Canyons, Condors & Machu Picchu
Peru
12 days (Bike: 10 days)
450 km (~45km per day)
Off-road
Guided
Supported
Arequipa - Puno - Cusco
This recreational cycle tour travels through all the highlights in the Southern Andes of Peru.
Get the chance to see the majestic flight of the Andean Condors over the Colca Canyon, also the second deepest canyon in the world, and then travel to Puno to experience the unique lifestyle of the indigenous people on the islands of Lake Titicaca.
Visit the Sacred Valley of the Incas and Ollantaytambo, before descending into the high jungle behind Cusco to arrive at the citadel of Machu Picchu.
Enjoy the freedom of exploring quiet back-roads with the chance to get off the beaten track and experience local life firsthand.
The security of a dedicated support vehicle gives you the opportunity to take it all in at your own pace and to choose your level of challenge.
Cycling distance averages 40-50kms, with the option for extra riding on most days.
HIGHLIGHTS
Visit Arequipa City and Colonial buildings like the Monastery of Santa Catalina, enhanced by the knowledge of your local guide.
Cycling in Arequipa's country side (Acclimatization to Altitude )
Cycle the Colca Canyon and see the flight of the amazing Condors, one of the largest flying birds in the world.
Puno and Los Uros, the Floating Islands on Lake Titicaca including an overnight homestay with a traditional local family on the Peninsula of Capachica.
Cusco City, the Capital of the old Inca Empire and its historic Buildings.
Cycling along the Sacred Valley of the Incas, enjoying stunning views of the many Inca ruins along the way.
Descend by bike over 2500 metres from the mountain passes into the Cusco jungle.
See the sunrise over the ancient Inca Citadel of Machu Picchu ruins and spend the morning exploring the ruinswith your local guide.
Take the world renowned train journey from Machu Picchu to Ollantaytambo
Explore outside the main tourist routes and get to experience firsthand the people and culture
Tour Information
From
Arequipa
To
Cusco
Cost From
Guided US$ 2945
Departure(s)
August 16, 2021
Single Supplement
$600 USD
Inclusions
11 nights’ accommodation, all breakfasts, 6 dinners and 10 lunches. All entrance fees and activities as indicated in Arequipa(Salinas and Aguada Blanca National Reserve), Puno (Lake Titicaca National Reserve) and Cusco (including Machu Picchu) All local support vans and staff, plus an English speaking tour leader Quality Mountain bike hire, on 24 speed bikes with disc brakes
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