City of Arequipa
Beautiful colonial (UNESCO) city in southern Perú
High Andes
Ride up to an altitude of 5.000 meters (16,500 feet)
Valley of the Volcanoes
Spectacular valley with amazing views
City of Cusco
Ancient capital of the Inca Empire
Machu Picchu
The lost city of the Inca's
Lake Titicaca
Highest navigable lake in the world
Coastal Desert
Driest desert in the world
OFF-ROAD DELUXE - 14 days
100% Adventure
40% Gravel and Dirt Roads
0% Basic Hotels
Who told you that off-road riding has to be basic?
Not everybody wants to ride only on paved roads. It is getting more and more difficult to find interesting unpaved routes in southern Peru. But... this is our backyard, we know this region as the back of our hand. We found fantastic roads for dirt riding. During this tour we will ride about 40% of the total distance on gravel roads.
If you like the dust, this is your tour ! The emphasis of this tour is riding a motorcycle on dirt roads. And on the side we do some cultural visits, with the most important side: Machu Picchu.
So, why DeLuxe? Well, we know you want a good bed and a nice hot shower after an exhausting day on the road. We use fine tourist class hotels.
Please, remember: This is not an enduro tour. But you must have experience with dirt and gravel riding. And you must be in good shape. Do not underestimate the roads and the high altitudes we are riding on.
Start of the tour (with your arrival in Arequipa - Perú):
Not Scheduled
Price Standard Motorcycle (Honda CB500X, Kawasaki KLR650 or similar model)
Price Rider: US$ 4,925.00
Price non-riding passenger: US$ 3,450.00
We do not recommend to ride with a pillion rider on unpaved roads. We have limited seats in the support truck available.
Upgrades:
Single-room: US$ 500.00
Premium Motorcycles:
BMW F 700 GS: US$ 540.00 *
BMW F 750 GS: US$ 720.00 *
BMW F 850 GS: US$ 1,140.00
BMW R 1200 GS: US$ 1,140.00 *
BMW R 1250 GS: US$ 1,620.00 *
Honda CRF1000 Africa Twin: US$ 1,140.00
Garmin GPS with actual map: US$ 100.00
Panniers for BMW or Honda: US$ 180.00
Topcase for BMW or Honda: US$ 120.00
* PeruMotors does not recommend these motorcycles for this tour !
We don't offer the 'Damage Reduction Insurance' for these models.
Included:
13 Nights in tourist class hotels with private shower and toilet, including standard breakfast (shared room)
Motor-rent for the whole tour, unlimited kilometers/miles *
Fuel and tolls
Multi-lingual guide on a motor **
Support-vehicle with driver/mechanic **
World famous "Walking city tour in Cusco, powered by PeruMotors"
Day-trip to Machu Picchu (Train-, bus- and entrance- tickets + guide)
Entrance Colca Canyon
All airport transfers
Not Included:
Your flight to Arequipa (Peru) vv
All not mentioned entrance-fees for museums, parks, etc.
Safety deposit for the motorcycle (with insurance: US$ 500.00 / without insurance US$ 2,500.00)
Airport taxes
Personal expenses
* On resting-days the motorcycles are not available for riding * * With less than 5 riders there will be only one guide in the support vehicle, but the tour WILL go
Prices are in US Dollars, per person and based upon a shared hotelroom occupancy
Prices are valid until 31 December 2021
Before you complete your booking, please read our 'Terms & Conditions' carefully.
Additional Damage Reduction Insurance (in short !)
Personal injury and death:
All our motorcycles are insured according to the minimum requirements of the Peruvian authorities (SOAT). 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 Peru for the length of this tour, because you don't want to depend on the Peruvian SOAT-insurance.
Damage to the rental motorcycle and third party property damage:
All our motorcycles are standard NOT INSURED for damage to the rental motorcycle AND for property damage to third parties. The Additional Damage Reduction Insurance covers this kind of damage, with an excess/deductible of max. US$ 500.00, which is also the amount of the "Security Deposit" (cash or major credit card: Visa, MasterCard, Amex or Diners Club), and your maximum risk.
For this tour the insurance premium is US$ 180.00 cash (US$ 240.00 credit card) per motorcycle.
Without this insurance the rider/renter of the motorcycle is fully liable for all costs of damage to the rental motorcycle and third party property. In this case the "Security Deposit" is US$ 2,500.00 (cash or major credit card), but your maximum risk is NOT LIMITED to this amount !
You will arrive in Arequipa (Peru) on day one, the lively city in southern Peru.
We will pick you up from the airport and bring you to the hotel. Your tour guide will do the briefing for the whole group about the upcoming tour. And he will arrange the necessary paperwork and the "Safety Deposit" for the motorcycle with you.
The rest of the day is at leisure in Arequipa, a very nice colonial city with a friendly atmosphere.
Day 2 --- Arequipa - Cabanaconde
Distance: 200 km (125 miles)
Altitude: From 2.300 meters (7,500 feet) to 3.300 meters (11,000 feet)
Road Surface: Pavement and some Gravel
It is finally time to start our engines. To get out of the city is our first challenge. Then in about 80 kilometers we will be on 4.000 meters. Time for a cup of coca-tea. We are on our way to the Colca Canyon, one of the deepest canyons in the world. And the natural habitat of the Andean Condor. We stay in a non touristic little town.
Day 3 --- Cabanaconde - Cotahuasi
Distance: 200 km (112 mile)
Altitude: From 3.300 (11,000 feet) to 2.700 meters (8,900 feet)
Road Surface: Mainly Gravel
If we didn't see any condors yesterday, we will go to the 'Cruz del Condor' to see these massive birds in flight. We are heading to the Cotahuasi canyon, also one of the deepest canyons in the world. Fantastic dirt and gravel, and let's not forget: twisties and hairpins. What else can you ask for?
Day 4 --- Cotahuasi
Distance: 60 km (40 miles)
Altitude: Around 2.700 meter (8,900 feet)
Road Surface: All Gravel
The little town of Cotahuasi is close to the deepest canyon in the world. Today we do a relative short ride, and a little hike to a spectacular waterfall in the canyon. In the afternoon we get rid of the dust in the local natural hot springs. Very relaxing !
Day 5 --- Cotahuasi - Chalhuanca
Distance: 260 km (160 miles)
Altitude: From 2.700 meter (8,900 feet) to 2.900 meter (9,500 feet)
Road Surface: Lots of Gravel an a little Pavement
An early breakfast, because today we have a real off-road challenge. More than 200 kilometers ! Only the last 40 kilometers are on pavement. After a lot of ascending and descending we will end up in the small town of Chalhuanca, where we end up in a nice hotel with an inviting swimming pool.
Day 6 --- Chalhuanca - Ollantaytambo
Distance: 320 km (200 miles)
Altitude: Around 2.900 meter (9,500 feet)
Road Surface: Lots of Pavement and a little Gravel
For the first 100 kilometers we follow the river Apurimac down stream. After the chaotic town of Abancay the ascend starts to a maximum of 4.300 meters. After the lunch in Curahuasi downhill to under 2.000 meters, and uphill again to 3.500 meters to the Cusco plateau. The last 60 kilometers we follow unpaved rural roads to the authentic Inca town of Ollantatytambo.
Day 7 --- Machu PIcchu
Altitude: 2.430 meter (8,000 feet)
The absolute highlight of this tour: Machu Picchu. There is still no road to this magical place. So, early in the morning you go by train to the little town of Aguas Calientes (Machu Picchu Pueblo). From there it is half an hour by bus to the entrance of the citadel. After your visit to the ruins you go back to Ollantaytambo by train.
Day 8 --- Ollantaytambo - Cusco
Distance: 100 km (60 miles)
Altitude: From 2.900 meter (9,500 feet) to 3.500 meter (11,500 feet)
Road Surface: Half Pavement / Half Gravel
A relative short ride to the ancient capital of the Inca empire: Cusco. After lunch, your tour guide will take you on "The World Famous Walking City Tour in Cusco, Powered by PeruMotors". This is a 2,5 walking tour through the city center of Cusco. The rest of the day is to explore the city and its surroundings. Stroll it's little steep streets, the Plaza de Armas, local markets, the cathedral, museums, ruins of Sacsayhuaman and much, much more.
Day 9 --- Cusco - Sicuani
Distance: 200 km (120 miles)
Altitude: Around 3.500 meter (11,500 feet)
Road Surface: Half Pavement / Half Gravel
On rural unpaved back roads we ride to the midsize town of Sicuani. Lots of fun !
Day 10 --- Sicuani - Lake Titicaca
Distance: 350 km (220 miles)
Altitude: From 3,500 meter (11,500 feet) to 3.800 meter (12,500 feet)
Road Surface: Pavement and Gravel
Over the Altiplano we ride to the largest lake in South America: Lake Titicaca. Situated half in Bolivia and half in Peru. The last 100 kilometers we look for the unpaved roads on the shores of the largest lake in South America.
Day 11 --- Lake Titicaca
Altitude: 3.800 meter (12,500 feet)
Today the bikes are not available. This is probably de best rest day you ever had during a motorcycle tour. And you know you need it ! We stay in a very nice hotel, close to the Bolivian border. The hotel offers different interesting activities in the vicinity. You decide if you want to participate, or not. Just relaxing is also a very good option !
Day 12 --- Lake Titicaca - Moquegua
Distance: 460 km (285 miles)
Altitude: from 3.800 meter (12,500 feet), via 5.000 meter (16,500 feet) to 1.400 meters (4,600 feet)
Road Surface: Mainly Pavement
We are back on the bikes again. The longest day of the whole tour lies ahead of us. Now you understand why we had a resting day yesterday. Today we have to cross the Andes from East to West. The pay-offs are the spectacular views on the mighty Andes. The last part is the magnificent descend to the sub-tropical oasis town of Moquegua, famous for Pisco, avocados and copper.
Day 13 --- Moquegua - Arequipa
Distance: 330 km (160 mile)
Altitude: from 1.400 meter (4,600 feet) to 2.300 meters (7,500 feet)
Road Surface: Mainly Pavement
The last riding day on the tour. We ride through the driest costal desert in the world. We even touch the Pacific coast for a bit. The tour ends in the heart of 'the White City' Arequipa. We will reach the city in the afternoon. In the evening our farewell dinner in one of the good restaurants in town.
Day 14 --- Arequipa - Home
Altitude: 2.300 meters (7,500 feet)
Today we will bring you to the airport for your flight back home.
CB500X
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471 cc
DOHC, Water-cooled, 4-stroke
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Single disk with ABS
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1,421 m
195 kg
0,81 m / 31.9 inch
KLR650
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651 cc
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21"
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1,480 m
196 kg
0,89 m
F 700 GS
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798 cc
DOHC, watercooled, 4-stroke
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6-speed
Double disk with ABS
Single disk with ABS
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1,575 m
179 kg
0,82 m
F 750 GS
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DOHC, watercooled, 4-stroke
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179 kg
0,82 m
F 800 GS
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798 cc
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185 kg
0,85 m
F 850 GS
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798 cc
DOHC, watercooled, 4-stroke
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6-speed
Double disk with ABS
Single disk with ABS
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1,575 m
179 kg
0,82 m
R 1200 GS
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1170 cc
Boxer, air/watercooled, 4-stroke
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1,506 m
230 kg
0,85 m
R 1250 GS
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1254 cc
DOHC, watercooled, 4-stroke
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1,503 m
249 kg
0,85m
CRF 1000 Africa Twin
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Parellel Twin, 4-stroke
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Single disk with ABS
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18"
1,574 m
228 kg
0,86 m
This video gives just a impression of this tour
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 2 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 card logos below.
Or, you can wire the amount (ONLY US Dollars !) with an international bank transfer to our Peruvian bank account. Please, all the bank fees and transfer costs are for your account. Use code "OUR".
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Bank Name: BCP (Banco de Credito Peru)
Bank Address: Av. Jose Abelardo Quiñones
Bank City: Arequipa 04013
Bank Country: Peru
BIC / SWIFT: BCPLPEPL
Start of the tour (with your arrival in Arequipa - Perú):
Not Scheduled
Price Standard Motorcycle (Honda CB500X, Kawasaki KLR650 or similar model)
Price Rider: US$ 4,925.00
Price non-riding passenger: US$ 3,450.00
We do not recommend to ride with a pillion rider on unpaved roads. We have limited seats in the support truck available.
Upgrades:
Single-room: US$ 500.00
Premium Motorcycles:
BMW F 700 GS: US$ 540.00 *
BMW F 750 GS: US$ 720.00 *
BMW F 850 GS: US$ 1,140.00
BMW R 1200 GS: US$ 1,140.00 *
BMW R 1250 GS: US$ 1,620.00 *
Honda CRF1000 Africa Twin: US$ 1,140.00
Garmin GPS with actual map: US$ 100.00
Panniers for BMW or Honda: US$ 180.00
Topcase for BMW or Honda: US$ 120.00
* PeruMotors does not recommend these motorcycles for this tour !
We don't offer the 'Damage Reduction Insurance' for these models.
Included:
13 Nights in tourist class hotels with private shower and toilet, including standard breakfast (shared room)
Motor-rent for the whole tour, unlimited kilometers/miles *
Fuel and tolls
Multi-lingual guide on a motor **
Support-vehicle with driver/mechanic **
World famous "Walking city tour in Cusco, powered by PeruMotors"
Day-trip to Machu Picchu (Train-, bus- and entrance- tickets + guide)
Entrance Colca Canyon
All airport transfers
Not Included:
Your flight to Arequipa (Peru) vv
All not mentioned entrance-fees for museums, parks, etc.
Safety deposit for the motorcycle (with insurance: US$ 500.00 / without insurance US$ 2,500.00)
Airport taxes
Personal expenses
* On resting-days the motorcycles are not available for riding * * With less than 5 riders there will be only one guide in the support vehicle, but the tour WILL go
Prices are in US Dollars, per person and based upon a shared hotelroom occupancy
Prices are valid until 31 December 2021
Before you complete your booking, please read our 'Terms & Conditions' carefully.
Additional Damage Reduction Insurance (in short !)
Personal injury and death:
All our motorcycles are insured according to the minimum requirements of the Peruvian authorities (SOAT). 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 Peru for the length of this tour, because you don't want to depend on the Peruvian SOAT-insurance.
Damage to the rental motorcycle and third party property damage:
All our motorcycles are standard NOT INSURED for damage to the rental motorcycle AND for property damage to third parties. The Additional Damage Reduction Insurance covers this kind of damage, with an excess/deductible of max. US$ 500.00, which is also the amount of the "Security Deposit" (cash or major credit card: Visa, MasterCard, Amex or Diners Club), and your maximum risk.
For this tour the insurance premium is US$ 180.00 cash (US$ 240.00 credit card) per motorcycle.
Without this insurance the rider/renter of the motorcycle is fully liable for all costs of damage to the rental motorcycle and third party property. In this case the "Security Deposit" is US$ 2,500.00 (cash or major credit card), but your maximum risk is NOT LIMITED to this amount !
You will arrive in Arequipa (Peru) on day one, the lively city in southern Peru.
We will pick you up from the airport and bring you to the hotel. Your tour guide will do the briefing for the whole group about the upcoming tour. And he will arrange the necessary paperwork and the "Safety Deposit" for the motorcycle with you.
The rest of the day is at leisure in Arequipa, a very nice colonial city with a friendly atmosphere.
Day 2 --- Arequipa - Cabanaconde
Distance: 200 km (125 miles)
Altitude: From 2.300 meters (7,500 feet) to 3.300 meters (11,000 feet)
Road Surface: Pavement and some Gravel
It is finally time to start our engines. To get out of the city is our first challenge. Then in about 80 kilometers we will be on 4.000 meters. Time for a cup of coca-tea. We are on our way to the Colca Canyon, one of the deepest canyons in the world. And the natural habitat of the Andean Condor. We stay in a non touristic little town.
Day 3 --- Cabanaconde - Cotahuasi
Distance: 200 km (112 mile)
Altitude: From 3.300 (11,000 feet) to 2.700 meters (8,900 feet)
Road Surface: Mainly Gravel
If we didn't see any condors yesterday, we will go to the 'Cruz del Condor' to see these massive birds in flight. We are heading to the Cotahuasi canyon, also one of the deepest canyons in the world. Fantastic dirt and gravel, and let's not forget: twisties and hairpins. What else can you ask for?
Day 4 --- Cotahuasi
Distance: 60 km (40 miles)
Altitude: Around 2.700 meter (8,900 feet)
Road Surface: All Gravel
The little town of Cotahuasi is close to the deepest canyon in the world. Today we do a relative short ride, and a little hike to a spectacular waterfall in the canyon. In the afternoon we get rid of the dust in the local natural hot springs. Very relaxing !
Day 5 --- Cotahuasi - Chalhuanca
Distance: 260 km (160 miles)
Altitude: From 2.700 meter (8,900 feet) to 2.900 meter (9,500 feet)
Road Surface: Lots of Gravel an a little Pavement
An early breakfast, because today we have a real off-road challenge. More than 200 kilometers ! Only the last 40 kilometers are on pavement. After a lot of ascending and descending we will end up in the small town of Chalhuanca, where we end up in a nice hotel with an inviting swimming pool.
Day 6 --- Chalhuanca - Ollantaytambo
Distance: 320 km (200 miles)
Altitude: Around 2.900 meter (9,500 feet)
Road Surface: Lots of Pavement and a little Gravel
For the first 100 kilometers we follow the river Apurimac down stream. After the chaotic town of Abancay the ascend starts to a maximum of 4.300 meters. After the lunch in Curahuasi downhill to under 2.000 meters, and uphill again to 3.500 meters to the Cusco plateau. The last 60 kilometers we follow unpaved rural roads to the authentic Inca town of Ollantatytambo.
Day 7 --- Machu PIcchu
Altitude: 2.430 meter (8,000 feet)
The absolute highlight of this tour: Machu Picchu. There is still no road to this magical place. So, early in the morning you go by train to the little town of Aguas Calientes (Machu Picchu Pueblo). From there it is half an hour by bus to the entrance of the citadel. After your visit to the ruins you go back to Ollantaytambo by train.
Day 8 --- Ollantaytambo - Cusco
Distance: 100 km (60 miles)
Altitude: From 2.900 meter (9,500 feet) to 3.500 meter (11,500 feet)
Road Surface: Half Pavement / Half Gravel
A relative short ride to the ancient capital of the Inca empire: Cusco. After lunch, your tour guide will take you on "The World Famous Walking City Tour in Cusco, Powered by PeruMotors". This is a 2,5 walking tour through the city center of Cusco. The rest of the day is to explore the city and its surroundings. Stroll it's little steep streets, the Plaza de Armas, local markets, the cathedral, museums, ruins of Sacsayhuaman and much, much more.
Day 9 --- Cusco - Sicuani
Distance: 200 km (120 miles)
Altitude: Around 3.500 meter (11,500 feet)
Road Surface: Half Pavement / Half Gravel
On rural unpaved back roads we ride to the midsize town of Sicuani. Lots of fun !
Day 10 --- Sicuani - Lake Titicaca
Distance: 350 km (220 miles)
Altitude: From 3,500 meter (11,500 feet) to 3.800 meter (12,500 feet)
Road Surface: Pavement and Gravel
Over the Altiplano we ride to the largest lake in South America: Lake Titicaca. Situated half in Bolivia and half in Peru. The last 100 kilometers we look for the unpaved roads on the shores of the largest lake in South America.
Day 11 --- Lake Titicaca
Altitude: 3.800 meter (12,500 feet)
Today the bikes are not available. This is probably de best rest day you ever had during a motorcycle tour. And you know you need it ! We stay in a very nice hotel, close to the Bolivian border. The hotel offers different interesting activities in the vicinity. You decide if you want to participate, or not. Just relaxing is also a very good option !
Day 12 --- Lake Titicaca - Moquegua
Distance: 460 km (285 miles)
Altitude: from 3.800 meter (12,500 feet), via 5.000 meter (16,500 feet) to 1.400 meters (4,600 feet)
Road Surface: Mainly Pavement
We are back on the bikes again. The longest day of the whole tour lies ahead of us. Now you understand why we had a resting day yesterday. Today we have to cross the Andes from East to West. The pay-offs are the spectacular views on the mighty Andes. The last part is the magnificent descend to the sub-tropical oasis town of Moquegua, famous for Pisco, avocados and copper.
Day 13 --- Moquegua - Arequipa
Distance: 330 km (160 mile)
Altitude: from 1.400 meter (4,600 feet) to 2.300 meters (7,500 feet)
Road Surface: Mainly Pavement
The last riding day on the tour. We ride through the driest costal desert in the world. We even touch the Pacific coast for a bit. The tour ends in the heart of 'the White City' Arequipa. We will reach the city in the afternoon. In the evening our farewell dinner in one of the good restaurants in town.
Day 14 --- Arequipa - Home
Altitude: 2.300 meters (7,500 feet)
Today we will bring you to the airport for your flight back home.
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 2 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 card logos below.
Or, you can wire the amount (ONLY US Dollars !) with an international bank transfer to our Peruvian bank account. Please, all the bank fees and transfer costs are for your account. Use code "OUR".
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Bank Name: BCP (Banco de Credito Peru)
Bank Address: Av. Jose Abelardo Quiñones
Bank City: Arequipa 04013
Bank Country: Peru
BIC / SWIFT: BCPLPEPL
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