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Six days of mountain biking, high‑altitude hiking and Inca history linking Cusco to Machu Picchu. Ride down the Sacred Valley, hike the classic 12 km Inca approach, and finish with sunrise views at the Sun Gate.
Six days of mountain biking, high‑altitude hiking and Inca history linking Cusco to Machu Picchu. Ride down the Sacred Valley, hike the classic 12 km Inca approach, and finish with sunrise views at the Sun Gate.
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You step off the morning train at KM 104 and the canyon exhales: waterfalls calling you up narrow stone paths, terraces rising like steps carved by patient hands. The route threads between cultivated fields and crumbling Inca masonry, and the air—thin and bright—pulls at your breath as you gain real elevation toward the Sun Gate.
moderate.
6 days (multi‑day; several 4–8 hour activity days).
Good baseline fitness for sustained hikes and full‑day biking at altitude; previous multi‑hour hiking/cycling experience helpful
This itinerary includes the specified train segments and park admissions for the listed days; confirm exact ticket names and times on your booking voucher.
Altitude is a central factor—expect symptoms like headache or shortness of breath; acclimatize in Cusco, stay hydrated, and notify guides if symptoms worsen.
The downhill stages use wide dirt roads and are suitable for riders with basic off‑road confidence; guides can adjust pace and suggest partial transfers if needed.
Luggage beyond a small daypack is usually stored at hotels and transported by vehicle or train as outlined in the itinerary—pack a compact overnight bag for the KM 104 hike.
The route visits Inca agricultural experiments at Moray and centuries‑old salt pans at Maras—places where pre‑Columbian engineering shaped local food systems.
Stick to marked trails, avoid feeding wildlife, and support local cooperatives; high‑traffic sites like Machu Picchu use visitor limits to reduce wear on fragile stonework.
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