SACRED VALLEY OF THE INCAS

Explore the breathtaking Sacred Valley of the Incas on a full-day journey through ancient sites and vibrant villages.
Visit Pisac, Ollantaytambo, and Chinchero, where Inca ruins and colorful markets await. Marvel at Moray’s circular terraces and the salt mines of Maras, nestled in the Andes.

Type of Excursion

Sceneries & History

Transport

Van

Difficulty

Medium

Duration

12 Hours

Service

Group Tour (18 max.)

Schedules

6:30 am or 7:30 am

ITINERARY

6:30 AM – Departure from Cusco
- Guests are picked up from their accommodations to begin the day’s journey through the Sacred Valley.
7:15 AM – Visit to Chinchero
- Explore ancient Inca walls and colonial churches that beautifully blend history and architecture.
8:00 AM – Visit to Maras Salt Mines
- Marvel at the Maras Salt Mines, a stunning network of thousands of salt ponds used since pre-Inca times.
9:30 AM – Exploration of Moray
- Discover Moray, the Inca agricultural laboratory with its iconic circular terraces.
11:00 AM – Lunch in Urubamba
- Enjoy a relaxing break in Urubamba, with the option to savor a delicious lunch. Not included.
1:00 PM – Guided Tour of Ollantaytambo
- Explore Ollantaytambo, a living Inca town with its original layout and impressive fortress.
3:30 PM – Visit to Pisac
- Conclude your exploration in Pisac, famous for its vast agricultural terraces and vibrant market.
6:30 PM – Arrival in Cusco
- Return to Cusco, marking the end of an unforgettable journey through the Sacred Valley.

ITINERARY

7:30 AM – Departure from Cusco
- Guests are picked up from their accommodations to begin the day’s journey through the Sacred Valley.
8:15 AM – Arrival at Taray Viewpoint
- Enjoy panoramic views of the Sacred Valley from Taray Viewpoint, with sweeping vistas of the Vilcanota River and majestic Andean peaks.
9:00 AM – Guided Visit to Pisac
- Explore the archaeological site of Pisac, known for its impressive agricultural terraces and intricate Inca stonework.
11:30 AM – Lunch in Urubamba
- Enjoy a relaxing break in Urubamba, with the option to savor a delicious lunch. Not included.
1:00 PM – Guided Tour of Ollantaytambo
- Discover Ollantaytambo, a living Inca town with massive stone terraces and a rich history of battles and engineering marvels.
3:30 PM – Visit to Chinchero
- Visit the charming village of Chinchero, home to skilled Andean weavers. Witness traditional textile-making techniques using natural dyes.
6:30 PM – Arrival in Cusco
- Return to Cusco, marking the end of an unforgettable journey through the Sacred Valley.

WHAT IS INCLUDED:

Hotel pick-up for accommodations located in the city center of Cusco
Bilingual tour guide: English / Spanish

WHAT IS NOT INCLUDED:

The Tourist Ticket (BTC) grants visitors access to the archaeological sites of Chinchero, Moray, Pisaq and Ollantaytambo.
Entrance ticket to the Salt Mines of Maras
Lunch

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

MY ACCOMMODATION IS OUTSIDE CUSCO CENTER

A designated meeting point can be arranged in the city center (historical center) for your convenience. Alternatively, transportation services can be provided for an additional fee.

ABOUT THE TOURIST TICKET "BTC"

The Tourist Ticket (BTC) is a mandatory ticket for all visitors and allows access to 16 different attractions in the city of Cusco and surroundings (museums, theaters, archaeological sites, etc.). Some of the attractions are mentioned in our activities.The Tourist Ticket (BTC) is divided as follows:

1) GENERAL TICKET for adults:Valid for 10 days. This ticket allows you to visit the following attractions:- Sacsayhuaman- Qenqo- Puca Pucara- Tambomachay- Museum of Contemporary Art- Regional Historical Museum- Museum of Popular Art- Qoricancha Site Museum- Qosqo Native Art Center- Pachacuteq Inca Monument- Piquillacta- Tipon- Pisac- Ollantaytambo- Chinchero- Moray
2) PARTIAL TICKET FOR ADULTS:It is subdivided into 3 Circuits.
- CIRCUIT 1: Valid for 1 day. This ticket allows you to visit the following attractions:- Sacsayhuaman- Quenqo- Puca Pucara- Tambomachay
- CIRCUIT 2: Valid for 2 days. This ticket allows you to visit the following attractions:- Regional Historical Museum- Museum of Contemporary Art- Museum of Popular Art- Qorikancha Site Museum- Qosqo Native Art Center- Pachacutec Inca Monument
- CIRCUIT 3: Valid for 2 days. This ticket allows you to visit the following attractions:- Pisac- Ollantaytambo- Chinchero- Moray

The ticket price may vary depending on the type selected, ranging from S/70 (24 USD) for the partial ticket to S/130 (45 USD) for the full ticket.

The Tourist Ticket (BTC) is available for purchase on-site at the entrance of each attraction.

The Tourist Ticket (BTC) is NOT valid to visit Machu Picchu.

The Tourist Ticket (BTC) is available for purchase at the entrance of each attraction mentioned in the program or can be added as an "Add-on" at the time of booking.

ABOUT THE TICKET TO THE SALT MINES OF MARAS

The entrance ticket to the salt mines of Maras is not included in the Tourist Ticket (BTC), as this site does not fall under the jurisdiction of the Peruvian government. Visitors wishing to enter must purchase a separate ticket, which costs approximately S/20 (8 USD) per person and is available for purchase on-site at the cathedral's entrance or can be added as "Add On" at the moment of booking.

ABOUT LUNCH

Lunch is not included in the price, as it is optional. Travellers may choose to add lunch as an Add-On at the time of booking. In this case, lunch will be served as a buffet.

CHANGES, CANCELLATIONS AND REFUND POLICIES

Change of Travel Date

Requests to change the travel date will be accepted up to 24 hours prior to the scheduled activity.

Cancellations

Cancellations submitted at least 24 hours before the scheduled activity are eligible for a full refund.
Cancellations submitted within 24 hours of the scheduled activity are non-refundable.
Cancellations due to circumstances beyond the control of either the company or the client (such as strikes, social conflicts, or natural disasters) may be refundable; however, the amount to be refunded will be subject to evaluation.

Refunds

For payments made via PayPal, refunds are processed immediately.
For payments made by credit or debit card, refunds may take several days depending on the policies of the issuing bank.