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From Cusco: Moray and Salt Mines Quad Bike Tour

1. From Cusco: Moray and Salt Mines Quad Bike Tour

Get your adrenaline pumping as you ride quad bikes through the Sacred Valley of the Incas. Visit the Incan archeological site of Moray and discover the Maras Salt Mines on a trip from Cusco. Depart Cusco and head to Maras where you'll receive instructions on how to drive your quad bike safely. Start your adventure riding through the Sacred Valley while taking in beautiful views of snow-capped mountains. Reach the Moray archaeological site and enjoy a quick visit with your guide. Drive your quad bikes to the Maras Salt Mines. Park the quads and take the van to visit the mines. Hop back on your quad bikes to continue your adventure back to the base.

Sacred Valley: Maras & Moray by Quad Bike from Cusco

2. Sacred Valley: Maras & Moray by Quad Bike from Cusco

Embark on an incredible experience on four wheels during this guided ATV adventure tour from Cusco through the Sacred Valley. Take in views of the Urubamba Mountains as you venture to Maras and the archeologist site of Moray. Leaving by van from Cusco, travel for approximately one hour to the community of Cruz Pata in the heart of the Sacred Valley of the Incas. Get ready for the start of your adventure after approximately 15 minutes of ATV training. Once ready, drive approximately 1.5 hours to the archaeological site of Moray to closely observe the remains of the terraces built by the Incas to experiment with the adaptation of crops. Later, hop back in the van to continue to the salt mines of Maras (outside only). Enjoy beautiful views of the Urubamba Mountain range and contemplate the peaks of the Verónica and Chicón Mountains. At the historic salt mines, you'll have the opportunity to take pictures from a viewpoint as well as buy the products made from the same salt that is found there. At the end of the trip, take a different route back to the city of Cusco, ending a day full of adrenaline.

Tour to Mountain of 7 Colors Vinicunca in ATV (quads)

3. Tour to Mountain of 7 Colors Vinicunca in ATV (quads)

Tour Cuatrimoto en Montaña de Colores: Our main interest is to promote social and cultural development in the most needy communities in the high Andean mountains through sustainable tourism, providing employment opportunities and a high value for the conservation and care of its natural environment and its historical legacy. We also provide support and social assistance where it allows us to provide a better quality of life for children in poverty, especially in the highland communities of the city of Cusco Itinerary: The trip to the 7 color mountain on the ATV starts with the pick up from your hotel in Cusco. Pick up from the hotel 4.30 am start of the trip 4.50 amTrip destination Cusco - Pitumarca duration 3 hours by carBreakfast in Pitumarca local restaurant (after breakfast we continue the trip by car)Pitumarca - Qosqotapa duration 1h.20m by carQosqopata is the end of the car (from this point starts our adventure in the ATV)Qosqopata - Mountain of 7 colors (vinicunca) trip of 30 minutes in the atv ATVsDuration of the trip in the ATV ATV is 30 minutes one way until the arrival to the 7 colors mountain.Walking time from the end of the ATV to the colorita mountain is 5 minutes.to take all the pictures thanksif you like more pictures you have to walk more 10 minutes to reach the summit to take panoramic pictures.Eat lunch before returning to Cusco.

From cusco: River Rafting Adventure Full Day

4. From cusco: River Rafting Adventure Full Day

We pick you up at your hotel , after one and a half hours drive we arrive at the Upper Urubamba River, at the ” Cusipata River camp “ our private campground. Our professional Rafting Guides will give you a safety talk and provide you with all the proper equipment for Rafting. The activity will start and we will enjoy it for approximately two and a half hours, running class II and III rapids. During the rainy season December to early March, the rapids can become class IV and IV plus. Afterwards, we arrive back at the camp , where a hot Sauna and hot showers will be waiting, also a full-course lunch will be provided. As an option, you can ZIP-LINE over 4 cables across the river. Our return time to Cusco should be around 5 pm. In the evening you can check out the pictures of your trip at our office.

Cusco: Full-Day Palcoyo Rainbow Mountain All-Inclusive Tour

5. Cusco: Full-Day Palcoyo Rainbow Mountain All-Inclusive Tour

Experience Peru's famous rainbow mountains on this day trip from Cusco. Get picked up from your hotel in downtown Cusco and begin the 3.5-hour journey to Palccoyo, admiring rural mountainous villages on the way. Upon arrival, enjoy a hearty breakfast before beginning your trek. After breakfast, begin your 2-hour trek in the company of an expert local guide. Stroll around the breathtaking rainbow and rocky mountains and get the opportunity to interact with local people who live with the llamas and alpacas.  Having worked up an appetite from all your walking, take the bus to the nearest town to enjoy lunch in a local restaurant before beginning the journey back to Cusco. Get dropped off near the Plaza de Armas, just in time for dinner or a stroll around the city center.

Cusco: Urubamba River Rafting Adventure

6. Cusco: Urubamba River Rafting Adventure

After being collected from your your hotel in the morning, you will embark on a 1.5-hour drive towards the shores of the upper Urubamba-River. Here, your professional rafting guides will give a safety talk, and provide you with all the proper equipment for rafting. You will then begin your rafting adventure, which will involve you floating down the river for approximately 2.5 hours. In this time you will run class II and III rapids, with the rainy seasons also providing rapids that can even reach class IV and IV+. Finally, you will arrive at the Cusipata River Camp shoreline, where a hot sauna and hot showers will be waiting for you. Here you will also be able to enjoy a full lunch, whilst recovering from your rafting experience. If you are interested in even more adventure in your day however, you can also zip-line across the river. You will return to Cusco at around 5 in the afternoon, and later in the evening, you can view the exciting pictures from your trip at the tour office.

Cusco: Tandem Paragliding in The Sacred Valley of The Incas

7. Cusco: Tandem Paragliding in The Sacred Valley of The Incas

Delight in the experience of a lifetime by paragliding over the Sacred Valley of the Incas. Soar safely above the valley in tandem with a professional instructor, and take a video during your flight to relive your unforgettable experience with family and friends. Following pickup at your hotel in Cusco's Historic Center or the Sacred Valley, head to the flight point where all the team will be waiting for you to pass on flight instructions and safety recommendations. After some brief safety instructions, your instructor will give you a harness and helmet and explain the takeoff procedure. The flight is from Cerro Sacro, in the Sacred Valley of the Incas, and will take between 15–20 minutes. Located in the northeast of the city of Cusco, with a height of 3,880 meters (12,730 feet), this mountain boasts unique features with a slope of 70 degrees or more, and a vertical drop of 600 meters (1,969 feet). Cerro Sacro is one of the safest mountains in its topography. Before you take off and as you fly, marvel at the majestic landscape around the Sacred Valley of the Incas. Once you're back on solid ground, return to central Cusco or the Sacred Valley areas for drop-off. (In case the weather conditions are not the best for flying in Cerro Sacro, we could go to another mountain)

From Cusco: Via Ferrata and Sky Lodge Zipline

8. From Cusco: Via Ferrata and Sky Lodge Zipline

Start with pickup your hotel around 8:00 AM and enjoy a scenic 1-hour ride until you reach the Via Ferrata base. On arrival, you’ll be provided with the safety equipment to start ascending the rock cliff. Via Ferrata is a path used to climb a mountain with a permanent safety system including metal steps and a lifeline that assures your safety at all times. Being accompanied by an expert guide, begin the 300 meters ascent that will take about 1 hour to reach the highest point. Here, stop for a quick box lunch and admire the breathtaking views over the Valley and Vilcanota river below. Next, prepare for flying along the 6 zip-line cables that range from 250 up to 700 meters long. Attached to the lines, feel the adrenaline of being suspended on the air as you go from one mountain face to other. After descending more than 300 meters in zip-zag, the adventure will end in the base. Then the transport will take you back to Cusco or Sacred Valley locations such as Ollantaytambo, where you can connect to Machu Picchu.

Salkantay Trek 5-Day Hike to Machu Picchu

9. Salkantay Trek 5-Day Hike to Machu Picchu

Follow in the footsteps of the ancient Incas and hike along the same paths they used to trek through the mountains centuries ago. Get back to nature and experience amazing views of the snow-capped mountain peaks of the Andes. Day 1: Cusco - Mollepata - Markhuq’asa - Soraypampa - Humantay Lake - Salkantaypampa (L, D) Depart Cusco and journey to Markhuq’asa for the start of your trek to Soraypampa, 3,850 meters above sea level. Stop for lunch at the base camp and then go on a round-trip hike to Humantay Lake. Then continue to the Salkantaypampa base camp to spend the night. Day 2: Salkantaypampa - Salkantay Pass - Collpapampa (B, L, D) Hike to the highest point of the trail at Salkantay Pass and get spectacular views of the snow-capped mountains before a 2-hour downhill hike to the camp for lunch. Then, enter the upper part of the Amazon jungle on a hike through what is know as the cloud forest. Look for native wildlife on the way to the village of Collpapampa, where you will spend the night. Day 3: Collpapampa - La Playa (B, L, D) After breakfast, take an easy hike to La Playa through the Santa Teresa valley and marvel at the waterfalls and wild orchids. Encounter coffee, banana, and avocado plantations, and get the chance to sample the local coffee at an organic coffee farm. After a typical lunch in La Playa, here you will have the option (at an extra cost payable onsite) to visit the hot thermal springs and abundant birdlife. Return to the campsite for an overnight stay. Day 4: Santa Teresa - Hidroelectrica - Aguas Calientes (B, L, D) On this day, in Santa Teresa, you can choose to visit the zipline, rafting, or canopy at an extra cost payable directly on-site. Then, you will head to Hidroelectrica, passing through waterfalls coming from the glaciers and fields of cocoa and coffee. After a nourishing lunch, begin a 2-hour walk to Machu Picchu Pueblo, known as Aguas Calientes. Once in Aguas Calientes, you can go to your hotel to shower and relax before dinner. After dinner, get some rest before the early morning climb up to Machu Picchu the following morning. Day 5: Machu Picchu (B) Explore Machu Picchu in the early morning before the crowds arrive. You can choose to hike uphill to the ruins or take the bus for an additional charge. Benefit from a 2-hour guided tour on arrival and learn more about the temples, palaces, priest houses, and more. Take the train to Ollantaytambo in the afternoon and then catch the bus back to Cusco for drop-off at your hotel or hostel on arrival.

Cusco: Abode of the Gods ATV Tour with Transfer

10. Cusco: Abode of the Gods ATV Tour with Transfer

Discover one of the newest attractions in Cusco and become immersed in the world of the Inca as you take a guided ride on an exciting ATV through the natural landscape of Peru. Explore the modern stone carvings dedicated to celebrating the history and culture of this wonderful nation. Allow your driver to take you to the Tica Tica area, where you'll have some time to practice on your ATV until you are ready to start this magical guided excursion. Ride your own vehicle towards the Laguna de Piuray (if you choose this option), across a 43-kilometer route. Appreciate the snowy Verónica and Chicón mountains, accompanied by a magical landscape in contact with nature and some local residents. Return to visit the Abode of the gods, where you'll appreciate the modern stone sculpture works representing the symbolic Pachamama and puma, as well as some Inca faces. Enjoy this new and exciting attraction surrounded by the most breathtaking views.

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This was an amazing experience! Our guide, Carlos, was excellent and looked after us from start to finish. He took us to other spots throughout the trek and took the time to chat through the history and general knowledge of the different areas. The Accomodation and food was great throughout also. We trekked a special route for Haku Travel and it was beautiful and made the 2nd day. The trekking is that good it’s easy to forget about the activities but they were also excellent. 10/10 and I would definitely recommend. Our group was small also so it felt like we got a much more personal experience than what we would’ve got with another tour provider.

One of our favorite excursions during our trip to Peru! Our tour guide was great and knowledgable. We took the ATV to Moray and the bus to Maras. Definitely get to spend a decent amount of time on the ATVs. Visit to Moray was brief. You will definitely get very dusty during this excursion. I recommend wearing a bandana or mouth covering to prevent dust.

I loved this tour! All around it was a great day. The quad bikes are semi automatic and I was quite nervous when they were teaching us how to handle them. Once we got a little practice with them I felt totally comfortable. I recommended this tour to many other travellers I met since I went on this tour

I absolutely recommend this ! It's action and culture at once, really fun day out and the guides were so nice and did a great job!the views are stunning!It will get dusty so come prepared,wear clothes you don't mind getting dirty!

It was an amazing hike through the Andes. Going solo with a guide made the experience rich.