Lares treks

The Lares trek is a spectacular alternative route filled with traditional culture, gorgeous vistas, and the chance to glimpse modern-day Andean life in remote, un-touristed villages.

Located in the eastern Urubamba mountain range, the Lares Valley is a fantastic alternative Peru hike when the Classic Inca Trail is sold out. What makes the Lares Valley stand out? Definitely the exposure to traditional Andean culture! The Lares trail takes you through several Andean villages where you will meet Quechua-speaking indigenous people who continue to live as they have for centuries.

You’ll hike through Andean tundra, clearing high mountain passes with views of stunning glacial lakes. And no Lares trek is complete without a stop at the famous Lares hot springs! You’ll love luxuriating in these natural thermal baths – a great way to start or end this incredible Peru hike!

The conditions in the Lares valley also make it a great wet season trek (November to March).

>> Read more about wet season trekking in Peru!

Lares is also an “easier” trek in Peru making it a great choice for families trekking in Peru with children. The Lares trek is also much less frequented by trekkers and you are likely to see hardly another soul on this route! This makes Lares a great choice for hikers looking to get off the beaten path and enjoy a bit more solitude while hiking in the Andes.

Click through all of our Lares Valley Trek options below!

Classic Lares 4D

Classic Lares Trek 4D

From$660
Duration: 4 Days / 3 Nights
Availability : Every Day
Depart: Huaran
Destination: Lares
Min Age : 8
Max People : 12
Chaullacocha learn Andean weaving

Lares Trail 5D

From$599
Duration: 5 Days / 4 Nights
Availability : Every Day.
Depart: Huaran
Destination: Ollantaytambo
Min Age : 8
Max People : 12
(1 Review)
Lares to machu picchu

Lares Valley Cultural Trek 3D

From$849
Duration: 3 Days / 2 Nights
Availability : Every Day.
Depart: Lares
Destination: Machu Picchu
Min Age : 8
Max People : 12
(1 Review)
Lares MP 4D

Lares Trek to Machu Picchu 4D

From$1,025
Duration: 4 Days / 3 Nights
Availability : Every Day.
Depart: Ollantaytambo
Destination: Machu Picchu
Min Age : 8
Max People : 12
(5 Reviews)
Lares Valley Peru

Lares and 2 Day Inca Trail

From$1,035
Duration: 4 Days / 3 Nights
Availability : Every Day.
Depart: Lares
Destination: Machu Picchu
Min Age : 8
Max People : 12
(4 Reviews)

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