Tim W.
The Peru motorcycle tour to Cusco offers a clear routing along the Pacific coast and the Andes, which is challenging for experienced riders. The technical brief...
MOTORCYCLE-TRIPS · PERU
Motorcycle Tour Peru: From Lima to Cusco & Machu Picchu
This motorcycle tour through Peru takes you from Lima to Cusco and Machu Picchu, the heart of the ancient Inca Empire.
How long?
15 Days
When?
Mar 20, 2027
Price
€ 4,600
/ Person
The Journey
From Lima over the Andes to Cusco and Machu Picchu
From the vibrant coastal metropolis of Lima to the "navel of the world" in Cusco: This Lima Cusco motorcycle tour takes you along the Pan-American Highway, up into the Andes and to the most famous sites of Peru. You will fly over the Nazca Lines, reach Machu Picchu, and observe sea lions and penguins on the Ballestas Islands. Between the coast and over 4,700 meters in height, new landscapes constantly await you. Around 2,300 kilometers of riding fun on the Yamaha Ténéré 700, tailored for experienced riders.
Key Highlights of the Trip
Key Highlights of the Trip
01
Reach Machu Picchu
01
Reach Machu Picchu
On this motorcycle tour through Peru, you will reach the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Machu Picchu, the Inca citadel high above the Urubamba Valley. Visiting this wonder of the world will be the highlight of your journey.
02
Nazca Lines from above
02
Nazca Lines from above
On an optional flight in a small airplane, you observe the mysterious Nasca Lines: huge geoglyphs of a monkey, hummingbird, and spider that only come together into complete figures from the air.
03
Cusco, navel of the world
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Cusco, navel of the world
Cusco was once the capital of the Inca Empire and is today the cultural center of the Andes. Colonial architecture, vibrant squares, and the proximity to Machu Picchu make the city the centerpiece of your Lima Cusco motorcycle tour.
04
Pampa Galeras & Vicunas
04
Pampa Galeras & Vicunas
On the way to the Andes, you cross the Pampa Galeras nature reserve at over 4,500 meters. The highlands are known for their large herds of wild vicuñas that roam freely across the vast Puna landscapes.
05
Pass Abra Apacheta
05
Pass Abra Apacheta
The return trip to the coast leads over the Abra Apacheta pass at an altitude of 4,746 meters. Narrow hairpin turns and wide views of the Andes make this stage a true motorcycle highlight.
Days 1–15
Lima - Arrival and Transfer
Welcome to Peru! After arriving at Jorge Chávez Airport in Lima, our transfer will take you to the hotel. The first evening of your motorcycle tour through Peru is yours to arrive and acclimatize, ideal for resting after the long flight before the Andes call.
Lima
To kick things off, you explore Lima, the cultural center of Peru with its UNESCO World Heritage old town. Highlights of the city tour include the Plaza de Armas and the Presidential Palace. Before the Lima to Cusco motorcycle tour really begins, you get a feel for the history, cuisine, and rhythm of the Peruvian capital. (Entries on site.)
Ica - Panamericana
On the Panamericana, you roll south. In Ica, you visit the desert oasis Huacachina, framed by palm trees and huge sand dunes. The first kilometers of your Peru Andes motorcycle tour take you along the Pacific coast, where the sea and desert meet closely and the landscape constantly changes.
Nasca - Flight over the Nasca Lines
About 150 kilometers further on the Pan-American Highway you reach Nasca. From here, you can optionally take off in a small plane and view the mysterious Nasca lines from the air. This stage of the Nasca lines motorcycle tour is one of the most impressive moments of the journey when figures like a hummingbird and a monkey can be seen below you. (Flight can be booked on-site with us.)
Abancay - Over Pampa Galeras into the Andes
Today we go up into the Andes. On the 460-kilometer leg, you will cross the Pampa Galeras nature reserve with its herds of vicuñas and reach altitudes of over 4,500 meters. This section of the Andes motorcycle trip in Peru challenges you with thin air and vast puna landscapes, but rewards you with magnificent views.
Cusco - Arrival in the Navel of the World
About 200 kilometers will take you to Cusco, the ancient Inca capital, whose name means "navel of the world." The Andean city is full of history and charm. For many, this day is the highlight of the Cusco motorcycle tour, when cobbled streets and colonial squares appear before you for the first time.
Aguas Calientes - Bus and Train
Today the motorcycles are resting. By bus you will travel to Ollantaytambo and then by train to Aguas Calientes, where you will spend the night very close to Machu Picchu. Even without a motorcycle, this day of your motorcycle tour Peru Machu Picchu remains exciting, as the Sacred Valley of the Incas passes by with its terraces and mountain villages.
Machu Picchu - Visit of the Inca city
Early in the morning, you take the first bus up to the world-famous ruins of Machu Picchu and immerse yourself in the world of the Incas. The visit to this wonder of the world is the highlight of any Machu Picchu motorcycle tour, terraced slopes, temples, and the view over the Urubamba Valley will long be remembered. (Admission on site, not included.)
Questions about the tour itinerary?
Our tour guide is happy to answer any questions about the day-by-day route, stops, and details.
Cusco - Free time
The day in Cusco belongs to you. Museums, churches, and the many restaurants around the Plaza invite you to explore and linger, just according to your taste. This break on the motorcycle tour of Peru gives you time to enjoy the altitude and gather strength for the return trip through the Andes.
Andahuaylas - Curvy Andean Stage
On winding 340 kilometers you drive to Andahuaylas, a typical Andean city at 2,900 meters in the valley of the Río Chumba. The way back is one of the most beautiful sections of this motorcycle tour through Peru, with endless hairpin bends, green valleys, and hardly any traffic away from the major routes.
Ayacucho - Off the Beaten Path
Further to Ayacucho. Away from the tourist streams, you will experience the "real" Peru over approximately 230 kilometers before you reach your destination for today. This stage of the motorcycle journey Peru Cusco passes through villages and highlands, where traditions are still alive and hospitality is highly valued.
Paracas - Over the Abra Apacheta
Over the airy pass Abra Apacheta at 4,746 meters, you go back to the coast. After about 360 kilometers, you reach the relaxed Paracas. This high-altitude stage is a highlight of the Peru Andes motorcycle tour, as narrow serpentine roads and wide views of the snow-covered peaks accompany you.
Ballestas Islands - Boat and National Park
In the morning, you visit the Ballestas Islands with sea lions, penguins, and seabirds, almost like in Galapagos. In the afternoon, you explore the Paracas National Park by motorcycle. This day of the motorcycle tour in Peru combines wildlife and desert coast and shows a completely different side of the country. (Boat tour on site, not included in services.)
Lima - Return trip along the coast
On the last approximately 255 kilometers of the Pan-American Highway, you return to Lima, with a motorcycle bag full of impressions. Thus, the riding part of your Lima Cusco motorcycle tour ends where it began – with a final view of the Pacific and the vibrant capital.
Lima - Return flight
Transfer to the airport and return flight. Until next time, Peru! As a conclusion to this Machu Picchu motorcycle tour, you take home pictures of the Andes, coast, and Inca sites. We hope to welcome you again soon on one of our tours.
Want a detailed description of all tour days?
Our expert will walk you through the full itinerary and answer all your questions.
Verified Reviews
What riders say about Motorcycle-trips in Peru
4.7
Dirk S.
The Peru motorcycle tour from Lima to Cusco offers a clear group dynamic for a group of up to 10 people. The route planning ensures that the pace during the twi...
Sebastian S.
The guidance from the German-speaking tour guide was consistently transparent and well-structured. Each day, clear briefings on the routes were provided, especi...
PRICE
from
€ 4,600
/ person
Price Options
Self-driver with rental motorcycle Yamaha T7 Tenere
€ 4,600
Passenger on motorcycle
€ 1,700
Additional Options
Single room surcharge
/ Person
€ 450
Trip includes
- Rental motorcycle Yamaha Ténéré 700 for self-riders
- Overnight stays in carefully selected hotels
- German-speaking tour guide throughout the route
- Support vehicle for luggage transport
- Satellite phone for on the road
- Airport transfers for arrival and departure
- Mandatory comprehensive insurance
- Travel security certificate (insolvency protection according to BGB §651r) – mandatory for all OVERCROSS trips.
FAQS
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Around 2,300 kilometers take you along the Pan-American Highway and through the Andean highlands.
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For experienced motorcyclists who ride regularly. The trip is not suitable for beginners due to the altitude and long stages.
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The start and end is in Lima. The airport transfers are included in the travel price.
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Machu Picchu, the Nazca Lines, the Inca capital Cusco, and the Ballestas Islands near Paracas.
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Travelers from the EU and Switzerland need a passport that is still valid for at least six months beyond the departure date. No visa is required for stays of up to 90 days.
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Check your standard vaccinations and refresh them if necessary. A hepatitis A vaccination is additionally recommended for Peru. For personal advice, it's best to consult your family doctor or a travel medicine specialist.
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Yes. We expect you in the arrivals hall and are easily recognizable. Please do not leave the hall until we have met. We track your flight online and react to changes in arrival time.
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Check if your health and accident insurance also applies abroad, and supplement it if necessary with trip cancellation, repatriation, and legal protection. Make sure it has worldwide validity and note the emergency numbers.
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We stay in carefully selected 2- and 3-star hotels with clean rooms, shower, toilet, and good breakfast. Single and double rooms are available; double rooms are only suitable for travelers who know each other.
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Yes. You need both your national and international driving licenses. Be sure to check the validity of both documents before departure.
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In larger towns and mostly also on the route, you will have reception. Affordable travel rates are worthwhile; clarify this in advance with your provider. Most hotels offer free Wi-Fi.
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The roads vary but usually surprise our participants positively. Tolls apply on main roads, which motorcycles are often exempt from. We indicate the off-road portion in the travel program.
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The risks depend on the stage. Daily briefings lower the accident risk. Traffic in large cities is lively, and animals roam freely in the countryside. We recommend defensive driving, full protective gear, and zero alcohol.
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In larger cities like Lima, Ica, and Cusco, there are well-equipped clinics. In rural areas, the care is limited. A strong travel insurance policy with an emergency number is mandatory for this long trip.
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There is no fixed best time, as Peru has several climate zones. April to October is ideal in the Andean highlands because it rarely rains then. Our tour calendar is based on climate and weather.
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In altitude, headaches, fatigue, or shortness of breath can occur. Our stages are designed for slow adjustment. Drinking plenty, coca tea, and "Sorojchi" tablets help. We carry an oximeter and blood pressure monitor.
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For this tour, you can calculate around 90 to 100 euros for fuel. Fuel is purchased per gallon (3.8 liters), payable in cash or by card.
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You will ride this tour on the Yamaha Ténéré 700, a light and off-road capable travel enduro with real rally character. It handles asphalt and gravel confidently and is ideal for this Andean tour.
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Usually, there is only one seat available in the support vehicle (a maximum of two). It is allocated on a "first come, first served" basis.
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Yes, this is easily possible and provides a lot of fun for many participants. Everything is organized just as well as for the motorcycle group. We are happy to create offers for 2 to 6 people.
OVERCROSS note on itinerary
The above travel description is a non-binding online proposal and does not represent a binding travel itinerary. We expressly reserve the right to make changes to the route, schedule, and accommodations (§ 651d BGB in conjunction with Art. 250 EGBGB). The terms and conditions of OVERCROSS apply.Terms and Conditions of OVERCROSS
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