E-Bike Peru: Cusco to Machu Picchu
An e-bike adventure through Peru’s Sacred Valley and high Andean passes, from Cusco to the iconic Machu Picchu
What's Included?
Activities & Certified Guides
All itinerary activities with local, expert, English-speaking guides and a bike mechanicAccommodation
8 nights in comfortable hotelsMeals
All breakfasts and lunchesTransfers & Support Vehicle
Airport transfers and everything in between, including a support vehicle to carry your kit or hop into if your legs need a restEquipment, Permits & Fees
Haibike S'Duro Full Suspension E-bike; all your permits and entry feesSmall Like-minded Groups
Solo-friendly by design, join our small n’ sociable groups of up to 14 like-minded, active and outdoorsy people…
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What's it like?
Explore off-the-beaten-track Peru by e-bike, cruising through remote Andean villages, past glaciated valleys and ancient sites like Sacsayhuamán and Pisac
E-bike to the surreal salt pans of Maras and onto the Inca crop terraces of Moray
Soak in the remote Lares hot springs after an epic mountain descent from Abra Lares pass (4,300m)
Enjoy a scenic train ride through cloud forest to explore the mystical hidden citadel of Machu Picchu
Key Information
Day 1
Welcome to Cusco
Welcome to Cusco, the heart of adventure in Peru! Look out for your driver at the arrivals gate of Cusco Airport, and enjoy the short but scenic journey to your hotel. Gather with your fellow travellers to begin your trip with lunch at a local restaurant followed by a welcome briefing from your guide. You're then free to head out into Cusco town (which sits at an elevation of 3400m) for a first afternoon getting to know each other ahead of your adventure. You will have an expert guide at your disposal to show you some of the highlights of this beautiful city. You may choose to start with the Plaza de Armas and visit its impressive cathedral. Qoricancha temple, once home to life-sized statues in solid gold, is another very popular option. If time permits, you could visit one of the bustling markets, full of tropical fruits fresh from the Amazon or even head up through the San Blas artisan district to San Cristobal church for a spectacular view over the red-tiled rooftops of Cusco.
Day 2
E-Biking Cusco Ruins
E-bike
Today is a superb introduction to the Inca heritage of Peru, as well as great acclimatisation riding at just over 3000m. After breakfast you’ll have a full briefing and e-bike fitting session before mounting your e-bike to begin the warm up ride around Cusco. This will be your chance to take the bike for its first spin, allowing you to get familiar with the handling and feel of the e-bike. As you warm up your legs, it's the perfect opportunity to get used to the bike's power assistance while enjoying the beautiful surroundings. Ride from Cusco into the hills to explore its remarkable Inca ruins. Kick off at the fortress of Sacsayhuaman, famous for its immense zigzagging stone ramparts, before cruising on to Puca Pucara and Tambomachay, known as the Incas’ ceremonial bath. Pedal along a mix of tarmac and dirt tracks with panoramic valley views, perfect for acclimatising to the altitude and getting comfy in the saddle. Your support vehicle stays close by, and you'll pause for a scenic lunch along the way.
Day 3
Into the Sacred Valley
E-bike
Escape the city traffic with a short transfer to Saylla, where your e-bike adventure through the Sacred Valley of the Incas begins. Pedal along quiet, little-used roads to the impressive Inca ruins of Tipón, famed for their intricate irrigation canals. If time permits, you can add in a detour to the pre-Inca city of Pikillacta before enjoying a picnic lunch overlooking Lake Huacarpay. Ride on towards Pisac, choosing to stick on the tarmac or take off and explore lesser-trodden dirt trails, all the while surrounded by terraced hillsides and mountain peaks.
Day 4
Pisac Ruins & Andean Villages
E-bike
Today’s ride is very versatile so it can be easily adapted to suit every level and ability. It’s an incredibly scenic route, combining Andean mountain passes, gentle descents and a lovely amble through the heart of the Sacred Valley of the Incas. Power up for an optional morning climb to the Pisac ruins, perched high above town, soaking up the sweeping views of the Sacred Valley before a thrilling descent back to town. Wander the artisan stalls of Pisac market before continuing, crossing the river to the small village of Taray. Follow the dirt road undulating alongside the beautiful River Urubamba between local villages and haciendas, where you’ll see traditional farming methods still in use against the beautiful backdrop of glaciated mountains and Inca ruins. On the way, stop to enjoy a picnic lunch on the river bank, before heading on to Urubamba (2900m) for the night. This charming town is surrounded by snow-capped mountains and rich in Quechua culture.
Day 5
Moray Terraces & Maras Salt Pans
E-bike
This morning begins with a short transfer to Chinchero, known for its colourful markets and weaving cooperatives, before riding across the Andean plains on undulating dirt tracks. Enjoy a lovely downhill to your lunch spot on the shores of the beautiful lake Huaypo. Hop on your bikes again and pedal on to the circular terraces of Moray thought to be an Inca agricultural laboratory (or UFO landing site, depending who you ask). If time, battery and energy levels allow, head along a dirt road to the dazzling Maras salt pans, where sparkling white pools cling to the mountainside. Return to your hotel in Urubamba for the evening.
Day 6
Trace the Urubamba River to Ollantaytambo
E-bike
Today’s ride takes you through lush fields and tiny hamlets as you follow rarely used dirt roads along the Sacred Valley. Cross the Urubamba River via an old railway bridge and ride beside ancient terraces towards the atmospheric Inca town of Ollantaytambo. Soon you’ll see the first vestiges of Inca ruins, vast terraces beside which you cycle. Today's lunch will be taken at El Albergue Farm, at a local organic farm and distillery with views of the Inca temple of Ollantaytambo, mount Pinkuylluna and the Veronica glacier. You’ll savour a Pachamanca feast, a traditional Andean meal slow-cooked under hot stones and can sample sugarcane liquor and coffee roasted on-site. Spend the afternoon exploring Ollantaytambo’s cobbled streets and towering fortress ruins.
Day 7
Remote Lares Valley Ride and Hot Springs
E-bike
Today’s an adventure into off-the-beaten-track Peru, up the valley of Huilloc and Patacancha, from where many of the colourfully dressed porters come from. Transfer up to over 4000m where you’ll hop on your e-bike and descend into the wild and remote Lares Valley. The area is famed for its traditional weaving villages and vast panoramas. Pass the village of Huaca Huasi and descend on a dirt road to the hot spring town of Lares to stop for a soak. Post lunch embark on a spectacular zigzag climb to Abra Lares (4300m). The reward? A 1300m descent of a lifetime through some of the most breathtaking valleys in the Andes, finishing in Calca’s main square. Head to your hotel for a well-earned rest after an epic day of e-biking.
Day 8
Discover Machu Picchu in a day
Driving
Board the train this morning, following the winding Urubamba River through lush cloud forest to Machu Picchu Town, the gateway to Machu Picchu. A short bus ride brings you to the awe-inspiring Lost City of the Incas. Explore its iconic temples, terraces and ceremonial plazas on a guided walking tour, and soak up the magnificent mountain views from one of the world’s most famous archaeological sites. Later, descend back to town and catch the train back along the Sacred Valley, with a final drive bringing you to Cusco by evening.
Day 9
Farewell Peru
After breakfast, your driver will collect you from your hotel in Cusco and transfer you to the airport in time for your onward flight.
The Area
Logistics
Starts
Cusco Airport
Any time on Day 1
Ends
Cusco Airport
Any time on Day 9
Transfers
Airport transfers are included in the main price if you arrive on Day 1 and depart on Day 9. Catch any flight you like into Cusco Airport on Day 1 and your host will pick you up on arrival. The usual hotel check-in time is at 14:00 and a welcome meeting will be hosted in the early evening. It is advisable to arrive the morning of Day 1 (or before) if possible, in order to have extra time to acclimatise.
On Day 9, your host will drop you off at the airport for your departure flight at any time. If you are connecting with an international flight, we recommend that you arrive in Lima at least three hours before your flight departs. If you are arriving or departing outside of Days 1 and 9, your host can arrange private airport transfers for an extra cost: see Optional Extras for details.
Travel options
International flights into Cusco from Europe or the US generally involve one or two changes, often via Lima. If you prefer to break up the journey, you could consider flying into Lima a day early, then booking an onward flight to Cusco the following day.
Day 1
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Day 2 – Day 8
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Day 9
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
What is the food like?
Mornings will begin with a buffet of granola, fresh fruit, eggs, toast, jams, and traditional delicacies and local flavours, accompanied by hot drinks and juice. For lunches, you'll enjoy different picnics, ranging from self-serve gourmet sandwich buffets on riverbanks to panoramic restaurant picnics overlooking Huaypo Lake, with options like quiche, roast chicken in elderberry sauce, fresh salads, local potatoes, and drinks like maracuya or chicha morada. On route to Ollantaytambo you’ll get the chance to try pachamanca, a traditional Andean feast cooked with hot stones buried in the earth. For dinner, you’ll have the option to try the rich and distinctive flavours of local Peruvian cuisine. This region is renowned for iconic dishes like cuy (guinea pig) and alpaca steaks accompanied by potatoes, yam, corn, fresh salads and a variety of sauces.
Vegetarians, vegans and other dietary requirements and allergies can be catered for – please just request this on your passenger info form.
What is the accommodation like?
Cusco
You’ll spend three nights (on Day 1, Day 2 and Day 8) in twin-share ensuite rooms at Hotel Xima. Perfectly located just a short walk from Cusco’s lively Plaza de Armas and the bustling San Pedro market, this modern, comfortable hotel offers spacious rooms and a peaceful courtyard garden. There’s also an on-site wellness spa if you fancy a massage to ease those cycling muscles. The host may instead use a similar property of the same standard in Cusco, in which case you would be informed of any adjustments in advance.
Pisac
You'll spend one night at Hotel Royal Inka (or a similar hotel) in the majestic Sacred Valley of the Incas. Rooms are furnished in a rustic style and have beautiful views of the mountains. The hotel is a 15-minute walk from the center of Pisac, and it offers free WiFi as well as serving a large buffet breakfast, consisting of fruit, cereal, and hot dishes.
Urubamba
You'll spend two nights at the Hotel Amaru Valle (or similar hotel) in the town of Urubamba. Just four blocks from the Plaza de Armas, it's in a quiet, safe area with easy access on foot. The hotel is characterised by its picturesque houses, arranged in a large garden. All rooms are decorated with wooden furniture, have natural lighting and the windows and balconies have views of the gardens. The ensuite rooms are on a twin-share basis.
Ollantaytambo
You'll spend two nights at The Tunupa Lodge Hotel (or similar hotel) located in Ollantaytambo in ensuite, twin-share rooms. Its beautiful gardens and Inca terraces have panoramic views of Nevado Apu la Veronica, the Ollantaytambo Archaeological Park. Don't forget to stop and say hello to the family of alpacas that live onsite!
Upgrades
For solo travellers looking for their own space, an optional private room and tent can be booked for an extra charge, see Optional Extras for the price. Please request this at the time of booking (this is subject to availability).
This trip has been rated as Moderate
This is an e-bike adventure, using pedal-assisted electric bikes designed to provide extra support when you need it most. The full-suspension power assistance of the e-bikes give you a welcome boost, especially at altitude. That said, you should still be comfortable cycling back-to-back days, of up to 70km per day, and with the elevations specified in the itinerary.
The route weaves through a variety of landscapes, from gravel tracks and donkey trails to mountain passes and undulating paved roads. Most of the riding isn’t technical, though there are occasional rougher sections of loose gravel, and steeper climbs where your guide will be on hand to assist. It’s preferable to have some experience riding on uneven terrain, gravel tracks and off-road trails and the ability to ride simple off-road descents is essential. You don’t need to be a technical rider, but being confident handling a bike on mixed surfaces will enhance your overall experience.
Do I need to have experience riding an e-bike? E-bikes are designed to be user-friendly and accessible for all skill levels. That said, having some off-road experience and basic bike-handling skills is important, as e-bikes tend to be heavier than regular bikes. It's also helpful to be comfortable riding a variety of trails, including downhill sections, along with managing your balance, and making sharp turns, as this will make your experience more enjoyable.
Style of Riding: Mixed Terrain This trip offers a varied riding experience across both paved and unpaved surfaces on a mountain bike. You'll mostly ride on quiet roads that are largely smooth with the occasional pothole, crack, or rough patch. You'll also follow some wide gravel tracks and hard-packed dirt paths that can be bumpy or uneven in places. While the terrain is diverse, it remains non-technical throughout — no advanced bike handling skills are required.
Terrain breakdown Mix of rarely used dirt roads and asphalt
What if i need to skip an activity?
The daily rides are flexible and the support vehicle travels nearby at all times, so you can ride as much or as little as you like — distances, routes and timings can be adjusted on the day depending on weather, group ability and energy levels.
What will I need to carry?
All your accommodation is pre-booked, and your luggage is transferred from one point to the next. As everything will be transported by the support vehicle which you will have access to throughout the day, you can cycle completely unburdened. We do suggest bringing a small bumbag or riding with a light backpack (15L). This is to to carry basic essentials whilst cycling, items like a phone, sun cream and a hydration pack (water bottle holders are not easy to fit to the e-bikes used). The support van carries tools and spare bike parts if needed.
The one thing you can say for sure about the weather in Peru is that it is difficult to accurately predict. You can have beautifully clear hot days in the middle of the wet season and hail storms in the dry season. In the Andes, there are two distinct seasons – wet and dry. The dry season runs from May to October and you can expect clear skies, sunny days, with daytime temperatures of around 18-25ºC. The nights tend to be colder, and temperatures can drop significantly, so it's advisable to bring layers. The wet season runs from November to April and the weather can be unpredictable. Daytime temperatures are relatively mild, and it tends to be cloudier, with a higher chance of rain. Rainfall is usually heaviest from December to March.
We’re still waiting to collect any reviews from other travellers on this trip. However, all our hosts go through an extensive vetting process to ensure that your adventure is awesome.
Itinerary Activities
- Guided e-bike ride around Cusco's Inca Ruins
- Guided e-bike ride through the Scared Valley to Pisac
- Guided e-bike ride along the River Urubamba
- Guided e-bike ride to Moray & Maras
- Guided e-bike ride through Andrean villages to Ollantaytambo
- Guided e-bike ride in the Lares Valley
- Visit to Lares Hot Springs
- Guided visit to Machu Picchu
- Return scenic train journey from Ollantaytambo to Aguas Calientes
Guides
- Local, expert, English-speaking cycle guides and a bike mechanic
Accommodation
- 8 nights in a comfortable hotels
Meals
- All (8) buffet breakfasts
- 6 picnic lunches
- 1 Pachamanca lunch at El Albergue Farm
- 1 local restaurant lunch in Aguas Calientes
- Snacks while cycling
Transfers
- Arrival transfer from Cusco Airport on Day 1
- Departure transfer to Cusco Airport on Day 9
- All transfers during the trip
Equipment
- Haibike S'Duro Full Suspension E-bike
Support Vehicle
- A support vehicle is there to transfer your luggage, and for you to hop in to if your legs need a rest
Our trips are hassle-free by design. We include all the activities and equipment, as well as many of the meals, so you can simply rock up with your rucksack and share the adventure with your new pals.
Travel to and from the trip
Our trips do not include flights, trains or other travel to the start point and back from the end point.
Tips
Tips are not included in the trip cost. These are entirely at your discretion but there is an expectation to tip for good service. We suggest the below as a guideline:
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We recommend that your Guides are tipped personally, and would suggest between 150-180 soles per person.
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If the support vehicle were to receive around 100-150 soles in total from the group, this would be considered a reasonable tip
Of course, you are free to tip more or less, and the amount should be reflective of your perception of service and quality – a tip is not compulsory and should only be given when you receive excellent service.
Personal expenses
You know your own spending habits best, so please budget an appropriate amount for things like optional food and drinks, shopping and laundry.
Travel insurance
Travel insurance is compulsory for all of our adventures and you are required to provide your policy information before departing. Your insurance should include adequate protection for overseas medical treatment, evacuation/repatriation, your baggage and equipment and the specific activities involved on your adventure. We also strongly recommend it includes cancellation and curtailment insurance, should you be unable to join your trip for specific reasons such as illness. Our recommended travel insurance provider is Campbell Irvine, as their insurance offers all of the above.
Visas
Visa requirements often change, and you are responsible for obtaining any required visas for this trip. Please check with your nearest embassy or consulate for up-to-date advice.
Meals
Dinners have not been included, to allow you to sample some local restaurants of your choosing in the small towns you stay at. We recommend you budget about £10-15 per meal to cover these.
What do I need to bring?
CYCLE KIT
- Helmet (required)
- Cycling shoes (bring your own pedals too if using cleats)
- Saddle, if you would rather use your own
- Gel saddle cover (optional)
- Bumbag or small backpack with hydration pack for riding (optional)
CLOTHES
- Padded cycling shorts
- Sports top or cycling jersey
- Waterproof jacket
- Cycling gloves
- Buff or neck scarf
- T-shirts
- Underwear and socks
- Sleepwear
- Sunglasses
- Sunhat
- Sandals
- Fleece jacket or similar for the evenings
- Trousers/leggings for the evenings
- Trainers/sandals
- Swimwear
OTHER
- Duffel bag, rucksack or soft suitcase (max. 80L)
- Reusable water bottle
- Universal travel plug adapter
- Power bank or solar charger
- Passports (and visas)
- Travel insurance documents
- Ear plugs
- Insect repellent
- Suncream
- Personal first-aid kit
- Personal items (biodegradable toiletries, sanitary wear etc)
- Toilet kit (toilet paper, biodegradable bags to carry paper out to dispose of)
- Quick-dry towel
- Alcohol hand-gel
- Headtorch or small torch
- Biodegradable wet-wipes
Pre/Post night at Anahuarque Hotel, Cusco (Double/Twin)
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Pre/Post night at Anahuarque Hotel, Cusco (Double/Twin)
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Pre/Post night at Anahuarque Hotel, Cusco (Single)
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Pre/Post night at Anahuarque Hotel, Cusco (Single)
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Optional Private Room Upgrade (excludes the night of camping)
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Optional Private Room Upgrade (excludes the night of camping)
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Extra transfer to/from Cusco Airport (car for 1-2 people)
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Extra transfer to/from Cusco Airport (car for 1-2 people)
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Extra transfer to/from Cusco Airport (car for 3 people)
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Extra transfer to/from Cusco Airport (car for 3 people)
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Extra transfer to/from Cusco Airport (car for 4 people)
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Extra transfer to/from Cusco Airport (car for 4 people)
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We partner with the World Land Trust to ensure this trip achieves Net-Zero emissions. We also support their Buy an Acre program, helping local communities to buy and protect natural habitats in perpetuity.
What's the number?
It works out on average at 178kg of CO2 emissions per person, including all local transport, accommodation, food, activities, guides, staff and office operations.
The only thing it doesn’t include right now is flights and travel to the destination. We do make an overall estimate across all our customers separately, but as we don’t book flights, have customers from all corners of the world, and no way of reliably knowing their travel plans, we simply can’t include an individual number in the figure on display here. We’ve got a goal to fix that, so that when you book, there is a way to measure and mitigate the carbon emitted by your flight too.
But what does the number mean?
Yep, hard to picture eh? To give you an idea:
- Driving 1000 miles/1609km would be approximately 281kg of CO2 in an average car (or 140.5kg per person, if there were two of you in it).
- A return economy class flight between London and New York would be approximately 1619kg (1.66 tonnes) per person.
- 10 trees in a temperate forest are estimated to remove approximately 250kg of CO2 from the air in a period of 5-10 years.
What are we doing about it?
Our trips are relatively low-carbon by design, and we're working with all our hosts to develop long term carbon reduction plans. We partner with the World Land Trust to ensure this trip achieves Net-Zero emissions. We also support their Buy an Acre programme, helping local communities to buy and protect natural habitats in perpetuity, ensuring the protection of the reserve and its wildlife.
Want to know more?
Amazingly, no international travel company has ever publicly published their carbon measurements before, as far as we know. We believe that must change, quickly. So we’re openly sharing the method we used in the hope that other companies will be able to more easily follow suit and build on what we've done so far. You'll find it all here.
Experience the beauty of nature and uncover hidden gems of a destination on our E-Bike trips. The e-bike isn't just a fitness shortcut—it's your gateway to exploring further, reaching more remote and wild places. Rather than being seen as an "easy option," the e-bike serves as a powerful enabler, giving you the freedom to discover areas that would otherwise be difficult to access.
On our cycling trips, we’ve found a local guide who has put together a perfect route and will navigate for you all the way. We also send a van that transports your overnight luggage and provide high-quality bikes and delicious snacks to keep you going. Faff eliminated!
Riding an e-bike is your key to unlocking a whole new level of adventure! It feels similar to riding a regular bike, but with a little extra oomph from the electric motor. The motor provides a smooth, effortless boost on tough climbs or rough terrain, allowing you to focus on the journey and soak in the surroundings without getting overly fatigued. You’ll still need to pedal, but you can easily adjust the level of assistance to match your preferences. Essentially, it’s great fun and a fantastic way to explore further.
On an average ride with an e-bike, you'll provide about 75% of the effort, with your E-Bike assisting with the remaining 25%. There will be moments when you'll need to switch to Boost mode for short bursts of power, especially on challenging terrain or steep sections. However, most of your ride will be in Eco and Trail modes, with Eco mode often being your go-to on climbs to conserve battery life throughout the day. This balance ensures a smooth, enjoyable ride while still giving you the thrill of exploration.
E-bikes are designed to be user-friendly and accessible for all skill levels. That said, having some off-road experience and basic bike-handling skills is important, as e-bikes tend to be heavier than regular bikes. It's also helpful to be comfortable riding a variety of trails, including downhill sections, along with managing your balance, and making sharp turns, as this will make your experience more enjoyable.
You’ll be riding a Haibike S'Duro Full Seven E-bike (or similar), high-performance aluminum framed full suspension e-bike designed for a variety of terrains, from smooth roads to trails. These bikes are equipped with a Bosch Performance Line CX motor for excellent power on climbs and descents, and a Yamaha Lithium Ionen 36 Volt (500w/h) for long-lasting rides. Each bike comes with a mounted LCD digital display mounted for easy tracking of speed, distance, and battery status.
Before your trip, your host will ask for your height to ensure the correct frame size is provided. Each bike is equipped with standard flat pedals, and male/standard saddles. If you prefer to use your own saddle and pedals (including SPDs), feel free to bring them, and they’ll be fitted for you.
The power assistance on e-bikes is typically capped at around 25 kilometers per hour (15.5 miles per hour). If you want to go faster, you'll need to pedal harder! You can adjust the power levels to match your pace and terrain. Your cycling guide will brief you on how to use the different modes to optimise your ride and make the battery last: Eco Mode: Low power for energy efficiency, giving you a longer battery life on flat terrain. Auto Mode: Automatically adjusts the power based on terrain and your peddling effort for a more balanced ride. Sport Mode: Provides mid-range power, ideal for moderate hills and faster cruising. Turbo Mode: Delivers maximum power, perfect for steep hills or when you want to ride fast.
The e-bike batteries are typically charged overnight, usually at your accommodation. Each day’s route is designed to be comfortably doable on one e-bike battery with sensible use of the motor assist. If you whack it into ‘Turbo’ and freewheel your way through the Andes, you’ll likely run out of juice before lunch. Spare batteries are limited (they're tricky to import to Peru), so sensible battery management is all part of the adventure.
On some days, you'll cycle point to point; on others, there'll be a transfer of less than one hour to get you between locations. This helps keep you off busy roads and on the best cycling routes. The backroads of the Scared Valley take a bit of piecing together to ensure the riding will be fun and stress-free, and the van will provide some time to kick back and take it all in.
The guide ratio on this is trip is one per seven customers; this means that for groups of eight or more people, there will be two cycle guides. Throughout, you will be accompanied by a support vehicle driven by a bike mechanic.
The support vehicle will carry large containers of purified drinking water, so you’ll be able to top up your bottles throughout the ride. While a few hotels may have water filters, most don’t and sadly prefer to sell single-use plastic bottles. To help reduce waste, we recommend bringing a refillable water bottle with an integrated filter.
In the event of poor weather such as heavy rain, strong winds and/or storms, it is possible that conditions may become unsafe to complete the planned rides on this trip. Your guide will assess the conditions and weather forecasts and make a decision with your safety in mind. If it becomes necessary to make a change to the planned itinerary, an alternative route or activity will be offered.
Sure can! Over 70% of our travellers travel solo, it’s a great way to meet like-minded people.
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Our trips typically consist of a mix of solo travelers and small groups of 2 or 3 friends, with most in their 30s-50s.
Our sociable adventures are solo-friendly by design and naturally attract outdoorsy people with a shared mindset; a love for adventure, a desire to push themselves, and meet awesome, like-minded people along the way.
It’s this camaraderie that has so often turned a great adventure into a life-changing one.
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DEPARTURE DATES
Saturday 23rd May 2026
to Sunday 31st May 2026
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