Sacred Valley Tour
Full Day
LUNCH
CULTURAL
GROUPS 12
DIFFICULTY
Sacred Valley Tour
The sacred valley of the Incas or Urubamba valley, is located in the province of Urubamba in Cusco, extends from Pisac to Ollantaytambo and a little further to Piscacucho.
On this day, you can expect to stop at Ollantaytambo, the archaeological site and colorful market of Pisac, the Inca site of Chinchero, and the Andean Textile Center. On the tour, from Ollantaytambo to Cusco, you will have the opportunity to stop at some fantastic viewpoints to witness the beauty of the Andean mountain and the impressive landscape of the valley.
All places along the valley have pre-Hispanic ruins that were built by different Inca kings and used as citadels or resting places. For the Incas the sacred valley was literally a paradise on earth. In addition, it was highly appreciated by the Quechua civilization for its geographical and climatic qualities. Now the valley is one of the key points of agricultural production due to the richness of the soil and the area where corn grains are produced in Peru.
This day, we will be outside of the city and will visit the following destinations:
Traditional Market of Pisac
Pisac Archaeological Inca Site
Urubamba
Ollantaytambo
Chincheros
Tour Price Per Person
$25.00USD
Full day
Sacred Valley Tour
Chinchero
The Colonial Church, this Andean village is known as "the birthplace of the rainbow"
Sacred Valley
At the heart of the Inca Empire, features fertile farmland.
Pisac
Boasts a vibrant handicraft market, and above it, Pisac Archaeological Park offers Incan ruins and stunning views.
Ollantaytambo
Is a town and an Inca archaeological site in Sacred Valley and southern Peru.
Trip Details Salkantay Trek
Refugios Salkantay
Sacred Valley Tour
Sacred Valley Tour - Full day
Sacred Valley of the Incas Tour: excursion through archaeological sites, indigenous towns and natural landscapes in the historical and cultural region of the Incas. The Sacred Valley helps to acclimatize to the altitude before a more demanding hike, offering a lower altitude environment and many tourist spots to explore.
Sacred Valley of the Incas Tour: excursion through archaeological sites, indigenous towns and natural landscapes in the historical and cultural region of the Incas. The Sacred Valley helps to acclimatize to the altitude before a more demanding hike, offering a lower altitude environment and many tourist spots to explore.
Sacred Valley of the Incas Tour: excursion through archaeological sites, indigenous towns and natural landscapes in the historical and cultural region of the Incas. The Sacred Valley helps to acclimatize to the altitude before a more demanding hike, offering a lower altitude environment and many tourist spots to explore.
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Full Day
Sacred Valley Tour
Our service starts at 7:30 am, you will be picked up at the hotel lobby and then we will drive to Pisac in our private car. The first stop will be at the Taray viewpoint. Here you will have a wonderful view of the Sacred Valley of the Incas. After photos, we will continue to the archaeological site of Pisac.
Traditional Market and Archaeological Inca Site of Pisac:
The Inca site of Pisac is located at 3400 meters (11150 feet). It was built during the reign of the Inca emperor Pachacutec in the 15th century. The site has agricultural terraces, aqueducts, military, residential and religious sectors. After visiting the archaeological park, we will visit the Pisac market, where you will see one of the most famous handicraft markets in all of Peru.
The main square is filled wall to wall with stalls selling a wide range of handmade Peruvian items: alpaca sweaters, musical instruments, paintings, pottery and jewelry. After the market visit, we will continue to Ollantaytambo for lunch, and then explore the Inca site of Ollantaytambo.Urubamba:
located 78 km from Cusco via Pisac, is situated in the heart of the Sacred Valley. It was one of the most important pre-Hispanic agricultural centers, where we will have a buffet lunch at a tourist restaurant. Its temperate climate and countryside make it a productive valley, especially known for growing the world's finest corn
Inca site of Ollantaytambo:
Ollantaytambo is the last town in the sacred valley. It is located at 2750 meters (12300 feet). It is the best preserved Inca town in Peru, with its narrow streets, aqueducts and canchas (Inca apartments).
Ollantaytambo was occupied by the Quillques culture, who built some rougher constructions around the town. After Pachacuteq conquered the area around 1450, construction began in the town, the Inca site is composed of hundreds of steps, agricultural terraces, ten niche temple, unfinished temple of the sun and princess baths, or princess baths with step designs, representing the sacred Andean symbol (Chacana). Finally, we will continue our journey to the town of Chinchero.The town of Chinchero:
Chinchero rises above the altiplano at 3850 meters (12630 feet). Here you will find the best views of the snow-capped Chicón and Wequey Willca peaks of the Urubamba range. The tenth Inca, Tupac Yupanqui, built the archaeological complex of Chinchero around 1480. This place has a huge stone wall in the main square. Extensive cultivated terraces and the colonial church of Nuestra Señora de Monserrat, built over an Inca palace.
Then, you will be driven back to the city of Cusco, where you will be dropped off at your hotel.
Per Person
USD $ 25.00
- Group Service: USD $25.00 per person.
- Private Service: USD $70.00 per person. (minimum 2 people)