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Description
Discover Cusco's most renowned mountain biking adventure in the Sacred Valley. This 9-hour full-day tour combines spectacular white mountain landscapes with rich Incan heritage and authentic Andean culture. Your adventure begins with early morning hotel pickup and transport to Cruzpata. After receiving a comprehensive safety briefing and bikes equipped with front suspension, you'll descend through scenic mountain trails past the stunning Huaypo Lake. Your journey includes a guided visit to Moray, a UNESCO-listed archaeological site famous for its impressive concentric circular terraces used by the Incas for agricultural experimentation. Continue through picturesque Andean villages, experiencing local culture firsthand. The tour culminates with an exploration of the historic Maras salt mines, where you'll learn about centuries-old salt extraction methods still practiced by local families. This moderately challenging 17-kilometer biking adventure offers an unforgettable blend of outdoor excitement, historical exploration, and authentic Peruvian culture.
Detailed Itinerary
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Sacred Valley Biking Adventure - Moray to Maras
Begin your mountain biking adventure with early morning hotel pickup in Cusco and transport to Cruzpata. Receive a comprehensive safety briefing and be fitted with a front-suspension mountain bike, helmet, and gloves. Descend through scenic mountain trails past the beautiful Huaypo Lake, observing white mountain landscapes and authentic Andean villages. Reach the UNESCO-listed Moray archaeological site where your guide explains the impressive concentric circular terraces used by the Incas for agricultural experimentation. Continue through traditional villages and then explore the historic Maras salt mines, learning about centuries-old salt extraction methods still practiced by local families. Return by support vehicle to your hotel in Cusco.
Comidas: No meals included
Alojamiento: Not included (day tour)
Distancia: 17 km biking
Dificultad: moderate
Hotel Pickup in Cusco
08:00 AMCruzpata - Bike Orientation
08:45 AMSafety briefing and bike equipment distribution
Mountain Trail Descent - Huaypo Lake
09:00 AMScenic descent through mountain trails past Huaypo Lake
Moray Archaeological Site
11:00 AMUNESCO-listed site with impressive concentric circular terraces. Guided tour of Inca agricultural experimentation site.
Picnic Lunch Stop - Ollantaytambo Village
01:00 PMRest and picnic lunch break in authentic Andean village
Maras Salt Mines
02:30 PMGuided tour of historic Maras salt mines with explanations of centuries-old salt extraction methods
Return to Cusco Hotel
05:00 PMTransport back to hotel in central Cusco
Tour Details
Includes
- Hotel pickup and private transportation
- Bilingual professional guide (English-Spanish)
- Front-suspension mountain bike per participant
- Safety helmet and gloves
- Comprehensive safety briefing
- Repair tools and first aid kit
- Support vehicle for transportation
- Guided visits to Moray archaeological site
- Tour of historic Maras salt mines
Not Included
- Breakfast and lunch
- Tips and gratuities
- Travel insurance
- Additional entrance fees not mentioned
- Personal equipment or gear
- Snacks and beverages




