Horseback Riding Mystic Tour Temple of the Moon & Chacan Mountain

Recommended by 99% of travelers

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Cusco, Peru

High interest

Booked 2 times today.

3 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
Pickup offered
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

Why travelers loved this

5.0

· Angel_Z ·

Jun 2026

Amazing horseback riding experience at Gabriel’s ranch! The views were beautiful, the horses were well trained, and Gabriel and his team were friendly and professional. Everything felt safe, relaxed, and well organized. Highly recommend this as a fun and memorable activity near Cusco.

· Anne_F ·

May 2026

What a wonderful day! The horses were easy and gentle. The views were amazing. Our wonderful guide was patient and full of knowledge. They were so prepared and provided is with ponchos when there was a possibility of rain and snacks and water. I highly recommend this tour. The whole group enjoyed it.

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Overview

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.

Learn about the history of Cusco and Inca culture
Choose from a morning or afternoon horseback ride
Round-trip transfers from your Cusco hotel are included
A small group means more attention from your guide

What's Included

Transfer Hotel /Ranch /Hotel
Protective equipment
Horses of first quality
Bilingual professional tour guide (English - Spanish)
Snacks

Gratuities

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Pickup details

We pick them up from the passengers of the hotel where they are staying , passengers must send us the name of their hotel by mail or whatsapp to pick them up the day of the tour

What To Expect

Templo de la Luna

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation

Not recommended for travelers with back problems
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Most travelers can participate
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Featured review

Jiejun_L

This is my favourite excursion I did in Peru. We got to see the moon temple and learn about its history. We also rode the horses to a beautiful look out point. Gabriel was an amazing guide and all the horses looked very well taken care of. My friends and I had an amazing time! Would highly recommend this tour!

Reviews

5.0

based on 324 reviews

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A really beautiful way to...

Diane_M, Aug 2026

A really beautiful way to spend the morning. The scenery was stunning. The horses were beautiful, healthy and well behaved. Relaxed pace ,informative and very enjoyable.

Great for anyone with some riding experience

Annie_N, Aug 2026

Great for anyone who has some riding experience. Guide very knowledgeable and a beautiful adventure.

Perfect trip

Danielle_W, Aug 2026

Well organised, beautiful ride, amazing horses, would highly recommend! Snacks provided, and the guide was very attentive

Beautiful ride, very...

igormagazinik, Aug 2026

Beautiful ride, very gentle horses, amazing staff. We really enjoyed it in a small group of 6 people

Hidden Gem

Jecoliah_J, Aug 2026

It was such a lovely ride with great views and awesome guides to help along the way! They were friendly, accomodating, and even gave us snacks ! Was well worth the money and definitely worth checking out!

Our family of five...

Maria_T, Jul 2026

Our family of five enjoyed this experience immensely! None of us had much experience riding horses, and Gabriel’s horses were gentle and well-trained. Even our six-year-old was able to ride on his own, although there was an additional guide who walked alongside just in case. Gabriel was knowledgeable and professional. Would definitely recommend this tour!

Horseback riding

Yvonne_H, Jul 2026

Well organised, pick ups on time, professional and safe Agent on phone was great as I only booked last minute.

Gabriel was an amazing...

Min_K, Jun 2026

Gabriel was an amazing guide and made sure our entire group had a great time. I was riding for the first time, and he helped me feel comfortable with easy-to-follow instructions.

Response from Host, Jun 2026

Thank you so much for your kind review! We are truly happy to hear that Gabriel made your experience so special and ensured your group felt well taken care of throughout the tour. It’s wonderful to know that, even as a first-time rider, you felt comfortable thanks to his clear and easy-to-follow instructions. We sincerely appreciate your feedback and hope to welcome you back for another unforgettable adventure in Cusco.

Beautiful Horseback Riding Experience at Gabriel’s Ranch

Angel_Z, Jun 2026

It was such an amazing...

Farzad_B, May 2026

It was such an amazing experience! Gabriel is an incredible person and explained everything to me. He made sure everything was safe, double checked everything, gave me instructions for riding the horse and gave me snacks! Totally recommend this to everyone who wants to see beautiful sights and have a great guide!!!

Great experience

Lakshmi_M, May 2026

This tour was a great experience and the view from the top was amazing. It started to rain at the start of thetour, but then the weather cleared up and was enjoyable.

Perfect Day

Anne_F, May 2026

Highly recommend!!

E_A, May 2026

AMAZING EXPERIENCE! Gabriel and his team have beautiful well taken care of horses that were delightful for my group. His knowledge of the ruins were very insightful and he was so kind! Very much recommended Gabriel and his ranch for anyone coming to Cusco!

Gabriel’s horse riding

Sarah_P, May 2026

We had a great time! The horses are beautiful and easy to ride. Gabriel even provided a little snack and a water bottle. The views are beautiful and he tells the history of the places you that you visit.

Great experience and so much fun!

Cooper_G, Apr 2026

The whole experience was so smooth and so great! Everything from the hotel pickup/ drop off, to the little snacks they give you! Our guide was Gabriel who owns the ranch and grew up living there and working on it! He was very wonderful, funny and super friendly. Me and my friend had a great time and will be recommending this to fellow travelers !

Amazing!!!

Monica_R, Apr 2026

Amazing tour! Even though it rained they did their best to make us comfortable and enjoy the trip. would reccomend to anyone wanting to spend some time and have a cool experience

Gabriel's horse farm

Svein_S, Apr 2026

Gabriel and his crew were great. They picked us up at our place in Cusco and got us set up with beautiful horses. Our family of 7 of all different skill levels all had a blast. Beautiful scenery. Fascinating sites. Highly recommend as a family activity!

A must do in Cusco

Robert_C, Mar 2026

Absolutely amazing time. It's private land, so only a few people within sight. Lots of history and the views are magnificent.

Special experience

Edda_H, Mar 2026

Riding through the landscape and watching and learning about the Temple of the moon was definitely a special experience. Coincidentally, my partner and I were the only ones participating, so Gabriel could answer all of our questions. They also prepared a little snack for us.

MAGICAL Cusco Morning! ✨

Lindsey_M, Mar 2026

One of the most memorable experiences of our trip! Riding horseback through the beautiful hills overlooking Cusco was absolutely breathtaking. The views of the city and surrounding mountains were incredible, and it was such a peaceful and adventurous way to experience the landscape. The guides were fantastic and made the entire experience enjoyable and comfortable. Highly recommend for anyone visiting Cusco!

We both loved it

Tracy_H, Mar 2026

We had a great time! The horses and guides were wonderful! Gabriel was so nice and the scenery was beautiful.

Gabriel was a great...

Alex_L, Mar 2026

Gabriel was a great guide. The horses are so well behaved and the tour was a lot of fun. Highly recommend.

Amazing experience!

Stoyan_D, Feb 2026

Very exiting, enjoyable and informative tour for first timers like us. Gabriel (owner of the Gabriel's ranch) and his assistant (100% Inca descendand) were amazing; horses were very well trained and behaved. Some of the best views on top of Cusco.

Wonderful experience

Todd_L, Jan 2026

Grimaldo and Juan took me on a horse ride to the Temple of the Moon and a Pachamama Temple. It was a wonderful way to explore the places and the countryside! Both Grimaldo and Juan took wonderful care of me on the horse and walking me through the sites. I highly recommend the ranch and the experience!

Very nice experience! The...

Siina_K, Jan 2026

Very nice experience! The horses are lovely, in a good shape and well trained. Gabriel takes care of the riders and the whole trip was well organised and safe.

Beautiful view and well cared for horses!

Meghan_G, Jan 2026

This was a great experience. The guide was very knowledgeable, gave our group horses according to our experience level, and took our pictures. The horses were wonderful, well cared for, and very well trained. I highly recommend this experience!

We loved it, the scenery...

Rachel_M, Dec 2025

We loved it, the scenery in itself is breathtaking and we had a great guide. It's athe perfect amount of time - not too long, not too short - and super close to Cusco. I would do it again, it was excellent!

5 Star Tour Not to be Missed

Sarah_H, Dec 2025

Gabriel was an amazing and engaging tour operator and guide. Very helpful and made you feel comfortable. His knowledge of the area he grew up in was engaging. Staff and horses were well trained and knowledgeable.