About this experience
Explore the Sacred Valley of the Incas on this full-day tour from Cusco. Visit the ancient ruins and the artisan market in the village of Pisac, see the Ollantaytambo Fortress, and explore the traditional market of Chinchero.
At a glance
- Duration: 9 hr–10 hr
Plan your experience
Set aside 9 hr–10 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Local guides to help you plan
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What is included
- Local guide
- Transportation
- Pickup from downtown hotels and designated meeting point
Not included
- Food and drinks
- Admission tickets to the attractions (can be acquired on site)
Itinerary and highlights
You will first explore the village and the ruins of Pisac, founded during the colonial times at the foot of a hill crowned by the remains of an Incan city.
In the main square you can see the market on Sundays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays, where locals barter their products and artisans from all over the area sell their woven alpaca wool blankets and ponchos, engraved gourdes, antique reproductions, jewelry, and other handicrafts.
Take a break to enjoy a local lunch (not included)
After lunch you will visit Ollantaytambo, the only Inca town which was not overthrown by the conquistadores. Here you can explore the ruins which tower above the town.
In the late afternoon visit the traditional market of Chinchero en-route, to learn from the most traditional weaving techniques in hands of expert local women. End your visit here at the Colonial Church and archaeological site. Continue back to Cusco
Meeting and pickup information
- We meet you at the Water Fountain on Plaza Kusipata (best known as Regocijo)
- Pickup is offered from hotels in Cusco downtown. If your hotel is located outside downtown, please head to the meeting point: Water Fountain of Plaza Kusipata (best known as Regocijo)
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Peru & U
Accessibility and practical details
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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