Highlights
- He drives a quad bike through the Cusqueña puna, following a dirt route surrounded by mountains, grasslands and herds belonging to the communities of the area.
- It reduces much of the traditional tour’s hike, an advantage for those who want to reserve energy for the final climb to the viewpoint.
- Cross dirt and stone land, with possible puddles, dust, small slopes and slippery sectors according to the season.
- Observe alpacas and llamas during the journey, animals that are part of the economy and daily life of the high Andean families.
- Travel close to the Ausangate massif, one of the main mountainous formations of the Vilcanota Mountain Range.
- Walk between deep red slopes, with less concentration of visitors than in the main viewpoint during certain times.
Trip Details
- Duration: Full day.
- Reference time of pickup: 4:00 a.m.
- Estimated return time: Between 4:30 p.m. and 6:00 p.m.
- End point: Plaza Regocijo, Plaza de Armas or coordinated point.
- Initial transport: Van, minivan or tourist bus.
- Adventure transport: Individual quad bike, according to the confirmed booking.
- General difficulty:
- Driving difficulty:
- Walking difficulty: Moderate to high by altitude.
- Departures: Subject to availability, route status and access authorization.
Itinerary
Pick up from the hotel in Cusco
Highlight of this stage: Leave before dawn to reach the Vinicunca area during the early hours of the day.
At 4:00 a.m., we will start picking up from hotels located in the historic center of Cusco and areas included in the operation.
Some downtown streets do not allow vehicles to enter, so a close meeting point could be assigned.
The journey will begin in the early morning. We recommend to take an accessible coat and rest during the journey.
The guide will provide initial information about the program, expected weather and driving conditions.
General technical data
- Total duration: Between 12 and 14 hours.
- Ground transportation: Tourist vehicle.
- Adventure transport:
- Walk: Between 30 minutes and 2 hours accumulated.
- Maximum altitude: About 5,000 meters.
- Difficulty:
Technical Details
- Transportation: Tourist vehicle.
- pick-up time: 4:00 a.m.
- Initial altitude: Approximately 3,399 meters.
- Difficulty:
- Recommendation: Be ready at least 10 minutes before.
- Type of road: Asphalt road.
- Distance between quad bikes.
Inclusions
- Pick-up from the stated hotel area or a nearby coordinated point when vehicle access is restricted.
- Tourist transportation in a vehicle selected according to the group size and route conditions.
- Breakfast at a selected local establishment, according to the itinerary.
- Lunch at a selected local restaurant; dietary requests must be reported in advance.
- Transfer to the base. as part of the confirmed itinerary.
- Individual quad bike, when listed on the reservation. as part of the confirmed itinerary.
- as part of the confirmed itinerary.
- Security Talk. as part of the confirmed itinerary.
- Driving practice. as part of the confirmed itinerary.
- Required safety equipment for the activity, provided according to the operator standards.
- as part of the confirmed itinerary.
- Professional guide for route coordination, assistance and interpretation of the main sites.
- Entry to Vinicunca when indicated on the reservation. as part of the confirmed itinerary.
- I enter the Red Valley when confirmed. as part of the confirmed itinerary.
- Walking rods. as part of the confirmed itinerary.
- as part of the confirmed itinerary.
- Emergency oxygen for initial assistance at altitude; it does not replace professional medical care.
- Assisted by Peceros Agency Travel. as part of the confirmed itinerary.
- Operational assistance before and during the tour for the services included in the booking.
- Accommodation before or after the tour unless it is expressly listed in the package.
- Bottled water, snacks and additional drinks purchased during the route.
- Meals not specifically indicated in the itinerary, including personal orders and upgrades.
- Horse service, which is hired and paid directly to the local provider when available.
- Personal travel insurance, including medical care, evacuation and trip interruption coverage.
- Professional medical care or evacuation expenses required during the trip.
- Personal medicines and treatments prescribed for the traveler.
- Repairs for damage caused by reckless driving.; this cost is payable directly by the traveler when required.
- Tips for guides, drivers, cooks or support staff; gratuities are voluntary.
- ; this cost is payable directly by the traveler when required.
- Services not mentioned.; this cost is payable directly by the traveler when required.
Upgrades
- Individual quad bike guaranteed; Reference Price: From USD 20 additional
- Quad for two people; Reference Price: Under confirmation
- Entry to Vinicunca; Reference Price: According to communal rate in force
- Entry into the Red Valley; Reference Price: According to communal rate in force
- Walking poles; Reference Price: From USD 8 per pair
- Horse for part of the pedestrian section; Reference Price: From PEN 80
- Additional thermal gloves; Reference Price: From USD 8
- Poncho for rain; Reference Price: From USD 5
- Private transfer from remote hotel; Reference Price: From USD 20
- Private Guide; Reference Price: From USD 60 per group
- Individual portable oxygen; Reference Price: From USD 20
- Personalized Diet Menu; Reference Price: From USD 10
- Action chamber; Reference Price: Low Quote
- Safe for adventure activity; Reference Price: Low Quote
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| Feature | Expedition | Vistadome | Observatory | Hiram Bingham |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Windows | Standard Panoramic | Full Panoramic (Roof & Walls) | Full Panoramic (Roof & Walls) | Large Classic Windows |
| Seating Layout | Seats facing each other with table | Leather seats, facing each other | Leather seats, spacious | Plush armchairs, elegant dining tables |
| Food & Drinks | Available for purchase | Light snack & non-alcoholic drinks | Light snack & non-alcoholic drinks | Gourmet Lunch/Dinner & Open Bar |
| Entertainment | Ambient Andean Music | Cultural Dance & Fashion Show (Return) | Live Music & Cultural Show | Live Band in Bar Car |
| Special Features | - | - | Access to open-air balcony car | Includes bus, citadel ticket & guide |
| Estimated Price (One-way) | Desde $65 USD | Desde $85 USD | Desde $110 USD | Desde $490 USD |
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