Mountain Biking

ALONG THE COFFEE TRAIL (6 Days)

This trip takes us from Cusco to the fertile jungle soil where coffee is grown, pedalling for 6 days along incredible trails, and through the most diverse vegetation. We will go from enjoying delicious thermal baths in the cold mountain climate, to the comfort of a fabulous coffee estate in the middle of the warm and humid jungle lands.

Day 1 – Cusco – Lares

Max. Elevation: 4470m / 14665f
Min. Elevation: 3200m / 10500f
Difficult level: 2 - 3
Average riding distance: 35km
Estimated riding time: 4 hours

The bus picks us up early from our hotel in Cusco, to take us in about three hours to the highest point on the road between Cusco and the Lares Valley (4470m/ 14,665ft). Depending on how energetic we are feeling, we can get out a short way before the pass to ride up to it. Once we are at the pass, we start what will be a tranquil day of downhill on the road, past many beautiful spots, to the town of Lares. Half way down, we stop to enjoy a delicious lunch, while soaking up the view.

When we get to Lares we find time to relax in the delicious thermal baths. Later on there is a great dinner waiting for us, and a precious moment to share beneath the stars.

Meals: L, D
Accommodation: Camp

Day 2 – Lares – Quebrada Honda

Max. Elevation: 3200m / 10500f
Min. Elevation: 1150m / 3780f
Difficult level: 2 - 3
Average riding distance: 70km
Estimated riding time: 6 hours

After an energizing breakfast we will begin our day with a short trip to Choquecancha, to vist the town and the ruins of the same name. After the visit we take our bicycles and start pedalling on the down hill path which will gradually lead us into what is known as the “ceja de selva”, or edge of the jungle. In contrast to the cold and dry air of the previous day, we enjoy a pleasant climate, hot and humid, telling us that we are entering the jungle.

Meals: B, L, D
Accommodation: Camp

Day 3 – Quebrada Honda - Chahuares

Max. Elevation: 1150m / 3780f
Min. Elevation: 600m / 1970f
Difficult level: 2 - 3
Average riding distance: 60km
Estimated riding time: 6 hours

Unlike yesterday, today´s trip is slightly flatter, with some gentle climbs. The steep mountains of the highlands begin to give way to more level ground, which allow the cultivation of crops and fruit orchards. Arriving at the end of our trip, we witness the joining of the river we have been following (Yanatile river) with the great Vilcanota ravine.

Meals: B, L, D
Accommodation: Camp

Day 4 – Chahuares – Kimiarato Estate

Max. Elevation: 920m / 3020f
Min. Elevation: 600m / 1970f
Difficult level: 3
Average riding distance: 45km
Estimated riding time: 5 hours

Most of today´s trip is up hill and flat ground. As always, we are at liberty to ride our bicycles or get into our private bus to enjoy the scenery from inside. A few kilometres along the main road and we take a turning to our final destination at the Kimiarato Estate. After three nights of camping, we are able to enjoy all the commodities of the exclusive TANIT TRAILS bungalows.

Meals: B, L, D
Accommodation: Bungalows at Kimiarato Estate

Day 5 – Kimiarato Estate

Today, the cyclists will surely want to explore part of the 6000 hectares of the estate by bicycle. However, there may be others who prefer to cover the distance on horseback, walk along the trails, or simply relax in the estate. In the afternoon we enjoy a delicious barbecue, and why not a bottle of fine wine; a well deserved reward after several days of hard yet beautiful travelling.

Meals: B, L, D
Accommodation: Bungalows

Day 6 – Kimiarato Estate - Cusco

Max. Elevation: 4300m / 14110 f
Min. Elevation: 2830m / 9285f
Difficult level: 2 - 3
Average riding distance: 40km
Estimated riding time: 3 hours

The time to return to the city of Cusco has come. Our private bus takes us approximately 130kms (5 hours) to the Malaga Pass (4300m/ 14,110ft). At this point we get back on our bikes for our last descent of approximately 40 kms to the Inca town of Ollantaytambo (we can also choose a 20km radical downhill). We are now only 2 hours away from the city of Cusco, where we arrive at sunset.

Meals: B, L

MACHU PICCHU EXTENSION:

An extra night in Ollantaytambo Inca Town (final part of our last day’s biking downhill) is recommended. The next day we take the early Vistadome Train which takes us in an hour and a half trip to Aguas Calientes town. We enjoy a full day guided visit to Machu Picchu, returning to Cusco during the afternoon.

Included:

• Mountain bike
• Helmet
• Biking gloves
• Transportation from your hotel to the departure point and constant vehicle support during the bike ride.
• English speaking guide
• Mechanic / Assistant guide (when 3 clients or more)
• Meals listed in the itinerary
• First aid kit
• Cook and cooking equipment
• Accommodation for our guides and cooks
• Personal tents (in double accommodation)
• One mattress per person
• Dining tent with tables and chairs
• Kitchen tent
• Accommodation at Kimiarato Estate

Not included:

• Sleeping bag (rental available)
• Tips: Tipping is optional in any case

We recommend you to bring:

• Daypack to carry your personal belongings
• Camera
• Light jacket for wind and occasional rain during the biking
• Strong footwear (biking shoes, trekking boots or sport shoes)
• Sun block
• Sun glasses
• Non disposable water canteen. We provide you with fresh water in order to avoid using plastic bottles
• Insect repellent
• Duffle bag with change of clothes
• Warm clothes for the first night
• Rain Jacket and/or Poncho
• Light clothing for the jungle (light long sleeved shirts and pants)
• Sleeping bag
• Flashlight and batteries
• Towel
• Swimsuit
• Snacks will be provided by our staff, but if you are used to special energy snacks we recommend you to bring them with you.
• Cash in soles (no ATM machines available out of Cusco City)

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