About this experience
This route is perfect for trekking and biking. This rarely visited area gives travelers an insight into the real lives of the Andean communities. From the Abra of Lares (4470 mt), we descend to the depths of the sacred valley, enjoying the amazing landscapes, flora and fauna. You’ll have the chance to see thatched stone houses surrounded by herds of alpacas and llamas.
At a glance
- Duration: 12 hr
Plan your experience
Set aside 12 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- We recommend to bring: Ssmall backpack, suncream, sunglasses, cap or hat, camera, sport clothing, rain coat
What is included
- Helmet, gloves and knee pads
- Bus service round trip
- First aid kit
- Professional bicycle with suspension SCOTT
- Typical lunch
- Professional guide specialist in down hill biking
- A professional guide
- Briefing the evening before the trip in our office, explaining all tour details
Not included
- Mineral Water
- Extra money
- Tips (optional)
Itinerary and highlights
This exciting tour begins when we pick travelers up at around 6.00am. Then we'll travel for 1 hr by bus until reaching the quiet town of Calca. After a break, the journey continues to the highest point, the Abra of Lares (4470 mt) and around 10.30am we'll start the departure with our mountain bikes accompanied by a guide.
These isolated highlands, covered only with straw (andean grass), and the snow capped mountains give you such a special feeling. The scenery turns into a canyon, along the way, travelers will see alpacas, vicuñas y llamas, small villages, farms and livestock. We'll also visit some “chulpas” (pre-inca ruins), which are an evidence of the importance of this place. In this area we'll enjoy a typical lunch.
After a short break we will continue our biking tour until arriving at the hot water springs called “Machacancha”. Later we'll continue for 1hr back to the village of Calca, where our private transportation will take us back to Cusco, arriving around 7:30pm.
Meeting and pickup information
- wait at the hotel reception
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Conde Travel
Accessibility and practical details
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- We recommend to bring: Ssmall backpack, suncream, sunglasses, cap or hat, camera, sport clothing, rain coat
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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