Trekking the Inca Trail: 4D/3N
From AUD $1124 Was AUD $1499
Small Group
Demanding
Rating
(20 reviews)
Trekking the Inca Trail: 4D/3N
4 days
Small Group
Budget
Demanding
English
Experience Overview
Challenge yourself on the three-day Lares Trek which will reward you with a stunning combination of the region’s local communities and scenic farms, mountainscapes, and cloud forests.
Challenge yourself on the three-day Lares Trek which will reward you with a stunning combination of the region’s local communities and scenic farms, mountainscapes, and cloud forests. Because we run our own treks, we can ensure the fair treatment of our porters and the quality of food and equipment so you’re free to enjoy the beauty of the region.
Highlights
- Pass rambling rivers and small villages
- Take in scenic mountain views
- Visit ancient ruins
- See Machu Picchu at sunrise
- Porters and guides hired from local communities.
Trip Details
4 days
Train, private van, hiking.
Small Group
English
Cusco, Peru
Cusco, Peru
Budget
Active
Demanding
Itinerary
Day 1: Cusco/Cuncani
The Lares Trek is a scenic, less touristic route to hike through the Andes. It is one day shorter than the Inca Trail but higher in elevation. Enjoy G Adventures-supported handmade biodegradable soap products for use on the Lares Trek.
Day 2: Cuncani/Kuyoc
Day 3: Kuyoc/Aguas Calientes
Day 4: Machu Picchu/Cusco
Rise early to catch the first bus up to Machu Picchu with your guide. Enjoy a guided visit to the ruins. When ready, head back down by bus to Aguas Calientes to meet up with the rest of the group. Take the scenic train back to Ollantaytambo to meet the van for the ride back to Cusco where the trip will end upon arrival.
- Flights to and from origin and destinations
- Airport transfers (arrival and departure)
- Anything else not explicitly listed in tour inclusions
- Recommended gratuities/tipping
- Optional activities/tours
- Personal expenses
- Travel insurance
- Visas, meals and beverages not stated in the list of inclusions.
When meals are not included, your tour leader (where available) will be happy to help with restaurant recommendations, bookings, and directions. Please let us know if you have any dietary needs or preferences. We willdo our best to accommodate these, though we cannot guarantee that every request can be met.
You are responsible for your personal belongings throughout the tour. You will need to carry your own bags between the vehicle and your hotel room. Drivers will assist with loading and unloading luggage from the vehicle.
Travellers requiring wheelchair access should contact our sales and service team, who can make enquiries on your behalf.
This tour requires an Average level of fitness. Activities are paced gently and include leisure time. You may be expected to join guided walks of up to one hour, navigate short stairways and mild inclines, and manage your own luggage. You should also be able to board and exit all transport without assistance.
Travellers are expected to be self-sufficient and capable of handling all aspects of their journey. Please discuss your circumstances and support needs with your booking agent to confirm this trip is suitable.
If you are unsure, we recommend consulting your doctor before booking or travelling. (Note: I assume each tour has a different description depending on level of fitness required).
If a planned site visit is unavailable due to changes in operating hours or holiday closures, the itinerary may be altered, or a comparable activity will be substituted where possible and subject to availability.
Visa conditions can change. Once you receive your travel documents, check with the relevant embassy, consulate, or immigration office of your destination for the latest information.
- It is your responsibility to ensure you have the correct and valid travel documents and to comply with all entry requirements.
- Non-Australian citizens must also confirm visa and identification requirements with the appropriate consulate or visa agency.
- Certain occupations (for example, journalists, government officials, or those working in charities) may face additional restrictions when applying for visas, which could affect the type of application required.
From
AUD $1499
Duration: 4 days
Trip Type: Small Group
Activity Level: Demanding
Challenge yourself on the three-day Lares Trek which will reward you with a stunning combination of the region’s local communities and scenic farms, mountainscapes, and cloud forests.
Price based on per person in Double Room for departure 27 Sep 2025
Customer Reviews
07/19/2024
This was the best travel experience I have ever had and even though I was getting completely out of my comfort zone, I felt very safe and well taken care of by the G Adventures staff. Our group meshed immediately and shared a high energy throughout our w...
07/18/2024
Its a hard piece of work to go the Inka Trail, but it is sooo worth it!! Not only the stunning Machu Picchu, therefore all day the views, the path, de surroundigs all of it is just a 10 out of 10!!
Tour Operator
G Adventures, founded in 1990 by Bruce Poon Tip, is a global adventure travel company specializing in small-group tours that emphasize authentic, sustainable, and culturally immersive experiences. Originally launched as GAP Adventures (“Great Adventure People”), the company pioneered the concept of community-driven travel by offering affordable trips that connect travelers with local communities while minimizing environmental impact. Today, G Adventures operates in more than 100 countries, offering a wide range of itineraries across themes such as active adventures, wildlife, wellness, family, and National Geographic–partnered tours, while maintaining a strong commitment to responsible tourism and social enterprise through its Planeterra Foundation.
In Business Since 1990
07/19/2024
This was the best travel experience I have ever had and even though I was getting completely out of my comfort zone, I felt very safe and well taken care of by the G Adventures staff. Our group meshed immediately and shared a high energy throughout our w...
07/18/2024
Its a hard piece of work to go the Inka Trail, but it is sooo worth it!! Not only the stunning Machu Picchu, therefore all day the views, the path, de surroundigs all of it is just a 10 out of 10!!
07/16/2024
I was really impressed from start to finish with the trip. Our porters & chefs (team 5) were incredible, and I can’t thank them enough for all their hard work. Our guides were excellent, and the experience itself surpassed all expectations & I loved ever...
07/15/2024
Unbelievable trip. Really made possible by the crew who honestly felt like they were part of our group rather than our guides. Uriel, Melky and their team deserve more credit than I could possibly give them.
07/14/2024
Uriel and assistant guide Melky gave us a phenomenal experience and by the end our group truly felt like a family. Melky was friendly, communicative, and I really felt like I could trust him. Porter team 5 was amazing. The food was generous and delicious...
07/11/2024
Excellent
07/10/2024
I'm so glad I choose G adventures for my once in a life time trip to walk the Inca trail.
07/05/2024
Fantastic! We had amazing time and Joseph and the porters and chefs in team 7 absolutely made it for us! I will definitely be booking more tours with G adventures and want to thank the team again for making the Inca trail so special
07/05/2024
We did a tour day hike of the Inca trail finishing at Machu Pichu. It was an amazing experience and one I highly recommend for anyone wanting to visit Peru our porters (team 7) chef (Porferio) and guide (Joseph) where all friendly kind and helpful and r...
07/05/2024
This trip felt like having a personal chef, personal assistant, and butler while on the coolest hike of your life. Definitely a super hard trek, but they make sure that all you have to worry about is putting one foot in front of the other.
07/03/2024
Paulo exceeded expectations!! Liz grew a lot during the hike and I believe she’ll make a great lead guide very soon. Our porters - Group 8 - had amazing attention to detail and worked hard to give us all the best experience possible. Loved the meals and ...
07/02/2024
Experiencing Machu Picchu after a four day journey, with a new group of friends, is the only way to do it. Being cared for by the amazing porters, chef, and guide allowed for me to experience Peru as it should be experienced, alongside locals who love an...
07/01/2024
Once. In. A. Lifetime. However, it would not have been so without the people and crew with us. What a perfect group of people to make the experience perfect.
06/30/2024
The Inka Trail had been on my bucket list for a long time and I knew it was going to be amazing. What I didn’t expect was how much the experience could be enhanced by the guides and supporting crew involved. Everything from the food, tents, local knowled...
06/30/2024
This was the opportunity of a lifetime for me to undertake a challenging trek with my son. As the “senior” of the group (30 years older than the average ), I was treated with respect by the team. A particular thanks to Miguel, assistant guide, who took p...
06/30/2024
Superb
06/30/2024
I had a great experience on the tour. The cooks, porters and guides were all amazing and thoughtful. I would recommend it to anyone.
06/28/2024
Unforgettable experience!
06/26/2024
Really had the best time thanks to Javier, Angel, Time and co. Plus a great guided tour of Machu Picchu by Eddison.
06/26/2024
I think it was a great tour and lived up to my expectations. Only thing I would suggest is an 18-something Inca trail tour as I think we would have preferred that age bracket. My friend and I were planning to do a full Gadvanture tour of Peru but unfortu...
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