How many kilometers do you drive?

About 2,700 kilometers, completely on well-developed asphalt through the Andes and along the Pacific coast.

Who is the tour suitable for?

For experienced motorcycle riders who ride regularly. Off-road experience is not necessary as the route is completely paved; the trip is not suitable for beginners due to the altitude and long stages.

Where do we start and end?

Start and finish is Arequipa. Airport transfers are included in the travel price.

What are the highlights?

Machu Picchu, the Colca Canyon with its condors, the dream roads of the Andes, Lake Titicaca with the Uros Islands, and Cusco.

What are the entry requirements for tourists from the EU and Switzerland?

Travelers from the EU and Switzerland need a passport that is valid for at least six months beyond the date of departure. No visa is required for stays of up to 90 days.

What vaccinations are recommended?

Check your standard vaccinations and renew them if necessary. A hepatitis A vaccination is additionally recommended for Peru. It is best to consult with your family doctor or a travel medicine specialist for personal advice.

Will I be picked up at the airport?

Yes. We will meet you in the arrival hall and will be easy to recognize. Please do not leave the hall until we have found each other. We track your flight online and respond to changes in arrival time.

What do you recommend regarding travel insurance?

Check whether your health and accident insurance is also valid abroad, and supplement it if necessary with trip cancellation, repatriation, and legal protection. Make sure it has worldwide validity and note down the emergency numbers.

What are the accommodations like?

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.

Do I need an international driver's license?

Yes. You need both your national and international driver's licenses. Be sure to check the validity of both documents before departure.

Will I be reachable by mobile phone while traveling?

In larger towns and mostly along the route, you will have reception. Affordable travel rates are worthwhile; clarify this in advance with your provider. Most hotels offer free Wi-Fi.

What is the condition of the roads?

This route is completely on well-built asphalt. On main roads, there are tolls, which motorcycles are often exempt from.

What risks should I expect in road traffic?

The risks depend on the stage. Daily briefings reduce the risk of accidents. Traffic in large cities is lively, and animals roam freely in rural areas. We recommend defensive driving, full protective gear, and zero alcohol.

How is the medical care?

In larger cities like Arequipa and Cusco, there are well-equipped clinics. In rural areas, care is limited. A strong travel insurance with an emergency number is essential for this long-distance trip.

When is the best time to travel?

There is no fixed best time as Peru has several climate zones. In the Andean highlands, April to October is ideal because it rains little then. We arrange our tour calendar according to climate and weather.

How does altitude affect me?

At altitude, headaches, fatigue, or shortness of breath may occur. Our stages are designed for slow adjustment. Drink plenty, coca tea and 'Sorojchi' tablets help. We carry an oximeter and blood pressure monitor.

How much fuel should I plan for?

For this tour of about 2,700 kilometers, you can budget around 100 euros for fuel. Fuel is sold per gallon (3.8 liters), paid in cash or by card.

Which motorcycle will we ride?

For this trip, you can choose between the CFmoto 450MT or the Honda NX500, two light and versatile travel enduro bikes. Both are manageable and comfortable and handle the paved Andean roads of this tour with ease.

How many seats are available in the support vehicle?

In the support vehicle, typically only one seat (maximum two) is available. It is allocated on the principle of 'first come, first served'.

Can the tour also be done by car?

Yes, this is absolutely possible and is a lot of fun for many participants. Everything is just as well organized as for the motorcycle group. We are happy to create offers for 2 to 6 people.

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On two wheels through the Andes to the sites of the Incas

MOTORCYCLE-TOURS · PERU

Motorcycle Trip Peru: Andes, Inca & Machu Picchu

In a short time, you will visit on the motorcycle the most famous places in Peru: the Nasca Lines, Lake Titicaca, and of course Machu Picchu. But this fascinating country has much more to offer.

How long? 14 Days

When? Spring, Autumn

Price $ 5,817 / Person

The Journey

On two wheels through the Andes to the sites of the Incas

Experience the most famous sights of Peru on a motorcycle in the shortest time possible, from the Nasca Lines to Lake Titicaca to Machu Picchu, and discover so much more along the way: this trip is what it's all about. You will ride through extremely dry deserts, along deep canyons, visit vibrant cities and colorful markets, and encounter the animals of the Andes. The ultimate goal is the best that South America has to offer: the lost Inca city of Machu Picchu, deep in the Andean rainforest. This is a guided group tour; accommodations will be in cozy 3-star tourist hotels. The route mostly goes along asphalt and is suitable for any adventurous rider, out on the CFmoto 450MT or the Honda NX500.

from $ 5,817 / Person

14 Days from 10 Intermediate

Select your date

05 Sep. 2026 to 19 Sep. 2026

14 Nov. 2026 to 28 Nov. 2026

03 Apr. 2027 to 17 Apr. 2027

04 Sep. 2027 to 18 Sep. 2027

13 Nov. 2027 to 27 Nov. 2027

Additional options

Einzelzimmerzuschlag one-time

$787

Garmin GPS mit roadbook one-time

$125

Side cases/panniers one-time

$189

Key Highlights of the Trip

01 Experience Machu Picchu

Experience Machu Picchu

The absolute highlight of the trip: the UNESCO World Heritage site Machu Picchu at 2,430 meters. By train and bus you reach the legendary Inca citadel between steep peaks, the crowning moment of every motorcycle trip through the Andes in Peru.

02 Colca Canyon & Condor

Colca Canyon & Condor

At the famous Cruz del Condor, you observe the mighty Andean condor in the wild. The Colca Canyon is one of the deepest gorges in the world and, along with hot springs near Chivay, forms one of the most beautiful sections of the trip.

03 Curve Paradise of the Andes

Curve Paradise of the Andes

Between Nasca and Chalhuanca lies one of the best motorcycle roads in South America: kilometers of curves over passes beyond 4,200 meters, past llamas, alpacas, and vicuñas. A dream for every motorcyclist.

04 Titicaca Lake & Uros

Titicaca Lake & Uros

At the highest navigable lake in the world, you visit the floating reed islands of the Uros on a boat trip. At over 3,800 meters, deep blue water, vibrant culture, and vast Andean panoramas await you.

05 Cusco & Sacred Valley

Cusco & Sacred Valley

Cusco, the ancient capital of the Incas, delights with steep streets, the Plaza de Armas, and the ruins of Saqsayhuaman. From here, the route leads to the Sacred Valley with its numerous fascinating Inca sites.

Days 1–14

Arrival in Arequipa

Welcome to Peru! Today you will arrive in Arequipa, the vibrant city in the south of the country. We will pick you up at the airport and take you to the hotel. During the briefing, your guide will discuss the tour, the formalities, and the deposit for the motorcycle. The rest of the day is yours.

Altitude: 2,300 m · no driving day

Arequipa to Puerto Inka

Finally, the engines start! First, we need to find our way out of the city. After about 50 kilometers, we reach the Pan-American Highway and follow it north to sea level. Along the Pacific coast, we roll to Puerto Inka, where a nice hotel awaits next to Inca ruins.

Distance: 410 km · Elevation: 2,300 m to sea level · Pavement: Asphalt

Puerto Inka to Nasca

We continue along the Pan American Highway northward, through one of the driest deserts in the world, all the way to Nasca. The place is famous for its geoglyphs and lines that can only be seen from the air. In the afternoon, you can optionally take a half-hour flight over the Pampa.

Distance: 180 km · Altitude: sea level to 500 m · Surface: asphalt

Nasca to Chalhuanca

From Nasca, the mighty Andes road takes us up over 4,200 meters, where llamas, alpacas, and vicuñas graze. Here begins one of the best motorcycle roads in South America: endless curves for miles. Passing the small mountain village of Puquio, we go even higher before reaching Chalhuanca.

Distance: 340 km · Altitude: 500 m over 4,500 m down to 2,000 m · Surface: Asphalt

From Chalhuanca to Cusco

After an early breakfast and much ups and downs over the Andes, we reach one of the most beautiful cities in South America: Cusco, the old capital of the Incas.

Distance: 320 km · Altitude: 2,000 m to 3,500 m · Surface: Asphalt

Discovering Cusco

After breakfast, your guide will take you on a guided city walk through the center of Cusco that lasts about two and a half hours. After that, you can explore the city on your own: steep alleys, the Plaza de Armas, markets, the cathedral, museums, and the ruins of Saqsayhuaman.

Altitude: 3,400 m · no travel day

Cusco to Ollantaytambo

From Cusco we drive to the Sacred Valley of the Incas. Along the way, we visit various Inca sites, well-known and lesser-known, each fascinating in its own way. We end the day in the village of Ollantaytambo.

Distance: 80 km · Altitude: 3,500 m to 2,800 m · Pavement: Asphalt

Questions about the tour itinerary?

Our tour guide is happy to answer any questions about the day-by-day route, stops, and details.

Machu Picchu

The absolute highlight of the trip: Machu Picchu. To this day, there is no road leading here. Early in the morning, the train takes you to the town of Aguas Calientes, from there a bus takes you up to the citadel in half an hour. After the visit, you return by train to Ollantaytambo.

Height: 2,430 m · no travel day

Ollantaytambo to Quincemil

Back on the motorcycle! Today we are heading to Quincemil, a small tropical village on the eastern slopes of the Andes. The paved descent is spectacular, perhaps the most beautiful motorcycle road of your life. We will spend the night in a cozy, family-run hotel in the jungle.

Distance: 300 km · Elevation: 2,800 m to 600 m · Surface: Asphalt

Quincemil to Puno

Another extraordinary driving day, now uphill against the mighty Andes, as if you had to drive up a wall. The views are magnificent. After lunch in Macusani, we reach Puno by Lake Titicaca, where we will spend the night.

Distance: 480 km · Altitude: 600 m to 3,800 m · Surface: Asphalt

Lake Titicaca and Uros Islands

In the morning, we take a boat trip on Lake Titicaca and visit the floating reed islands of the Uros. The rest of the day is at your leisure.

Altitude: 3,800 m · no travel day

Puno to Colca Canyon

Once again we cross the Andes from east to west, heading towards the Colca Canyon. The reward is tremendous views of the high mountains. We end the day in Chivay; in the afternoon we relax in the natural hot springs.

Distance: 315 km · Elevation: 3,800 m above 4,910 m to 3,600 m · Surface: Asphalt

Colca Canyon to Arequipa

Again it means getting up early, because the condors don't wait. After about an hour, we reach the “Cruz del Condor” in the middle of the Colca Canyon, where you can observe the Andean condor flying in the wild. After that, we return to Arequipa, where the tour began.

Distance: 260 km · Altitude: 3,600 m to 2,300 m · Surface: Asphalt

Departure from Arequipa

Today we will take you to Arequipa airport, from where you will take your return flight. Until next time, Peru!

Altitude: 2,300 m · no travel day

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PRICE

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$ 5,817 / person

Price Options

Driver in rental motorcycle CFmoto 450MT or Honda NX500 in shared double room $ 5,817

Passenger on motorcycle $ 4,020

Additional Options

Single room surcharge $ 787

Garmin GPS with roadbook $ 125

Side cases/panniers $ 189

Trip includes

13 overnight stays in tourist class hotels with private bathroom (shower/WC), including standard breakfast (accommodation in double room)
Lunch on travel days
Motorcycle rental for the entire tour with unlimited kilometers *
Multilingual tour guide on the motorcycle **
Support vehicle with driver/mechanic **
World-famous 'Walking City Tour in Cusco'
Day trip to Machu Picchu (including train, bus, and entrance tickets as well as guide)
Admission to the Colca Canyon
Boat trip on Lake Titicaca
All airport transfers
Travel security certificate (insolvency protection according to BGB §651r), mandatory for all OVERCROSS trips

Airport fees and taxes / Your outbound and return flight to/from Arequipa (Peru)
Travel health insurance (mandatory!)
Single room surcharge (mandatory for solo travelers!)
All entrance fees for museums, national parks, etc. not explicitly mentioned
Optional comprehensive insurance (premium: 240 US$ / maximum deductible: 700 US$) + deposit for the motorcycle (with insurance: 700 US$ / without insurance: 2,500 US$)
Anything not listed in the service description

FAQS

About 2,700 kilometers, completely on well-developed asphalt through the Andes and along the Pacific coast.
For experienced motorcycle riders who ride regularly. Off-road experience is not necessary as the route is completely paved; the trip is not suitable for beginners due to the altitude and long stages.
Start and finish is Arequipa. Airport transfers are included in the travel price.
Machu Picchu, the Colca Canyon with its condors, the dream roads of the Andes, Lake Titicaca with the Uros Islands, and Cusco.
Travelers from the EU and Switzerland need a passport that is valid for at least six months beyond the date of departure. No visa is required for stays of up to 90 days.
Check your standard vaccinations and renew them if necessary. A hepatitis A vaccination is additionally recommended for Peru. It is best to consult with your family doctor or a travel medicine specialist for personal advice.
Yes. We will meet you in the arrival hall and will be easy to recognize. Please do not leave the hall until we have found each other. We track your flight online and respond to changes in arrival time.
Check whether your health and accident insurance is also valid abroad, and supplement it if necessary with trip cancellation, repatriation, and legal protection. Make sure it has worldwide validity and note down the emergency numbers.
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.
Yes. You need both your national and international driver's licenses. Be sure to check the validity of both documents before departure.
In larger towns and mostly along the route, you will have reception. Affordable travel rates are worthwhile; clarify this in advance with your provider. Most hotels offer free Wi-Fi.
This route is completely on well-built asphalt. On main roads, there are tolls, which motorcycles are often exempt from.
The risks depend on the stage. Daily briefings reduce the risk of accidents. Traffic in large cities is lively, and animals roam freely in rural areas. We recommend defensive driving, full protective gear, and zero alcohol.
In larger cities like Arequipa and Cusco, there are well-equipped clinics. In rural areas, care is limited. A strong travel insurance with an emergency number is essential for this long-distance trip.
There is no fixed best time as Peru has several climate zones. In the Andean highlands, April to October is ideal because it rains little then. We arrange our tour calendar according to climate and weather.
At altitude, headaches, fatigue, or shortness of breath may occur. Our stages are designed for slow adjustment. Drink plenty, coca tea and 'Sorojchi' tablets help. We carry an oximeter and blood pressure monitor.
For this tour of about 2,700 kilometers, you can budget around 100 euros for fuel. Fuel is sold per gallon (3.8 liters), paid in cash or by card.
For this trip, you can choose between the CFmoto 450MT or the Honda NX500, two light and versatile travel enduro bikes. Both are manageable and comfortable and handle the paved Andean roads of this tour with ease.
In the support vehicle, typically only one seat (maximum two) is available. It is allocated on the principle of 'first come, first served'.
Yes, this is absolutely possible and is a lot of fun for many participants. Everything is just as well organized 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.
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