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Horseback Ride: Explore Cusco's Inca Temples
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Cusco
Embark on a horseback journey through Cusco’s sacred temples, exploring Inca heritage and breathtaking landscapes with expert guides. Discover Andean culture intimately.
Embark on a horseback journey through Cusco’s sacred temples, exploring Inca heritage and breathtaking landscapes with expert guides. Discover Andean culture intimately.
Duration:
4 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Inkilltambo - An Inca agricultural hub where sophisticated farming methods were utilized, brimming with ancient knowledge.
- Templo de la Luna - A mystical site that celebrates the sacred balance of feminine and masculine energies.
- Kusilluchayoc - El templo de los monos - Features stone-carved zoomorphic figures like monkeys, snakes, and…
- Inkilltambo - An Inca agricultural hub where sophisticated farming methods were utilized, brimming with ancient knowledge.
- Templo de la Luna - A mystical site that celebrates the sacred balance of feminine and masculine energies.
- Kusilluchayoc - El templo de los monos - Features stone-carved zoomorphic figures like monkeys, snakes, and toads, symbolizing natural forces and spiritual elements in the Andean perspective. Unlike other temples, the monkey is prominently displayed, requiring no imagination to recognize it, symbolizing visible and direct energy.
- Huayllarcocha - Chuspiyoq is a lesser-known yet profoundly spiritual Inca archaeological site. Its name is derived from Quechua and is associated with water, a revered element in the Andean belief system. It is thought to have been a ceremonial center for purification rituals and communion with nature, where the Incas celebrated the water cycle as a source of life and energy. Enveloped in tranquility and lush greenery, Chuspiyoq provides a mystical experience for those seeking something beyond typical tourist spots.
- Go Peru Now - Embark on a horseback riding tour through Andean landscapes and ancient trails linking sacred temples. This journey offers breathtaking views of the Cusco mountains, eucalyptus forests, and rural countryside, with an expert equestrian guide who will tailor the pace to match your experience level.
What's Included
- Safety helmets for all participants
- Bottled water
- Specialized guide in each archaeological site visited
- Horses trained and cared for responsibly
- Private transportation
- Expert guide to horse handling throughout the tour
- Safety helmets for all participants
- Bottled water
- Specialized guide in each archaeological site visited
- Horses trained and cared for responsibly
- Private transportation
- Expert guide to horse handling throughout the tour
What's Not Included
- Personal purchases of crafts at archaeological sites
- Activities not authorized by the guide or performed without the participation of the responsible team.
- Personal purchases of crafts at archaeological sites
- Activities not authorized by the guide or performed without the participation of the responsible team.
Additional Information
Embarking on a horseback journey through Cusco’s ancient temples unveils the region’s rich Inca heritage and stunning natural landscapes. Guided by a knowledgeable local expert, participants will explore the Inkilltambo Agricultural Center, Huayraqpunku Viewpoint, and the revered Temples of the Moon and Sun. The adventure concludes on a wooded trail,…
Embarking on a horseback journey through Cusco’s ancient temples unveils the region’s rich Inca heritage and stunning natural landscapes. Guided by a knowledgeable local expert, participants will explore the Inkilltambo Agricultural Center, Huayraqpunku Viewpoint, and the revered Temples of the Moon and Sun. The adventure concludes on a wooded trail, offering opportunities to jog or gallop while taking in the scenery. The tour wraps up with a brief walk along the Inca Trail, providing a spiritual conclusion to the experience. Suitable for all skill levels, this activity fosters a profound connection with Andean culture.
- The guide offers personalized assistance throughout the tour
- The pace of the route can be adapted according to the comfort of the passenger (step, jog or gallop)
- Not recommended for people with heart, back or pregnant problems
Location
Casa De La Gringa San Pedro Retreat Mountain House
Casa de la Gringa, Tambillo neighborhood, Cusco. We recommend taking a taxi from your accommodation. Our team will transfer you by private vehicle at the start of the tour. Arrive 30 minutes early to avoid delays.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.9
(31 Ratings)
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P9330tejamiem
Aug 22, 2026
Ride to Inka sites off the beaten path - Wonderful experience! Enjoyed the ride and chance to visit smaller Inka sites. Beautiful and peaceful.
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Todde513
Aug 12, 2026
Wonderful - This experience was excellent. Saturnino was a super fun guide and very accommodating. We enjoyed learning the history. And there’s no better way to see things than by horseback in my opinion. My daughters and I went, and although 1 of my daughters had relatively limited experience, she was comfortably trotting and loping at good speed at the end. Almost full gallop.
We’d absolutely do it again.
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97asimh
Aug 10, 2026
Amazing Horseback Riding Experience in Cusco - I had a really great horseback riding experience in Cusco. My horse was very calm and easy to ride, so I could really relax and enjoy the beautiful scenery.
Juan Carlos was a fantastic guide — friendly, professional, and very knowledgeable about the local area and culture. He made the whole experience even more enjoyable.
I had a wonderful time and would definitely recommend this tour. Thanks again, Juan Carlos.
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333antoinetteg
Jul 8, 2026
Great Experience, Be Aware of Timing! - The overall experience was really great, the guide(s) really are amazing with the horses and make sure you feel secure -- my friend and I ended up in a tour with people who had never ridden horses before and the guide was very attentive to them. They even switched their horses partway through if they didn't feel comfortable on their chosen animal. Firstly, it was very fun and if you are more experienced you can trot and gallop with the horses. The scenery is incredible all the way through. The spots are cool to visit and you get told history at each location as well as opportunities to take pictures.
Our pickup was about 20 minutes after we were informed we would be picked up though they were communicative the whole time. It says they provide water, but they stop at a shop so you can purchase water. If you have water, it's best to just bring it. Make sure to wear sunscreen! Lastly, we were done around 1pm but the transportation back to Cusco arrived about 30-45 minutes after that and they dropped us at Cusco at 2pm. This made it difficult for my friend and I to make our next reservation later in the day, so just be aware of that.
Overall, I highly recommend, just be aware of some of the things listed, nothing that would keep anyone from doing the tour but might help with planning and timing.
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Julie
Jun 14, 2026
Family Friendly - This horse ride was perfect for me and my 12 year old daughter. Gentle horses, wonderful guides and you gotta learn quite a bit about the area. I highly recommend this.
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David_j
May 31, 2026
The horse back trip was... - The horse back trip was amazing. Our guy made sure to match us with horses according to you experience with horse riding. Since I’m was in experience he had one of his family members lead my horse the whole trip. The guide was extremely informative of the Inca site and history. You could tell he was very proud of his heritage.
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Pranavs437
May 26, 2026
Fun half day activity for everyone! - Saturnino and crew are a bunch of passionate people, of the culture, their roots, and the horses. The tour was absolutely fascinating, both the guides really knowledgeable, ensuring we have the best experience, trodding on our horses through the valley. Learnt so much, had a lot of fun riding the horses and the energy they brought to the tour was really a highlight. Highly recommend you do this unique experience to get closer to the local culture.
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F9124ayallisonk
May 25, 2026
More than just a trail ride - My group and I booked this as our first tour in Cusco, and it was truly an unforgettable experience. Our guide, Saturnino, was absolutely wonderful and treated us like lifelong friends from the moment we arrived. He even offered his home to us if we ever needed anything during our stay. Before the ride, he introduced us to each horse with such care and detail, making sure everyone was perfectly matched.
As we rode, we would occasionally dismount to give the horses a break while Saturnino guided us through hidden ruins and temples that most tourists never get to see. His passion for his culture, history, and horses was incredible, and his excitement to share that knowledge with us made the experience so special. We learned so much about Inca history and even picked up a few Inca words along the way.
The atmosphere was so welcoming, not only from Saturnino but also from the two ladies helping the less experienced riders. As an equestrian myself, I was especially impressed by how well cared for and loved the horses were. The trail from the pasture was breathtaking and truly felt like stepping away from civilization into another world.
I would recommend this tour to absolutely anyone visiting Cusco. It’s so much more than a horseback ride — it’s an authentic cultural experience told from a local native perspective, and it ended up being one of the highlights of our entire trip.
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Rodelinj2023
May 9, 2026
It was a very informative tour and I learned how to ride a horse - It was a very informative tour and I learned how to ride a horse . The guides were very helpful
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58tessal
May 4, 2026
Excellent - Ridding the Horse was truly excellent with wonderful views all around! (Make sure your phone is with your guide so that you can take photos at every stop!)
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