Your adventure starts with a hotel pick-up in Cusco and a scenic transfer to the ATV base. On arrival, your guide provides a thorough safety briefing, fits your helmet and gloves, and leads a short practice session so you can get comfortable with the quad bike. No previous ATV experience is required; your guide adjusts the pace to the group.

Once ready, you head out along dirt roads and gentle trails with sweeping views of the Andes. The first major stop is Moray, a complex of circular terraces designed to create varied microclimates. Your guide explains how the Incas experimented with crops at different elevations—a fascinating glimpse into ancient agricultural science.

Back on the ATVs, you continue toward Maras, riding across open fields and traditional farmland. At the Maras Salt Mines, thousands of shimmering salt pools cascade down the hillside. From the viewpoints, you’ll learn how local families still harvest salt using techniques passed down for centuries.

After photos and a short break, you ride back to the base and then transfer to Cusco. The half-day format makes this tour ideal for travelers who want a shot of adrenaline without sacrificing cultural depth.