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Discover Peru and join Wari Adventures on their unique horseback riding holiday! Imagine horseback riding in the Andean highlands and inhospitable lands, through the spectacular Incan construction and the outstanding views of the snow-capped Veronica Mountain. See the magnificent red mountains and animals such as llamas, alpacas, condors, and the wild horses which surround the areas. Visiting the Inca land you can feel free to gallop across the never-ending pampas (the Qenqo Mayu valley). This Machu Picchu horse riding trek is a trip off the beaten path, allowing an exceptional interaction with the villagers that live in the small communities that cross the route. Enjoy unique horse riding to Machu Picchu!

Highlights.

  • 4 days of horse riding
  • Approximate daily riding time: 4 to 5 hours
  • Use of horses and campsite equipment
  • Breakfasts, lunches, dinners, and drinks
  • 4 nights' accommodation
  • Transfers and pickups

ITINERARY

Detailed Itinerary for our Horseback Riding Peru

Day 1:

Note: On the first day, we will pick you up from Cusco or Sacred Valley of the Incas; we will coordinate with you before the horse riding to Machu Picchu.

Option 1: Cusco – Killarumiyoq – Chillipahua.

Transfer from Cusco to the started point of riding. After an hour of the journey, we will stop at the sacred Inca Killarumiyuc (in the Quechua language) or Moonstone sanctuary. It is an ancient temple dedicated to the deity of femininity. The site is not only an age-perfect design but also includes areas of cultivation systems, and the moon cult became a sacred area for the people of the Andes. After seeing the experimental agricultural center, we will continue to the village of Huarocondo (3,331 m.a.s.l.). Then we will drive 25 minutes to Paraiso.

Option 2: Sacred Valley – Ñaupa-Iglesia – Chillipahua.

Transfer from Sacred Valley of the Incas in our private transportation. After 25 minutes of the journey, we will explore the spiritual Inca Ñaupa-Iglesia (Ancient- Church). You will find an Inca cross o Andean cross called (Chacana). After seeing the sacred place, we will continue to the village of Llama Pintayoq in the Quechua language or Lama painted; we will see pre-Inca paintings on the rock. Then we continue up the valley for 25 minutes until the starting point of our trek; hence, we will meet our team and start trekking on the horses. Start point: We start Horseback riding to Machu Picchu on a wide path north, above the west bank of the river called Huaracondo. We will observe beautiful valleys, mountains, archaeological ruins, and the impressive Inca city of Watta, a crucial pre-Inca fortress that dominates the crest of a hill at 3,855 meters. Immediately we will explore the town, which is admired for its strategic location, then we will descend for 30 minutes to the lunch spot before going to Chillipahua Village (3,750 m.a.s.l.), the village where we spend the night. We will also have the opportunity to participate in the daily life of the local people.
  • Distance: 12 Km.
  • Riding Hours: 3 hours.
  • Low Altitude: 3331 m. /10928 Ft.
  • High Altitude: 3750 m. / 12303 Ft.
  • Campsite altitude: 3750 m. / 12303 Ft.

Day 2: Indigenous Experience

A day spent with the villagers, ceremony, dance, eating local food. They will share their passion for culture and history in this Native village, an interactive experience that will immerse you in a journey from the past of an Inca culture to the world of present-day Inca descendants at Chillipahua Village. Witness daily life and celebrate the colorful culture of the modern Native people as it unfolds right before your eyes. Listen to the sounds of their language, learn about traditional home remedies, savor a traditional Andean meal, make new friends and see the world through their eyes. Interactive with local kids at the school, a unique experience…

Day 3: Chillipahua – Ancascocha.

After a delicious breakfast, we will start Horseback riding to Machu Picchu. We will climb gradually through potatoes fields, Inca Aqueducts, and native trees of Chachacomo. This landscape of pastures and big fields cling to the steep slopes and red mountains. On the way, we will find indigenous Peruvian villages that still keep the Incas ancient traditions regarding agriculture, religion, music, language, culture, and others. Then we will continue on our way up to the Accoccasa Pass (4,425 m.a.s.l.). Here we will enjoy a breathtaking view of the immense, snowy peaks. We will feel the full extent of the Andean sky with its' cold, dry air. Later we will continue our journey on the flat trail used by indigenous pastures once we descend to Qenqo Mayu Valley. We will have organic lunch. Then reach our camp in the spacious Ancascocha (4,150 m.a.s.l.), opposite the glaciers of the Cordillera Huaynay.
  • Distance: 9 Km.
  • Riding Hours: 5 hours.
  • Low Altitude: 3750 m. /12303 Ft.
  • High Altitude: 4625 m. / 15173 Ft.
  • Campsite altitude: 4150 m. / 13571 Ft.

Day 4: Ancascocha – Inca Quarry - Ollantaytambo – Aguas Calientes Machupicchu

After breakfast, we will continue horseback riding to Machu Picchu. We will ascend to the head of Chancachuco valley; here, we will see the Inca aqueduct carved out of the cliffs to take water from Chancachuco Valley to the Sacred Valley of the Incas miles away. Later on, we will reach our final step at Rainbow pass, 4,340 m.a.s.l. from this pass; we will descend along the hidden valley and narrow trail; in this part of the path, we will hike 45 minutes. Finally, we will reach the Intiwatana- sun gate. This temple is located at the highest point in the area. This area was important to the Incas to make astronomical observations and plan the agricultural year. From there, we will have a breathtaking view of Nevado Veronica (5,682 meters), and we will enjoy the sunset and the idea of the Urubamba River. Then we will continue with the hike and reach Cachicata (3,525 m), a large terrace at the edge of a vast quarry with the same name. This was an Inca city inhabited by hundreds of architects and workers of the empire. You can find buildings used for administration housing, terraces, burial chambers, and irrigations canal in Cachicata. The streets were very well planned. Then we will continue downhill, crossing the Vilcanota River and finally arriving at the famous Sun Temple in Ollantaytambo. We will have time to explore the village and the temple before taking the train that will take us to Aguas Calientes (2040 m.a.s.l) in the afternoon. Once we get to Aguas Calientes, we will check in to our hotel, where we will spend the night.
  • Distance: 16 Km.
  • Horseback riding: 5 hours.
  • Low Altitude: 2040 m. / 6692 Ft.
  • High Altitude: 3940 m. / 12926 Ft.
  • Campsite Altitude: 3525 m. / 11564 Ft
. * There is another option stay one night in Ollantaytambo and the next day start the Short Inca Trail to Machu Picchu

Day 5: Aguas Calientes – Machu Picchu – Cusco.

We will get up early to enjoy the sunrise at Machu Picchu, eat breakfast, and take the bus towards the Inca ruins. We will have a guided tour that will take approximately 2 to 3 hours, and then you can climb Huayna Picchu. After we finish our visit, we will return to Aguas Calientes. You can enjoy amenities like lunch in the city, and later in the afternoon, we will take the train back, Perú Rail – Expedition *. Upon arrival in Cusco, our transfer will be waiting to take you on a private Van to your hotel. End of the adventure.

WHAT TO BRING?

ESSENTIALS
  • Original passport
  • Student ID card
  • Immigration card
  • ISIC card (if you are a student and wish to qualify for the discount)
  • 25 L backpack to carry your things
  • Water storage: 2 to 3 liters
  • Trekking shoes
  • Personal medication.
  • Hiking pants
  • Underwear sets
  • Hiking socks
  • Absorbent T-shirts
  • Sun hat and wool hat for cold weather
  • Waterproof jacket/rain poncho
Customize your trek Answer your call to adventure on the Horseback riding treks. Contact us to plan your dream trip and ask how you can further customize your itinerary to experience more of the country's diverse highlights, Machu Picchu, Sacred Valley, and Peru tours.

KEY INFORMATION

  • Rider Weight Limit: 176 pounds / 80 kg
  • Horse Height: 12 hands
  • Horse Breed: Peruvian
  • Tack Type: Western Type

Criollo Horse

"Criollo horse" is called a horse breed that is distributed throughout South America, Central America, and North America. In the countries of the continent it has been developing in different ways and especially in Peru. The "Criollo horse" is the feature breed of the Andes of Peru and each year there are more people who owns them, use them for hard farm work, or enjoy their leisure time.

Features

The "Criollo horse" is considered a hard resistance horse, famous for the marches of resistance that are held in Argentina and Uruguay, it is a horse for work in any field, but can be used as a riding horse for leisure riding, is a very versatile horse. A great companion to crossings, his character is friendly and always ready to listen his rider, sometimes it is quite territorial because remember "this breed grows up in nature". He is pretty energetic and friendly with humans, especially with kids.

INCLUDES

Briefing one day before the Machu Picchu horse riding.

-Our highly trained guide will meet you at your hotel to review the final details and ensure you are ready and excited for the adventure ahead.

Transportation for Machu Picchu horse riding.

  • Pick up from Hotel in Cusco by tourist bus to start the Paropiso.
  • Train ticket in VISTADOME from Ollantaytambo to Aguas Calientes with snacks.
  • Bus transfer from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu / Machu Picchu to Aguas Calientes.
  • Train ticket in VISTA DOME leaving from Aguas Calientes in the afternoon.
  • Pick up from the train station in Ollantaytambo on the bus and transfer to the hotel.
  • The return from Aguas Calientes will be together with your adventure guide. Time to be confirmed.

Accommodation on the Machu Picchu horseback riding.

  • Camping for 4 Days / 3 Nights.
  • One night of accommodation at Aguas Calientes 3-star hotel.

Campsite team on the Machu Picchu horse riding.

  • Professional tour guide fluent in English, Quechua, and Spanish specializing in hiking, with many years of experience in the Mountains and trained in first aid and rescue. He will attend the first day to the last day of the walk, leaving you at the hotel.
  • Professional Chef, Assistant Cook, and waiter to assist our passengers. Our team studied at a Gastronomy College and have a lot of experience cooking along with our Machu Picchu horse riding.
  • Muleteers to carry the equipment needed for the campsites; they will be with us from the beginning of the Trek.
  • Horses to carry personal belongings from passengers up to 8Kg.

Entrances for the riding to Machu Picchu

  • Entrance to Machu Picchu Citadel.
  • Entrance to Huayna Picchu Mountain (in case there is no longer available when you're booking, we will include Machupicchu Mountain instead).

Campsite equipment on the Machu Picchu horse riding.

  • Eureka high mountain tent, which is waterproof and thermal, for up to 4 people, but for convenience, we use them only for two people.
  • Air Mattress, Dining Tent, Kitchen Tent, Camping tables and chairs.
  • Tableware.
  • Bathroom Tent / Portable Toilet.
  • First aid kit (alcohol, bandages, medication for altitude sickness, oxygen water, Band-Aids, oxygen tank, cotton, rescue ropes, e.g.).
  • 2 Walkie Talkie per Group.

Food on the Horseback riding to Machu Picchu.

  • During the Machu Picchu horse riding, the passenger will have access to a variety of food. Dishes rich in calories, vitamins, and proteins will provide all of the energy you need for the trek.
  • Breakfast, lunch, and dinner will be served daily, and you will also receive snacks and hot drinks like infusions in the afternoon. Along with your breakfast, you will receive a cup of coca tea, which will help you adjust to the mountain's cold air.
We will provide water every day during the entire horseback riding in Peru. - We can also accommodate special requests such as vegetarian meals, diabetic diets, and allergies. These special requests must be made during the booking process. We would like to emphasize that our professional chefs have elaborated our menu.

The Machu Picchu horse riding is not included.

Lunch and dinner on the last day are not included.

PRICES

Wari Adventures handles small groups (up to 8 people only), so we can offer a highly personalized service: offering you a more enjoyable time on the Trek with more interaction between our participants. (Groups formed by Max. 8; Min. 2 people).
Please contact us for updated prices using any of these links:
+51 997 547 163 +51 997 547 163 info@wariadventures.com

TRAVEL INFORMATION

How safe is it the horseback riding tour in Cusco? The practice of outdoor activities has inherent risks. To reduce them to a minimum, Wari Adventures works with qualified personnel and qualified guides with experience in the places in which we operate. They are proud of their guides, and muleteers. All have a deep knowledge and great love for the work they do. Thanks to them, their safety record is excellent. Advice for horse riders This tour is organized for all travelers and doesn't demand good physical condition because there are not hard activities to do. This package is dedicated to families.

DUFFEL BAGS:

Duffel bags are small suitcases or bags used to store your personal belongings. These will be handed out to clients one day before the start of the hike at our offices. In them, you will place the personal belongings needed for the Trek. As part of your tour package, you will be assigning a porter, who will carry up to 8kg of your gear. You will hand your duffel bags to our porters on the first day of the hike. The duffels will be returning to you at each campsite. At the end of the hike, the duffels will be returning, something you will have to coordinate with your guide. The measurements are 65 cm long x 40 cm wide.

LUGGAGE STORAGE:

The trips on the Inca Trail and alternate routes do not need to carry your luggage, for which we have luggage storage service in our office; if you return from your trip to the same hotel where you stayed, you can leave it. Will return this equipment when you return from your trip and take it with you to your hotel. If you have valuable things, please contact us to take them into account and protect them.

PICK-UPS

Will coordinate the pick-up times with the group leader; will do this from your hotel, lodging, and Airbnb, for which the passenger must provide the exact address and reference; the pick-up time is usually at 5:00 am for the different routes.

RETURN TO CUSCO

The return from the city of Machupicchu requires absolute punctuality for the transportation organization, for which we will provide all the return details. We buy the train tickets usually for 2:55 pm, so you can arrive at 7:00 pm in the city of Cusco, consider the time delay due to traffic in the city of Cusco. The return includes transportation and transfers; we will be pending any change or delay in transportation and train services.

IMPORTANT

There is no internet service on the Inca Trail during the 3-day Trek, so that you will experience a better connection with nature. In case of emergency, we have specialized doctors for immediate attention according to your requirements. - NOTE: The toilet facilities along the Inca Trail to Machupicchu have been improved both in infrastructure and in quantity and quality along the route, so a portable chemical toilet is not necessary for Wari Adventures due to sanitation issues with the staff in charge. - The itinerary provided here is subject to change without notice, depending on factors such as strikes, weather conditions, roadblocks, or other situations beyond our control. We remain committed to following this itinerary as accurately as possible.

BOOK

Travel with confidence - we will share with you the warmth of humanity. It will be our pleasure to create you a dream experience in our wonderful home, your reservation of our program is flexible, and with standard treatment, we will guarantee you complete satisfaction and exceed your knowledge. Book your dream trip in just three steps. Availability: For the Inca Trail hike, alternate routes, and Machu Picchu, it is required to purchase entrance tickets in advance due to the demand of visitors; also, due to the limit of income per day, we will be ready to provide you with the information of availability through your mail. Form: To reserve a Machu Picchu permit, we need the following information from EACH PARTICIPANT:
  • First, middle, and last names (exactly as they appear in your passport).
  • Gender
  • Passport number and expiration date
  • Date of birth (dd / mm / yyyy)
  • Nationality (dd / mm / yyyy)
  • Email address
  • If you are a university student with a valid student ID, please send us a scan or photo at the time of booking.
  • Any dietary requirements or special requests.
  • Any health considerations (medical conditions, prescription medications, etc.).
Deposit: PAYPAL (We recommend this option because it is easier, faster, and more secure). You can make the payment on our website by clicking on the "Pay Online" button. You can also pay directly to wariadventures@gmail.com. Both options require a 6% fee for PayPal and the bank, but on this first payment, you do not need to pay this tax (Wari Adventures will assume it). Just pay 50% in advance (prepayment). Once you have made your PayPal payment, please email us a copy of the transaction to continue with your reservation.

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