Trip description
Explore the Sacred Valley of the Incas on an unforgettable experience through some of Cusco's most impressive landscapes and archaeological sites.This full-day route combines history, living culture and Andean nature, allowing you to discover the heart of the ancient Inca Empire.During the tour you will visit traditional Andean villages, archaeological complexes and artisan markets where ancestral customs and techniques inherited from generation to generation are still preserved.
Highlights
- Pisac - Known for its traditional artisan market and impressive archaeological complex surrounded by agricultural terraces
- Urubamba - Beautiful Andean valley where you will enjoy a buffet lunch with typical Peruvian gastronomy
- Ollantaytambo - Majestic Inca fortress with stone streets, ceremonial temples and spectacular views
- Chinchero - Traditional village famous for its ancestral textiles, colonial architecture and cultural legacy
Ideal for travelers who want to discover Cusco's cultural and historical richness before continuing to Machu Picchu.
Itinerary
DAY 01 - Sacred Valley of the Incas
Cultural route through Chinchero, Moray, Maras Salt Mines, Urubamba, Ollantaytambo and Pisac.
The experience begins between 6:30 and 7:00 a.m. with pickup from your hotel in Cusco to start the journey toward the Sacred Valley of the Incas.
The first stop will be Chinchero, a traditional Andean village known for its textile heritage and impressive landscapes. Here we will visit an artisan center to learn about ancient weaving techniques passed down through generations, as well as explore archaeological remains and colonial constructions.
We will then continue to Moray, a fascinating archaeological complex made up of circular terraces used by the Incas as an agricultural laboratory to experiment with different microclimates and crops.
Afterward we will visit the famous Maras Salt Mines, a group of more than 3,000 salt ponds built into the mountain and fed by natural springs since pre-Inca times.
At midday we will enjoy a buffet lunch in Urubamba, surrounded by beautiful valley landscapes.
In the afternoon we will visit Ollantaytambo, one of the most important archaeological complexes of the Inca Empire, known for its enormous terraces, stone streets and ceremonial temples.
The final visit will be the Pisac archaeological complex, located high on the mountain and recognized for its terraces, temples and panoramic views of the valley.
The return to the city of Cusco is scheduled approximately between 6:30 and 7:00 p.m.
What is included?
- Tourist transportation throughout the route
- Entrance tickets to the archaeological sites
- Buffet lunch in Urubamba
- Official tour guide
- Personalized assistance before and during the tour
Not included
- Hotel in Cusco
- Meals not mentioned
- Services or activities not specified
Why choose this experience
- Visit the main attractions of the Sacred Valley in one day
- Comfortable and safe transportation
- Professional guides specialized in Andean culture and history
- Ideal experience for couples, families and international travelers
- Personalized attention and small groups
Book your experience
Discover the magic of the Sacred Valley of the Incas among mountains, traditional villages and unique archaeological sites. An essential experience to understand Peru's cultural essence.
