Soap Products, CuscoYour G for Good Moment: Cuncani Community Campsite, CuncaniSacred Valley guided tourPottery making demonstrationGuided Lares trek hike (3 days)Aguas Calientes stayMachu Picchu guided tour

What's Excluded

Customer Reviews

5.0

based on 7 reviews

Marisa MVerified Traveler

5.0 | Excellent

Apr 26, 2025

Excellent

Apr 26, 2025

Krista BVerified Traveler

5.0 | Excellent

Mar 29, 2025

Excellent

I highly recommend the Lares Trek because of the gorgeous scenery and connections to the local communities along the way. We did not meet a single other tourist/hiker on this trip - only the alpacas and dogs that were being tended by local families, who all stopped to say hi to us. It was an incredibly challenging, but very moving experience!

Mar 29, 2025

Kaitlin BVerified Traveler

5.0 | Excellent

Mar 6, 2025

Excellent

The Lares trek was an incredible experience. The ability to trek through a beautiful Peruvian landscape for multiple days was both challenging and relaxing. It was so nice to not have to worry about food or tents, and to truly soak in the backpack experience without all the difficult planning/lugging heavy things aspect. It was also great to have the highlights of Machu Picchu and some time in Cusco!

Mar 6, 2025

Christina SVerified Traveler

5.0 | Excellent

Jan 14, 2025

Excellent

It was amazing overall, and our trip had a great balance of activities. We felt we learned a lot about the culture and got to see so many things.

Jan 14, 2025

AdrianaVerified Traveler

5.0 | Excellent

Nov 15, 2024

Excellent

My experience with Raul, and our crew on the Lares Trek was above and beyond all expectations. Everyone was thoughtful, caring, and helpful. The entire experience in Peru was enlightening and exciting. I?d do it all again in a heartbeat.

Nov 15, 2024

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