Cusco: Sacred Valley by E-Bike

Morning: Pick-up from your hotel in Cusco at 7:00 a.m. Transfer to Kari Grande, the starting point of the circuit. Your guide will give a safety briefing and explain how to use the e-bike before starting the ride.

Mid-morning: Cycle along a rural trail toward Yunkaypata, a traditional Andean community where you’ll pause for a short rest. Continue uphill to Corao Pass, surrounded by panoramic mountain views.

Afternoon: Begin an exhilarating descent overlooking the village of Corao and its agricultural lands. Stop at a natural viewpoint of the Sacred Valley and the Vilcanota River, a perfect spot for photos.

Continue along country paths toward Taray, following the river through maize fields until reaching Calca, where the ride ends.

Return to Cusco by private transport.

Meals: Snack en route (L)

• Premium electric bike and helmet
• Private transport (Cusco ↔ Kari Grande / Calca ↔ Cusco)
• English/Spanish-speaking guide
• Snack and water
• Support vehicle
• Safety briefing and equipment

• Travel insurance
• Lunch in Calc
• Personal expenses or tips

• Comfortable sportswear (quick-dry fabric recommended)
• Light windbreaker or cycling jacket
• Sunglasses and sunscreen (high UV exposure)
• Small daypack for personal items
• Refillable water bottle
• Camera or GoPro (optional)
• Light gloves (optional for better grip)
• Personal medication and snacks
  

💡 Tip: Layers are key, mornings can be cold at high altitude, but it quickly warms up once you descend into the Sacred Valley.

The climate varies throughout the route due to changes in altitude:

• Morning (Kari Grande / Corao Pass, 3,700 m): cool and crisp (5–12°C / 41–54°F)
  
• Midday to afternoon (Taray – Calca, 2,900 m): warmer and sunnier (18–24°C / 64–75°F)
  

The dry season (Apr–Nov) offers ideal riding conditions — clear skies, firm terrain, and stunning visibility.

The rainy season (Dec–Mar) brings occasional showers and greener landscapes; rides remain possible with adapted routes and proper gear.

Not included, this is a day adventure starting and ending in Cusco.

If you wish to extend your stay in the Sacred Valley, we can help you arrange lodging at boutique or premium hotels in Urubamba or Calca, surrounded by mountains and local culture.

We’ll pick you up directly from your hotel in Cusco at 7:00 a.m. and drive to Kari Grande, the starting point of the e-bike route (approx. 40 minutes).

After the ride ends in Calca, a private vehicle will take you back to Cusco in the afternoon (about 1.5 hours).

Do I need previous cycling experience? Basic biking skills are enough, the e-bike assistance makes climbs effortless, even at altitude.

Is this a private tour? Yes, it’s a private e-bike experience with a bilingual guide and support vehicle.

What should I bring? Comfortable sportswear, windbreaker, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a small daypack.

Best season to go? From April to November (dry season), when trails are dry and views are clearest.

Travel insurance is mandatory for all our adventures and you’ll need to share your policy details before departure. Your cover must include overseas medical treatment, emergency evacuation/repatriation, baggage and equipment, plus all the activities in your itinerary.

We also strongly recommend cancellation and curtailment cover in case illness or other unforeseen events prevent you from travelling.

Standard policies often exclude adventure activities, so please check the fine print. Many travelers choose World Nomads for adventure, focused protection, select the policy that fits your needs and fully covers your trip.