Horseback Riding Tour to the Devil's Balcony from Cusco
Recommended by 99% of travelers
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Cusco, Peru
- 4 hours (approx.)
- Pickup offered
- Group discounts
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
Overview
Go where cars can't and explore local Andean communities and ancient Inca ruins during this horseback riding adventure. Learn about the daily rhythms of local life, observing farming techniques along with alpaca and sheep herding, for a cultural experience you wouldn't get anywhere else. You also discover Inca temples and visit a natural cave once used as an Inca shrine.
- Don’t worry about packing kit, everything you need is provided for ease
- Feel the spiritual energy of ancient Inca temples and shrines
- Go beyond the guidebooks with facts and insight from your guide
- Round-trip transportation from Cusco means you don't need to find a meeting point
What's Included
- Professional tour guide
- Saddle and safety helmets
- Muleteer (goes to the care of horses)
- Mineral water or natural water
- Round trip transportation from Cusco hotel to ranch
- Weight Limit 200 pounds
- Gratuities
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Itinerary
1
Horseback Riding in Cusco By Vieja Estancia Ranch
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
2
Balcon del Diablo
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Most travelers can participate
- Suitable for participants with little or no experience
- It is recommended that you wear long pants (preferably jeans), closed shoes (with rubber soles or walking shoes), and bring a rain jacket (if the weather forecast gives any significant chance of rain during the time of the ride)
- Note: Do not wear jewelry or valuables during the ride
- Weight Limit 200 pounds or 90 kilos
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
Traveler Photos
Featured review
Genevieve_C
Absolutely amazing ride. Horses are beautiful and so well behaved. The guides are informative and super friendly. We had the best time. The views were absolutely beautiful. Can’t say enough good things.
Reviews
4.9
based on 247 reviews
Genevieve_C, Apr 2026
Absolutely amazing ride. Horses are beautiful and so well behaved. The guides are informative and super friendly. We had the best time. The views were absolutely beautiful. Can’t say enough good things.
Jacqueline_W, Sep 2025
This was a really lovely scenic experience and the guide and owners of the horses supported us all. Many of us had little riding experience, but that was fine if we followed their instructions.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you so much for your kind review of our Horseback Riding Tour to the Devil’s Balcony from Cusco 🐎
We’re delighted you enjoyed this scenic horseback riding experience through the beautiful countryside near Cusco. This tour to the Devil’s Balcony is ideal for beginners, as our professional guides and horse owners provide clear instructions, hands-on support, and carefully selected, well-trained horses to ensure a safe and enjoyable ride.
Your feedback helps future travelers looking for a beginner-friendly horseback riding tour in Cusco with stunning mountain views and a supportive local team. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you back for another unforgettable Andean adventure!
Virginia_H, Aug 2025
This was the best horseback riding tour our family of 4 has been on. We were picked up promptly from our hotel, and arrived and quickly were mounted on 4 lovely horses that were comfortable and friendly. They seemed well-cared for, and throughout the ride they were easy to ride and seemed happy. The guide provided information about Devil's Balcony, and answered all the questions we had. It was a great tour and way to experience the countryside.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you so much for your wonderful review of our Horseback Riding Tour to the Devil’s Balcony from Cusco 🐎
We’re thrilled to hear it was the best horseback riding experience for your family! Our goal is to provide a smooth hotel pickup, well-cared-for and friendly horses, and a safe, comfortable ride suitable for all experience levels. We take great pride in the care and training of our horses to ensure a happy and enjoyable experience in the Andean countryside.
Exploring the Devil’s Balcony with a knowledgeable local guide while riding through the scenic landscapes near Cusco makes this tour a unique family-friendly adventure. Your recommendation helps other families looking for a safe, top-rated horseback riding tour in Cusco. We hope to welcome you again on your next visit to Peru!
Lee_F, Jul 2025
The trail to get to Devil's Balcony was beautiful and took us through Eucalyptus trees and great views of Cusco. Our guide Holger was informative and added interesting detail along the way. All made for a great morning.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you so much for your kind review of our Horseback Riding Tour to the Devil’s Balcony from Cusco 🐎
We’re delighted you enjoyed the scenic trail through the eucalyptus forest and the panoramic views overlooking Cusco. Riding to the Devil’s Balcony is one of the most beautiful and peaceful horseback experiences near the city, combining nature, fresh mountain air, and unique rock formations.
We’re also glad you appreciated the historical and cultural insights shared along the way. Your feedback helps future travelers looking for a scenic, informative, and top-rated horseback riding tour in Cusco. We hope to welcome you again for another unforgettable morning in the Andes!
Lillian_H, Jun 2025
This was a great experience. A perfect amount of riding time and time to see Incan ruins and sacred places. Our tour guide was great and spoke great English. I definitely recommend. Also if you’re advanced, you’re allowed to gallop your horses which was so fun.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you so much for your great review of our Horseback Riding Tour to the Devil’s Balcony from Cusco 🐎
We’re delighted you enjoyed the perfect balance between horseback riding time and visiting Incan ruins and sacred sites along the trail. This tour is designed to combine scenic riding in the Andes with cultural insight, making it one of the most complete outdoor experiences near Cusco.
We’re also glad you appreciated our English-speaking guide and the flexibility of the ride. For advanced riders, the opportunity to gallop in safe stretches makes the adventure even more exciting. Your recommendation helps future travelers looking for a flexible, top-rated horseback riding tour in Cusco. We hope to welcome you again for another unforgettable ride in Peru!
Sara_J, May 2025
Holger was a fantastic and very knowledgeable guide. The horses were beautiful and well-trained. The ride was lots of fun! Highly recommend!
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you for your kind review! We’re happy you enjoyed the Horseback Riding Tour to the Devil’s Balcony from Cusco. Riding our well-trained horses through the beautiful landscapes near Sacsayhuaman and Devil’s Balcony is a unique way to experience the Inca countryside. We hope to welcome you again for another horseback riding adventure in Cusco!
Alejandro_B, Mar 2025
Words can't describe our gide was spectacular. The view of the sites. Amazing work by the horse farmes it's a family owned farm, the horses are extremely well trained. Words can't justify how amazing it was.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you for your amazing review! We’re happy you enjoyed the Horseback Riding Tour to the Devil’s Balcony from Cusco. Riding well-trained horses through the beautiful landscapes near Sacsayhuaman and Devil’s Balcony is a unique way to experience the Inca countryside. We truly appreciate your support for our family-run horseback riding ranch in Cusco!
Janet_D, Oct 2024
It was a fantastic horse ride. The visit to Devil’s Balcony was awesome as well the Temple of the Moon. Gorgeous scenery, excellent horses and detailed info from the guide.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you very much for your wonderful review! We’re delighted to hear that you had such a fantastic time on the Horseback Riding Tour to the Devil’s Balcony from Cusco and enjoyed the incredible scenery along the trail.
At Vieja Estancia Ranch, we always strive to offer an authentic horseback riding experience in Cusco, combining beautiful landscapes, well-trained horses, and detailed historical explanations from our guides. We’re especially happy that you enjoyed visiting both the impressive Devil's Balcony and the mystical Temple of the Moon, two of the most fascinating hidden sites near the city.
Thank you again for choosing Vieja Estancia Ranch for your horseback riding adventure in Cusco. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you back for another ride in the future! 🐎
Ingrid, Sep 2024
Very good tour. Even my 72 year old mother was comfortable doing it. The guide was very nice and the driver picked us up from the hotel on time.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you very much for your kind review! We are delighted to hear that you and your family enjoyed the Horseback Riding Tour to the Devil’s Balcony from Cusco, and that even your 72-year-old mother felt comfortable during the experience.
At Vieja Estancia Ranch, we work hard to make our horseback riding tours in Cusco safe and enjoyable for riders of different ages and experience levels. Our calm, well-trained horses and attentive guides help ensure that everyone can relax and enjoy the beautiful Andean scenery around Cusco.
We’re also glad to know that the hotel pickup and the service from our team met your expectations while visiting the impressive Devil's Balcony.
Thank you again for choosing Vieja Estancia Ranch for your horseback riding adventure in Cusco. We hope to welcome you again for another ride in the future! 🐎
Amy_P, Jul 2024
This tour was awesome! They provide transportation to and from the ranch where there are, alongside the horses, friendly farm dogs and sweet children. The horses look well-cared for. It's not absolutely necessary, but I would recommend long pants because the trails go through dense, thorny shrubs at times that can brush up against your legs. Sunglasses would also be nice because sometimes the dust on the trail gets kicked up.
Sydney_H, Jul 2024
Best experience in Peru. Very wonderful people who take good care of their animals and have a wonderful experience, even for a very advanced rider.
Caitlin_D, Jul 2024
We were a family of 4, with 2 children under 12. The ride was a lot of fun for our different skill levels. The guides took great care in making sure we were all comfortable on the horses. The scenery was amazing. The guides were informative and patient. Out of all of the Cusco tours we did, this was our favorite.
Bob_H, Jun 2024
This tour was fantastic! They picked me up from my AirBNB, which other tours do t do. They showed up early and took us straight there. Holger and staff were awesome and the tour exceeded our expectations. It was a great mix of riding and walking through caverns and sites. They had horses available for all abilities and we even got to go at a trot and gallop a couple of times. It was a highlight of our 2-week trip. Thank you for an amazing experience!
Jaiden_V, Jun 2024
Jorge was our tour guide and he is the best! He is super nice and helpful, he showed us so many cool things. My friends and I loved him and the tour was awesome. The horses are really nice and friendly. Overall, this was a great experience and I totally recommend to anyone wanting to do this tour!
Lily_S, Jun 2024
Four of my friends and I took a tour with Jorge. He was super nice and spoke really good English. It was the best day we had on our trip thanks to this tour. We had so much fun and the horses were all very calm. Would 100% recommend!
Jessica_D, Jun 2024
This trip was amazing! Jorge was very knowledgeable about the area and the Inca ruins! He had answers for all of our questions and was very good with the horses! It was my first time riding a horse and I felt very comfortable and had so much fun! 10/10 experience! His english was also very good for those unfamiliar with spanish!
Samantha_M, Jun 2024
The tour was amazing!! We had Jorge as a guide and he was so intelligent and kind! I would recommend this tour to everyone!! We rode the horses and got off of them to tour around! The horses were well trained. All people on the ranch were kind!
Emmanuelle_B, May 2024
Spectacular views on this ride with a very knowledgeable guide. The visits of the devil’s balcony and other sites were just an extra wonderful addition to that horse back riding.
Monica_M, Apr 2024
Incredible tour! Beautiful ranch and Jorge was an amazing guide. Highly recommend this tour for anyone visiting Cusco.
John_G, Mar 2024
Very kind people, the trip was a short distance from the city with excellent views of Cusco. The horses were also very well trained and well taken care of. A great experience.
Jackson_G, Mar 2024
Excellent tour. Our guide was knowledgeable, the horses were well taken care of and the scenery was beautiful.
Stephen_M, Dec 2023
The horseback riding excursion was excellent. The driver, Freddy, was friendly and easy to find. Our horseback guide, Holger, was excellent too. He took us on a very fun ride through the mountains, which included walking, trotting and cantering on the horses. It also included some walking aspects which were very fun and interesting, led by Holger. The horses were also well mannered and a joy to ride.
Maliha_K, Dec 2023
My experience horseback riding with Holger to the Devil’s Balcony was incredible. It was easily one of the best things I have ever done. I got lucky because it ended up being just me and Holger and it felt like a private tour. Holger was wonderful - very friendly, informative, and helpful with photos. He shared a lot of interesting information about the region and the ride was so peaceful and fun. The horses were lovely and calm. The views are unreal, breathtaking. We stopped along the way for some meditation, snacks, and to visit an old Incan temple. I cannot recommend this experience enough. If you’re visiting the area, don’t hesitate to do this! I would definitely do it again if I get to visit again.
Dangelo_G, Dec 2023
Great experience. This trip was well worth the money. I really enjoyed how attentive and informative the guide was, showing us the ruins and their significance . Horse very fun
Jacqulyn_T, Nov 2023
This was truly a once in a lifetime experience. Hector was an amazing guide and extremely knowledgeable about the sites and landscapes we were visiting and his horses were well-tempered and well-cared for. There were stretches of trotting and cantering that will thrill more experienced riders and beginners alike—my husband, who has basically zero riding experience, felt at ease. A couple of steep-ish climbs but trust the horses and trust Hector! Absolutely wonderful and I would highly recommend this as a unique way to experience the Andes and all its beauty.
Alana_L, Sep 2023
We had a wonderful and very educational experience on this tour. As an animal lover it was so beautiful to experience the beautiful mountains of Cusco on horseback. The horses also appeared to be well taken care of and admired by the staff. Exploring the Caves also was a added bonus.
Christine_K, Sep 2023
OF ALL THE OPTIONS, CHOOSE THIS ONE!!! 💛🇵🇪💛
Oh my goodness! I genuinely didn’t expect this to end up being such an awe inspiring, spiritual, magical, knowledgeable, and incredibly scenic experience.
Holger was the most incredible guide, with such well cared for horses and the dogs are adorable. We went to so many scenic and hidden historically significant sites on horseback! I am so glad that I chose this experience over any other experience with horses or even any tour.
The connection Holger shows and feels for each historical site is so powerful and inspiring. I will absolutely do this experience again if I can make time on the way back! I’d explain more in detail about some of the really cool and expected things that we saw but ✨spoilers✨
Stan_P, Sep 2023
This horseback riding tour is amazing! I was picked up at my hotel on time. The driver - Marco, was polite, and my tour guide - Holger, was informative and knowledgeable. Not only did he take the time to give us some basic education about horseback riding, how to control the horse, etc., but he also shared a lot of interesting facts/stories about the sites we visited that day. I highly recommend this tour if you are in Cusco, Peru!!
Katarzyna_L, Aug 2023
This tour was amazing. The views were absolutely breathtaking. I had not been on a horse in years and was really nervous but our tour guide was absolutely amazing and made me feel at ease. This was a great tour to sight see and get acclimated. The horses were great and well taken care of. Dont hesitate, and book this tour now!
Leandre_H, Aug 2023
The horses were very well trained and the Guide was amazing. Not only was he incredibly knowledgeable about history, he was also very informative about Cusco itself. It was really a great tour with beautiful views. The food recommendations were also AMAZING
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