Start of the tour:
- 22 February 2020 - Arrival in Mexico City
Prices Standard Motorcycle (Suzuki V-Strom 650, or similar model)
- Price Rider : US$ 5,495.00
- Price Non-Riding Passenger : US$ 3,295.00
Upgrades:
- Single-room: US$ 600.00
- BMW F700GS: US$ 350.00
- BMW F800GS: US$ 450.00
- BMW R 1200 GS: US$ 650.00
Included:
- 15 Nights in tourist-class hotels (3 - 4*) with private shower and toilet, including standard breakfast
- Motor-rent for the whole tour *
- Insurance, with US$ 300,00 Excess/Deductible
- Fuel
- Lunches on riding days
- Dinners (drinks not included)
- Multi-lingual guide on a motor
- Support-vehicle with driver/mechanic
- Airport transfers
- Entrance fees for:
- Teotihuacan
- El Tajin
- Hierve el Agua
- Sumidero boat ride
- Palenque
- Chichén Itzá
- Cenote swimming pool
Not Included:
- Intercontinental flight to Mexico City (Mexico), and from Cancun
- All not mentioned entrance-fees for museums, parks, etc.
- All not mentioned meals
- Motorcycle gear
- Safety deposit for the motorcycle
- Airport taxes
- Personal expenses
- * On resting-days the motorcycles are not available for riding.
- Prices are in US Dollars, per person and based upon a double hotelroom occupancy.
- Prices are valid until 31 January 2020.
Before you complete your booking, please read our "Terms & Conditions" carefully.
Insurance (in short !)
Personal injury and death:
All our motorcycles are insured according to the minimum requirements of the Mexican authorities. This means that the rider, his passenger and third parties are covered for medical (!) costs.
Nevertheless, PeruMotors strongly advise their clients to obtain a health insurance with maximum coverage in Mexico for the length of this tour.
Damage to the rental motorcycle and third party property damage:
All our motorcycles are standard insured for damage to the rental motorcycle and for property damage to third parties, with an excess/deductible of max. US$ 300.00. This amount must be paid in cash (!) as a "Security Deposit" for the motorcycle. If you surrender the motorcycle after the tour without any damage, the security deposit will be refunded directly to you.
Day 1 --- Arrival in Mexico City
This motorcycle adventure starts with your arrival in Mexico City, the capital of Mexico on high altitude. In the afternoon your tour guide will the briefing for the whole group about the upcoming tour. During the briefing you must do the necessary paperwork and pay the "Safety Deposit" for the motorcycle.
The rest of the day is at leisure in Mexico City, one the largest cities in Latin America.
Day 2 --- Mexico City - Cuetzalan
It is finally time to start our motorcycles. We can leave Mexico City easily on the freeway. Within 60 kilometers we will visit the first of the many cultural sites on this tour: Teotihuacan. This famous site dates back to 100 A.D., and has massive pyramids.
After the pyramids, we will ride the curvy roads to the magic town of Cuetzalan.
Day 3 --- Cuetzalan - Casitas
We leave the lovely town of Cuetzalan behind and follow the curvy roads through the Mexican mountains. Around noon we visit the very interesting Toltec ruins of El Tajin. If we are lucky we can see the dangerous performance of the 'Voladores'. After lunch we move on to the coast of the Gulf of Mexico. We stay in a nice hotel on the beach.
Day 4 --- Casitas - Orizaba
The first 30 kilometers we follow the coastline southbound. Then we will hit the mountain roads again. A magnificent ride through volcanic landscapes ! After numerous curves and twisties we reach the town of Orizaba, around the tallest peak in Mexico.
Day 5 --- Orizaba - Oaxaca City
We ride over the highlands to the central plains of Oaxaca region, through the dryer lanscape full with cacti. We end up in the city of Oaxaca. The Oaxaca region is world famous for its Mezcal production. This is the Mexican liquor with the worm in the bottle. Enough opportunities in the city to taste the Mezcal.
Day 6 --- Oaxaca City - Tehuantepec
Out of the city, we ride directly to Hierve el Agua. These are natural pools full of minerals, with spectacular views. We have time to swim here. Following the curvy roads all the way to Tehuantepec.
Day 7 --- Tehuantepec - San Cristobal de las Casas
We are on our way to the spectacular El Sumidero Canyon. Around lunch we enjoy a boat ride into the canyon with lots of wild crocodiles. After the canyon it is a short ride to the colourful mountain village of San Cristóbal de las Casas.
Day 8 & 9 --- San Cristobal de las Casas - Palenque
Another beautiful riding day. We use the lunch close to the fantastic waterfalls of Agua Azul. Time to swim, because the temperature is tropical. After lunch we end up in a comfortable hotel resort, close to the town of Palenque. Here we stay two nights.
The next morning your guide will take you to the famous ruins of Palenque. After lunch it is time to relax at the pool.
Day 10 --- Palenque - Mahahual
The longest riding day of the whole tour. This is a connection day to the Yucatan peninsula. Our hotel is right on the beach.
Day 11 --- Mahahual
A free day to relax on the beach in picturesque Puerto Mahahual. Nothing else but walking on the beach, swimming, snorkeling and what more.
Day 12 --- Puerta Mahahual - Chichén Itzá
We search for the back roads of the Yucatan peninsula. Lunch in Peto. Just before our destination of the day, we dive into the cenote Yokdzonot. A cenote is a deep natural hole filled with water. We stay the night in a comfortable hotel close to Chitzén Itzá.
Day 13 --- Chitzén Itzá - Puerto Morelos (Cancun)
On our last riding day we visit the absolute cultural highlight of the tour: Chitzén Itzá, one of the new 7 Wonders of the world. Your tour guide takes you to the ruins. After the visit we ride to the coast. If time permits we will visit the ruins of Tulum. Then the last stint to Puerto Morelos. At the hotel we surrender the motorcycles and we eat our farewell dinner in town.
Day 14 --- Departure Puerto Morelos
Today we arrange your transfer to the airport for your flight back home.
CB500X
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471 cc
DOHC, Water-cooled, 4-stroke
2
6-speed
Single disk with ABS
Single disk with ABS
19"
17"
1,421 m
195 kg
0,81 m / 31.9 inch
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KLR650
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651 cc
Water-cooled, 4-stroke
1
5-speed
Single disk
Single disk
21"
17"
1,480 m
196 kg
0,89 m
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F 700 GS
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798 cc
DOHC, watercooled, 4-stroke
2
6-speed
Double disk with ABS
Single disk with ABS
19"
17"
1,575 m
179 kg
0,82 m
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F 750 GS
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798 cc
DOHC, watercooled, 4-stroke
2
6-speed
Double disk with ABS
Single disk with ABS
19"
17"
1,575 m
179 kg
0,82 m
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F 800 GS
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798 cc
DOHC, watercooled, 4-stroke
2
6-speed
Double disk with ABS
Single disk with ABS
21"
17"
1,578 m
185 kg
0,85 m
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F 850 GS
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798 cc
DOHC, watercooled, 4-stroke
2
6-speed
Double disk with ABS
Single disk with ABS
19"
17"
1,575 m
179 kg
0,82 m
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R 1200 GS
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1170 cc
Boxer, air/watercooled, 4-stroke
2
6-speed
Double disk with ABS
Single disk with ABS
19"
17"
1,506 m
230 kg
0,85 m
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F 1250 GS
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798 cc
DOHC, watercooled, 4-stroke
2
6-speed
Double disk with ABS
Single disk with ABS
19"
17"
1,575 m
179 kg
0,82 m
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CRF 1000 Africa Twin
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998 cc
Parellel Twin, 4-stroke
2
6-speed
Double disk with ABS
Single disk with ABS
21"
18"
1,574 m
228 kg
0,86 m
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Is Peru safe to travel on your own?
YES !!! The roads are good and the people are very friendly. Of course, you'll have to be cautious, like you would be at home, or in any other part of the world.
South America (Peru) doesn't have a good reputation, but in our 12 years in business, not even one of our guests experienced big problems.
And, by the way, we live ourselves with our families for more than 12 years in this country. So far without any major problems with criminality.
Is the airfare included in the price?
No. Our guests are coming from all over the world and as a tour operator we are not big enough to bargain good prices with the airlines. So, you'll have to arrange your flight to Arequipa (and back). We will provide you the exact dates for arrival at and departure from Arequipa.
To which airport do I have to fly for a tour?
In general, you'll have to fly to Arequipa, Peru (airportcode: AQP). This city is our homebase. Normally you will fly to Lima, the capital of Peru, and take a domestic flight from there to Arequipa.
Very often the airlines offer the domestic flight from Lima (Peru) to Arequipa (Peru) for a small addition to your international airfare. Ask for it !
How do I make a booking for your tours?
Search for the <BOOKING> tab on the page of the tour you want to book. Fill out the form click <SEND>. We will contact and inform you about the rest of procedure.
I'm not very tall. Is it possible to lower the motorcycle?
Suzuki DR650: Yes, this motorcycles has the possiblity to lower the rear suspension with 5 cm.
BMW F700GS: No, we can only offer an original BMW lowered seat, which lowers the seat height with 3 cm.
BMW F800GS: No, we can only offer an original BMW lowered seat, which lowers the seat height with 3 cm.
BMW R1200GS: No, but we can put the seat in the lowest position.
Is there a spare motorcycle available on the tour?
No.
What happens if I wreck my motorcycle?
Well... with our experience, if the motocycle is wrecked beyond repair, most of the time the rider is not in a good shape to ride a motorcycle anymore. If you are still fit enough to ride, we will try to get the motorcycle back on the road. If this is not possible, we will try to replace the motorcycle. For the time being you'll have to join our mechanic in the support vehicle. Sometimes, on certain routes, the motorcycle guide can give you his motorcycle.
Is any food and/or (soft-) drinks included?
- Self guided tours: the standard breakfast in the hotels is included.
- Guided tours: the standard breakfast in the hotels and the lunches on riding days are included.
Is it likely to suffer from altitude-sickness?
Most of our tours have differences in altitudes between sea-level and about 5.000 meters (16,400 ft.). On average about 50-60% of our guests will suffer some symptoms, like headache, nauseousness, insomnia, etc. Let's say: "flu-like symptoms". It is impossible to predict who will suffer the symptoms and who won't. Fitness and age of the person doesn't seem to matter.
There is a lot you can do to avoid the symptoms: On altitude drink lot's (at least 3 liters / 0,75 a gallon) of non-alcoholic fluids, like water, coca-tea, coffee and soft drinks. And eat chocolate, candy and other sweets.
In severe cases oxigen is needed, but that is quite rare. All hotels on altitude have it available.
Or you can use medication, like Diamox. Our advise is that you don't take any medication, before you have the symptoms. In case of severe symptoms it is even better is to buy 'local stuff' in the Farmacias in Peru.
Everybody will at least notice that they are on altitude, for example while climbing stairs.
Normally your body will be adjusted to the altitude in about 4-5 days. And the symptoms will disappear by itself.
Are the airpoirt transfers in Arequipa included?
Yes ! We will pick you up from the airport, or we will send a taxi to pick you up. And, of course, after the tour we will take you to the airport for your flight home.
What is the best time of the year to pay Peru a visit?
Weatherwise, roughly between March and December, becasue that is the dry season. In the highlands a rain shower can be expected year round.
Do I need a visa for traveling to Peru?
Citizens from most countries in Europe and North and South America can enter Peru with a "Tarjeta Andina de Migración" (TAM). This is a tourist visa which you can get upon entering Peru. Please, check for yourself if you need a visa, or if you can enter with TAM.
And how about a visa for Argentina, Bolivia, Brasil, Chile and Ecuador?
It is your repsonsibility to get the necessary (tourist) visa(s) for the countries you travel. PeruMotors can not help or assist you with that.
Please, fill out the fields at the bottom of this page.
Upon booking for a tour or rental a down payment of US$ 1,000.00 per participant is required to secure your place on the tour or your rental motorcycle.
You have 3 options to pay the down payment:
- Click here, and you wil referred to go to the official website of the Peruvian credit card companies. Or click on the credit c
- You can authorize PeruMotors to charge your major credit card (Visa, MasterCard, AmEx and Diners Club International). If you want to use this option, please download our "Credit Card Authorization form" from our website, print it, fill it out, sign it and scan it. Then send it back to us by email.
- Or, you can wire the amount with a international bank transfer to our Peruvian bank account.
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Bank Name: ScotiaBank Peru
Bank Address: Mercaderes 410
Bank City: Arequipa
Bank Country: Peru
BIC / SWIFT: BSUDPEPL
Account Name: PeruMotors S.R.L.
Account Number: 2963700
Account Address: Psj. La Gruta 304
Account City: Arequipa
Account Country: Peru
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About six (6) weeks before the departure of the tour we will send you the invoice and detailed information about your tour.
Download our 'Booking Form' by clicking here.
Download the form, print it, fill out the form, sign and scan it. Then send it back to info ( at ) perumotors.com
