Experience Sacred Valley horseback Riding on a private full-day journey through Chinchero, Maras, and Moray. Ride a Peruvian Paso horse for approximately five hours across peaceful Andean trails, visit remarkable Inca sites and the Maras Salt Mines, and enjoy a scenic picnic lunch surrounded by the mountains of the Sacred Valley.

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US$245 per Person • Private Tour • Full Day • Approx. 5 Hours Horseback Riding • Picnic Lunch • Hotel Pickup

What Is the Sacred Valley Horseback Riding Tour?

Sacred Valley horseback Riding is a private full day experience combining approximately five hours on horseback with cultural and archaeological visits to Chinchero, Maras, Moray, and the Maras Salt Mines.

Ride well trained Peruvian Paso horses through rural Andean landscapes accompanied by a professional English-speaking guide and local horseman. The experience also includes private transportation from Cusco or the Sacred Valley and a picnic lunch during the journey.

No previous horseback riding experience is required.

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Why Choose This Sacred Valley Horseback Riding Tour?

This experience is designed for travelers who want more than a short horseback ride. With approximately five hours on horseback, you’ll explore a larger section of the Sacred Valley while combining nature, Inca history, traditional communities, and spectacular mountain scenery.

Sacred Valley horseback Riding Maras Departure

Full-Day Horseback Riding Experience

Unlike shorter horseback tours, this full-day route gives you more time on the trails and a deeper experience of the Andean countryside around Chinchero, Maras, and Moray.

Ride Peruvian Paso Horses

Ride well-trained Peruvian Paso horses, known for their naturally smooth gait and comfortable riding characteristics.

100% Private Tour

The experience operates privately for your party, allowing the riding pace and stops to be adapted to your group.

Picnic Lunch in the Andes

Enjoy a picnic lunch surrounded by the landscapes of the Sacred Valley, giving you time to rest and appreciate the scenery before continuing your journey.

Sacred Valley Horseback Riding Itinerary

Private Hotel Pickup

Your full day adventure begins with private pickup from your hotel in Cusco or the Sacred Valley. Travel through the Andes toward Chinchero while enjoying views of agricultural fields, mountain landscapes, and traditional communities.

Chinchero – Inca Culture and Textiles

Visit Chinchero, known for its Inca terraces, colonial heritage, and traditional Andean weaving. You’ll have an opportunity to visit a local textile center and learn about traditional weaving techniques before continuing toward the horseback riding area.

Meet Your Peruvian Paso Horse

At the ranch, meet your Peruvian Paso horse, professional guide, and local horseman. Before departure, you’ll receive basic riding and safety instructions and have time to become comfortable with your horse.

Horseback Ride Through the Sacred Valley

Begin your horseback journey across peaceful Andean trails surrounded by farmland, mountains, and traditional rural landscapes, the extended route allows you to experience areas of the Sacred Valley that most travelers only see from a vehicle.

Maras

Ride through the countryside surrounding Maras, a traditional Andean town located between the highlands and the Sacred Valley. Enjoy panoramic views and rural scenery as you continue toward Moray.

Moray Inca Terraces

Reach Moray, one of the most distinctive archaeological sites in the region and explore its remarkable circular terraces with your guide and learn about their importance within the Inca world before continuing the horseback journey.

Scenic Picnic Lunch

Stop at a scenic location for a picnic lunch surrounded by the Andean landscape. Take time to rest, enjoy the mountain views, and recharge before continuing the second part of your full day experience.

Maras Salt Mines

Continue toward the spectacular Maras Salt Mines, where thousands of traditional salt pools descend along the mountainside, during your visit, learn how natural saline water feeds the pools and how local families continue the traditional salt-harvesting process today.

Private Return to Your Hotel

After completing the day’s horseback riding and cultural visits, meet your private transportation for the return journey. Relax during the drive back to your hotel in Cusco or the Sacred Valley.

What You’ll Experience

• Approximately five hours of horseback riding
• Peruvian Paso horses
• Chinchero and traditional Andean culture
• Rural landscapes around Maras
• Moray Inca terraces
• Maras Salt Mines
• Panoramic Sacred Valley and mountain views
• Traditional Andean communities and farmland
• Scenic picnic lunch
• Private guide and local horseman

What’s Included

• Private hotel pickup and drop-off
• Private round trip transportation
• Peruvian Paso horse
• Approximately 5 hours of horseback riding
• Professional English-speaking guide
• Local horseman
• Basic riding and safety instructions
• Picnic lunch
• Bottled water
• Guided visits according to the itinerary

What’s Not Included

• Archaeological entrance tickets
• Maras Salt Mines entrance fee
• Additional food and drinks
• Personal expenses
• Travel insurance
• Gratuities for your guide and local horseman

Horseback Riding Weight Limit

For the safety of our guests and the well being of our horses, the maximum rider weight is 92 kg (203 lbs). Please consider this requirement before booking your experience.

Is Sacred Valley Horseback Riding Suitable for Beginners?

Yes. Previous horseback riding experience is not required. Before departure, your guide and local horseman provide basic instructions and help you become comfortable with your horse. However, this is an extended full day experience with approximately five hours of horseback riding, so travelers should be comfortable spending several hours outdoors and on horseback.

What to Bring

• Comfortable pants suitable for horseback riding
• Closed-toe shoes
• Light jacket or layers
• Sun hat
• Sunglasses
• Sunscreen
• Camera or smartphone
• Small backpack
• Cash in Peruvian soles
• Rain protection during the wet season

Best Time for Horseback Riding in the Sacred Valley

The tour operates throughout the year. The dry season, generally from April to October, usually provides drier trails and clearer mountain views, during the rainy season, the countryside becomes especially green and beautiful, although trail conditions and weather can be more variable.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the Sacred Valley horseback Riding tour?

The complete experience lasts approximately 9 hours, including transportation, cultural visits, stops, and approximately 5 hours of horseback riding.

Which places do we visit?

The route combines Chinchero, Maras, Moray, and the Maras Salt Mines, together with rural Andean trails and panoramic landscapes.

How many hours do we spend horseback riding?

You’ll spend approximately 5 hours on horseback, making this a substantially longer riding experience than a standard half-day tour.

Do I need previous horseback riding experience?

No. Previous experience is not required. Basic instructions are provided before departure, and a professional guide and local horseman accompany the experience.

What type of horses do you use?

The tour uses Peruvian Paso horses, known for their smooth gait and comfortable riding characteristics.

Is this a private horseback riding tour?

Yes. The tour operates as a private experience for your party.

Is lunch included?

Yes. A picnic lunch is included during the full-day experience.

What is the maximum rider weight?

The maximum rider weight is 92 kg (203 lbs) for rider safety and the well-being of the horses.

Are entrance tickets included?

No. Archaeological entrance tickets and the Maras Salt Mines entrance fee are paid separately.

Is this tour suitable for beginners?

Yes, beginners can participate. However, because the tour includes approximately five hours of horseback riding, it is better suited to travelers comfortable with a longer outdoor experience.

Can you pick me up from the Sacred Valley?

Yes. Private pickup can be arranged from Cusco or the Sacred Valley, according to your confirmed reservation.

Explore the Sacred Valley on Horseback

Discover the landscapes, history, and traditional communities of the Andes on a full-day Sacred Valley horseback Riding experience. Ride a Peruvian Paso horse for approximately five hours through Chinchero, Maras, and Moray, visit the Maras Salt Mines, enjoy a scenic picnic lunch, and travel with your own professional guide, local horseman, and private transportation.

US$245 per Person • Full Day • 100% Private • Approx. 5 Hours Horseback Riding • Minimum 2 Participants

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