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5-Hour Mountain Biking Tour in Cusco with Moray and Maras

5 Hours Round trip from Cusco Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Ride through the Sacred Valley of the Incas by mountain bike
  • 02 Explore the circular terraces of the Moray Archaeological Complex
  • 03 See Huaypo Lagoon at 3500 masl along the cycling route
  • 04 Visit the colonial town of Maras and its famous salt mines

Embark on an exciting bike tour from Cusco through the Sacred Valley of the Incas to explore the unique terraces of the Moray Archaeological Complex. Enjoy views of landscapes and fields of crops along the way, then continue to the salt mines of Maras to learn how salt is made here. The route also passes Huaypo Lagoon and the colonial town of Maras before returning to Cusco via Urubamba.

Upon arrival at Moray, we will appreciate its circular platforms built in gigantic holes, used by the Incas as an agricultural research center.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 5 Hours
Tour type Shared
Activity level Moderate
Accommodation Not included
Transport Not included
Wheelchair access No
Cities Cusco, Urubamba, Moray, Maras
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Mountain Biking from Cruzpata to Moray, Maras and Urubamba

  • At 8:00 am, we will pick you up from your hotel and transfer you to the Cruzpata branch, where you will receive a brief explanation and instructions on using the bicycles and the route.
  • From here, we will begin our bicycle adventure through Maras and Moray.
  • From the town of Cruzpata, we will start the bike tour along the affirmed road, enjoying the landscapes and fields of crops.
  • Take a short rest near Huaypo Lagoon, located at an altitude of 3500 masl. To reach the platforms of Moray, we will ride for approximately 1 hour by bicycle.
  • Upon arrival at Moray, we will appreciate its circular platforms built in gigantic holes, used by the Incas as an agricultural research center.
  • After visiting the Andenes de Moray, we will continue the Maras Moray bicycle tour toward the typical town of Maras, with its colonial-era buildings.
  • From here, we will continue down a descending road section intended for experienced riders.
  • After appreciating the salt mines, or Salineras de Maras, we can ride a semi-downhill section recommended for those who have fully mastered the bicycle.
  • After the last descent, we will continue the bicycle tour for about 25 minutes until we reach Urubamba, and from there, we will take the bus back to the city of Cusco.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Cusco 4 cities · 5 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Mountain bicycles with Shimano Alivio or Deore accessories
  • Front shock absorbers
  • Adjustable and lightweight helmets
  • English- or Spanish-speaking cycling guide
  • Emergency pharmacy
  • GPS
  • Complete repair kit
  • Printed map for passengers
  • Briefing before the mountain biking tour

What's Not Included

  • Entrance fees to archaeological sites (if necessary)
  • Breakfast
  • Box lunch, lunch, or drinks
  • Passenger transport services

What to bring

  • Small backpack
  • Sunscreen
  • Sunglasses
  • Sportswear
  • Snacks with calories and energy

Know before you go

  • Children below 10 years of age are not allowed on the tour.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Plaza de Armas, Cusco, Perú
Tour start
Cusco, Peru
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 5 hours finish where they began, in Cusco.

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