Lares Inca Trail MTB: Epic Downhill Adventure Among Llamas and Ancient Trails

Tour Description

Ride one of the Sacred Valley’s best-kept secrets on a full-day MTB adventure: the Lares Inca Trail MTB. This route descends over 1,200 vertical meters through an ancient stone path surrounded by wild llamas, alpine scenery, and remote Andean villages.

This trail is ideal for intermediate riders seeking to level up their skills and advanced mountain bikers who love technical terrain. Expect a thrilling mix of Inca stairs, natural rock gardens, tight switchbacks, progressive drops, and “Inca Flow” sections—natural singletrack with fluid rhythm and quick lines.

You can book the tour with full gear included or opt for the experience-only version if you bring your own bike and protection.

Lares Inca Trail MTB Includes:

• Professional MTB guide (mechanic certified)
• Private round-trip transport from Cusco
• Lunch
• Snack
• Technical briefing and warm-up ride
• First aid kit and basic mechanical assistance

Only in gear-included option

• Full-suspension MTB (Commencal, Specialized, etc.)
• Professional safety gear: full-face helmet, gloves, knee + elbow pads, chest protector

Not Included

• Travel insurance
• Personal expenses
• Tips (optional)
• Bike and safety gear (in tour-only option)

Essentials

• Small backpack or hydration vest (1–2 L)
• Water (minimum 1 L) and personal energy snacks
• Sunscreen SPF 50+ and sport sunglasses with UV protection
• Lip balm with SPF
• Extra cash in soles for personal expenses

Clothing

• Light waterproof windbreaker
• Cycling jersey (short or long sleeve)
• MTB shorts or pants
• Full-finger cycling gloves
• Sports socks
• Cycling shoes or sturdy trainers with good grip

Protective Gear

• Certified MTB helmet (full-face optional)
• Knee and elbow pads

Recommended

• GoPro or action camera with mount
• Power bank for phone or camera
• Wet wipes or small pack of tissues

Option 1: Lares Inca Trail MTB with full gear included

• Full-suspension MTB (Commencal, Specialized, or similar)
• Full-face helmet
• Knee + elbow pads
• Technical gloves
• Optional chest protector
• Professional MTB guide (downhill + mechanic)
• Private transport (round trip)
• Box lunch or snack
• Basic mechanical assistance
• First aid kit

Option 2: Tour only (without gear)

• Includes guide, transport, tech assistance and snack

Recommendations

• Previous experience on technical enduro trails recommended
• Use technical layered clothing for altitude conditions
• Bring sunscreen, sunglasses, hydration pack
• Optional: action camera
• Arrive in Cusco at least 1 day early for better acclimatization

• Daily departures year-round, with a minimum of two confirmed cyclists. You choose the date, we take care of the rest.

At Peru Biking Tours, we don’t just offer routes, we design meaningful experiences on two wheels.

• We design mountain bike tours for travelers who want more than just pedaling—they seek connection, adventure, and a real experience.
• Our guides are expert local cyclists who know every climb, descent, shortcut, and scenic point on the trail.
• We include top-tier bikes and professional safety equipment, all carefully maintained for your comfort and safety.
• We ride in small groups to give you more freedom, better trail flow, and a deeper connection with the environment.
• We work with integrity. We partner with local communities and ride with genuine respect for nature.
• This isn’t mass tourism. Whether you come for the landscapes, the sport, or the culture, we help you experience the Andes on two wheels.
• Ride with purpose. Ride with people who value culture, respect nature, and support local communities. Ride with us.