Trip to Peru: cycling and trekking through the Sacred Valley of the Incas

by Bikefriendly
Region
cusco and the sacred valley of the incas
Duration
11 days
Guided Status
Guided
Difficulty
Low Level Sports
D-Score™
D1 - Beginner Friendly

Overview

This trip through Peru will take you to explore the cultural and natural wealth of the Andean region, visiting some of the most emblematic destinations in the country.The adventure begins in Cusco, the ancient capital of the Inca Empire, From Cusco, you will transfer to the picturesque town of Pisac , famous for its artisan market and the impressive Inca agricultural terraces.The ruins of Pisac will show you the Inca ingenuity in the construction of terraces and irrigation systems, The Incas' Sacred Valley will include two exciting bike routes. The first route will take you from Lamay to Pisac, a journey that will allow you to enjoy spectacular landscapes.The second bicycle route will take you through the area of Maras and Moray, The trip will culminate with the trekking of the Inca Trail entering Machu Picchu through the Sun Gate. Finally, the trip will end with a walk to the Mountain of Seven Colors (Vinicunca), a natural wonder whose slopes are dyed in vibrant colors due to the mineral composition of the soil. Bikefriendly offers you a new solidarity adventure. A trip with soul in which we will take you to Peru to discover another reality and other ways of living and feeling hand in hand with the Aldea Yanapay educational project.

Daily Ride Schedule

Day 1: Arrival in Cusco

Arrival in Cusco

Day 2: Visit to Cusco

Visit to Cusco

Day 3: Visit Cusco

Visit Cusco

Day 4: Route 1 Bicycle: Lamay - Pisac and visit to the Yanapay Village Project

18 km 100 m

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Route 1 Bicycle: Lamay - Pisac and visit to the Yanapay Village Project

Day 5: Trekking: Piuray Lagoon - Huchuy Qosqo and Sauna with Flowering Bath

17 km 570 m

D1

Trekking: Piuray Lagoon - Huchuy Qosqo and Sauna with Flowering Bath

Day 6: Bike route 2: Moray - Salineras de Maras

22 km 300 m

D1

Bike route 2: Moray - Salineras de Maras

Day 7: Visit to the Lamay weavers and the Ale environmental project

Visit to the Lamay weavers and the Ale environmental project

Day 8: Extra Activity: Trekking: The Inca Trail - Machu Picchu

17 km 760 m

D1

Extra Activity: Trekking: The Inca Trail - Machu Picchu

Day 9: Trekking to Huayna Picchu and visit to the citadel of Machu Picchu

4 km 60 m

D1

Trekking to Huayna Picchu and visit to the citadel of Machu Picchu

Day 10: Trekking: visit to the Mountain of Seven Colors and Show Cooking

7 km 370 m

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Trekking: visit to the Mountain of Seven Colors and Show Cooking

Day 11: Coming home...

Coming home...

Accommodation & Services

Accommodation

Hotel

What's Included

Catering services
Accommodation arrangements
Bike rental
Mechanical support
Support vehicle following all rides

About the cusco and the sacred valley of the incas

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