The PARACAS/CUZCO/MANU program is the main motorcycle tour package INCA MOTO ADVENTURES offers. Lasting 12 days, it is the ideal time to spend in Peru in order to ride through its three main regions and visit its most important tourist attractions. From desert dunes and moonlike territories at sea level, through the thrilling twisty climbs and charming Vicuña troops of the Great Andes at more than 13,000 feet, into the exuberant flora of the Amazon rain forests. Destined to the average dualsport motorcycle tourer, this program has every ingredient to make an unforgettable ride.
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
From the sea lion’s and flamingo’s habitat in the Paracas National Reserve, ride along the virgin beaches, sand dunes and moonlike terrain of the Great Ica Desert and cross the coastal Pacific Desert. In less than 2 hours, climb from the Nazca Lines at 500 meters (1,640 ft.) and observe the delicate Vicuña troops of the Pampa Galeras National Reserve at 4,000 meters (13,000 ft.). Cross the deep and picturesque Andean valleys and highlands observing unique natural habitats and hidden Indian villages all the way to Cuzco, the
archaeological capital of South America. Visit historical Cuzco and the famous lost city of Machu Picchu. From Cuzco cross the Sacred Valley of the Incas and travel to the amazing Amazon rain and cloud forests of Manu National Park.
INCLUDED COMPLEMENTARY TOUR
Machu Picchu lost city full day excursion, Cuzco city and nearby ruins tour, Ballestas Islands marine tour.
All complementary tours include bilingual guides.
OPTIONAL COMPLEMENTARY TOUR
Nazca Lines over flight.
The PARACAS/AREQUIPA/CUZCO program is the winter alternative of the PARACAS/CUZCO/MANU program. While the winter or rainy season in Peru starts in December and ends in March, the PARACAS/AREQUIPA/CUZCO program gives the rider dry riding conditions all year long. Lasting 12 days, you will spend the ideal time to ride through our selected routes from the sand dunes of the Pacific desert to the Andean highlands and visit our most important tourist attractions. Destined to the average dualsport motorcycle tourer, this program will let you enjoy the thrill of riding through diverse and contrasting terrain and to discover one of the world’s most fascinating cultures.
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
From the sea lion’s and flamingo’s habitat in the Paracas National Reserve, ride along the virgin beaches, sand dunes and moonlike terrain of the Great Ica Desert and cross the coastal Pacific Desert. Closely watch entire families of sea lions in their natural habitat and observe the majestic Condor at the unmatched and magic beach of Punta San Fernando. Visit 3.5 million year old whale fossils at the local museum of Sacaco. Climb to the white city of Arequipa at 2,300 meters (7,500 ft.), located between the volcanoes of Misti and Chachani. Cross the Salinas-Aguada Blanca National Reserve at 4,000 meters (13,000 ft.), home of Llamas and Alpacas. Ride to the kingdom of the Condor in the Colca Canyon, the world’s deepest. Fly to the
archaeological capital of South America, Cuzco. Visit historical Cuzco, the lost city of Machu Picchu and the Sacred Valley of the Incas in Urubamba.
INCLUDED COMPLEMENTARY TOUR
Machu Picchu lost city full day excursion, Cuzco city and nearby ruins tour, Urubamba Sacred Valley of the Incas tour, Colca Canyon and Cross of the Condor lookout tour, Ballestas Islands marine tour. All complementary tours include bilingual guides.
OPTIONAL COMPLEMENTARY TOUR
Nazca Lines over flight.
This program is a condensed version of our main two week program, PARACAS/CUZCO/MANU. Lasting 9 days, it is ideal for those with limited schedules. Including the best sections of the Pacific desert and Andes mountains, it reveals to the average rider the best of what Peru has to offer.
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
From the sea lion’s and flamingo’s habitat in the Paracas National Reserve, ride along the virgin beaches, sand dunes and moonlike terrain of the Great Ica Desert and cross the coastal Pacific Desert. In less than 2 hours, climb from the Nazca Lines at 500 meters (1,640 ft.) and observe the delicate Vicuña troops of the Pampa Galeras National Reserve at 4,000 meters (13,000 ft.). Cross the deep and picturesque Andean valleys and highlands observing unique natural habitats and hidden Indian villages all the way to Cuzco, the
archaeological capital of South America. Visit historical Cuzco and the famous lost city of Machu Picchu.
INCLUDED COMPLEMENTARY TOUR
Machu Picchu lost city full day excursion, Cuzco city and nearby ruins tour,
Ballestas Islands marine tour.
All complementary tours include bilingual guides.
OPTIONAL COMPLEMENTARY TOUR
Nazca Lines over flight.
Created for riders in search of more demanding challenges, this program condenses the best desert riding routes of the Pacific desert. Destined to the more experienced, this 7 day program will take you to know the secrets and enjoy the awesome sand dune and hill rides of the Great Ica desert. Ever experimented the feeling of navigating through a vast, untouched moonlike desert? Ever been the first to conquer a hill?; Well, this trip will give you the chance. A compass and sleeping bag are required personal items.
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
Start at the sea lion’s and flamingo’s habitat in the Paracas National Reserve. Ride along the virgin beaches, sand dunes and moonlike terrain of the Great Ica Desert. Cross the coastal Pacific Desert through its most reserved and thrilling routes. Camp in the Boca del Rio beach for one night. Ride to Nazca and fly over the famous Nazca Lines. Closely watch entire families of sea lions in their natural habitat and observe the majestic Condor at the unmatched and magic beach of Punta San Fernando. Visit 3.5 million year old whale fossils at the local museum of Sacaco. Climb the giant sand dunes of the Huacachina oasis located in the middle of the Great Ica Desert. Ride through a former desert race route from Ica to Paracas.
OPTIONAL COMPLEMENTARY TOUR
Nazca Lines over flight, Ballestas Islands marine tour.
This program is created for those riders
feeling more comfortable riding over asphalt roads and having a shorter
vacation time. Lasting 9 days and travelling along the Pan-American highway, it crosses the Pacific desert and Andes mountains all the way to the Sacred Valley and Cuzco city.
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
Depart from Lima city on motorcycles heading south along the Pan-American highway to the sea lion’s and flamingo’s habitat in the Paracas National Reserve. Cross the Great Ica Desert all the way to Nazca where you will have the chance to book for an overflight to the famous Nazca Lines. In less than 2 hours, climb from the Nazca Lines at 500 meters (1,640 ft.) and observe the delicate Vicuña troops of the Pampa Galeras National Reserve at 4,000 meters (13,000 ft.). Cross the deep and picturesque Andean valleys and highlands observing unique natural habitats and hidden Indian villages all the way to Cuzco, the
archaeological capital of South America. Visit historical Cuzco, the Sacred Valley and the famous lost city of Machu Picchu.
INCLUDED COMPLEMENTARY TOUR
Machu Picchu lost city full day excursion, Cuzco City and nearby Ruins tour. All complementary tours include bilingual guides.
OPTIONAL COMPLEMENTARY TOUR
Nazca Lines over flight.
This program is created for those riders looking to cover the most amount of distance in one trip. It is a round trip from Lima (Paracas) to Lima and along its 2,350 km. (1,433 miles) it crosses the Pacific desert and Andes mountains all the way to the Cuzco city and back to Lima stopping at the famous Colca Canyon.
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
From the sea lion’s and flamingo’s habitat in the Paracas National Reserve, ride along the virgin beaches, sand dunes and moonlike terrain of the Great Ica Desert and cross the coastal Pacific Desert. In less than 2 hours, climb from the Nazca Lines at 500 meters (1,640 ft.) and observe the delicate Vicuña troops of the Pampa Galeras National Reserve at 4,000 meters (13,000 ft.). Cross the deep and picturesque Andean valleys and highlands observing unique natural habitats and hidden Indian villages all the way to Cuzco, the Capital of South America. Visit historical Cuzco and the famous lost city of Machu Picchu. Ride to the famous Colca Canyon where the Condor is often seen wandering it's deep gorges. Visit Arequipa and return to Lima along the Pacific desert once again but stopping at Puerto Inca, the favorite summer resort of the Inca.
INCLUDED COMPLEMENTARY TOUR
Machu Picchu lost city full day excursion, Ballestas Islands marine tour. All complementary tours include bilingual guides.
OPTIONAL COMPLEMENTARY TOUR
Nazca Lines over flight.
This program is created for those riders
feeling more comfortable riding over asphalt roads and looking to cover the most amount of distance in one trip. It is a round trip from Lima to Lima and along its 2,264 km. (1,380 miles), it crosses the Pacific desert and Andes mountains all the way to Cuzco city.
Then it heads back to Lima using a different route across the Central Andes
Mountain Range, stopping at the ancient Inca/Spanish towns of Ayacucho
and Andahuaylas.
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
Depart from Lima city on motorcycles heading south along the Pan-American highway to the sea lion’s and flamingo’s habitat in the Paracas National Reserve. Cross the Great Ica Desert all the way to Nazca where you will have the chance to book for an overflight to the famous Nazca Lines. In less than 2 hours, climb from the Nazca Lines at 500 meters (1,640 ft.) and observe the delicate Vicuña troops of the Pampa Galeras National Reserve at 4,000 meters (13,000 ft.). Cross the deep and picturesque Andean valleys and highlands observing unique natural habitats and hidden Indian villages all the way to Cuzco, the
archaeological capital of South America. Visit historical Cuzco, the Sacred Valley and the famous lost city of Machu Picchu.
Return to Lima using a different route crossing the Central Andes Mountain
Range, along its never ending curvy roads full of breathtaking Andean views.
Cross numerous indigeneous Andean villages stopping overnight at the ancient
Inca/Spanish towns of Ayacucho and Andahuaylas.
INCLUDED COMPLEMENTARY TOUR
Machu Picchu lost city full day excursion, Cuzco city and nearby ruins tour. All complementary tours include bilingual guides.
OPTIONAL COMPLEMENTARY TOUR
Nazca Lines over flight.
Asphalt: Most
of the tour is run over asphalt, there is a minor percentage of
dirt/gravel roads. No off-road experience is required.
Mixed: Add
a little more dirt/gravel roads to the "Asphalt" category, plus, combine
it with a small percentage of off-road sections. Some off-road experience is recommended, although not
necessarily highly technical.
Off-road: The tour is run mostly over off-road conditions. Tour suited only for highly experienced off-road riders.
Route map
The following map shows the detailed route for Programs 1 and 2. Please point the cursor over the drop style buttons to display and alternate between the route map of each program.
Our Tours include
Rent of a Honda XR650L or XR4OOR (depending on availability) motorcycle including daily maintenance
(gas not included).
A specially equipped 4WD support vehicle for luggage transport, spare parts and eventual motorcycle damage.
An experienced bilingual motorcycle guide.
A professional motorcycle mechanic for permanent mechanical support.
Permanent VHF radio communication between motorcycle guide and support vehicle.
All accommodations provided at hotels and special lodges that have been carefully selected to bring the best possible services for you.
All transfers to and from the airport and your hotel.
Guided excursions to the most important tourist attractions in the country like the hidden city of Machu Picchu, the archaeological city of Cuzco, the Nazca Lines (not included) and Geogliphs, the Ballestas Islands in the Paracas National Reserve, among others.
Comfortable 4WD vehicles for your non-riding companions.
A large variety of traditional and international dishes from Peru's world famous cuisine (Most meals are not included in our programs).
