Peru

March 13-27, 2013

Join the RoadRUNNER team on our extended tour of Peru specially designed for our readers. Savor incredible Andean roads, great green valleys, Inca villages, marvelous cultures and hospitality, and some of the most scenic landscapes in the world as you explore places you have only seen in National Geographic.

For two weeks you will be immersed in Latin culture as you stay in small, family owned hotels ranging from rustic to luxurious. You will sample authentic local food as you travel through small Peruvian villages.

The riding experience is second to none, as you will traverse technical, curvy, and frequently steep and narrow roads while reaching altitudes up to 16,000 feet. About 10% of the roads are gravel, making things even more adventurous! This tour is for experienced riders only.

Dates: March 13-27, 2013
Arrival/Departure: Arequipa, Peru
Duration: 15 day vacation, 8 riding days, and 4 days of sightseeing
Total distance: 1,450 miles / 2,320 km
Average Daily Mileage: 181 miles / 290 km
Group Size: Max 12 riders
Highlights: Machu Picchu, Nazca lines, Inca greenhouses, Chauchilla Cemetery, Cusco, Puno and Lake Titicaca, Colca Canyon, and much more.
Rates: $3,590-$5,430
Tour prices include: Motorcycle rental, airport shuttle service, accommodations, breakfast and lunch, two multilingual guides, a support vehicle, tour information package and safety tips, road map, train ride to Machu Picchu, all entrance fees, and a boat ride. Fuel is also included for this tour.

Itinerary

Wednesday March 13, 2013                                       Departure (overnight flight)
Thursday March 14, 2013                                           Arrival in Arequipa – sightseeing
Friday March 15, 2013                                                Arequipa – Puerto Inca
Saturday March 16, 2013                                            Puerto Inca – Nasca
Sunday March 17, 2013                                              Nasca – Chalhuanca
Monday March 18, 2013                                             Chalhuanca – Cusco
Tuesday March 19, 2013                                             Cusco – sightseeing
Wednesday March 20, 2013                                       Cusco – Ollantaytambo
Thursday March 21, 2013                                           Ollantaytambo – Machu Picchu
Friday March 22, 2013                                                Ollantaytambo – Puno
Saturday March 23, 2013                                            Puno – Lake Titicaca
Sunday March 24, 2013                                              Puno – Colca Canyon
Monday March 25, 2013                                             Colca Canyon – Arequipa
Tuesday March 26, 2013                                             Departure from Arequipa
Wednesday March 27, 2013                                       Flight home

For more information or to register please contact us at (866) 343-7623 or email us.

Here’s what previous participants had to say:

“I enjoyed the adventure i.e., road conditions due to recent weather, the sightseeing was very good and the change in geography was pretty cool. Note: This was my first time going anywhere south of the U.S. and it was quite an eye opener. Enjoyed the group and had a great time.” 

“I enjoyed all aspects of the tour. I especially liked the ample opportunities for independent riding when the situation allowed. The tour was a great ride with a wide variety of road and weather conditions and some of the most spectacular landscapes imaginable.” 

“What I liked best about the tour were the roads–the altitudes–the variety! It was nice to have the opportunity to mix up the road surfaces we traveled. The participants in the group were all fantastic!”

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