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Full-Day Private Shore Tour of Sacred Valley Highlights

About this experience

Discover the heart of the Inca world on this private shore tour through Peru’s Sacred Valley. Travel in comfort from Urubamba and explore ancient ruins, colorful markets, and breathtaking Andean landscapes. Visit Pisac with its famous artisan market and hillside terraces, then continue to Ollantaytambo, one of the best-preserved Inca towns. Along the way, admire Inca engineering, stonework, and agricultural systems that still amaze visitors today. If time allows, add a short hike to Pinkuylluna ruins or stop at a hummingbird sanctuary for a unique experience.

At a glance

  • Duration: 7 hr 30 min
  • Private experience

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Private Tour for 3 passengers
Private transportation: Includes private transportation to and from the Urubamba Cruise Port.

Private guide: enjoy the company of a private guide
Pickup included
Private Tour for 5 passengers
Private transportation: Includes private transportation to and from the Urubamba Cruise Port.

Private guide: enjoy the company of a private guide
Pickup included
Driver-Only Tour
No guide, fixed 7:30 AM pickup: Private transportation only. No guide, no entry tickets. Available on Tuesdays with a fixed 7:30 AM pick-up.

Pickup included
Private Tour for 1 passenger
Private transportation: Includes private transportation to and from the Urubamba Cruise Port.

Private guide: enjoy the company of a private guide
Pickup included
Private Tour for 2 passengers
Private transportation: Includes private transportation to and from the Urubamba Cruise Port.

Private guide: enjoy the company of a private guide
Pickup included
Private Tour for 4 passengers
Private transportation: Includes private transportation to and from the Urubamba Cruise Port.

Private guide: enjoy the company of a private guide
Pickup included

Plan your experience

Time on the tour7 hr 30 min
Getting therePickup offeredSee pickup details
Guide languagesEnglish (live guide)
Tour arrangementPrivate experience

Set aside 7 hr 30 min for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.

Compare the available options before choosing: their itinerary, inclusions and pickup arrangements can differ. Check the price for your date and whole group.

Before you go

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Local guides to help you plan

What is included

  • Private transportation
  • Port / hotel pick-up and drop-off
  • English-speaking guide
  • Admission fee

Not included

  • Tips for guide and driver
  • Lunch ($26 per passenger)
  • Personal expenses & optional activities

Itinerary and highlights

Meet your private guide at the port in Urubamba and begin your journey through the Sacred Valley. Enjoy scenic drives through dramatic Andean landscapes.

Explore the charming town of Pisac, famous for its lively artisan market filled with local crafts, textiles, and jewelry. Then head uphill to see the Pisac ruins, where terraced hillsides and temples showcase Inca engineering and spiritual traditions. Enjoy a traditional Peruvian lunch at a local restaurant, where you can taste Andean specialties and seasonal ingredients.

Discover Ollantaytambo, a living Inca town with narrow cobblestone streets and impressive fortress ruins. Climb the terraces for panoramic views and learn how this site played a key role in Inca resistance against the Spanish.

Choose to visit a hummingbird sanctuary, where dozens of colorful species can be observed, or take a short hike to the Pinkuylluna ruins, offering stunning views over Ollantaytambo.

Relax on the drive back through the valley, reflecting on a day filled with history, culture, and unforgettable Andean scenery.

Meeting and pickup information

  • The driver will meet you in the Urubamba Port with the sign with your name. Please inform about your pick up details in advance.

Languages and tickets

  • English — Guide
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • taxiGo Limo Airport Service

Meeting points and locations

Accessibility and practical details

  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

Questions about this experience

How long is this experience?
The supplier lists a duration of 7 hr 30 min. Check your chosen tour option for its specific itinerary.
What are the pickup arrangements?
The driver will meet you in the Urubamba Port with the sign with your name. Please inform about your pick up details in advance.
Which guide languages are listed?
English (live guide).
What ticket format is listed?
Mobile ticket.
What ticket age bands are listed?
Adult tickets: age 0+. Check the practical details for participation requirements.
What is the cancellation policy?
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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