Sacred Valley tour

Duration

1 day

Difficulty

Easy

Elevation

2430 msnm

Type Trip

Cultural

SACRED VALLEY TOUR SUMMARY

El tour del Valle Sagrado te lleva a explorar uno de los destinos más fascinantes de los Andes peruanos. Este recorrido incluye visitas a los pintorescos pueblos de Pisac y Ollantaytambo, donde se pueden admirar impresionantes terrazas agrícolas, templos y fortalezas incas. También disfrutarás del mercado artesanal de Pisac y la majestuosa fortaleza de Ollantaytambo. El tour es una oportunidad única para sumergirse en la historia, la cultura y los paisajes naturales del antiguo corazón del Imperio Inca.

 
 

SACRED VALLEY TOUR ITINEARY

08:00 AM – Pick up at the hotel

Start the day with a pick-up at your hotel in Cusco. You will travel by private or group vehicle to the Sacred Valley.

09:30 AM – Visit to Pisac

Explore the artisan market in Pisac, where you can shop for local handicrafts and souvenirs.
Visit the impressive archaeological ruins of Pisac, located on top of a mountain, which offer spectacular views of the valley.

12:00 PM – Lunch at a local restaurant.

Enjoy a delicious lunch, often with typical Peruvian dishes.

01:30 PM – Visit to Ollantaytambo

Head to Ollantaytambo, one of the best preserved Inca cities.
Explore the Ollantaytambo fortress and learn about its historical and strategic importance during the Inca resistance against the Spanish conquistadors.

03:30 PM – Free time in Ollantaytambo

Take some time to explore the town, visit its cobblestone streets and enjoy the local culture.

05:00 PM – Return to Cusco

Start the return trip to Cusco. Along the way, enjoy the panoramic views of the valley.

06:30 PM – Arrival in Cusco

End of the tour. You will be dropped off at your hotel or at a central point of the city.
Additional Notes
This itinerary may vary according to the tour agency and group preferences.
Some tours also include additional stops, such as Chinchero, depending on the time and duration of the tour.
It is advisable to bring water, sunscreen, and a hat, as the sun can be strong in the region.

INCLUSIONS

Included

  • Round trip transportation
  • Tourist guide

Not included

  • Tourist entrance to the archaeological sites
  • Ticket to the salt mines
  • Lunch

SACRED VALLEY TOUR PACKING LIST

  • Sweaters, jackets Slip-resistant walking shoes
  • Raincoats
  • Tennis cap or hat
  • Sunglasses
  • Sunscreen
  • Toilet paper
  • Local currency
  • Snack

SACRED VALLEY TOUR video

Here is a complete video of the Sacred Valley tour, with unpublished images!

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AVAILABILITY

Inca Trail permits

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