Top Cusco Outdoor Activities

Make the journey to some of Cusco’s Sacred Valley wonders just as fun as the destination on a quad bike tour of the archeological sites at Moray and Maras. Exploring in an all-terrain vehicle means you can reach places that you’d otherwise miss, while a small group limited to 15 ensures you receive personalized attention. Hotel pickup is included for your convenience. Entrance fees to Salt Mines and Moray are not included.

Take a break from the city life of Cusco and spend time in the great outdoors on this horseback riding tour. Join a small group and mount your steed for a leisurely ride to the sacred Temple of the Moon. Learn about the celebrated rituals of the Incas and then head to Chacan Mountain, all known as the “Devil’s Balcony, for sweeping views of Cusco.

This Humantay Lake Full-Day Tour from Cusco is a great pick for travelers who want to see the lake but only have a day to spare. This full-day tour takes you to the lake through the Soraypampa Trek, which is a circular route that runs about 2.7 miles (4.3 kilometers). A guide knows the best spots to stop at to see wildlife and teaches you about the scared mountains surrounding the area, too.

Visit four temples in the Sacsayhuaman Archeological Park with this half-day horseback riding tour. Visit important centers in the Inkilltambo Archeological Center, such as Chuspiyoq, Amaru Wasi, and the Temple of the Moon, and ride along a portion of the Inca Trail, while learning about the sites and Andean culture from your guide. Includes hotel pickup and transfers from your Cusco hotel.

Play your part in supporting rescued animals with a visit to Cochahuasi Animal Sanctuary. The family-run sanctuary rescues and rehabilitates animals that have been treated badly or targeted by the poaching industry. You'll get the chance to tour the grounds and meet some of the rescued animals, such as pumas, Peruvian hairless dogs, alpacas, and llamas. Includes round-trip transfers from Cusco.

Most travelers do not know the red valley, this time we will be lucky enough to tour it by ATV, to the rainbow mountain passing through the red valley, since they are the only ones who go through the red valley on ATV. We combine both places in a one-day visit. Most of the tourists do not know about this place as the scenic view of this place is really fantastic from another planet. By being the first to reach the rainbow mountain, we will have time to take the best photos and videos. Varied and rugged terrain creates an exciting experience. The experience of touring the Red Valley on ATV is exciting and unique! With a touch of adventure and speed. . Includes all transportation with round-trip hotel transportation. . includes breakfast, buffet lunch . Small group tour (maximum 12) more personalized experience. . Includes ATV tour through red valley to rainbow mountain . You will have a different tour than normal.

Outdoor-lovers who don’t have time for the full Salkantay Trek but want to experience a day of its highlights can embark on this full-day adventure to Humantay Lake. The private tour enables you to skip the hassle of public transportation and avoid waiting on other travelers on a group tour. That way you can minimize your travel time and spend more time enjoying nature.

Visit one of Peru's most popular places without the crowds on this well-planned day tour. Instead of visiting Rainbow Mountain in the morning, like other groups, you'll visit in the afternoon after the crowds have left. With a small group, enjoy unobstructed views and learn about the landscape from your guide. Snacks and lunch at an exclusive restaurant are included, but admission fees are not.

Peru’s Sacred Valley lies in the Andean Highlands—a landscape of rugged mountains, open plains, and soaring cliffs. Choose a morning or afternoon half-day safari, and tackle the rough ground by powerful all-terrain vehicle (ATV). With your guide to lead the way, reach historic sites including Moray and Maras with ease, and enjoy sweeping views across the Peruvian countryside. Entrance fees extra.

Book this private tour to explore some of the best of Peru, the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu. You don’t need to share your experience with a group, but rather can go at your own pace and enjoy each site as you like. Your guide takes care of all the logistics, like some meals, accommodation, entrance tickets, train tickets, and some other excursions along the way, too. Just show up ready for an adventure.

Get a taste for Peru’s high-alpine scenery and ancient Inca customs during this full-day hike to Lake Humantay from Cusco. Ascend to this scenic body of water located at 13,779 feet (4,200 meters), learning about its sacred place in Inca mythology during your climb. An included buffet lunch back at base camp is an added bonus.

Most tours take visitors to the Rainbow Mountain (Vinincunca) on foot but on this small-group tour from Cusco you'll save time by driving up in an ATV. That means that you'll arrive earlier than most and beat the crowds—perfect for taking photos. Your tour includes hotel pickup and breakfast and lunch in the town of Japura.

Get picked up at your hotel in Cusco at 3:00am in order to get to see the most gorgeous views of the colors painted on the Rainbow Mountain of the Peruvian Andes. See the streams of color formed by sediment and the atmosphere of the area, and check out the local animals who live here, especially the South American camelid.

Experience more of Peru’s Sacred Valley in just one day than you would on most tours during this comprehensive full-day excursion ideal for travelers with limited time in the region. Alongside a small group and local guide, visit Maras, Moray, Chinchero, and Ollantaytambo in an unconventional order to avoid other tour groups and enjoy a more intimate experience.

Moray archaeological park and the Maras salt mines rank among the top attractions outside Cusco, with a history dating back to the days of the Incas. On this tour, hit the gas and zoom through the Peruvian countryside, and explore both sites in one day—with safety kit plus pickup and drop-off at your Cusco accommodation included. With your guide to lead the way, enjoy outdoor adventure in Peru and learn how the Incas worked the land.

Peru’s Rainbow Mountain is usually explored on a challenging hike that reaches high altitudes. Skip the walking, as well as the crowds, and summit the mountain with ease aboard an all-terrain vehicle (ATV) during this small-group excursion. Spend more time taking in the beautiful scenery and local wildlife and less time being exhausted from the trek.

Discover the historical and cultural wonders of the Sacred Valley on a full-day private tour. You set the pace on this Andean adventure and can choose to distribute the available time how you please. You'll begin at Salinas de Maras and Moray, where the Incans conducted agricultural experiments. Next, climb the Temple of the Sun in the Ollantaytambo Archeological Park. Finally, explore the scenic terraces in Pisac.

See Peru's Rainbow Mountain, known for its stripes of colorful mineral deposits, in just one day on this tour from Cusco. Hike with a guide to the summit for a once-in-a-lifetime wilderness adventure, or rent a horse (own expense) for easier access to the same incredible views. Entrance to the mountain is not included.

Cover a number of dispersed Inca towns, without the hassle of driving, on this small-group tour from Cusco to the Sacred Valley. Pass through the ancient sites of Saqsaywaman and Ollantaytambo, and explore the Inca site of Pisac. Along the way, visit a Peruvian weaving house and see a demonstration on dyeing and weaving techniques.

Arrive at Mt. Vinicunca (Rainbow Mountain) once the crowds have left on a private tour that helps you enjoy the natural wonder in peace. Not only will you enjoy the undivided attention of your guide, but you’ll have a higher chance of snapping crowd-free photos as you explore the mountain at your own pace, rather than one set by a large group.

Visit the top five attractions in Peru’s Sacred Valley on a group tour from Cusco. All-inclusive transportation enables you to comfortably see the best of the Inka empire in a single day. The thorough itinerary takes you to Ollantaytambo, Moray, Chinchero, Pisac, and the Salinas de Maras salt mines. Along the way, enjoy lunch and a visit to a craft workshop in the colonial city of Chicneros.

Escape the crowds and discover a quieter, equally stunning alternative to Vinicunca on this full day Palccoyo Rainbow Mountain Tour. With a short and scenic 40 minute hike, this experience is ideal for travelers of all ages looking for natural beauty without the intensity of a long trek. Enjoy round trip transportation from Cusco, a hearty Andean breakfast, and a traditional lunch at a local restaurant. Along the way, explore three colorful rainbow mountains, take in panoramic views of the Andes, visit the otherworldly Stone Forest, and learn about the region’s geology and culture from your professional bilingual guide.

Have you ever imagined to enjoy a lunch within a transparent dining capsule with amazing mountain views? Combine an adventurous day full of excitement in the heart of the Sacred Valley of the Incas. Feel the adrenaline while you are rock climbing using the Via Ferrata and the speed going down with the Zip Line. Don’t miss the opportunity to live an incredible moment!