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Highlights

The Lares Trek leads you into quiet valleys, where you’ll meet Andean communities, soak in hot springs, and hike beside llamas and alpacas. With fewer crowds, stunning lakes, and waterfalls, it’s perfect for couples, families, or solo travelers seeking a genuine adventure.


• Explore the salt mines of Maras and the Inca town of Ollantaytambo.
• Trek the scenic Lares route and experience the wonder of Machu Picchu.
• Relax in the natural hot springs of Lares with spectacular mountain scenery.
• Meet weaving communities and support women-led cooperatives and local projects.
• Return to Cusco aboard a panoramic train Vistadome

Itinerary

Cusco - Puyas de Raimondi - Lares Hot Springs - Blue Lagoon Campsite
  • Cusco

    1 hoursAdmission Ticket Free
    Begin your adventure with an early morning hotel pickup from Cusco or the Sacred Valley near Pisac.
  • Calca

    1 hoursAdmission Ticket Free
    Travel to Calca and explore its lively market, where local vendors sell fresh produce, colorful textiles, and Andean specialties.
  • Centro Arqueológico de Ancasmarka

    1 hoursAdmission Ticket Free
    Continue to Ancashmarca, a little-known Inca site with ancient terraces and storehouses that once controlled trade routes in the valley. Drive to a high plateau to admire the rare Puyas de Raimondi, giant plants that flower only once in a century.
  • Hot Springs - Lares

    2 hoursAdmission Ticket Included
    Descend into Lares and relax in soothing thermal baths nestled among the Andean peaks, followed by a scenic breakfast. Later, visit a women-led weaving cooperative to discover the art of natural dyes and traditional backstrap weaving techniques passed down through generations.
  • Laguna canchispaccha

    2 hoursAdmission Ticket Free
    After breakfast, we’ll head to the tranquil town of Pamparrocal. From there, we’ll stop in Kiswarani to enjoy a freshly prepared meal before beginning our scenic hike through serene valleys, where llamas and alpacas graze freely. As the trail ascends, we’ll reach the awe-inspiring Kiswarani waterfall, a dramatic cascade tucked deep within the heart of the Andes.
  • Mirador Sirhuayani

    2 hoursAdmission Ticket Free
    Then we’ll continue our ascent to the Blue Lagoon campsite, perched at 3,900 meters. Awaiting you are a cozy tent, a steaming cup of tea, and a sky ablaze with stars, an unforgettable Andean night under the highland heavens.
  • Accommodations
    Blue Lagoon Campsite
    Food And Drinks
    Breakfast - at Lares Hot Spring
    Lunch - at Kiswarani village
    Dinner - at Blue Lagoon campsite
Blue Lagoon campsite – Condor Pass - Canchacancha Community
  • Mirador Sirhuayani

    4 hoursAdmission Ticket Free
    Wake up with a warm cup of coca tea or coffee delivered to your tent. After breakfast, begin the most challenging yet rewarding day of the trek. Hike steadily uphill through highland valleys filled with turquoise lakes, herds of alpacas, and Andean geese known as Wallatas. Reach Condor Pass at 4,750 m, the highest point of the journey, where the 360° views of the Andes are unforgettable. Take part in a traditional offering to the Apus, the sacred mountain spirits, led by your guide. Celebrate your achievement with a hot cup of coca tea at the summit. Descend for two hours to Acopata, where a hearty lunch will be ready. Continue walking downhill through dramatic andean valleys.
  • Cancha Cancha

    3 hoursAdmission Ticket Free
    Arrive in the community of Canchacancha at 3,750 m, where you’ll set up camp near local homes. Spend the evening meeting villagers, playing soccer with children, practicing Quechua words, or simply relaxing as the sun sets behind the mountains.
  • Accommodations
    Canchacancha Campsite
    Food And Drinks
    Breakfast
    Lunch - at Acopata
    Dinner - at Canchacancha Campsite
Canchacancha - Maras Salt Mines - Ollantaytambo - Aguas Calientes town
  • Cancha Cancha

    4 hoursAdmission Ticket Free
    Enjoy breakfast with sweeping views of the Andes. Spend time visiting local homes and the community school, where donations of notebooks, pens, or toys are welcome.
  • Cusco, Valle Sagrado, Huaran

    4 hoursAdmission Ticket Free
    Begin a gentle 4-hour descent through fertile valleys. Watch the landscape transform from potato and bean fields in the highlands to corn and avocado crops in the Sacred Valley. Arrive in Huaran at 2,700 m for a scenic picnic lunch and say farewell to the muleteers and chef.
  • Salt Mine of Maras

    2 hoursAdmission Ticket Free
    Continue by private transport to the Salineras of Maras, where thousands of salt pools have been harvested since Inca times.
  • Ollantaytambo

    3 hoursAdmission Ticket Free
    Explore Ollantaytambo, the “Last Living Inca Town,” where ancient stone streets, original water canals, and local people bring history to life. Afterward, enjoy a delicious dinner at a restaurant, soaking in the charm of this timeless Andean village.
  • Aguas Calientes

    2 hoursAdmission Ticket Free
    Board the evening train to Aguas Calientes, winding through breathtaking Andean landscapes. Upon arrival, check into a cozy 3-star hotel and unwind in comfort, preparing for the unforgettable adventure that awaits at Machu Picchu.
  • Accommodations
    3-star Hotel in Aguas Calientes
    Food And Drinks
    Breakfast
    Lunch - At Huaran Town
    Dinner - At a local restaurant in Aguas Calientes Town
Machu Picchu (Lost City of The Incas) - Cusco
  • Aguas Calientes

    1 hoursAdmission Ticket Free
    Start with an early breakfast at your hotel. Take the bus up to Machu Picchu to arrive at sunrise and watch the morning mist lift over the citadel.
  • Santuario Historico de Machu Picchu

    2 hoursAdmission Ticket Included
    Visit the classic viewpoints for unforgettable photos of the Inca city. Join your guide for a 2–3 hour walking tour through temples, terraces, and ceremonial areas while learning about the history, engineering and daily life of the Incas. With advance tickets, you can hike Huayna Picchu or Montaña Machu Picchu for even more incredible views.
  • Aguas Calientes

    1 hoursAdmission Ticket Free
    Return to Aguas Calientes for free time and lunch at your own pace.
  • Ollantaytambo

    2 hoursAdmission Ticket Free
    In the afternoon, board the panoramic Vistadome train back to Ollantaytambo, followed by a private transfer to Cusco.
  • Cusco

    2 hoursAdmission Ticket Free
    Arrive in the evening with memories of mountains, communities and Machu Picchu that will last a lifetime.
  • Food And Drinks
    Breakfast - at 3 star Hotel

What's included

INCLUDED

All food and gear transported by horses and experienced muleteers
Entrance tickets to Machu Picchu, Maras Salt Mines and Lares Hot Spring
Hotel pickup/drop-off, round-trip bus to Machu Picchu, Vistadome return train ticket
Expert Professional Tour Guide and Personal duffel bag (maximum 7kg/11lb)
Safety briefing before your journey and complimentary luggage storage in Cusco
Lunch (3)
Dinner (3)
Breakfast (4)
Sleep under the stars for 02 nights in campsites and 01 night in a cozy 3-star hotel

NOT INCLUDED

(Optional) Entrance tickets to Machu Picchu Montaña or Waynapicchu, they should be booked ahead of time. If you have them, please let us know.
(Optional) Mattress, sleeping bag and trekking poles. We’re available to assist with guidance.

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Additional information

Must Know
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Good To Know
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants
A current valid passport is required on the day of travel

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