Escape the hustle and bustle of the city and dive into a half-day adventure that combines off-road thrills with Andean mysticism. Our ATV tour to the Abode of the Gods (Apukunaq Tianan) is designed for those seeking a dose of adrenaline without straying too far from Cusco. You will ride your own machine through rural landscapes, breathing fresh air and enjoying spectacular views of the valley and the region’s tutelary snow-capped peaks.
The highlight of the route is a breathtaking complex of monumental sculptures carved directly into the living rock of the mountain. Here, Andean deities such as the Pachamama, the majestic Puma, and the Inca await you for jaw-dropping photos. Additionally, if your route conditions permit, we will extend the adventure toward the peaceful waters of the Piuray Lagoon, a hidden mirror of water nestled among the mountains of Chinchero. It is the perfect blend of living culture, modern art, and motorized fun!
Depending on your booked shift, we will pick you up from your hotel or meet you at the Plaza de Armas. We will board our tourist transport to escape the city traffic and head toward the rural areas of Cusco.
Enjoy a short drive (approx. 25 minutes) to the Sencca sector. Through the window, you will watch the city fade away to make way for the Andean landscape.
Arrival at base camp. Our instructor will hand out your helmet and give a safety briefing. You will have a few minutes of practice in a secure area to get comfortable handling the ATV.
Start your engines! We begin the ATV ride (approx. 15 min) climbing along dirt trails up to a beautiful viewpoint, perfect for panoramic photos of Cusco’s snow-capped peaks.
We continue riding for about 1 hour. This is the freest and most exhilarating part of the trip, crossing paths surrounded by local farming fields and pure nature.
We reach one of the region’s largest bodies of water. We park our machines to take photos and admire the reflection of Mount Verónica and Chicón on the lagoon.
On our way back, we will stop the convoy in front of an ancient structure from the viceroyal era. You will learn about this hidden historical landmark and take photos.
We reach the climax of the tour. Explore this monumental stone-carved sculpture complex (Apukunaq Tianan) on foot. You will see giant representations of the Pachamama, the Puma, and the Inca.
We return the ATVs at the Sencca base. We board our transport to head back to Cusco, concluding the tour just a block away from the Plaza de Armas.
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