Lares & Inca 4 days – For Friends
Challenging.
Min: 2,040 m - Max: 4,450 m
43.5 Km - 27.02 My.
7 to 9 hours.
Lares & Inca 4 days – For Friends
Availability
A great adventure begins with a decision; explore the world in a group.
The journey combined Lares + Inca Trail 2 days joins two unique experiences, cultural immersion deep in andean communities, and an ancient path that requires rigorous planning. While the Lares route offers flexibility and authentic contact, the stretch of the Inca Trail (Km 104) is strictly regulated by the Ministry of Culture, with only 250 spaces available per day for visitors and staff.
Why to book in advance?
fDebido to the high global demand, especially between may and October, the permits sold out very quickly. We recommend securing your space with 5 to 8 months in advance. This ensures quotas for all the shared group, an organization without stress and better schedules for trains and services.
Check here for availability:
How to book and payment methods?
Book with Wayki Trek is a simple and safe process:
Personal Information: required for booking:
- full Name (passport photo),
- Number and expiration
- Date of birth,
- Nationality and
- Occupation.
Deposit Confirmation: We request a deposit of 50% to ensure the permissions are not reimbursable to the State.
Payment options: you Can make the deposit via our official website (www.waykitrek.net), PayPal (leocusi@waykitrek.net) or Western Union. Once received, you will receive an official confirmation custom.
Why choose this tour
Complete flexibility
You walk at your own pace, deteniéndote where you need it, whether to relax, laugh, take pictures, epic or simply enjoy the scenery.
Guide exclusive
A guide just for your group, which will be not only your leader, but also your adventuring companion, to adapt the tour to your interests and energy.
Intimate Spaces.
You will enjoy camping, meals and special moments between family, further strengthening your connection at the heart of the Andes.
Spontaneous Celebrations
Do a toast at sunset? What a crazy photo session in archaeological sites or breathtaking venues along the route? Of course! Here, each day is yours to create.
Description
Embark on a unique journey with your friends in the peruvian Andes. Experience the magic of Lares living with families quechua, learning from their ancestral wisdom. Then, it connects with the millennial history of the Inca Trail 2D, culminating at Machu Picchu at dawn, across the mystical Gate of the Sun. These will be days of laughter, challenge and connection with the earth, guided by experts and wrapped in sacred landscapes. Comfort, safety, and soul in each step. A deep, authentic, and powerful, made for those who choose to live the best stories together.
Price
The program Lares + Inca Trail 4 days is designed for you to live a transformative experience between friends. Will walk together by ancestral routes, you will discover landscapes that inspire and strengthen your bond with each challenge.
Price per person in a private service (minimum 2 people)
| Price per person | Number of passengers | |||||||
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | |
| Adult | USD 2,896.00 | USD 1,791.00 | USD 1,488.00 | USD 1,327.00 | USD 1,236.00 | USD 1,156.00 | USD 1,117.00 | USD 1,065.00 |
| Student | USD 2,854.00 | USD 1,749.00 | USD 1,446.00 | USD 1,285.00 | USD 1,194.00 | USD 1,115.00 | USD 1,075.00 | USD 1,023.00 |
Tour Lares & Inca 4D – For Friends
Adult
USD 1,180.00
Student
USD 1,749.00
Price per person, applicable to outputs of April 1, 2025 to march 31, 2026.
Available discounts:
- university Students (up to 25 years, with ISIC card or valid document):
Discount of $40. - Under 17 years of age:
a Discount of USD $40 - Children under 8 years of age:
Consult preferential price custom
Additional Services.
We know that every group of friends has their own pace, interests, and ways to enjoy the journey. That’s why, Wayki Trek offers additional options for you to make this experience something even more special, comfortable and made to measure.
1. Entries Mountains, Iconic (optional).
For those who want an additional challenge, and breathtaking views from the heights:
- Huayna Picchu: USD $75 per person
- Machu Picchu Mountain: USD $75 per person.
Tickets are subject to availability, booking in advance is recommended.
2. Extra Night in Aguas Calientes.
Perfect for enjoying the journey with more ease:
- the Price according to the hotel category chosen (economic, 3★ or higher).
- We can include: visit to the hot springs, dinner, or group tour relaxed by the people.
3. Upgrade of Return Train.
Do you want to close the experience with more comfort and style?
- Vistadome (panoramic windows, snacks, and cultural performance): additional fee depending on availability.
- Hiram Bingham (luxury train): check rates and availability.
4. Professional Photo (optional).
Capture the best moments without worrying about selfies blurry:
- Service is available upon prior reservation.
- Ideal for group pictures in archaeological sites and natural landscapes.
How to Book and Payment Options
1. Required Personal Information.
To ensure the official permits, we will need for each participant:
full Name (please send a clear photo of your passport).
Passport number and expiration date.
Date of birth (dd/mm/yyyy).
Gender and nationality.
Occupation (students must send a copy/photo’s valid ISIC card).
2. Deposit to Confirm your Booking
To secure your place on the path, we require a 50% deposit or the full amount.
You can pay the remaining balance up to 15 days prior to the trek, or in cash at our office in Cusco during your meeting prior to the hike.
Payment options:
Through the Web Site:
- Through the Website:
- Select the “Inca Trail 2 Days” and click on “Book Now”.
- Choose your date of hiking, group type, language, number of travelers.
- You agree to the terms, you create your profile, enter your details and make your payment.
- Our team will contact you to confirm your booking.
Western Union:
Sent a minimum deposit of 50% to:
- Name: LEONIDAS
- Last name: CUSI
- Mother’s maiden name: LOAIZA
- Address: Calle Quera 239, Cusco, Peru
Important:
please Send us the tracking code MTCN to proceed with your booking.
- a deposit Is required to secure your place.
- 50% in advance or full payment (cost of transfer is not included).
- If you use PayPal or Western Union, send your transaction code/receipt. Without him, we can not confirm your reservation.
- In the event of cancellation, deposits used for permissions are not refundable, because the permissions are for personal, non-transferable and regulated by the Ministry of Culture as non-refundable.
- You can opt for pre-payment of 100% to avoid carrying cash in Cusco.
Once we receive your form and deposit, you will receive a confirmation email personalized with all the details of the reservation. You are in!
The value lies not only in the destination, but in how you live the journey.
Designed for families: safety, comfortable pace and explanations suitable for children.
Logistics carefree and full support at every stage.
Private Transfer: Ollantaytambo to your hotel in Cusco.
Early booking (6+ months in advance): 5% discount on the total price.
Large families (5+ members): special rates for groups.
Children under 8 years of age: consultation on additional benefits and conditions.
Travel in low season: consultation on dates promotional applicable.
No hidden fees. All of the terms, taxes, and additional charges are clearly communicate before to confirm. Your peace of mind and confidence are important to us.
Itinerary
A shared journey that unites cultures, landscapes and friendships for a lifetime.
From Lares and the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu: live a crossing between living culture, sacred mountains and unique moments that are only shared between true friends.
Day 0: Briefing and Wayki Experience (optional).
A day before, at the agreed time. Your Lares and the Inca Trail starts with a Preparation Session with your expert guide to solve your doubts and ensure the logistics. This ensures your peace of mind.
Day 1: Cusco – Ankasmarka – Baths of Lares – Wakawasi.
Cultural immersion, first steps together and connection andean
Started the adventure by heading to the Sacred Valley, with a stop in Ankasmarka, an inca complex of warehouses ancestral. Then, in the natural hot springs of Lares, will begin to relax, and to share between friends, a moment of well-being.
Here you will meet the muleteers local, and their flames, before embarking on the hike to Wakawasi. En route, cross andean communities, where you will be welcomed by local families who share their homes, their stories and their way of life. You will sleep in a family house, closing the day with a home-cooked dinner, warm fire and sincere smiles.
Initial height: 3,270 m | maximum Height: 3,820 m
Distance: 8 km | Duration: 6 hours
Accommodation: House family | Meals: Lunch and dinner
Level: Moderate
Day 2: Wakawasi – Step Ipsaycocha – Patakancha.
Shared effort, living traditions and friendship strengthened
After a typical breakfast, begins the ascent to the Step Ipsaycocha (4,420 m), the highest of the tour. Walk surrounded by sacred mountains, lakes and the communities that keep alive their roots.
Encounters with shepherds, weavers and children in the way they reinforce the experience of cultural immersion, authentic, where every conversation strengthens the understanding and the union of the group. When you get to Patakancha, another community I will open the door to your world. A night among friends, stories and stars.
Maximum altitude: 4,420 m
Distance: 13 km | Duration: 8 hrs
Accommodation: House family | Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Level: Challenging (for altitude)
Day 3: Patakancha – Ollantaytambo – Km 104 – Wiñay Wayna – Aguas Calientes
Start of the Inca Trail, forest mystical and awe among friends,
We say goodbye to the local family and we will travel together to Ollantaytambo to take the train to Km 104, the starting point of the Inca Trail. The hike starts at Chachabamba and goes up to Wiñay Wayna, between the forest of mist and terraces sacred.
Surrounded by nature, vibrant ruins and silent landscapes that move you, they will share between friends one of the most beautiful sections of the Inca Trail. When you arrive at Inti Punku, the first view of Machu Picchu will be a moment of emotion shared. Then you will descend to Aguas Calientes for a rest.
Maximum height: 2,750 m
Distance: 11 km | Duration: 7-8 h
Accommodation: Hotel in Aguas Calientes | Meals: Breakfast, box lunch, dinner
Level: Moderate to challenging
Features of the itinerary
- perfect Combination of culture and nature,
This itinerary blends two extraordinary experiences: the first two days exploring traditional communities, in Lares, where the bonds of friendship are strengthened in the coexistence authentic with local families, while the last two days focus on the hike the legendary Inca Trail to Machu Picchu. - Cultural immersion shared
From visiting family houses, sharing rituals and learn about wranglers and weavers, this route offers moments of genuine, to learn and connect with the values of the andean worldview… and experience it all in a group, creating shared memories for a lifetime. - Hike in a team towards the epic
route is designed to share the effort: encourage each other on the climbs, enjoying the silence of the andean forest, or celebrate together when you reach viewpoints or archaeological sites. Walking with friends is transformed into an emotional experience powerful. - Deep contact with the nature
From the rural landscapes of Lares to the sacred mountains of the Inca Trail, this trip is a reconnection with what is essential. Glaciers, rivers, lakes, ruins, jungle high… each section strengthens the link for the group with the earth and each other. - Experience comprehensive logistics cared
expert Guides, food nutritious and delicious, camps, comfortable, visits to archaeological exclusive and all transfers included. You only need to focus on enjoying the journey and their friendship, while Wayki Trek takes care of the rest.
This included
In Wayki Trek we design each service so that you and your friends can concentrate on what matters: to live a great adventure together, without worrying about anything else.
1. briefing before the trekking.
- The day prior to the hike, you’ll have a briefing only with your guide on hand to answer questions, details on the tour and receive recommendations essential to fully enjoy the experience.
2. Official Permits and Tickets
- Entrance to the Inca Trail and Machu Picchu.
- Entries to the path, and the Lares hot springs.
3. Team of Professional Field
- Mountain guide expert, empathetic and a great motivator of the group.
- Chef mountain with experience in cooking energy and andean.
- Wranglers for the portion of the Lares, and flames that load up to 8 kg of personal belongings per traveller.
All the team have training in first aid and vocation for the service.
4. Accommodation and Camping Equipment
- 2 nights in family homes community (Wakawasi and Patacancha).
- 1 night in hotel 3★ in Aguas Calientes.
- Portable restrooms green during walks.
The combination of overnight and rural hotel gives them balance between immersion and comfort.
5. Food Complete and Balanced
- 3 breakfast energy.
- 4 lunches (including box lunch)
- 3 full dinners.
- Snacks and lunches daily with fruits, nuts, chocolate, tea, coffee and biscuits.
We tailor menus for vegetarians, vegans, or with restrictions (no extra cost).
6. Transport Totally Organized
- Private minibus Cusco – Lares.
- Expedition train to Ollantaytambo to Km 104 (start of the Inca Trail).
- Bus-Machu Picchu – Aguas Calientes – Machu Picchu.
- Expedition Train To Aguas Calientes – Ollantaytambo.
- Transportation Ollantaytambo – Cusco.
All coordinated to the group, just worry about enjoying.
7. Biodegradable Products
- We use soaps, detergents and toiletries green to protect the ecosystems and to promote responsible tourism.
8. Emergency Equipment
- Satellite phone, allowing communication at any time in case of an emergency.
- Radios of long-range (10 km) with 8 frequencies, to maintain constant communication between the guides, cooks and porters.
- Medical assistance remotely via satellite phone.
- First-aid kit with basic medicines and necessary, bandages, sports drinks, creams for burns, splinting, and equipment to measure blood pressure and temperature.
Not included
Clarity to plan without surprises
These services are not included, but allow you to customize your experience between friends: upgrades, optional entries, free meals and more. It’s your choice!
1. Food is not considered
- Breakfast on the first day (before the start of the tour).
- Lunch on the last day in Aguas Calientes.
Tip among friends: these moments can be perfect for discovering together new local flavors.
2. Optional entries:
- Machu Picchu mountain or Huayna Picchu:
For those who want an extra challenge and a unique view. (Advance reservation required and is additional cost).
3. Extra night in Aguas Calientes:
- If you want to extend your stay to relax in the hot springs or enjoy a romantic dinner, we can help to arrange it.
4. Improving return train
- The Expedition train is included, but you can opt for an upgrade to Vistadome or Hiram Bingham with additional cost.
Ideal to finish the adventure with comfort and style among friends.
5. Travel insurance
- We recommend to have one that covers medical care, cancellations for health, flights or any event prior to the trip.
6. Gratuities for the staff (voluntary)
- Although not mandatory, are a meaningful way to acknowledge the effort of the team (guides, cooks and wranglers).
Between friends, you can organize a common fund for this gesture.
Important Information
The Lares and the Way 4D:
What to wear to the Lares and Inca Trail 4 Days?
Essential
- Passport,
- Student ID (if it’s booked as a student)
Hiking Clothes
- 2-3 Poles walking.
- 2-3 Pants hike.
- 4 Sets of underwear.
- 4 Pairs of socks.
- Jacket polar.
- Coat of feathers.
- Coat and pant for rain.
- Hat for the sun.
- Wool hat.
- Impervious gloves (optional).
- Hiking boots (lightweight, with good soles).
- Comfortable shoes for the camp (or sandals).
- Waterproof jacket / rain Poncho.
- Towel.
- Plastic bags (To collect waste and keep the path clean.)
Equipment
- Backpack (The most compact possible, 25 L. approx.)
- Water tank: Container type Camelback is recommended – capacity for at least 2-3 liters, or a water bottle of 1 liter.
- Bag for sleeping.
- Headlamp.
- Small bottle of soap: we Provide hot water every day for personal hygiene; a little soap can be very useful.
- Portable battery: there is No where to plug in devices during the hike!
- Camera.
Personal care
- sunscreen.
- Cream facial moisturizer.
- Insect repellent.
- Hand sanitizer.
- Wet wipes.
- A toothbrush and toothpaste.
- Toilet paper.
- Personal medications.
- Extra money for souvenirs, drinks and gratuities.
You are already ready to explore the Lares and the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu!
From:
USD 1,180.00 per person
Early booking (6+ months in advance): 5% discount on the total price.
Large families (5+ members): special Rates for groups.
Children under 8 years of age: Ask about additional benefits and conditions.
Straightforward pricing and no hidden fees. All reports before confirming your reservation.
Lares & Inca 4 days – Tours
Questions Asked
1. How far in advance should I book my place?
Because the Inca Trail is a protected area, access is limited to only 500 people per day. , This figure includes not only travelers, but also to guides, cooks and porters of all the routes (4, 5 and 6 days). For this reason, it is recommended to book with 6 to 10 months in advance, especially if you plan to travel during high season, between may and October.
2. How big are the groups of hike?
In Wayki Trek we prioritize an intimate experience and flexible. We work with small groups of 4 to 6 people,. This allows us to offer you a personalized service, more security, and a more relaxed atmosphere in the camps and sites of archaeological, avoiding the crowds of the large groups.
3. What services are included in the price of the tour?
Your reservation covers all the essentials for an expedition of high-quality:
- official Permits: Tickets to the Inca Trail and Machu Picchu.
- Team Premium: high mountain Tents 4 seasons, sleeping mats inflatable, canes and dining tent.
- Expert staff: specialized Guides, chefs mountain and local porters.
- Logistics: private Transport from Cusco to the start of the trek, bus down from Machu Picchu and return train.
Extra benefit: we Include a personal porter for 8 kg for your belongings essential.
4. How is the food during the journey? Are there options for special diets?
We offer a dining experience of gourmet with fresh and local ingredients. The menu includes breakfasts, snacks, daily buffet lunches and dinners comforting. If you are vegetarian, vegan or have any special dietary requirements, we can accommodate for no additional cost.
5. What prerequisites do I need to book and what are the ways of payment?
To ensure your permission, we need your exact personal data: full name (first photo of the passport), passport number, date of birth, gender, nationality and occupation. It requires an initial deposit of 50% or payment in full. You can do it through our website, PayPal or Western Union.
6. What security measures are taken during the hike?
Your wellbeing is our priority. We have:
- Guides trained in first aid and mountain rescue.
- Constant communication through satellite phones and radios long range.
- First-aid kit and complete medical assistance remotely, via satellite.
- Oxygen and constant monitoring to detect signs of altitude sickness or fatigue.
Still have questions?
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The soul of your trip. Respect, team worthy and fair treatment for our team.
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Local flavors prepared by chefs of the mountains. High energy kitchen.
Luxury Camping
Resting under the stars with a team of high-end designed for comfort.
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