10 days · Cusco · Peru
A 10-day, 9-night mountain bike circuit through the Sacred Valley’s hardest enduro trails, with a rest day for Machu Picchu and a ride to the seven turquoise lagoons of Ausangate, in 3-star hotels throughout.
The trip opens with a city tour of Lima, taking in Huaca Pucllana, the historic center and Miraflores, then moves to Cusco and the Sacred Valley for five enduro days: Maras Moray, Lares-Ancasmarca, Incavalanche and Pumamarca, El Radar, and two trails around Cusco (El Brujo and Yunkaypata).
A full rest-and-sightseeing day covers Machu Picchu by train, followed by a free day in Cusco. The trip closes with a ride to the seven turquoise lagoons of Ausangate, reaching 5,100 meters, and a soak in the Pacchanta hot springs, before the transfer back to the airport.
- Length
- 10 days
- Difficulty
- Demanding
- Guide
- English / Spanish
- Departs
- on request
Itinerary
Day by day
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Day 1
City tour in Lima
- A panoramic tour of Huaca Pucllana, the historic center and Miraflores. Hotel in Lima.
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Day 2
Enduro: Maras Moray
- A 10km technical descent from the Sacro mountain, past the Maras salt mines to Pichingoto. Hotel in Urubamba.
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Day 3
Enduro: Lares and Ancasmarca
- A freeride descent from the Lares pass, then a second circuit at the Ancasmarca archaeological site. Hotel in Urubamba.
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Day 4
Enduro: Incavalanche and Pumamarca
- A technical descent from the Abra Málaga, then a second circuit at the Pumamarca ruins, finishing in Ollantaytambo. Hotel in Urubamba.
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Day 5
Machu Picchu
- A guided visit to Machu Picchu by train from Aguas Calientes, with free time to explore the town. Hotel in Cusco.
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Day 6
Free day
- A rest day to explore Cusco or shop for handicrafts. Hotel in Cusco.
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Day 7
Enduro: Ausangate 7 lagoons
- A climb to the 5,100m Jampa pass, then a descent past the seven turquoise lagoons of Ausangate, finishing with hot springs in Pacchanta. Cabin in Ausangate.
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Day 8
Enduro: El Radar
- A descent from the Cuyuni pass toward the Andahuaylillas valley, with views of Ausangate. Hotel in Cusco.
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Day 9
Enduro: Cusco (El Brujo and Yunkaypata)
- Two trails south of Cusco: El Brujo and Yunkaypata. Hotel in Cusco.
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Day 10
Airport transfer
- Transfer to the airport according to departure time.
What's included
- Professional guide (English and Spanish), with telescope and binoculars
- Cycling guide
- Mountain bike
- Camping equipment
- star accommodation in Urubamba
- Bus and boat transport with safety gear
- Hotel nights on days 1-9
- Round-trip bus to each trailhead
- Breakfast daily, plus lunch and dinner on the Ausangate day
- First aid kit
- Mineral water
Not included
- Lunch (except on the Ausangate day)
- Other services not listed
Know before you go
- Days 2-4 and 8 are enduro trails of intermediate to advanced difficulty, up to 4,400m.
- To book, Explorinka asks for an email to info@explorinka.com (cc operaciones@cuscoperu.com) naming the service, number of travelers, each traveler’s name, passport number, date of birth and height, and the tour date.
- 40% deposit to confirm; the balance is due 15 days before departure. Cancelling 5+ days out refunds 70% of the cost; inside 5 days there is no refund. A cancellation Explorinka makes itself is refunded in full or rescheduled.
- Children are welcome from age 6, always with a parent or guardian riding along, who signs a waiver taking responsibility for them.
Meeting point
Lima airport pickup
Frequently asked
How much does it cost?
US$2,988 per person. The price on the card is the whole price.
How long does it take?
10 days.
What's included?
Professional guide (English and Spanish), with telescope and binoculars, Cycling guide, Mountain bike, Camping equipment, star accommodation in Urubamba, Bus and boat transport with safety gear, and more.
What's not included?
Lunch (except on the Ausangate day), Other services not listed.
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