Machu Picchu by Bike

9 Days / 8 Nights

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Trip Oct 5 - Oct 13, 2026
Price per Person USD 1650
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Trip Nov 14 - Nov 22, 2026
Price per Person USD 1650
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Trip Dec 26, 2026 - Jan 3, 2027
Price per Person USD 1950
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Trip Apr 19 - Apr 27, 2027
Price per Person USD 1650
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Trip Jun 19 - Jun 27, 2027
Price per Person USD 1750
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Optional Add-ons
Single room + USD 400
Electric bike + USD 200

Note: Prices are based on double or matrimonial room accommodation. Please inquire about single rooms.

What Will We Experience During Our Ride?

  • We will travel through the majestic Andes Mountains until we reach the lush low jungle of Cusco, enjoying every change in climate and landscape.
  • You will feel the excitement of biking through major archaeological sites such as Saqsayhuaman and Tambomachay, where history and nature come together.
  • We will relax in the hot springs of Cocalmayo and Pacchanta, the perfect break among mountains and stars.
  • You will experience the magic of Machu Picchu, one of the wonders of the world, in a way that will leave you breathless.
  • We will climb up to 4,700 meters above sea level to discover the Seven Turquoise Lakes of the Ausangate snow-capped mountain, a dreamlike natural spectacle.
  • We will visit the famous Rainbow Mountain and descend by bike through breathtaking Andean landscapes.
  • We will walk alongside the Vilcanota River, following its waters until we reach Machu Picchu once again.

Itinerary

Day 1

Welcome to Cusco and Briefing

Our team will be waiting for you at the airport to transfer you to your hotel in Cusco. In the evening, we will have a briefing and hand out the welcome kits.

Day 2

Cusco City Tour by Bike

We will ride by bike from the town of Salkantay, located 45 minutes away by car, passing through the archaeological sites of Saqsayhuaman and Tambomachay. Then, we will descend toward the southern part of Cusco to enjoy lunch at El Mariscal cevichería, where we will taste delicious Peruvian ceviche. Afterward, we will be transferred to Urubamba, in the Sacred Valley of the Incas, where we will spend the night.

Day 3

Abra Yanamayo to Ocobamba and Quillabamba

Early in the morning, after breakfast, our vehicle will take us to Abra Yanamayo, passing through Ollantaytambo. From there, we will descend by bike from the Andes into the cloud forest, riding approximately 70 kilometers. We will have lunch in Ocobamba and continue by car until we reach Quillabamba, where we will spend the night in a beautiful lodge.

Day 4

Abra Yanay – Santa Teresa

On this day, we will enjoy a coffee presentation, where we will learn about the different varieties and production processes. We will ride through the jungle of Quillabamba, passing fruit trees and coffee and cacao plantations. We will visit Yanay Waterfall and continue our route to Mandor. Then, we will continue by car to Santa Teresa, where we will have lunch. At night, we will relax in the thermal pools of Cocalmayo. We will rest in Santa Teresa.

Day 5

Hike from Hidroelectrica and Visit to Machu Picchu

In the morning, we will depart by car toward the starting point of our hike: Hidroelectrica. We will walk approximately 9 kilometers until we reach Aguas Calientes. After lunch, our guide will take you to the bus station to go up to Machu Picchu, where we will enjoy a two-hour guided tour. We will return by the same route by car and then take our train to Ollantaytambo, where our vehicle will be waiting to transfer us to Cusco. We will rest in Cusco.

Day 6

Free Day in Cusco

Take a break and explore the city at your own pace. Relax, walk through its streets, enjoy the local cuisine, or visit new places on your own.

Day 7

Rainbow Mountain by Bike

Very early in the morning, our vehicle will pick you up and transfer you to the base of Rainbow Mountain. From this point, we will hike up to the summit, where you will be able to take stunning panoramic photos. On the way back, our team will have the bikes ready so we can descend through mountains and beautiful landscapes until we reach the community of Pitumarca. We will have lunch along the way and continue to Pacchanta. At night, we will enjoy its hot springs while admiring the stars. We will spend the night in Pacchanta.

Day 8

Ausangate and the Seven Lakes by Bike

In the morning, we will get ready to explore the Seven Lakes of Ausangate. We will bike up to 4,700 meters above sea level. At the top, we will see the first two turquoise lakes at the foot of the Ausangate snow-capped mountain. Then, we will descend through the remaining lakes, making several stops to admire the magical landscapes. We will descend until we reach the community of Pacchanta. At night, we will have our farewell dinner in Cusco, where we will say goodbye and share our experience with the entire team.

Day 9

Transfer to the Airport

Depending on your flight schedule, we will transfer you to the Cusco airport for your return.

What’s Included?

Includes:

Logistics and Transfers

  • Transfer from the airport to your hotel and vice versa.
  • Transfer from the hotel to the starting point of the tour.
  • Train transportation (return only) and bus transportation (round trip) for Machu Picchu.
  • Specialized cycling guide.
  • Assistant guide.

Accommodation and Meals

  • Daily breakfast at hotels.
  • Lunch included each day.
  • 8 nights of accommodation in hotels in Urubamba, Quillabamba, Santa Teresa, and Cusco. Accommodation in a double or matrimonial room; please inquire about single room availability.
  • Meals during mountain activities and at the Seven Lakes.

Experiences and Activities

  • Entrance tickets to visit Machu Picchu.
  • Entrance tickets to Rainbow Mountain.
  • Entrance tickets to the Seven Lakes of Ausangate.
  • Entrance ticket to Humantay Lake.

Gear and Equipment

  • Trek Marlin 7 mountain bike or similar.
  • Protective gear: full-face helmet, knee pads, and gloves.
  • First aid kit.

Not Included:

  • Dinners.
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Amazing MTB tour of Maras- Moray. We had an amazing one-day MTB tour of the Sacred Valley and Maras Moray with Explorinka. The guides were friendly, knowledgeable and professional and the views of the hillsides and villages were absolutely stunning. Highly recommend Explorinka for anyone looking for a unique, authentic adventure!
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Amazing Maras-Moray tour on MTB! We absolutely loved our one-day MTB tour of Maras Moray. Not only did we get to explore the two sites, we also got to ride through breathtaking fields, hillsides and villages. We were accompanied by two excellent guides and were impressed by their knowledge of the area and their ability to adapt the tour to our group which had various levels of riders. This is truly the best way to get to know the Sacred Valley!
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Magestic views, fun descents I was in Peru with my family—traveling the world for a year. We are avid riders from Vancouver Island British Columbia. I decided to go on 3 rides—each separated by a couple of days. Erick was a great guide and took me down some flowy descents with wide open vistas, a few sections of tech, just enough to keep one interested! Jump options on the Cusco rides, a couple little drops, perfect for someone who rides blacks and double blacks at home but wants to keep it safe while experiencing the wonder of the sacred valley. I rode a hightower which was perfect for me. The van picked me up and dropped me right from home. Even the shuttles up bring unreal views. A bit wet this time of year but the dirt is perfect for traction and you can open it up, and the lands are so lush and green.
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La mejor experiencia de nuestras vidas hasta el momento Renato y Johan fueron los guías perfectos para nuestra experiencia en Montaña Palcoyo y city tour en E-Bike la calidez profesionalismo y disposición hicieron de nuestra experiencia la mejor de nuestras vidas hasta el momento, la paciencia y que hubo y la información que nos daban acerca de cada lugar que visitábamos destaca entre otras agencias que contratamos por lo que recomiendo ampliamente reservar con Renato, siempre al pendiente de nuestra salud y diversión, Johan oportunamente supo lidiar con el mal que me provocó la altura haciendo del tour lo más perfecto posible los paisajes por los que paseamos en bici parecían sacados de películas, no nos queda más que agradecer por tan grata experiencia .
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Increíble ebiking en familia por el Valle Sagrado Una gran experiencia! Desde las 9am en que nos recogieron del hotel hasta las 17hs ya de vuelta todo fue placentero y seguro. Increíble experiencia.
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Wonderful 14-days MTB trip with a warm and professionnal team! Wonderful 14-day MTB trip in the Sacred Valley, Cusco surroundings, and the Ausangate. It was the experience of a lifetime, and this is largely thanks to the extraordinary team of Explorinka. Erick organized the tour according to our wishes, providing good suggestions. He took care of all our needs and unforeseeable conditions, in order to offer the most suitable experience. And what a rider in addition! 🚴‍♀️ Miguel is an incredible guide and mechanic, able to lead us up to our limits on the most demanding DH I ever did, and to repair even the worse wreckings on the trail using his magic tricks👩‍🔧. And Yohan is an extremely competent assistant and driver, capable of dropping us the closest to every trail departure, despite the difficult mountain roads 🛺. Overall, an unforgettable experience for which I heartily thank explorinka. **If you're looking for the same, seek no further! 👍**
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14 days riding in the region of Cusco We had the most fun trip to Cusco with Explorinka. 14 days of mountain biking and guided tours through the different landscapes of the Cusco region. From landing at Cusco airport until our departure, the trio Erick, Miguel and Johan provided us with incredible and very friendly service. Always attentive and ready to make changes according to your needs, the weather or even fatigue. They adapt to all situations, even the most complex. The equipment is of very good quality. They can repair any broken bike and allow you to continue enjoying your vacation. They are also excellent tour guides, which allows you to visit Peru while having fun on the trails. If you are looking to visit Peru in a less conventional way, you will not be disappointed with Explorinka. It is not just a business, but passionate peoples. A big thanks to Erick, Miguel and Johan for this unforgettable vacation in Peru.
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The best Mountain Biking trip in the Andes I had an amazing experience with Explorinka. We did 14 days with my brother and a group of friends and Erick was helping us create the trip that fits exactly with our skills and what we wanted to do. To say the least, the guides are lovely and sooo knowledgeable! We had a bunch of mechanicals during the trip and my god, I have never seen anyone being able to repair a wheel that well on a trail. They take care of literally everything, hooked us up with some extremely nice hotels, provided super high end bikes very well maintained and they made sure the trip was just a blast from the moment they picked us up at the airport to the last restaurant with more than a few nice surprises! So if you are looking for an awesome group of guides to go mountain biking in the jaw dropping Andes, look no further. Thanks so much to Erick, Miguel and Johan for bringing us to the best places on earth!
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Perfecto para Padres e Hijos Excelente servicio y atención de los guías, así como la ruta que tomamos. Abel es muy paciente, buena explicación, tiene buena experiencia y es muy agradable Me voy con un buen sabor de boca con el ceviche peruano #1 de Cusco, buen resataurante “El Mariscal” para cerrar un día de aventura con excelente atención y demostración de cómo se prepara el Ceviche
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Memorable ride around Cusco I did a solo ride with Eric to the mountains surrounding Cusco and I have to say it was a memorable experience and a great opportunity to explore the highlands and farms of Cusco with astounding views. Definitely worth it and an experience I will never forget . I would recommend and would definitely do it again if I happen to return in the area. He is very knowledgeable with the trails and bikes were well maintained and excellent . You will be suited with trails according to your skills and ability. The ceviche reward at the end of the ride was a bonus and well deserved. Bravo!

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