Cusco

15 Best Cusco Horseback Riding

The ride-outs above the city: the Temple of the Moon, the Devil’s Balcony and eucalyptus trails on sure-footed criollo horses. Cusco’s ruins ring the hills; the saddle reaches the quiet ones.

1.Horseback Riding Mystic Tour Temple of the Moon & Chacan Mountain

Discover Cusco’s stunning landscapes and Inca heritage on a 3.5-hour horseback riding tour to the Temple of the Moon and Chacan Mountain, with expert guides.

Most Popular★ 5.0

“Well behaved horses, it felt safe the whole time even for us who are not used to horses. Gabriel is very knowledgable. The landscape is beautiful! It was also nice that we got a little snack on the tour.”

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2.Horseback Riding Tour to the Devil’s Balcony from Cusco

Experience horseback riding near Cusco with visits to Inca ruins and the Devil’s Balcony. Enjoy expert guides, stunning views, and authentic Andean life.

★ 5.0

“Spectacular views on this ride with a very knowledgeable guide. The visits of the devil’s balcony and other sites were just an extra wonderful addition to that horse back riding.”

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4.Cusco: 3-Hour Horse Riding Tour to the Temple of the Moon

Experience Cusco's stunning scenery on a 3-hour horseback ride to the Temple of the Moon, led by knowledgeable guides, with breathtaking views and cultural insights.

★ 5.0

“The horse riding tour was fantastic. The horses were beautiful and so well behaved, making it incredibly easy for novices to enjoy the tour. I rode Sultán and my wife rode Padrón and they were both great. The guide was also very good and telling…”

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5.Cusco: Half-Day Horseback Riding at Devil’s Balcony

Discover Cusco on horseback with a half-day tour exploring Inca ruins, stunning viewpoints like Devil's Balcony, and scenic mountain trails for a memorable adventure.

“Everything was wonderful. The booking, transportation, guide (I really don’t know how to spell his name) to the horses… It’s an experience beyond satisfaction. Highly recommended. I don’t mind to do it again before leaving.”

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6.Horse Riding Chacan Mountain And Temple Of The Moon

Experience Cusco on horseback with this 3.5-hour tour to the Temple of the Moon and Chacan Mountain. Perfect for scenic views and history lovers.

★ 5.0

“It was a great experience :) Gabriel was really nice, he picked me up at my hostel and then we drove to his ranch. Before we start riding he gave me some snacks and a helmet. So we started our riding tour on his super…”

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7.Horseback riding in Cusco to the Temple of the Moon

Explore Inca sites outside Cusco on a 2.5-hour horseback riding tour, including visits to the Temple of the Moon with knowledgeable guides and stunning views.

★ 5.0

“Most incredible horseback ride with the most incredible instructor. He spoke excellent English and taught us the history of the land. I enjoyed our conversations. The scenery was absolutely beautiful too. I'll be reccomending to all my friends who visit Cusco.”

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8.Horseback Tour in cusco to Temple of the Moon & Hidden temples

Discover Cusco on horseback with an authentic tour to the Temple of the Moon and hidden Incan ruins. An accessible adventure filled with scenic views and cultural insights.

★ 5.0

“Well organised experience with two hours of horse riding as well as guided tour of the less well known Incan ruins behind Sacsayhuaman. Spectacular scenery and very multilingual professional staff. Catered well to our family of five including children. Highly recommend !”

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9.Horseback Riding Plus Tour to Sacsayhuaman, Quenqo, Puka Pucara and Tambomachay

Discover Cusco’s Inca ruins on horseback, exploring Sacsayhuaman, Qenqo, Puka Pucara, and Tambomachay with expert guides, scenic views, and a relaxed 4-hour ride.

★ 5.0

“Guide was Excellent. He was very knowledgeable. He explained Inca history at each site. The horses were good and the scenery was great. The horse riding was only about 1 hrs of the tour the rest we traveled by van to each site.”

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10.Half day Horseback Riding tour around Sacsayhuaman park

Experience a half-day horseback ride around Sacsayhuaman, exploring Incan sites, caves, and stunning scenery with knowledgeable guides and great horses.

★ 5.0

“Riding a horse has been a dream of mine for a long time. And I'm so glad I got the chance to fulfill it in this way. The experience is very relaxing, almost meditative. The guides were very informative and helpful all the way. And…”

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11.Cusco Day Tour Horse Riding Mystic Tour Full Service The Most Recommended

Experience Cusco's Inca culture on a 3.5-hour horse riding tour, visiting the Temple of the Moon and Chacan Mountain with expert guides and stunning views.

★ 5.0

“If I could give this tour 10 stars, I would. Gabriel, the owner of the ranch will take you through a magical experience on horseback. He will tell you stories about the Incas and the temple of the moon that you will never forget. His…”

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13.Horse Riding to the Temple of the Moon + Guided Visit to Sacsayhuaman – Cusco

Experience Cusco’s Sacred Valley on horseback, visiting the Temple of the Moon and Sacsayhuaman with expert guides. A scenic, authentic adventure for history and nature lovers.

★ 5.0

“I loved horse riding to the Temple of the Moon! My guide Benicita was also knowledgeable, friendly and fun - without her, Saqsaywaman would have been a less interesting experience (you wouldn’t know what you’re looking at).”

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14.“Rainbow Mountain on Horseback” Day trip with Peru Vip

Discover Rainbow Mountain on horseback with Peru Vip. Enjoy stunning landscapes, expert guides, and comfortable transport on this private day trip from Cusco.

★ 5.0

“We had the greatest experience: the rainbow mountain and surroundings are truly amazing. I would highly recommend to get this tour with the horses as well, it is more fun and you still get to hike in the end. TBH without horses it would be…”

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15.Horseback Riding: 4 Archaeological Sites

Discover Cusco's archaeological sites on horseback with guided tours, combining history, scenic views, and a unique riding experience for an authentic adventure.

★ 4.5

“Gabriel and his staff show tremendous pride in their horses and the history of the area. The pick-up from our hotel was on time and a short drive to the drop-off point. It was fairly muddy due to rain but it wasn't a problem for…”

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