Biking Peru From The Andes To The Amazon

Biking Peru From The Andes To The Amazon

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$4500

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Tour Overview

Peru is a remarkably diverse country. One day you find yourself in the heartland of the Incas perched high in the Andean mountains, and the next you are surrounded by the dense jungle canopy of Amazon Rainforest. This mountain/gravel bike tour has been designed to capture this contrast at its most spectacular, utilizing a network of roads and trails that span the Sacred Valley of the Incas and parts of Manu National Park in the Amazon Basin. Included in the tour is a visit to Machu Picchu, simply a must-see when visiting Peru! Starting in Cusco, one of the world’s highest altitude cities (3,300 m ASL) and the former capital of the Inca Empire, we ride north surrounded by towering peaks and scenic valleys where agricultural terraces cascade down the hillsides. We then rise to the Peruvian Altiplano before making a gradual descent into Manu National Park, experiencing a mesmerizing visual shift as we drop from the edge of the Andes to the cloud forest of the Amazon. We spend the night at a cloud forest research station and descend further into the lowlands of the Amazonian rainforest, where we have a day off the bikes to experience one of the world’s most biodiverse frontiers. We then return to the Sacred Valley of the Incas where we enjoy 3 days of blissful cycling to discover Incan ruins, colorful towns, indigenous villages, the picturesque Maras Salt Pans oh so much more. On Day 9 we visit the “Lost City of the Incas” – Machu Picchu – and we’ll get there and back via one of the world’s stunning train journeys. A hallmark of this tour is the frequency of exhilarating downhill blitzes, and we save the best for last when on Day 10 we ride down from the Lares Valley into the town of Calca. The tour concludes back in Cusco. Join us on this once-in-a lifetime Peruvian odyssey highlighting the very best of the Sacred Valley of the Incas with an exhilarating descent into the Amazon Rainforest! ...more ...less

Highlights

  • Stroll through the historical wonders of Cusco.

  • Cycle along the Urubamba River surrounded by Incan terraces.

  • Experience the visual shift from the Andes to the Amazon Basin.

  • Explore the Amazon rainforest and visit Manu National Park.

  • Discover the Sacred Valley of the Incas and its colorful villages.

  • Visit the Incan ruins at Moray and the Maras Salt Pans.

  • Take a scenic train ride to the iconic Machu Picchu.

  • Descend into the Lares Valley and enjoy its medicinal hot springs.

Itinerary

What's Included

  • Guided Tour

    The tour includes a guided exploration of Cusco, the Sacred Valley, and Machu Picchu.

  • Boat Transfer

    Boat transfer to the remote Amazonia Jungle Lodge is included.

  • Scenic Train Rides

    Scenic train rides to and from Machu Picchu are included.

What's Not Included

Bike Hire

Bike hire is not included and costs US$ 350 for a full suspension mountain bike or US$ 695 for an E-Bike.

Bike Hire

Full Suspension Mountain Bike: US$ 350, E-Bike*: US$ 695

Single Supplement

US$ 775

Mode of Transport

Transportation includes cycling through various terrains, vehicle transfers, and scenic train rides along the Sacred Valley.

Accommodation

Accommodation details are not provided in the tour description.

Check out our Q&As

  • What is the starting and ending point of the tour?

    The tour starts and ends in Cusco, Peru.

  • What activities are included on the first day of the tour?

    On the first day, participants will meet in Cusco to get oriented and acclimated, stroll along the cobble-stoned streets to discover the city’s historical wonders, and have a group briefing and dinner in the evening.

  • What can participants expect on the second day of the tour?

    On the second day, participants will leave Cusco, ride downhill to Huambutio, take a less-traveled path along the Urubamba River, and arrive in Pisac in time to walk through its vibrant artisan market.

  • What is the highlight of the third day?

    The highlight of the third day is cycling downhill from the Altiplano into the Amazon Basin, experiencing a remarkable visual shift from the Andes to the cloud forest of the Amazon.

  • What unique experience is offered on the fourth day?

    On the fourth day, participants will venture deeper into the Amazon rainforest, pass small villages along dirt trails, and take a boat to the remote Amazonia Jungle Lodge at the gateway to Manu National Park.

  • What options are available on the fifth day?

    On the fifth day, participants can take a day off the bikes to explore Manu National Park with options for jungle walks and birdwatching.

  • What is the main activity on the ninth day?

    The main activity on the ninth day is visiting Machu Picchu, including scenic train rides along the Sacred Valley and an extensive walking tour of the sanctuary.

  • What is the final activity of the tour?

    The final activity of the tour is a ride descending into the remote Lares Valley, known for its medicinal hot springs, and concluding with a downhill ride into the historic main square of Calca, followed by a final night in Cusco.

  • Is bike hire available for the tour?

    Yes, bike hire is available. A full suspension mountain bike can be hired for US$ 350, and an E-Bike for US$ 695.

  • Do I need to have travel insurance?

    Yes! SpiceRoads insists that all clients must take out good travel insurance before joining one of our tours. There are inherent risks involved in cycling and mountain biking and we will not be liable for your medical expenses or evacuation in case of an accident. This insurance must include adequate coverage for any personal accident, medical expenses, injury, death and repatriation. Insurance should also provide coverage for cancellations or curtailment of the holiday. Clients should also ensure that there are no exclusion clauses limiting protection for any dangerous or unusual activities that might be included in their tour. If you join the tour without adequate insurance you may be disallowed from continuing on the tour without the right of refund. Clients are solely responsible for arranging their insurance and they should ensure that they are covered for the full duration of their tour. Your tour leader will ask for copies of your insurance before allowing you to join the tour. This protects both you and us.

  • Is the trip guaranteed to depart and does it require a minimum number of people?

    There is a minimum number of participants (usually 2) required to enable the trip to go ahead. Once the minimum number is reached, the trip status will change from 'Available' to 'Guaranteed to Depart'. Once a trip is guaranteed to depart you are free to book your flights and make other travel arrangements. If the trip status is ‘Limited’ will mean we have only a small number of spaces available for booking. If you are unsure about the trip status, please contact us.

  • Why hire a bike from SpiceRoads?

    SpiceRoads bikes are never just "fit for duty" but a key component of our riders’ tour experience and satisfaction. For tours with bike hire option, renting one of our bikes saves hassle, not to mention precious luggage allowance. All SpiceRoads tours use well-known makes of mountain, hybrid or road bikes (depending on the tour) with lightweight alloy frames, 24- to 27-speed gearing, v-brakes or disc brakes and Shimano components. Mountain bikes all have front suspension. We renew bikes in our fleet every two seasons. When in use, our bikes are well-cared for, including full service before each trip and daily cleaning while on tour. SpiceRoads tour support vehicles carry plenty of spares and extra tubes for every emergency.

  • Do you have E-Bikes?

    Electric "pedal assist" e-bikes are available on select tours. E-bikes can help manage long distances and climbing terrain through the use of a pedal-activated electric motor. Unlike other e-bikes, "pedal assistedr" e-bikes feel more natural to the rider. We recommend e-bikes for riders interested in tours that might normally be too challenging for them, or for groups of riders with mixed ability. E-bikes provide assistance for long distance or more challenging terrain, but they can’t do all the work for you! Always chose a tour within the range of your own abilities to ensure your own enjoyment when exploring a new destination. Contact us for a complete list of e-bike available tours.

  • What do I need to bring if I rent a SpiceRoads bike?

    Bikes rented for tours always come with a helmet, a single water bottle cage, and a standard saddle. If you prefer to bring your own saddle (just the saddle, not the seat post), additional water bottle cage, or SPD pedals, we will fit them to your bike for the tour. Don’t forgot to bring your shoes and cleats if you bring SPD pedals! Women specific seats are recommended for longer tours. We have a limited supply of gel seat covers to soften the ride, and of strap-on toe cages. Please enquire about adding these during your booking.

  • Do you have details of the SpiceRoads fleet?

    In Thailand we have a fleet of Verve city bikes, TREK 4300 and X-Caliber 7 mountain bikes, TREK 7.2 X, FX 3 and 7200 hybrid bikes and Trek 2.1 C, Domane 2.0, Lexa SL and carbon Émonda S5 road bikes. We also carry Giant 2019 Explore E+ 3 e-bikes. Our bicycles are available in sizes ranging from 13 inches to 22 1/2 inches or 47 cm to 62 cm. Please note that a certain frame model is not guaranteed. In Bangkok and Chiang Mai, baby seats, tag-alongs, and child bikes for children are available. In Bangkok the single-wheeled tag-along bike attach to the seat-post of an adult bike, allowing a child to pedal along behind the adult. There's no age limit to the tag-along bike, but there is a 36 kg weight limit. Bike hire is include in the tour price for short tours, while longer tours offer bike hire as a supplement, as many riders opt to bring their own bike for our cycling tours. Depending on the destination, length of tour, and type of bike, hire costs vary.

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Sunday - Wednesday

Jun 01, 2025 - Jun 11, 2025
$4500 (USD)

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  • Transfer as credit to Future Tours

    SpiceRoads Cycling allows you to transfer existing payments to a future tour to avoid cancellation fees if you can't travel and inform spiceroads cycling, 40 days before departure.

  • Low Deposit

    SpiceRoads Cycling requires a minimum deposit of 10% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 60 days before departure.

  • Cancellation Policy

    We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of spiceroads cycling charges.

    At 61 days before tour starts: Forfeit 0% of booking price.

    At 60 days before tour starts: Forfeit 70% of booking price.

    At 14 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.

Biking Peru From The Andes To The Amazon

11 Days Starting and ending in Cusco, Peru

Visiting: Cusco, Pisac, Amazon Basin, Manu National Park, Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu

Tour operator:

SpiceRoads Cycling

Tour code:

PER-BPA

Group size:

2 - 16

Physical rating:

Medium

Age range:

Min age:18

Trip Styles:

Adventure Tours

Activities:

Cycling, Sightseeing, Walking

From: $4500 (USD)

NB: Prices correct on 28-Mar-2025 but subject to change.

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