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ATV Quad Bike Tour in Cusco: Moray, Maras and the Salt Mines

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ATV Quad Bike Tour in Cusco: Moray, Maras and the Salt Mines

ATV Quad Bike Tour in Cusco: An Unforgettable Adventure

ATV quad bike tours are a thrilling way to explore the natural landscapes around Cusco. Known in different countries as quad bikes, cuatrimotos, or ATVs (all-terrain vehicles), these four-wheeled vehicles offer a recreational riding experience across varied terrain. Watching the stunning Andean scenery roll by while riding through ancient Inca paths is a truly unique experience in Cusco.

Tour Route: Cruzpata – Moray – Maras – Salt Mines

Pick-up from your hotel at 6:30–7:00 a.m. (morning group) or 11:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m. (afternoon group). Transfer ~1 hour to the community of Cruzpata, where the ATV activity takes place. On the way, stop at viewpoints overlooking the majestic Sacred Valley.

Upon arriving, riders are fitted with safety equipment (helmet and gloves) and receive a detailed safety briefing and riding instructions. The route then begins across magnificent natural landscapes, following ancient Inca paths to:

  • Moray — the circular Inca agricultural terraces
  • Maras village
  • Salineras (Salt Mines) — the iconic pre-Inca salt pools

Along the way, enjoy views of the Sacred Valley, snow-capped mountains, and Andean peaks. Optional visit to the Quechua houses of Chinchero on request. Return to Cusco, ending near the Plaza de Armas (12:00 p.m. for morning group; 5:00 p.m. for afternoon group).

Half-Day Morning Tour Itinerary

  • Hotel pick-up before 7:00 a.m. → transfer to Cruzpata (~1 hr)
  • Briefing, introductions, safety equipment fitting
  • ATV activity: Moray – Maras – Salineras (~3 hrs)
  • Return to Cusco — end of service ~12:00 p.m.

Half-Day Afternoon Tour Itinerary

  • Hotel pick-up before 12:00 p.m. → transfer to Cruzpata (~1 hr)
  • Briefing, introductions, safety equipment fitting
  • ATV activity: Moray – Maras – Salineras (~3 hrs)
  • Return to Cusco — end of service ~5:00 p.m.

What Is Included

  • Hotel pick-up 30 minutes before departure
  • Transfers hotel–Cruzpata
  • Professional bilingual instructor (English/Spanish)
  • Safety equipment (helmet, gloves)
  • First aid kit

Not Included

  • Salineras entry (Peruvians: S/15 | Foreigners: S/20)
  • Tourist Ticket (Peruvians: S/40 | Foreigners: S/70)
  • Food, drinks, travel insurance, extra activities, tips
  • ATV photography and filming

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