Horseback Riding Mystic Tour Temple of the Moon & Chacan Mountain

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Cusco, Peru

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Booked 5+ times last week!

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

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5.0

· 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!

· 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!

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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 269 reviews

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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

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

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.

Great tour!

Jennilyn_D, Dec 2025

Great experience with breathtaking views! Gabriel is an awesome guide and it is a family owned and operated business. An excellent tour.

Highly recommend!

Daisy_C, Dec 2025

Beautiful views, Gabriel was a fantastic guide around the moon temple and other historical sites. Horses were very sweet and well cared for.

Well trained and cared for horses

Vivienne_E, Dec 2025

The horses are well trained and well cared for. Great for beginners. Really informative tour. Great host. My group all very happy riders.

Fantastic tour

IngridRagna_I, Dec 2025

Amazing guide, beautiful horses and stunning landscape. Gabriel good story teller and great at explaining the history. Lovely views of the city. Definitely recommend to everyone!

Everything was great!!...

Nicole_H, Nov 2025

Everything was great!! The horses are lovely and well behaved. Would definitely recommend this tour.

Fun time

Julie_K, Nov 2025

Beautiful ride - longer than any other horseback riding I've done in any country. Its obvious that the horses are trained and well taken care of. Gabriel was a great guide/host.

Bring a rain jacket in...

Sofia_E, Nov 2025

Bring a rain jacket in case of spontaneous weather changes! Also good to wear long pants in case of thorns.

A lovely excursion!

Hanna_P, Nov 2025

Well behaved horses, it felt safe the whole time even for us who are not used to horses. Gabriel is very knowledgable. The landscape is beautiful! It was also nice that we got a little snack on the tour.

A truly memorable experience

Eugene_W, Nov 2025

We loved it. It suitable for even those who have never ridden a horse before. It is a gentle ride through the countryside where you will visit a moon temple and eventually eat a light lunch before returning to your taxi.

This was an amazing tour!...

Julia_B, Nov 2025

This was an amazing tour! Gabriel was so knowledgable and a great host. His ranch is very well run. I would recommend this tour to anyone going to Cusco looking for stunning views, a unique experience, and a good look at Inca ruins.

Amazing experience!

Jiejun_L, Nov 2025

Amazing Experience With Breathtaking Views

Joseph_C, Oct 2025

My wife and I loved this experience. Gabriel was amazing and the horses were very well trained. The experience itself was probably the highlight of our trip, even after climbing Huayna Picchu and visiting Rainbow Mountain. It was a nice breather from all the early 3 a.m./4 a.m. treks to remote areas from Cusco. It was a quick ride up to Gabriel's ranch and the views once youre up in the mountains are breathtaking! I would highly recommend. If we didnt have to leave Cusco, we would've gone back for a second time to spend the day riding through the mountains. My wife and I have made a promise to ourselves that the next time we come back to Cusco we will make sure to spend a day or two riding through the mountains with Gabriel and his team. The posted pictures do not do justice to the actual experience.

Very unique experience,...

Beth_B, Oct 2025

Very unique experience, the horses were well trained and it was beginner friendly, Gabriel was knowledgeable and kind.

Great tour

Lisa_W, Sep 2025

Great experience. The guides were very informative and really care about the horses. Learned a lot of history of the area.

Gabriel was fun and...

Louisa_T, Sep 2025

Gabriel was fun and informative. Had the best time and learned a lot about the incans! Highly recommend

Fantastic!

Sarah_P, Sep 2025

My partner and I had a really great time. Not only were the horses extremely well trained so it was a great experience for beginners, but Gabriel also took the time to share with us the history of the site that we visited. Spectacular views, and they even gave us a little snack to enjoy at the top of the mountain. They clearly love their horses very much and they are very well cared for. I would take this tour again if I had more time in Cusco.