Sacred Valley Bike Tour
Embark on an exciting adventure with our Sacred Valley Bike Tour, exploring the fascinating archaeological sites of Maras and Moray. Pedal through impressive Andean landscapes, ancestral agricultural terraces and the mystical salt mines while our expert guides reveal the secrets of the Inca civilization. This tour includes professional equipment, transportation and an energizing snack so you can enjoy the experience to the fullest.
Highlights
Departure from Cusco with pickup at your hotel and transfer to the Cruz Pata sector, starting point of the tour.
45-minute scenic journey before beginning the bicycle adventure.
Tour through picturesque Andean villages with ancestral customs and local hospitality.
Visit to Moray, Inca archaeological complex with circular terraces that functioned as an agricultural laboratory.
Descent to Maras to discover the famous salt mines with more than 4,500 salt pools active since pre-Inca times.
Return to Cusco from Urubamba, arriving around 6:00 pm.
Experience that combines nature, physical activity, culture and history in a single day.
Travel Itinerary
Embark on an extraordinary adventure with our Sacred Valley of the Incas bike tour, a unique experience that combines nature, history, and adrenaline all in one day from Cusco.
Beginning of the Adventure
We will pick you up from your hotel at the scheduled time to transfer you to the base area of Cruz Pata, the starting point of our exciting cycling journey. After a comfortable 45-minute ride, you’ll be ready to pedal through breathtaking Andean landscapes.
Discovering Inca Wonders
During our Sacred Valley of the Incas bike tour, you will pass through picturesque traditional villages where you can observe the authentic lives of local inhabitants, their ancestral customs, and their warm hospitality.After approximately 90 minutes of cycling through spectacular scenery, we will arrive at Moray, a masterpiece of Inca engineering. This fascinating archaeological complex features concentric circular terraces that functioned as an agricultural laboratory. Here, the Incas ingeniously used the different microclimates created between the upper and lower levels to experiment with various Andean crops.
Maras Salt Mines: Andean Treasure
Continuing with our Sacred Valley bike excursion, we will descend to the town of Maras to visit its impressive salt mines. This extraordinary complex has over 4,500 salt ponds distributed across the slopes of the Qaqawiñay mountain, where you can observe salt extraction methods that have remained nearly unchanged since pre-Inca times.
Return to Cusco
To conclude this unforgettable experience, we will head to Urubamba to board our transport back to Cusco, arriving around 6:00 pm with the satisfaction of having enjoyed a day full of discoveries, stunning landscapes, and valuable insights into Inca culture.Book now our Sacred Valley of the Incas bike tour and enjoy an adventure that perfectly combines physical activity, culture, and history in an unparalleled natural environment!
What does it include?
Includes:
- Transportation from Cusco - Cruz Pata
- All Biking equipment (bicycles, helmets, gloves)
- Professional Tour Guide
- Box lunch
- Return transportation to Cusco
Not included
- Entrance to the Salineras de Maras (S/ 20.00 soles)
- Entrance to Moray (Partial Tourist Ticket S/ 70.00 soles)
- Tips
- Extra money
We recommend to bring:
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Water bottle
- Extra money
- Rainproof clothing or ponchos (according to the season)
Important:
Info: Tourist Ticket
We do not include tickets to the Inca ruins because we recommend purchasing the General Tourist Ticket, which is valid for 10 days and covers entry to many museums in Cusco and most archaeological sites in Cusco and the Sacred Valley. A Student Tourist Ticket costs S/ 70.00 soles for students with a valid ISIC card and for Peruvian citizens in general; it is also valid for 10 days.
This is the best option if you want to visit the archaeological complexes in Cusco and the Sacred Valley during your stay. If you do not need the General Tourist Ticket, you have the option to buy the "Partial Tourist Ticket," which costs S/ 70.00 and is valid for a specific circuit of ruins for one day only.
Frequently Asked Questions
It is not necessary to be an expert cyclist, as the route is designed for people with basic physical condition. Our guides will provide you with instructions and accompaniment at all times.
The tour includes round trip transportation from Cusco, professional bicycle and helmet, specialized guide, entrance to the archaeological sites and an energy snack.
The dry season (April to October) is ideal, as it offers clear skies and trails in better conditions. However, the tour is available year-round with the proper equipment.
