Day 01: Cusco - Tres Cruces de Oro (Biking distance: 50 km/ 31 mi)
Early in the morning you will leave Cusco by bus. This day will lead you through the Sacred Valley of the Incas and the Andean Highlands with its traditional communities. From the highest pass (4170 m/ 13.681 ft) of this mountain bike tour you will enjoy the first downhill, passing wide landscapes and small Andean villages until reaching the colonial village of Paucartambo (2900 m/ 9.514 ft). After climbing up to the Acjanaco-pass (3550 m/ 11.647 ft), the last pass and entrance to the Manu National Park, you will reach the viewpoint Tres Cruces de Oro (3700 m/ 12.139 ft). This place offers a great view over the eastern slopes of the Andes and the green canopy of the Amazon Jungle. Camp at the viewpoint.



Day 02: Tres Cruces de Oro - TAMBO PAITITI (Biking distance: 65 km/ 40 mi)
Early risers will be able to observe a spectacular sunrise, being surrounded by the snow-capped mountains of the Cordillera Vilcanota and Cordillera Urubamba. You will look over the Andes to the Amazon Rainforest that extends to the horizon. After breakfast you can enjoy a 65 km/ 40 mi downhill, leaving about 2000 m/ 6.562 ft of difference in elevation behind you! You will observe the fascinating change from the altiplano to the Cloud Forest of the Manu National Park with its rich fauna and flora. In the early afternoon you will reach the San Pedro River. A short jungle walk will take you to the Manu Eco Lodge TAMBO PAITITI (1500 m/ 4.921 ft).



Day 03: TAMBO PAITITI
The early morning is the best time for bird-watching and observation of other animals of the Cloud Forest. From the observation tower or the different platforms of TAMBO PAITITI itself and right above the San Pedro River you may see the Andean Cock of the Rock (national bird of Peru), Toucan, Quetzal, Tanager and Motmot as well as Woolly Monkeys, Brown Capuchin Monkeys, Tayra, Agouti, Southern Tamandua and South American Coati. The Manu Cloud Forest is also habitat of the Night Monkey, the rare Spectacled Bear, the Jaguarondi, Ocelot, Puma, Weasel, Otter, squirrels and a big family of rodents and bats. After a delicious breakfast in TAMBO PAITITI your guide will invite you to leave the Manu Eco Lodge for a hike through the Manu Cloud Forest, another observation walk will be offered in the afternoon. Of course, you may also just relax observing nature from the terrace of the lodge and other viewpoints, or you can have a refreshing bath in the San Pedro River. After dinner you may experience nature within dark and learn more about the fauna and flora of the Manu Cloud Forest.

Day 04: TAMBO PAITITI - Cusco (Biking distance: 40 km / 25 mi)
This morning offers another opportunity for the observation of the Cloud Forest’s wildlife. After breakfast you will take the bus back to the Acjanaco Pass and may take chance of the long and soft downhill by mountain bike to Paucartambo. After lunch, the bus will take you to the Huachuqasa Pass (4170 m/ 13.681 ft) where you can enjoy the last bike ride to the Sacred Valley of the Incas. You will arrive in Cusco by bus in the afternoon. (B, L)

Service includes:
Pick up at hotel, private bus, mountain bike, helmet, gloves, camping equipment, 1 night in camp, 2 nights in TAMBO PAITITI, food as indicated (B= Breakfast, L= Lunch, D= Dinner), and guide.

Recommended equipment:

Binoculars Camera + extra batteries Flash-light + extra batteries Sunscreen lotion (SPF at least 30) Insect repellent Personal toiletries and medications Sunglasses Hat

Long-sleeved shirts Long pants Hiking boots Sneakers/ sandals Rain suit Swimsuit Sleeping bag

Daily
USD per person: 660
Family Rate (Minimum 4 Members): USD per person: 590