Peru by Bike: Andes, Inca Culture and Lake Titicaca

Embark on an extraordinary journey with MTB Spain in the heart of the Peruvian Andes. This trip combines thousand-year-old history, authentic Andean communities and spectacular high-mountain landscapes. From the mystical city of Cusco to the shores of the impressive Lake Titicaca, you will ride through remote routes, high-plateau lagoons and ancestral paths, finishing in the city of Puno.

An adventure designed for cyclists looking for more than kilometers: they seek history, authenticity and unique landscapes at over 3,500 meters of altitude.

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The Best of the Adventure

Real High Mountains
We will ride between 2,800 m and 4,600 m, crossing high plateaus, Andean passes and sacred valleys.

Living Andean Culture
Accommodation in local communities such as Raqchi, sharing gastronomy and traditions.

Varied Terrain
Dirt tracks, rural roads, panoramic descents and high-altitude rolling stages.

Ongoing Support
Support vehicle, luggage transport and mechanical assistance throughout the route.

Optional Extensions
Each stage offers variants to increase elevation gain and distance according to the group’s level.

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Itinerary

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Day 1: Arrival in Lima

Pickup at Lima airport and private transfer to the hotel.
Free time to rest or stroll around Miraflores.

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Day 2: Lima – Cusco

Flight to Cusco (3,400 m).
Acclimatization day. We recommend a gentle walk around the historic center and good hydration.
Optional: add an extra night for better altitude adaptation.

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Day 3: Machu Picchu

Early departure towards Ollantaytambo.
Train to Aguas Calientes and guided visit to Machu Picchu.
Return to Cusco in the afternoon.

An essential day before starting the bike journey.

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MTB JOURNEY CUSCO – LAKE TITICACA

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Day 4: Maras – Sacred Valley (Stage 1)

Start at the Pampa de Chinchero (3,500 m).
We ride around Lake Piuray and descend towards the village of Maras and the impressive Maras Salt Mines down to the Sacred Valley (2,850 m).

Terrain type: dirt tracks and simple trails
Maximum altitude: 3,500 m
Final altitude: 2,850–2,900 m
Optional extension: Misminay (+250 m elevation gain)

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Day 5: Four Lagoons – Raqchi (Stage 2)

Transfer to Pomacanchi (3,600 m).
High-plateau route passing through Tungasuca, historic territory of Túpac Amaru II.

Descent towards Tinta and arrival at Raqchi.
Accommodation managed by the Andean community.

Terrain type: dirt and asphalt, gentle steady climb
Average altitude: 3,500–3,800 m
Optional extension: Climb to Torreta (+250 m)

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Day 6: Pallay Punchu – La Raya – Ayaviri (Stage 3)

Start at Pallay Punchu (4,600 m).
Panoramic descent towards the road followed by a climb up to La Raya (4,300 m).
Final ride on asphalt to Ayaviri (3,900 m).

Terrain type: descent + rolling section
Maximum altitude: 4,600 m
Optional extension: full climb by bike (+800 m)

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Day 7: Ayaviri – Sillustani – Puno (Stage 4)

Route towards Lake Umayo and visit to the funerary towers of Sillustani.

Final transfer to Puno.

Terrain: mostly flat at 3,800 m
Optional extension: Tinajani – Vilavila (+1,000 m elevation gain)

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Day 8: Lake Titicaca (Stage 5)

Route through the Chucuito peninsula skirting the majestic Lake Titicaca.

Open landscapes, Andean fields and direct contact with local communities.

Terrain: flat with gentle undulations
Average altitude: 3,800 m
Optional extension: +30–60 km

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Day 9: Puno – Lima

Transfer to Juliaca airport.
Flight to Lima and overnight hotel stay.

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Day 10: Return Home

Transfer to the airport and end of the trip.

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Services Included

• Breakfasts and dinners during the journey

• 2-3 star hotels and rural accommodations

• 1 night in an Andean community

• Permanent support vehicle

• Luggage transport

• Expert cycling guide

• Basic mechanical assistance

• MTB Spain welcome kit

• Shared double rooms

• Full-suspension bike included

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Worry-Free Experience

We take care of every detail: high-altitude logistics, coordination with local communities, transport between stages and cultural management. You just pedal and enjoy.

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Flexible Cancellation Policy

• Up to 65 days before: full refund

• 60 to 31 days before: 50% refund

• Less than 60 days before: no refund

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Adjust Your Adventure

With MTB Spain you can customize the trip’s difficulty:

• Elevation gain extensions

• Shortened stages

• Extra acclimatization day in Cusco

• Additional MTB options in Lima (El Morro or Olleros)

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