The Huchuy Qosqo Horseback Ride 2 Days with Wonders of Peru Expeditions takes you on horseback through the highlands above the Sacred Valley to the remote Inca site of Huchuy Qosqo — a rarely visited archaeological complex perched at 3,600 m with commanding views of the Urubamba Valley and surrounding peaks.
This overnight horseback adventure combines riding through scenic highland terrain with a visit to one of the most photogenic and least crowded Inca sites near Cusco. You ride past sacred mountains, camp beside a high-altitude lake, and explore Inca ruins that most visitors to Peru never see. Our bilingual guide leads the way with full camping support and a professional cook.
Day 1 takes you on horseback from our ranch near Cusco through the highlands to Senqa Mountain and on to the shores of Qoricocha Lake for an overnight camp. Day 2 continues riding through Andean landscapes to Huchuy Qosqo, where your guide leads a tour of the ruins before a scenic descent to the Sacred Valley town of Lamay for a traditional lunch and return to Cusco.
2 Days,
8
English, Spanish
This 2-day horseback ride reaches 4,000 m at Qoricocha Lake. Moderate riding experience and reasonable fitness are recommended.
Moderate riding experience is recommended. You should be comfortable at walk and trot. A riding orientation is provided so you can get familiar with your horse.
Arrive in Cusco at least two days before the tour. The ride reaches 4,000 m, so acclimatization is important. Stay hydrated and avoid alcohol.
Comfortable riding pants, sturdy boots, warm layers, waterproof jacket, sunscreen, sunglasses, and a sun hat. Helmets are provided. Bring hiking shoes for the descent from Huchuy Qosqo on Day 2.
Maximum rider weight is 86 kg (190 lbs).
