Rides in the Peruvian Andes
Our riding holidays and equestrian tours from our ranch in the Sacred Valley of the Incas, Cusco, are suitable for the more experienced rider, intermediate to advanced, and run from mid-March until mid-November.
Below is a summary of our rides. Please click on the title to learn more about each ride. We also organise exclusive tailor-made rides for private parties.
- Horse riding holiday
- 11 days/10 nights
- Scheduled departure: dates Apr-Oct.
- Meeting point: Cusco
- Riding level: intermediate to advanced
- Horse riding holiday
- 6 days/5 nights
- Scheduled departure: dates Apr-Oct.
- Meeting point: Cusco
- Riding level: intermediate to advanced
- Horse riding holiday
- 3 days/2 nights
- Scheduled departure: dates Apr-Oct.
- Meeting point: The Sacred Valley
- Riding level: intermediate to advanced
Different Levels of Riding Ability
Beginner:
A rider who has limited experience, is unable to apply basic aids and does not have a firm and balanced seat
Novice:
A rider who is capable of mounting and dismounting unassisted, capable of applying basic aids, comfortable and in control at the walk.
Intermediate:
A rider who has a firm and balanced seat, is capable of mounting and dismounting unassisted, is confident and in control at all paces (walk, trot, canter, gallop), but does not ride regularly. He or she has ridden several different types of horses and can independently manage a horse’s care.
Strong Intermediate:
An intermediate rider who is currently riding regularly and is comfortable in the saddle for at least 6 hours per day.
Advanced:
All of the above and capable of handling a spirited horse in open country. Their seat is balanced and secure, their hands are soft.
They are able to ride most horses including working with young/green horses.
The advanced rider is able to teach lessons to beginners, break and train horses and teach a horse advanced manoeuvres. The advanced rider knows horse breeds and conformation well and is able to detect unsoundness vs. blemishes in a horse.
«This is more than a riding holiday. A culturally enriching experience which gives the rider the opportunity to ride incredible Peruvian horses across epic landscapes, meet local people and observe the way of life in city, valley and mountains, sample delicious locally grown food and see the markets and farmers at work. Understand the complex history and culture of Peru. I came back a more confident rider and more knowledgeable about Peru and South America. An experience not to be missed.»
Charlotte Deveroux – UK
«This is a trip of a lifetime! If you are looking to see an amazing country filled with culture up close and personal, this is the way to do it. The horses and tack are top notch. The hospitality will blow you away. Your every need is attended to by friendly, knowledgeable staff. Not to mention the food! We had the freshest, most elaborate meals served to us at every stop. We were so sorry to say goodbye. I felt like I was leaving family.»
Marcelle Leblanc – USA
«This is a trip of a lifetime! If you are looking to see an amazing country filled with culture up close and personal, this is the way to do it. The horses and tack are top notch. The hospitality will blow you away. Your every need is attended to by friendly, knowledgeable staff. Not to mention the food! We had the freshest, most elaborate meals served to us at every stop. We were so sorry to say goodbye. I felt like I was leaving family.»
Marcelle Leblanc – USA
"Top 10 Horseback Rides in the World."
