This 4-hour ride takes you deep into the history of Peru.
The journey leads travelers to Pichingoto, a fascinating pre-Inka village, where the region’s salt story began. It is a fantastic chance to learn how the Pichingotos discovered a salty spring and built the first salt pans long before the Inkas expanded the complex.
This tour is perfect for intermediate to advanced riders seeking to explore Peru and its past. Some mountain riding experience is recommended for full enjoyment.
Step into pre-Inka heritage on horseback with us!
Difficulty
Moderate
Weight limit
Duration
4h
Group size
1-10 tourists,
over 8 y.o.
over 8 y.o.
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Yojan B. is the provider of this trip
The provider speaks: English, Spanish
A real Andean descendent who comes from a Cusco family who truly love horses and I am married with Karina from the Netherlands. I grew up with horses and it's my passion to work with them. I am also an official tour guide and I like to work with turists from all countries, showing them around in my country Peru and explaining them everything about the history. My riding activities in the Sacred Valley were soon discovered, and our hacienda began to appear in guidebooks and on the lists of highly recommended equestrian tour operators. The riding expeditions high in the Andes are exceptional with my team.
Tour highlights
Unique Salt Pans
Breathtaking Views
Professional Guides
Route details
At 09:00, travelers begin the ride at ranch and cross the Vilcanota River over a traditional suspended bridge.The trail then follows the riverside, passing through a native forest and the center of the village of Yanahuara.
Then, riders reach the unique pre-Inca village of Pichingoto. There, participants learn about the origins of the salt pans, first developed by the Pichingotos..
At 10:45, travelers arrive at Pichingoto, which is known for being one of the oldest pre-Inka settlements in the region.
At 11:30, the group begins the return ride.
At 13:00, riders arrive back at the ranch.
Difficulty
Moderate
Does not require physical training but involves moderate physical activity
It's important to know
What is included in the tour price?
The tour price includes an English-speaking guide, a well-groomed horse, and a riding helmet. Please note that private transfers to and from the ranch are not included.
What should I bring?
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Number of individuals
1-10 tourists, over 8 y.o.
1 tourist
Tickets to group meeting place
Group meeting place
Departamento de Cusco, Provincia del Cusco, Alejandro Velasco Astete Airport
The group meets at: Cusco
The tour’s last location: Cusco
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Reviews
- CCassandraabout provider29 Feb, 2024We had a blast! If you're around, you've gotta try this out. The horses are super chill, and the scenery during the ride is amazing. The owner/operators are really friendly and welcoming.
- Jjoaneabout provider28 Nov, 2023I highly recommend this team. The horses are fantastic, and the owners and staff are very friendly.. I had some amazing rides with breathtaking scenery. Thank you for an unforgettable trip of a lifetime !?
- TTannerabout provider25 Oct, 2023
My wife and I had a great time. The views were breathtaking, the history was fascinating, and exploring the town was a blast. Our guide Yojan was awesome - super friendly, really knew his stuff, and made the whole experience even better.
