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Machu Picchu & Maras, Moray by ATV 2 Days

4.9 Tripadvisor, Viajes Cusco Perú (sister agency), 78 reviews Cusco, Moray, Maras, Ollantaytambo, Aguas Calientes, Machu Picchu Daily departures
2 days, 1 nightNight in Aguas Calientes
ATV to Moray, MarasSafety briefing and helmet
Circuit 2 ticketGuided visit on day 2
12,340 ft high pointPlateau above the valley, 3,762 m
Shared serviceLicensed English-speaking guide

The trip in one paragraph

Day one swaps the tour bus for a four-wheeler. You ride dirt tracks across the farmland of the Maras plateau, stop at the sunken terraces of Moray and the salt pans of Maras, then drop to Ollantaytambo for the train to Aguas Calientes. Day two is Machu Picchu with a licensed guide. It is the cheapest of our 2-day Machu Picchu packages, and the one people remember for the dust on their jeans.

Who should book the ATV version

Book it if you are comfortable on a quad at modest speeds and want a morning outdoors instead of a van. Skip it if you have back problems, are pregnant, or would rather hear a long site explanation than ride. Those travelers do better on the Moray, Maras and Chinchero tour by van, which covers the same sites at a calmer pace.

Day 1 on the quad

Pickup at 6:30 a.m., a safety briefing and a practice loop, then the ride. The plateau sits around 11,000 to 12,000 ft (3,400 to 3,700 m) with the snow peaks of the Urubamba range in front of you. After Maras you leave the quads and head to Ollantaytambo station.

Day 2 Machu Picchu

Bus up after breakfast, two to three hours on Circuit 2 with your guide, lunch in town, then the Vistadome to Ollantaytambo and the van back to Cusco.

Dirt tracks across the plateauFarm roads between potato fields and adobe villages, with the Urubamba range on the horizon.
Moray from the edgeCircular Inca terraces sunk into the ground, seen from the edge and from a path down the side.
Maras salt pansThousands of pools fed by one salty spring and still harvested by hand.
Machu Picchu on day 2Circuit 2 with a licensed guide, after a night at the foot of the mountain.

Price

One price: US$527 per person, shared service, with a 3-star hotel in Aguas Calientes. Ask for a higher hotel category, a single room or a passenger seat and we add the difference to your quote.

Pick your arrival date

Pick the day you start in Cusco. The tour runs every day the railway and the site are open.

Send the free quote form with your date, passport details and how many quads you need. We confirm tickets, trains and the ATV slot and reply with what is available. For June to August, book 30 to 45 days ahead.

Day by day

Open a day to see the hours, the altitude and where you sleep. Times are the ones our guides actually keep.

Day1

Cusco, Moray, Maras, Ollantaytambo, Aguas Calientes

Night in Aguas Calientes at 6,690 ft (2,040 m), high point 12,340 ft (3,762 m) on the plateau

Hotel in Aguas Calientes ATV ride with stops Meals on your own
06:30
Pickup at your Cusco hotel

Have breakfast at your hotel first. Pack one small bag for the night, since the train limits luggage, and wear closed shoes and long pants.

Morning
Safety briefing and practice

Helmet, a briefing in English and a practice loop before you head out. The guide rides in front and sets the pace.

Mid-morning
Moray by quad bike

Park at the rim and walk the terraces. The rings drop about 100 ft (30 m), and the guide explains why the Incas may have used them to test crops.

Late morning
Maras salt pans

The last stretch on the quads ends above the salt pans. Walk the edge of the pools, buy salt at the stalls, then hand back the ATVs.

Afternoon
Train from Ollantaytambo

Expedition class, about 1 hour 40 minutes to Aguas Calientes. Our team meets you on arrival and walks you to the hotel. The evening is free.

Concentric circular Inca farming terraces of Moray surrounded by green hills
Moray terraces, Sacred Valley
Day2

Aguas Calientes, Machu Picchu, Ollantaytambo, Cusco

Back in Cusco for the night (hotel not included), high point 7,970 ft (2,430 m) at Machu Picchu

Breakfast at the hotel 2 to 3 hours guided walk Vistadome back
Early morning
Breakfast and Consettur ride

About 25 minutes up the switchbacks. Bring your passport.

Your entry slot
Guided visit, Circuit 2

Two to three hours past the upper viewpoint, the temples and the main plaza. With a Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mountain ticket, you climb after the tour.

Midday
Lunch in Aguas Calientes

Not included. Collect your bag at the hotel.

Afternoon
Vistadome and van to Cusco

Roof windows on the ride up the valley, then about two hours by road to your Cusco hotel.

Traveler in an Andean poncho looking over Machu Picchu with Huayna Picchu behind
Machu Picchu and Huayna Picchu

Where you go

The ATV section stays on the plateau between Moray and Maras, then the road drops to Ollantaytambo for the train.

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Route: Cusco · Moray · Maras salt pans · Ollantaytambo · Aguas Calientes · Machu Picchu.
Stops on the itinerary Machu PicchuDashed line: road and rail route

What is included

Included

  • ATV ride with helmet and briefingMoray and Maras route with a guide.
  • Entrance ticketsPartial Cusco Tourist Ticket for Moray, Maras salt pans entry, Machu Picchu Circuit 2.
  • 1 night in Aguas Calientes3-star hotel with luggage storage.
  • 1 breakfastAt the hotel on day 2.
  • TrainsExpedition to Aguas Calientes on day 1, Vistadome back to Ollantaytambo on day 2.
  • TransportCusco pickup, station transfers, Consettur bus up and down, van back to Cusco.
  • Licensed guides and supportBilingual guides, first-aid kit with emergency oxygen.

Not included

  • Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu MountainOptional, US$75 per person for either one, booked in advance.
  • Meals not listedLunch and dinner on day 1, lunch on day 2.
  • Hotel in CuscoNights before and after are not included.
  • Tips and insuranceTips are optional. Get travel insurance that covers adventure activities.
  • Costs from events outside our controlLandslides, weather, strikes or schedule changes.

Good to know

Insurance that covers ATVsMany travel policies exclude quad bikes. Check yours before you go.
Dust and strong sunlightSunglasses, a buff or scarf for the dust, sunscreen and a windproof layer.
Mud in the wet seasonFrom December to March the tracks get muddy. Expect to get dirty, and pack a change of clothes in your train bag.
Train bag limit, 8 kilosPeruRail allows one backpack up to 8 kg (17.6 lb) or one carry-on up to 12 kg (26.5 lb).
Original passportChecked at the Machu Picchu gate and on the train.
Tickets are not refundableMachu Picchu and train tickets cannot be refunded once issued.

Travelers on this itinerary

Sacred Lake Titikaka is new; these are public Tripadvisor reviews of Viajes Cusco Perú, the family agency that operates every package on this site.

4.9
78 reviews
Viajes Cusco Perú, Sep 2026
4.7
83 reviews
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Reviews shown: Viajes Cusco Perú travelers (sample of public Tripadvisor reviews, read Sep 30, 2026).

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Claudia I.Sep 2026, with friends
Posted on Tripadvisor
Dream Come True

"Incredible experience!! Beautiful landscape and beautiful people. We were lucky to be guided by Vladimir, who with his lovely personality and amazing knowledge made this trip a great learning experience."

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Erika C.Jul 2026, solo traveler from Argentina
Posted on Tripadvisor
I recommend them, people!

"All the tours I did (Machu, Humantay Lake, Rainbow Mountain, Sacred Valley) were spectacular!!! From picking me up at the hotel (always punctual and attentive, notifying about everything!) to the guides I had who were also excellent."

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Martin Rogelio I.Jul 2026, Sullana, Peru, with family
Posted on Tripadvisor
Professionalism, trust, and human quality

"I came to this agency by recommendation and, after traveling with them on two occasions, I can say that it was an excellent decision. I must highlight the professionalism of the guides, who made every tour very interesting and safe."

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Still have questions?

Everything we get asked about this package before people book.

Do I need a license to ride the ATV in Cusco?

No motorcycle license is needed for this ride. You do need to be an adult to drive, follow the briefing and complete the practice loop. The guide can stop anyone who is not in control of the quad, so be honest about your experience.

Can two people share one quad bike?

Yes, a passenger can ride behind the driver on most of the quads. Tell us in the quote form, because a shared quad changes the price per person.

How long is the ATV ride to Moray and Maras?

Plan on about two hours of riding with stops, inside a morning of roughly four hours from the start of the briefing to handing back the quads. The pace is moderate on dirt farm roads.

Is the ATV ride dangerous?

It is a guided ride at moderate speed on farm roads, not off-road racing. Most incidents come from riders going faster than the group. Wear the helmet, keep your distance and follow the guide's line.

Is the Machu Picchu ticket included?

Yes, Circuit 2 in your passport name, plus the Consettur bus. Our guide on Machu Picchu tickets explains slots and passport rules.

What should I wear for the quad?

Long pants, closed shoes, sunglasses and a layer you can zip up against the wind. A scarf or buff keeps the dust out of your mouth.

How far ahead should I book?

For June to August, 30 to 45 days ahead. Other months, two to three weeks is usually enough.

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