Biking over the Sacred Valley

You do not need to be an extreme athlete or have years of technical trail experience to enjoy this active cycling ride through the valley. The route is carefully designed to be moderate-to-easy, following wide, flat dirt paths, country roads, and gentle downhill slopes that avoid dangerous rocky drops or high cliffs. If you can ride a standard bicycle on flat pavement, you have all the skills needed to complete this scenic journey safely.

• Wide, non-technical dirt roads make up the majority of our riding paths, ensuring you feel stable and in control.
• A professional support vehicle follows the group closely, meaning you can stop riding and board the vehicle at any point if you feel tired.
• Safety training and bike practice are conducted at our base in Huatata before we start, letting you get used to the brakes and gears.
• Gentle, rolling downhill slopes allow you to glide comfortably through the landscapes with minimal uphill pedaling required.

You can ride with total peace of mind knowing that our equipment meets strict international safety standards and undergoes rigorous safety checks before every departure. We use modern, professional front-suspension mountain bikes equipped with highly responsive disk brakes that work flawlessly on dirt trails. Your safety gear is sanitized thoroughly after every single ride to maintain the highest levels of personal hygiene.

• Front-suspension mountain bikes absorb trail bumps easily, keeping your wrists, shoulders, and back completely comfortable.
• Certified, impact-resistant safety helmets are custom-fit to your head size at the trailhead to guarantee maximum head protection.
• Reinforced cycling gloves are provided to protect your hands, improve your handlebar grip, and prevent blisters on the trail.
• Rigorous mechanical maintenance is performed daily on all gears, tires, chains, and brakes by our certified bicycle mechanics.

You do not have to let high-altitude anxiety keep you from enjoying an outdoor cycling adventure in the spectacular Andes. Our bikes and support vehicles are fully prepared to support you through the tour's peak elevation of 3,751 meters (12,306 feet). Our local guides are wilderness first-aid certified and monitor your breathing and heart rate at every scheduled break.

• A certified medical oxygen tank is kept inside our support vehicle for immediate, high-concentration breathing relief if needed.
• An active support vehicle accompanies us along the entire route, allowing you to sit inside and rest if the altitude makes you feel dizzy.
• A specialized trauma first aid kit is carried by our guide to treat minor scrapes, cuts, or physical altitude symptoms on the trail.
• Continuous hydration breaks are built into the 7.5-mile route to keep your body balanced and prevent altitude fatigue.

You will never have to face surprising extra fees, long public ticket queues, or stressful cash transactions when entering the tourist sites. Your private booking covers 100% of the municipal, communal, and government admission tickets for both the circular terraces of Moray and the Maras Salt Ponds. We purchase all passes in advance so you can walk past the ticket lines and begin exploring immediately.

• Moray agricultural terraces admission is fully covered and pre-arranged by our office before pickup.
• Maras Salt Ponds community entry fees are included, allowing you to view the thousands of historic salt pans up close.
• Express entry bypass means your guide manages all check-in registers, saving you precious time for photos and riding.
• Zero hidden administrative surcharges, ensuring the price you see on your invoice is completely final and transparent.

You will enjoy a highly varied, highly scenic ride across diverse terrain that includes packed dirt, country gravel, and smooth asphalt lanes. The overall physical demand is rated as moderate-to-easy because we have designed the route to follow the natural downward slope of the Andean plains. You will enjoy sweeping panoramic views without having to complete exhausting, steep uphill climbs.

• Packed dirt country roads provide a wide, stable, and traffic-free environment for comfortable group riding.
• A gentle 7.5-mile (12-kilometer) distance offers a perfect balance of active movement and relaxed coasting.
• No technical single-track trails or dangerous rock gardens are included, making this route highly accessible.
• Frequent flat stops at local lagoons and viewpoints let you rest your legs and take beautiful photos.

You will enjoy a high-quality regional lunch at a clean, professional restaurant in the Sacred Valley that meets strict international sanitary standards. We select dining partners who use purified water, fresh organic vegetables, and premium regional ingredients to ensure your meal is safe and delicious. If you have specific dietary needs, we coordinate directly with the head chef to protect your health.

• A delicious local menu highlights fresh valley vegetables, healthy grains like quinoa, and clean proteins.
• Complete customization for dietary needs is available for vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, dairy-free, and nut-allergy diets.
• Vetted food safety standards ensure that all ingredients are washed in purified water and cooked to absolute perfection.
• A beautiful, relaxing valley setting offers the perfect place to sit down, recharge, and talk about your morning ride.

You can share this incredible cycling adventure with your children, provided they have basic, confident bicycle-riding skills and are comfortable on dirt roads. We offer specialized youth safety gear, smaller bike frames, and customized coaching to ensure your family moves at a safe, comfortable speed. If anyone in your family gets tired, they can easily slide into our support vehicle.

• Youth-sized mountain bikes and smaller, adjustable safety helmets are available for younger family members.
• Our patient, encouraging local guides specialize in family groups, keeping the riding speed relaxed and safe.
• The constant presence of the support vehicle provides an instant exit route for tired kids who want to stop pedaling.
• A minimum age of 12 years is generally recommended, provided the child is confident riding a multi-gear bicycle.

You do not have to worry about sudden Andean mountain showers changing your experience, as we monitor weather patterns and adapt our route to keep you safe. If heavy rain begins, our priority is your physical protection; we will immediately pause the ride, secure the bikes on our trailer, and transport you safely inside our vehicle. We will continue the sightseeing portion of the tour using our private transport.

• Onboard rain umbrellas and ponchos are kept inside our support vehicle to keep you completely dry.
• Immediate vehicle boarding is available if a sudden rainstorm makes the dirt trails muddy or slippery.
• Adjustable trail schedules allow us to wait out brief mountain showers inside local community centers or cafes.
• Flexible route adjustments prioritize paved country roads during days with high chances of rain to prevent slipping.

You will feel incredibly confident and prepared by bringing a few simple personal items to handle the changing microclimates of the Sacred Valley. Because you will be active under the Andean sun and coasting through cool mountain breezes, wearing layers is your best strategy. We recommend keeping your daypack light so you can ride your bicycle easily without shoulder strain.

• Sun protection essentials including sweat-resistant SPF 50+ sunscreen, polarized sunglasses, and a warm hat.
• A light windbreaker or rain jacket to protect you from the cool valley winds and unexpected mountain showers.
• Comfortable, flat athletic sneakers that sit securely on flat pedals and allow for easy walking at the ruins.
• Small cash in Peruvian Soles (PEN) for purchasing mineral pink salt directly from the local families of Maras.

You can easily coordinate your onward travel plans because we offer complete logistical flexibility for your luggage and drop-off locations. If you plan to board a train to Machu Picchu from Ollantaytambo or stay at a valley resort after the tour, you can bring your bags with you. We will store them securely in our private vehicle while you enjoy the ride.

• Secure, locked luggage storage keeps your heavy suitcases safe, dry, and protected inside our transport all day.
• Complimentary hotel drop-off is available at any accommodation in Urubamba, Ollantaytambo, or Cusco.
• No extra transport surcharges are added for carrying your luggage or changing your final drop-off hotel.

Perfect train station synchronization ensures we get you to Ollantaytambo with plenty of time before boarding.