Horseback Adventure through the Sacred Temples of Cusco Discount Tickets

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Overview

A horseback ride through the ancient temples of Cusco reveals the rich Inca heritage and natural beauty of the region. With an expert local guide, participants will enjoy a tour that includes the Inkilltambo Agricultural Center, Huayraqpunku Viewpoint, and the sacred Temples of the Moon and Sun. The experience culminates in a forested path where you can jog or gallop, while appreciating the surroundings. At the end of the tour, a short walk along the Inca Trail offers a spiritual closure to the trip. Designed for all levels, this activity ensures deep contact with Andean culture.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

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.

Pickup Information

When booking, please indicate clearly your pick-up point within the city of Cusco (hotel, Airbnb or landmark). Our team will pick you up 30 minutes before the start of the tour by private vehicle. We ask you to be ready and visible in the agreed place to facilitate a punctual departure. If your accommodation is located outside the urban area of Cusco, please contact us in advance to coordinate a nearby meeting point. Our goal is to give you a safe, comfortable and hassle-free experience from the get-go.

Language Offered

German-GUIDE

English-GUIDE

Spanish-GUIDE

Itinerary

1. Inkilltambo
Inca agricultural centre where advanced cultivation techniques were applied. A place full of ancient wisdom.
Duration: 20 mins
2. Templo de la Luna
Mystical place where the sacred duality of female and male energy is honored.
Duration: 20 mins
3. Kusilluchayoc - El templo de los monos
Stone-sculpted zoomorphic figures such as monkeys, snakes and toads stand out, representing forces of nature and spiritual aspects in the Andean worldview. Unlike other temples, the monkey is openly displayed, without the need for imagination to identify it, making it a symbol of visible and direct energy.
Duration: 20 mins
4. Huayllarcocha
Chuspiyoq is a little known but deeply spiritual Inca archaeological site. Its name comes from Quechua and is linked to water, a sacred element in the Andean worldview. It is believed that it was a ceremonial center dedicated to purification rituals and connection with nature, where the Incas honored the life cycle of water as a source of life and energy. Surrounded by silence and greenery, Chuspiyoq offers a mystical experience for those looking for something beyond classic tourist destinations.
Duration: 20 mins
5. Horseback riding tour through Andean landscapes and ancestral trails connecting sacred temples. During this journey you will enjoy panoramic views of the Cusco mountains, eucalyptus forests and local countryside, accompanied at all times by an expert equestrian guide who will adapt the pace to your level of experience.
Duration: 120 mins

Inclusion

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

Exclusion

Personal purchases of crafts at archaeological sites

Activities not authorized by the guide or performed without the participation of the responsible team.

Cancellation Policy

Check mark icon Refundable tickets

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
  • 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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

Supplied by Horsesback Trail Cusco

Reviews

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Based on 31 reviews

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