Ride out of Cusco for a six-hour horse expedition to lesser-known Inca sites—Inkilltambo, Kallachaka and Incawasi—traversing volcanic slopes and highland pastures. Beginner-friendly instruction, hotel transfers, a boxed lunch and helmets are included.
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You swing into the saddle as the first light warms the terraced hills outside Cusco, and the horses pick their way along dusty Inca trails. The air is thin and bright here—every inhalation reminds you you’re riding through a landscape the Inca once moved across by foot and by llama.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
6 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for people in basic fitness who can sit in the saddle for several hours; beginners are welcome after a short orientation.
Wildlife
History
These sites served as ceremonial stops, administrative checkpoints and messenger rest points in the Inca road system—built and adapted during the Wiracocha period to control movement across the Cusco valley.
Conservation
Stick to established trails, avoid touching carved stonework, and follow your guide’s instructions; supporting local guides helps preserve both the sites and community livelihoods.
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Acclimatize first
Spend at least a day in Cusco to reduce altitude effects—move slowly the first hours on the trail and hydrate frequently.
Footwear matters
Wear sturdy closed-toe shoes or light hiking boots—the terrain alternates between packed dirt and rocky tracks.
Sun protection
High-altitude sun is intense—bring a wide-brim hat, sunscreen and sunglasses even on cool mornings.
Tell the guide about health
Disclose weight, recent injuries, pregnancy, or back/neck issues—operators provide helmets and will match you to a suitable horse.
Closed-toe riding boots or hiking shoes
Protects your feet in stirrups and on rocky approaches.
Layered clothing (fleece and wind shell)
Highland weather shifts quickly—layers let you adjust for sun, wind and cool afternoons.
Sun hat and sunscreen
Necessary for high-altitude UV exposure during long, open sections.
summer
Reusable water bottle (1–2 L)
Staying hydrated mitigates altitude effects and keeps energy up on the ride.