Canyons, Condors & Machu Picchu 12d/11n

cycling arequipa
Traffic in the Colca Canyon

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

 

START: Arequipa, Peru

 

  • "The White City", surrounded by Volcanoes and built with the distinctive white volcanic stone of the area. Arequipa has a population of around 1.2 million people, the second largest city after the capital Lima. It is a one hour flight south of Lima

 

FINISH: Cusco, Peru

 

  • The old capital of the Inca Empire. This small city of 350, 000 people is home to many of the Inca temples and ruins, including the nearby world heritage site Machu Picchu. It is a 50 minute flight east of Lima, the capital.

 

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

 

PRICE 2017:

  • $2945 USD pp based on twin share
  • $600 USD pp Single Supplement

 

DEPARTURE DATES 2019:

  • 04 -15 May 2020                     Available                                         
  • 17 - 28 August 2020               Limited spaces!                                                      
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Merry Christmas from the Cycle Peru family! 

It has been an eventful year for us here at Cycle Peru, with the addition of our littlest guide in training, our daughter Joanna Ysabel.

Born in June we are adjusting to the challenges of being new parents, so thanks to everyone for their support while we make these adjustments and we look forward to balancing family life with our wonderful little cycling adventures!