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OVERVIEW:

Cusco City tour is a Perfect for those looking to experience the region’s archeological and cultural treasures in a short amount of time.

Cusco is located at an altitude of 3,350m above sea level; Cusco, which means ‘’navel of the world’’ in the Inca language (Quechua), has a mostly indigenous population of around 500,000 and is centered around the Plaza de Armas, which is dominated by the Cathedral and La Compania de Jesus Church. Its cloistered arcades house many fine restaurants, bars and shops.

Make the most of your free days in Cusco to explore its amazing churches, colonial buildings and picturesque streets, many of which have Inca walls, arches and doorways. On a hill overlooking the city stands the archaeological park of Sacsayhuaman, where some of the most spectacular Inca walls can be found, including a massive 128 ton stone. There are also many optional excursions and activities available such as white water rafting, horse riding, and mountain biking and canoeing on offer.

Cusco is often referred to as the ‘’Archaeological Capital of the Americas’’, Cusco is a beautiful city riddled with contrasts between the indigenous styles and the modern western world. It is these contrasts that have given Cusco its rare beauty.

Cusco itself has a lot to offer the visitor and most travellers usually end up seduced with this vibrant city and stay longer than first planned.

When arriving in Cusco from the coast you will immediately notice the thin clear mountain air, a result of the City’s high altitude. The first day in particular should be spent quietly relaxing and taking things easy as you gently acclimatize. This is an ideal opportunity to see the highlights Cusco has to offer such as a tour of the City, the nearby Inca Ruins of Sacsayhuaman, Qenqo, Puca Pucara and Tambomachay.

• TIMING: Half Day.
• Starting Point: Pick up at centrally located hotels in Cusco.
• Finishing Point: Drop off at centrally located hotels in Cusco.

ARRIVAL IN CUSCO / CITY TOUR: SACSAYHUAMAN & NEARBY RUINS.

(Am) Flight Lima/Cusco.

Upon arrival to Cusco, reception by our staff and transport to your hotel (Coca tea courtesy).

The rest of the morning is free to rest and get acclimatize to the altitude.

In the afternoon, around 13:30hrs we will pick you up and will take you on a city tour of Cusco; we are going to visit the Imperial City, living example of the mixture of the Andean and Spanish cultures.

We start our trip visiting the cathedral, the Temple of the Sun or Qoriqancha, actually Santo Domingo Convent a place that housed inside one of the most important religious centers of the Inca period and ancient Inca palace and main worship center of the Sun God. Going on with the tour, the tour moved to the outskirts of the city to the magnificent Sacsayhuaman (head of Puma), which domains the city, built strategically on a hill overlooking Cusco; famous for its enormous carved stones joined with astounding precision to form the outer walls. Some of these stones stand over 9m/3oft.tall and weight over 128 tons; just 200 meters from Sacsayhuaman is our next destination Qenqo (ceremonial site) religious center dedicated to the worship earth and funerary rituals. Puca Pucara (the red fortress) that was use as a center for military use and control, as well as a place to stop for the travelers from the Inca period.

Our ultimate destination located just 100 meters from Puca Pucara. Tambomachay (temple of water) was use as a center of worship of water.

When we finish the tour, we are going to come back to Cusco.

At your arrival to Cusco city, we will meet and transfer to your selected hotel.

END OF OUR SERVICES.

WHAT IS INCLUDED:

• Hotel Transfer.
• City tour.
• Touristic transportation for the tour.
• Admission tickets.
• Professional speaking guide (English/Spanish).
• Personal assistance.
•  1 bottle of water.

WHAT IS NOT INCLUDED:

•  FLIGHTS: International or Domestic air tickets.
• Entrances
•  Accommodations.
•  Airport taxes and tips for the staff.
• Meal: Lunch and dinner, beverages not specified in the itinerary, you must consider a budget of US$10 to US$20 for each meal.
• Personal care items.
•   Other services not specified in the program.

IMPORTANT:

• Prices with hotel accommodation based in double occupancy.
• For Machu Picchu tour, on your arrival to Cusco, we will give you a pre-travel talk (briefing) of the city and of the tour in your hotel; the time will be confirmed on your arrival.

RECOMMENDED THINGS TO TAKE:

For Cusco, you will need to wear light shoes or slippers or tennis, mineral water one liter (drink plenty of fluids in excursions), rain gear or poncho (plastic long poncho in the rainy season, can  purchase in Cusco), warm jacket or fleece and wind coot, t-shirts, shorts or long pants, sun hat and wool hat, sun block, garbage bag, camera, extra film and extra batteries for your camera, snacks, chocolates, energy bars, a light backpack, Carry currency in small denominations dollars or soles, Sunglasses, plastic bags, Medicine if you use.

PAYMENT DETAILS:

For the city tour, we require a Prepayment (50%) of the total. The deposit can be send by a WESTERN UNION or to our BANK ACCOUNT money transfer. This is the fastest and most secure form of payment in Peru. Once you arrive in Cusco you must pay the remaining balance in cash prior to beginning your tour. We accept both US Dollars and Peruvian Soles (local currency).

NOTE: We can assist you to purchase your flight tickets from Lima to Cusco.

We are happy to customize your trip. You may combine the existing packages with your desires to create your perfect itinerary. Alternatively, complete the form below with your requests, giving us as much detail as possible and we will provide a tailor made itinerary.

OVERVIEW:

The Sacred Valley of the Incas Tour is a Perfect for those looking to experience the region’s archeological and cultural treasures in a short amount of time.

Don’t miss the opportunity to hop on a day tour from Cusco to see life beyond the city. One of our favorite spots to show off is the Sacred Valley, a hugely important region during the Inca Empire. Centred around the Urubamba River, the Sacred Valley is home to ancient Incan citadels, scientific stations and villages like Pisac, our first stop on this Sacred Valley tour.

At the heart of the Sacred Valley, Pisac is an ideal place to see Andean life up close. Home to a bustling craft market where the barter system is still an accepted method for buying goods, it’s a great spot to explore the market and test your bartering skills before heading out of town to a smaller community, the beautiful village of Ollantaytambo and the small village of Chinchero located high up in the mountains.

As you go, be sure to take in the spectacular landscape of the region. Communities in this area are still living in a very traditional way, cultivating wheat, potatoes, corn, beans, and quinoa, to name a few. The region is home to 3,000 varieties of potatoes, which are essential to the local Andean cuisine.

Explore the Sacred Valley of the Incas with FINDERS PERU, for some consult contact us.

• TIMING: Full Day.
• Starting Point: Pick up at centrally located hotels in Cusco.
• Finishing Point: Drop off at centrally located hotels in Cusco.

SACRED VALLEY OF THE INCAS: PISAC, PISAC MARKET, URUBAMBA, OLLANTAYTAMBO AND CHINCHERO.

We will pick you up at approximately 07:30 am. from the hotel close to the main square and we will on a one hour drive towards the Sacred Valley of the Incas, taking the direct route to Pisac, the entrance to the Sacred Valley of the Incas.

We will stop on the way to have a classic view of the Urubamba valley with crops dressing the mountains like carpets. Then, we will arrive to the Pisac town, we will continue going to the Pisac ruins where we will have a guided tour; after the tour, we will down to the Pisac market, we will arrive to the colorful market, where we will have free time to interact with the local craftsmen or to purchase their hand-made souvenirs.

Around lunchtime, we will stop in Urubamba town, the capital of the Sacred Valley, to feast on local cuisine, before heading further into the Sacred Valley. We’ll stop at a chicheria along the way, where you can sample the local drink chicha (corn beer).

We will continue our Sacred Valley tour with a visit to the attractive town of Inca origin with remarkable channels and stone streets; we will visit the nearby archaeological site Ollantaytambo, In its high part one rises to an impressive ceremonial center of cult to the water and a fortress that guarded the access to the inferior part of the valley, for insight into the Incan past and magnificent views. Once here, we will set out on foot to go beyond the traditional sites and explore smaller ancient streets.

Finally, a quick stop at the Quechua village of Chinchero on the way back to Cusco.

Then, we will return to Cusco, arriving at approximately 18:45 hrs.

At your arrival to Cusco, we will meet and transfer to your selected hotel.

END OF OUR SERVICES.

WHAT IS INCLUDED:

• Hotel Transfer.
• Sacred Valley tour.
• Touristic transportation for the tour.
• Admission ticket.
• Professional speaking guide (English/Spanish).
• Personal assistance.
• 1 bottle of water.

WHAT IS NOT INCLUDED:

• FLIGHTS: International or Domestic air tickets.
• Entrances.
•  Accommodations.
• Airport taxes and tips for the staff.
• Meal: Lunch and dinner, beverages not specified in the itinerary, you must consider a budget of US$10 to US$20 for each meal.
•  Personal care items.
•  Other services not specified in the program.

IMPORTANT:

•  Prices with hotel accommodation based in double occupancy.
•  For Machu Picchu tour, on your arrival to Cusco, we will give you a pre-travel talk (briefing) of the city and of the tour in your hotel; the time will be confirmed on your arrival.

RECOMMENDED THINGS TO TAKE:

For this tour, you will need to wear light shoes or slippers or tennis, mineral water one liter (drink plenty of fluids in excursions), rain gear or poncho (plastic long poncho in the rainy season, can  purchase in Cusco), warm jacket or fleece and wind coot, t-shirts, shorts or long pants, sun hat and wool hat, sun block, garbage bag, camera, extra film and extra batteries for your camera, snacks, chocolates, energy bars, a light backpack, Carry currency in small denominations dollars or soles, Sunglasses, plastic bags, Medicine if you use.

PAYMENT DETAILS:

For the Sacred Valley tour, we require a Prepayment (50%) of the total. The deposit can be send by a WESTERN UNION or to our BANK ACCOUNT money transfer. This is the fastest and most secure form of payment in Peru. Once you arrive in Cusco you must pay the remaining balance in cash prior to beginning your tour. We accept both US Dollars and Peruvian Soles (local currency).

NOTE: We can assist you to purchase your flight tickets from Lima to Cusco.

We are happy to customize your trip. You may combine the existing packages with your desires to create your perfect itinerary. Alternatively, complete the form below with your requests, giving us as much detail as possible and we will provide a tailor made itinerary.

OVERVIEW:

The Sacred Valley of the Incas Tour is a Perfect for those looking to experience the region’s archeological and cultural treasures in a short amount of time.

Don’t miss the opportunity to hop on a day tour from Cusco to see life beyond the city. One of our favorite spots to show off is the Sacred Valley, a hugely important region during the Inca Empire. Centred around the Urubamba River, the Sacred Valley is home to ancient Incan citadels, scientific stations and villages like Pisac, our first stop on this Sacred Valley tour.

At the heart of the Sacred Valley, Pisac is an ideal place to see Andean life up close. Home to a bustling craft market where the barter system is still an accepted method for buying goods, it’s a great spot to explore the market and test your bartering skills before heading out of town to a smaller community, the beautiful village of Ollantaytambo and the small village of Chinchero located high up in the mountains.

As you go, be sure to take in the spectacular landscape of the region. Communities in this area are still living in a very traditional way, cultivating wheat, potatoes, corn, beans, and quinoa, to name a few. The region is home to 3,000 varieties of potatoes, which are essential to the local Andean cuisine.

Explore the Sacred Valley of the Incas with FINDERS PERU, for some consult contact us.

• TIMING: Full Day.
• Starting Point: Pick up at centrally located hotels in Cusco.
• Finishing Point: Drop off at centrally located hotels in Cusco.

WHAT IS INCLUDED:

• Hotel Transfer.
• Sacred Valley tour.
• Touristic transportation for the tour.
• Admission ticket.
• Professional speaking guide (English/Spanish).
• Personal assistance.
• 1 bottle of water.

WHAT IS NOT INCLUDED:

• FLIGHTS: International or Domestic air tickets.
• Entrances.
•  Accommodations.
• Airport taxes and tips for the staff.
• Meal: Lunch and dinner, beverages not specified in the itinerary, you must consider a budget of US$10 to US$20 for each meal.
•  Personal care items.
•  Other services not specified in the program.

IMPORTANT:

•  Prices with hotel accommodation based in double occupancy.
•  For Machu Picchu tour, on your arrival to Cusco, we will give you a pre-travel talk (briefing) of the city and of the tour in your hotel; the time will be confirmed on your arrival.

RECOMMENDED THINGS TO TAKE:

For this tour, you will need to wear light shoes or slippers or tennis, mineral water one liter (drink plenty of fluids in excursions), rain gear or poncho (plastic long poncho in the rainy season, can  purchase in Cusco), warm jacket or fleece and wind coot, t-shirts, shorts or long pants, sun hat and wool hat, sun block, garbage bag, camera, extra film and extra batteries for your camera, snacks, chocolates, energy bars, a light backpack, Carry currency in small denominations dollars or soles, Sunglasses, plastic bags, Medicine if you use.

PAYMENT DETAILS:

For the Sacred Valley tour, we require a Prepayment (50%) of the total. The deposit can be send by a WESTERN UNION or to our BANK ACCOUNT money transfer. This is the fastest and most secure form of payment in Peru. Once you arrive in Cusco you must pay the remaining balance in cash prior to beginning your tour. We accept both US Dollars and Peruvian Soles (local currency).

NOTE: We can assist you to purchase your flight tickets from Lima to Cusco.

We are happy to customize your trip. You may combine the existing packages with your desires to create your perfect itinerary. Alternatively, complete the form below with your requests, giving us as much detail as possible and we will provide a tailor made itinerary.

OVERVIEW:

South Valley of Cusco tour is a Perfect for those looking to experience the region’s archeological and cultural treasures in a short amount of time, wonderful Inca site of Tipon.

The south of Cusco was a very important place for the development of the Inca Empire.
The people of this area called the Marcavalle were the first people in Cusco 1000 years before the birth of Christ.

The people who now occupy the area of San Geronimo have helped the area hugely in the development of hydraulic engineering.

Here, just south of Cusco, you will see many Inca archaeological sites.

• TIMING: Half Day.
• Starting Point: Pick up at centrally located hotels in Cusco.
• Finishing Point: Drop off at centrally located hotels in Cusco.

SOUTHERN VALLEY TOUR: TIPON – PIKILLACTA and ANDAHUAYLILLAS.

We will pick you up from the Hotel at 08:30am. to drive past San Geronimo to Tipon, visiting these incredible places in the southern of Cusco.
Here, we will see the colonial home of Marques Valleumbrocio. We will then continue to the Inca ruins of Tipon. Considered one of the most important ruins, it lies about 23km south of Cusco.

Moving on, we will visit the Oropesa town which is famous for Chutas bread.

TIPON: is said to be a royal garden commissioned by Wiracocha. It is one of the most elaborate examples of agricultural terracing created by the Incas. These tall terraces which run up the narrow valley are irrigated by an aqueduct from Pachatusan, the mountain above the site. In addition to the terracing there are also some other structures at Tipon, including baths, a temple complex, canals and aqueducts. Tipon is definitely one of the lesser visited sites in the Cusco area but it is equally as impressive as those in the Sacred Valley. The Tipon Archeological Complex is located 24 km southeast of Cusco.

PIKILLAQTA: is the only pre-Inca site in the Cusco area. This adobe complex was built around 700 to 900 years AD by the Wari Culture, in the area, there is a small Inca site just a short walk from Pikillacta, known as Rumicolca, a travel checkpoint for the Incas.

ANDAHUAYLILLAS: Here you find the «Sixtine Chapel of Peru», a church that is home to golden altars, paintings and many colored ceilings. The chapel is simple and unassuming on the outside, but on the inside you’ll find masterpiece after masterpiece. Also, some paintings from famous “Escuela Cusqueña” can be appreciated.
On the return, pass Saylla typical Cusco where people can enjoy the delicious pork chicharrones, or roasted ginea pig (optional).

After the tour, we are going back to Cusco for approximately at 14:00 hrs.

At you arrival to Cusco, we will meet and transfer you to your selected hotel.

END OF OUR SERVICES.

WHAT IS INCLUDED:

• Hotel Transfer.
• South Valley tour.
•  Touristic transportation for the tour.
• Admission ticket.
• Professional speaking guide (English/Spanish).
• Personal assistance.
•  1 bottle of water.

WHAT IS NOT INCLUDED:

• FLIGHTS: International or Domestic air tickets.
• Entrances
• Accommodations.
• Airport taxes and tips for the staff.
• Meal: Lunch and dinner, beverages not specified in the itinerary, you must consider a budget of US$10 to US$20 for each meal.
• Personal care items.
• Other services not specified in the program.

IMPORTANT:

• Prices with hotel accommodation based in double occupancy.
•  For Machu Picchu tour, on your arrival to Cusco, we will give you a pre-travel talk (briefing) of the city and of the tour in your hotel; the time will be confirmed on your arrival.

RECOMMENDED THINGS TO TAKE:

For this tour, you will need to wear light shoes or slippers or tennis, mineral water one liter (drink plenty of fluids in excursions), jacket or fleece and wind coot, t-shirts, shorts or long pants, sun hat and wool hat, sun block, garbage bag, camera, extra film and extra batteries for your camera, snacks, chocolates, energy bars, a light backpack, Carry currency in small denominations dollars or soles, Sunglasses, plastic bags, Medicine if you use.

PAYMENT DETAILS:

For the Sacred Valley tour, we require a Prepayment (50%) of the total. The deposit can be send by a WESTERN UNION or to our BANK ACCOUNT money transfer. This is the fastest and most secure form of payment in Peru. Once you arrive in Cusco you must pay the remaining balance in cash prior to beginning your tour. We accept both US Dollars and Peruvian Soles (local currency).

NOTE: We can assist you to purchase your flight tickets from Lima to Cusco.

We are happy to customize your trip. You may combine the existing packages with your desires to create your perfect itinerary. Alternatively, complete the form below with your requests, giving us as much detail as possible and we will provide a tailor made itinerary.

OVERVIEW:

Maras, Moray and Salt Mine tour is a Perfect for those looking to experience the region’s archeological and cultural treasures in a short amount of time.

This is a short trip that sees the most important ruins on the highlands between Cusco and the Urubamba valley with a constant view of snowcapped mountains on the other side of the valley.

We travel over gentle green hills and pass through small picturesque towns.

• TIMING: Half Day.
• Starting Point: Pick up at centrally located hotels in Cusco.
• Finishing Point: Drop off at centrally located hotels in Cusco.

MARAS – MORAY AND SALINERAS TOUR.

We will pick up from your hotel at approximately 08:30am. by private car to we will drive towards to Moray.

We will arrive at the Archaeological Park of Moray, where you stay for about 20 minutes to enjoy the beauty of nature and the unusual Inca terraces. This part of the tour is very attractive because of its rolling hills.

Continuing our trip, you arrive at the village of Maras.

After our ride in Maras, you will feel the peace of the Andean countryside and enjoy your freedom.

You continue your ride to the terraces of salt pans below Maras, where we end our magnificent tour at approximately 14:00 hrs. Your vehicle will be there to take you back to your hotel in Cusco or the Sacred Valley.

MORAY, a further breathtaking 20 kms drive with the beautiful snowcapped Chicon and Veronica mountains in the Cordillera Vilcanota as a backdrop we continue through to Moray.

In Moray we will visit “the Inca agricultural greenhouse or laboratory”, consisting of four platforms amphitheater style or. Has a depth of 150 meters, the overlapping concentric circular stone rings widen as they rise. It was an experimental place to study the adaptation of plants to new ecosystems.

MARAS AND SALINERAS (SALT MINE).
Located 7 miles from Moray at altitude of 3, 380m is a small village, as a model of a miniature city. Famous for its salt mine, made up of about 3000 small wells with an area average size of about 5 ms ². These were already exploited since Inca times as a means of economic exchange and securities. Very interesting to see how the salt is recovered from these mines and the lives of those who work here.

The salt mine, it´s consisting of platforms based on pools of salt water that comes from Pre Inca, Inca, Colonial and contemporary, today the people of Maras continue to work on the exploitation of salt.

This place becomes a prime attraction for the tourists. When we finish the tour, we are going to come back to Cusco.

At your arrival to Cusco, we will meet and transfer to you to your selected hotel.

END OF OUR SERVICES.

WHAT IS INCLUDED:

• Hotel Transfer.
• Maras Moray, Salt mine tour.
• Touristic transportation for the tour.
• Admission ticket.
•  Professional speaking guide (English/Spanish).
• Personal assistance.
•  1 bottle of water

WHAT IS NOT INCLUDED:

• FLIGHTS: International or Domestic air tickets.
• Accommodations.
• Airport taxes and tips for the staff.
• Meal: Lunch and dinner, beverages not specified in the itinerary, you must consider a budget of US$10 to US$20 for each meal.
• Personal care items.
•  Other services not specified in the program.

IMPORTANT:

•  Prices with hotel accommodation based in double occupancy.
• For Machu Picchu tour, on your arrival to Cusco, we will give you a pre-travel talk (briefing) of the city and of the tour in your hotel; the time will be confirmed on your arrival.

RECOMMENDED THINGS TO TAKE:

For this tour, you will need to wear light shoes or slippers or tennis, mineral water one liter (drink plenty of fluids in excursions), jacket or fleece and wind coot, t-shirts, shorts or long pants, sun hat and wool hat, sun block, garbage bag, camera, extra film and extra batteries for your camera, snacks, chocolates, energy bars, a light backpack, Carry currency in small denominations dollars or soles, Sunglasses, plastic bags, Medicine if you use.

PAYMENT DETAILS:

For this tour, we require a Prepayment (50%) of the total. The deposit can be send by a WESTERN UNION or to our BANK ACCOUNT money transfer. This is the fastest and most secure form of payment in Peru. Once you arrive in Cusco you must pay the remaining balance in cash prior to beginning your tour. We accept both US Dollars and Peruvian Soles (local currency).

NOTE: We can assist you to purchase your flight tickets from Lima to Cusco.

We are happy to customize your trip. You may combine the existing packages with your desires to create your perfect itinerary. Alternatively, complete the form below with your requests, giving us as much detail as possible and we will provide a tailor made itinerary.

This Peru mountain bike adventure combines sporting challenges, nature experiences and cultural highlights in a unique way. Explore the Colca Canyon by bike, drive from Lake Titicaca to Machu Picchu, pass through different vegetation zones, experience the Peruvian way of life, and repeatedly come across evidence of a great Inca culture. Well looked after by a local professional bike guide and a local support team, you can master each endeavor with ease and mechanical assistance.

Distance

After a brief stay in Lima, he begins his journey in the «white» city of Arequipa and reaches the Colca Canyon via Chivay. A bus will take you from there to Lake Titicaca where you will continue your tour through Sillustani, the pink city of Lampa, Ayaviri and Sicuani. From Sicuani, drive to Pisac via Andahuaylillas in the Urubamba Valley, following the fertile region to the beautiful Inca-designed settlement of Ollantaytambo. A grand final stage leads from the Abra Malaga Pass to Santa Teresa at the foot of Machu Picchu.

Cultural highlights

In your waypoints you will get to know the great cultural landmarks of Peru: colonial Arequipa, the life of the Uru Indians on their floating islands in Lake Titicaca and the funeral towers of Sillustani. The Inca-era sanctuaries in Pisac and Cusco are impressive. From Aguas Caliente you will visit the «lost city» of Machu Picchu and walk in the footsteps of the Incas. Officially rediscovered in 1911, it is now one of the symbols of Peru and one of the new seven wonders of the modern world.

Colca Canyon and Lake Titicaca Nature Experience

Unique experiences in nature complete the variety of your trip: The Colca Canyon, the second deepest gorge on earth, is as impressive as the immensity of the resplendent turquoise Lake Titicaca. The interplay between arid nature and fertile landscape, snow-capped Andean peaks and subtropical regions not only offers variety for the eyes.

Day 1: Arrival in Arequipa

You left Germany the night before and flew to Arequipa via Lima. If you have booked the flight and the transfer through findersperu, an employee of our local partner will be waiting for you at the Arequipa Airport for the transfer to the hotel. If you arrive on your own, taxis are available for the short journey. At 13:00 meeting point in the lobby with your tour guide for the next 2 weeks. Then we went out on foot to explore. Arequipa, the magnificent colonial city built with white tuff, is framed by mighty volcanic cones. Among them the Nevado Chachani of 6076 m high, covered for the most part by a layer of snow. Together they will visit the Cathedral of Arequipa, which is unique for its façade, and the monastic city of Santa Catalina. The Church of the Company combines mestizo and baroque architectural styles. At dinner together there is time to get to know each other better. [-/-/TO]

Day 2: Bike Check Tour around Arequipa

After breakfast, the first departure of our mountain bike tour through Peru takes us from Arequipa to the Yura Valley on the west slope of Chachani, 6075 meters above sea level, the town of the same name – known for its hot springs – is the destination. of the tour, used mainly for acclimatization. The length of the route is therefore flexibly adapted to the group before cycling back to Arequipa. Dinner and hotel accommodation. [–/–/D]

Day 3: Arequipa – Chivay

After a hearty breakfast, our mountain bike adventure in Peru begins. We are well looked after, a local guide offers additional support and a support vehicle looks after the group throughout the tour. From Arequipa you go continuously, partly by paved secondary roads on the flat pampas, to the Patapampa Pass at 4900 meters above sea level, to get used to the altitude, part of the route is done by bus. A wonderful descent takes us to Chivay at 3660m, the charming town at the foot of the Patapampa Pass is a popular destination for many tourists and the starting point for visiting the Colca Canyon. The city’s hot springs provide a break for tired legs. Hotel night in Chivay. [B/L/D]
about 60 km, 650 hm↑ 1300 hm↓

Day 4: Colca Canyon

From the town of Chivay, the vehicles take you through the towns of Yanque and Maca to the Colca Canyon, which at 1,200 meters deep is the second deepest canyon in the world after the Tara Canyon in Montenegro. Once at the top, the “Cruz del Cóndor” viewpoint rewards you with unique views. You may be lucky and see one of the majestic birds. Now is the return to Chivay by bicycle on a wonderful route at the top of the canyon. Hotel night in Chivay [B/L/D]
approximately 50 km, 950 m elevation gain↑ 750 m elevation gain↓

Day 5: Panoramic trip to Lake Titicaca

After the first three days of driving, you can expect a scenic bus ride that will take you from Chivay to Puno via Cruz Alto (6hrs / 280km). You move into the rooms of your hotel, which is located in the center of Puno. In the afternoon, visit the floating islands of the Uru Indians by motorboat. [D/–/C]

Day 6: Puno – Lampa

After a short bus ride, you will marvel at the Chullpas de Sillustani, funerary towers of the Collca and Inca, on the highest navigable body of water on earth. Well rested, we get back on our bikes and cycle along a relatively flat route to Lampa. The sleepy town is popularly known as the «Pink City» because it was built of bright pink tuff. The overnight stay takes place in an old hacienda on site. [B/L/D]
about 65 km 150 hm↑ 100 hm↓

Day 7: Lampa – Ayaviri

The stage of the king takes us along a lonely stretch towards the virgin interior. Along a dirt road, we pass small settlements to our destination today, the two double passes up to 4600m. We will then be rewarded with a wonderful descent past the famous Puya Raimondis, which can be up to ten meters high and grow into the imposing landscape of the Tinajan Canyon. Now Ayaviri, today’s destination, is not far away. Accommodation in a simple hotel. [B/L/D]
approximately 90 km, 1100 m of elevation gain↑↓

Day 8: Ayaviri – Sicuani

Today starts with a transfer away from the main line. We start at an altitude of about 4300 meters. In a pleasant climb we reach today’s pass at 4550 meters. Now begins a fantastic descent, passing herds of llamas and alpacas and colorful cornfields to Laguna Langullayoc. Along the shore of the lake it goes up to the main street. From here we let you roll comfortably to our small hotel in Sicuani. [B/L/D]
about 80km, 850hm↑↓

Day 9: Sicuani – Andahuaylillas

This stage takes you through a beautiful and flat stretch towards the Sacred Valley. The Temple of Raqchi, one of the most important archaeological sites in Peru, is a welcome tourist stop. After a short ascent to the port, the route continues along a paved side road with wonderful views of the many lagoons along the way. A short bus transfer takes us to Andahuaylillas, where we admire the «Sistine Chapel of South America». We spend the night in a cozy hacienda in Andahuaylillas. [B/L/D]
about 65 km, 550 hm↑ 700 hm↓

Day 10: Andahuaylillas – Pisac

A short stage takes us from Andahuaylillas to Pisac, an ancient mountain fortress of the Incas in Peru. We visit the historic walls of the impressive settlement on foot and by bike. After a visit to the market we continue towards the Sacred Valley to Urubamba. Spend the night in a hotel. [B/L/D]
about 40km, 200hm↑ 300hm↓

Day 11: Pisac – Ollantaytambo

A small transfer takes us today to Chinchero. A wonderful place known for its textile crafts. After sightseeing, a scenic route takes us past the huge Inca greenhouses in Moray and back into the fertile Urubamba Valley. In the most beautiful light of the afternoon we arrive at Ollantaytambo. The lively city, whose planning dates back to Inca times, will be explored at night. Your hotel is on the outskirts of the city.
about 50 km, 600 hm↑ 1400 hm↓ [B/L/D].

Day 12: Ollantaytambo – Santa Teresa

A transfer takes us to the Abra Malaga Pass at 4315m Enjoy a 70km long descent in subtropical regions to Santa Maria – 3000m descent from the pass to the village – small contra climbs included! The road winds from the snow-capped mountains of the Andes to the tropical jungle. Pineapple, mango, and papaya plantations line the road and thrive alongside coffee, coca, and tea. The vertiginous descent is followed by a demanding ascent: we ascend a good 700 meters in altitude before reaching the top. From here we ride comfortably downhill to Santa Teresa. An impressive day on the bike comes to an end [B/L/D].
about 100km, 700hm↑ 3500hm↓

Day 13: Hot Waters

The bikes are packed and we march with luggage to the “Hydroelectric” train station for one night. From here the trains leave for Aguas Calientes, 2000 m, at the foot of Machu Picchu, a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. In the lively town you will find a wide variety of restaurants and souvenir shops. A market near the train station invites you to go shopping. Let yourself be enchanted by the hustle and bustle of the little town, perhaps with a coffee in the square. Overnight in a hotel in Aguas Calientes [B/–/D].

Day 14: Machu Picchu

The walk through Machu Picchu early in the morning is quite an experience: you walk in the footsteps of the Incas through the «Lost City», which was only discovered in 1911 and is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the the new seven wonders of the world. In the afternoon return by train to Ollantaytambo and by bus to Cusco. We will spend the night in a hotel a short distance from the city [B/–/D].

Day 15: Cuzco

Following in the footsteps of the Incas, you will visit the fortress of Sacsayhuaman, the aquatic sanctuary of Tambomachay and the amphitheater of Kenqo on a hike above Cusco. In the afternoon there is time for the indigenous market. Street vendors, striking faces, a torrent of colors and impressions complete the day perfectly [B/–/D].

Day 16: Return trip and visit to Lima

The return trip begins with the transfer to the Cusco airport, upon arrival in Lima the welcome and will take you to visit the most beautiful places of the Plaza Mayor. You stay in a comfortable hotel in one of the most beautiful parts of Lima. Come back to enjoy the colorful nightlife of the exciting Pacific metropolis [B/–/–].

Day 17: Farewell to Peru

After breakfast, you will be transferred to the Lima airport. Arrival in your country of origin the next day. [F/-/-]

Included in the price of the trip

• Domestic flight with LATAM, Peruvian, Avianca or similar from Cusco to Lima, baggage allowance 23 kg
• Transfers according to program
• 16 x overnight stays in hotels and pensions in double rooms
• Tickets and guide for sightseeing according to the program.
• Full board on driving days, Puno, Cusco, Aguas Caliente half board
• Support vehicle during driving days.
• Tour management by a local German-speaking DAV Summit Club bike guide
• Additional English speaking local bike guide during riding days.

Also included with us

• Travel medical insurance, including search, rescue and recovery costs, assistance services and travel liability insurance

Number of participants

• 6 – 10 people as cyclists and 6 extras as companions

Travel documents

• Passport (valid for at least 6 months after the end of the trip)

Additional cost

• Tips together approx $150.00
• Transportation of bicycles on the plane about $100.00 each way, to be paid at the airline’s check-in counter

Mountain bike rental: Rental bikes from the

The cost of each bike per day is $30

Bringing your own bike with you on the plane:

If you want to take your own bike with you, you have to pay the cost of about $100 each way at the airline check-in counter.
We will notify you that you will be bringing your bike with you when you book your flight. Since the end of 2018, the payment of the

Changes or deviations from the announced itinerary during the trip are possible at any time due to the nature of our trips. Road conditions, sudden changes in weather, official arbitrariness, difficulties with local transportation, and many other influencing factors mean that the specified itinerary cannot be guaranteed. In this sense, the above announcement only represents the planned itinerary without guaranteeing the exact process in detail.
Please note that at some stages of this trip you will be outside the tourist «fortresses». Accommodation and food are simple and not comparable to those of a metropolis.
Since there is not a bike shop in every city, we recommend that you take the most important spare parts with you.

Requirements

Health and status for routes up to 120 km and 1100 hm uphill. Tours reach up to 4,900 m Maximum sleeping altitude 3,920 m For longer distances, tour duration will be coordinated with the group. The kilometers and meters of altitude indicated refer to the planned route on a mountain bike. Variations in length are possible.