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The 12 most popular horseback riding tours in Peru. The ones travellers rate highest, with prices, how long they take and who runs them.
Ride calm horses from a ranch to the Temple of the Moon near Cusco for big Andes views and Incan-era storytelling with a small group guide.
Most Popular“Amazing experience! Lovely family business, great people! 10/10! It is a must do!”
Half-day horseback riding above Cusco to Devil’s Balcony (Chacan). Trained horses, scenic trails, and Inca sites in about 4 hours.
“Our guide was awesome. Very attentive and patient with all of our touristy questions, and very knowledgeable about the area, it's animals/vegetation, and history. We learned a lot and had a fantastic time, and if we ever get an opportunity to return to Cusco, we will be back! We highly recommend!”
Ride calm Peruvian Paso horses from Cusco to Templo de la Luna and Chacan Mountain, with snacks, safety gear, and easy transfers.
“Had the absolute best time - Gabriel takes great care of the horses and is such a personable guide. We learned lots of history and had the most beautiful trek. One of the highlights of my time in Peru!”
Short horseback ride from Cusco to Temple of the Moon and nearby hidden ruins, with helmets, transport, and admission included.
“This was a fantastic experience and highly recommended for anyone who is okay with riding horses. From hotel pickup to drop off this was probably only ~3.5hrs. There was a solid 2-2.5 hours for the trek which included two stops at Incan ruins. Considering you are only about 25mins outside Cusco you feel like you’re…”
Horseback ride near Cusco plus guided visits to Sacsayhuaman, Qenqo, Puka Pucara and Tambomachay, with helmets and hotel pickup.
“We had the best experience! The horseback riding was by far the best part. Felt like we were in a movie with all of the gorgeous scenery. The archeological sites were great and our guide knew sooo much information! 10/10 recommend.”
Half-day Cusco horseback ride through Sacsayhuaman park lands, visiting the Temple of the Moon and Inca Face. Transport and snacks included.
“This was our second ride with Holger during our stay in Cusco. Riding Peruvian Pasos and Criollos in the hills above Cusco is something my kids and I will never forget. But we’ll remember Holger, Morgan, Lucho, and Eva even more fondly. Thank you! And say hi to Fuego, Galan, and the palomino Noah rode…”
Early Cusco pickup for a horseback ride to Rainbow Mountain, with camelid spotting, buffet breakfast and lunch, and oxygen included.
“very well organized with pickup,time allocations and stops. A great experience. The only aspect I had concerns about,was around the arrangement with horses. We prepaid our horses and the other travellers were asked to pay 80soles to our guide,Wilfred, if they wanted a horse and then we got on a horse with a horseman. We…”
Early ride to Rainbow Mountain (5,200 m) with Cusipata buffet breakfast and lunch, plus camelid spotting—plus altitude know-how.
“I booked this excursion a month in advance. I was sent a confirmation email and the money was charged to my card. My hotel was not listed as a hotel that the driver could pick us up at. So, I picked the location that the app chose as the dedicated area for pickup at 4…”
Horseback to Rainbow Mountain near Cusco for sunrise views, camelid spotting, and a buffet breakfast and lunch in about 6 hours.
“Everything was amazing! Alex was a great tour guide, very friendly, knowledgeable and professional. The breakfast and lunch were good. I loved the horseback riding! was alot of fun! The climb to the top was soooo difficult but I didn't give up and the view was so beautiful!”
Guided Sacsayhuamán and Qenqo plus a 1-hour horseback ride near Cusco, ending with Tambomachay and Puka Pukara.
“Super gut! Unser Guide Holger war toll!”
Private Ausangate seven-lagoon trip from Cusco with optional horseback riding, Andean meals, hot springs, and big mountain views.
“amazing day with my friends, we had lucky with the weather to enjoy the mountain and the lakes at same time, the hiking is full of alpacas and people with tradicional clothes that make wonderfull.”
Horseback trek to Vinicunca near Cusco: Seven Colors views, camelid sightings, buffet meals, and a small-group guided day trip.
“Really so beautiful. Rainbow mountain is pretty, but the surrounding area like red valley really makes this special. Did have a little confusion with pre booking the horse as well. I recommend booking a tour that doesn’t include the horse, and just pay in person. Alfredo supported us, and even offered someone oxygen when they…”
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