About this experience
The Sacred Valley of the Incas in the most popular route in Peru. Since it was a crucial area for the Inca Empire and that functioned as an agricultural, spiritual and political center. During the tour we will appreciate beautiful landscapes and archaeological sites Inca and Pre-Inca, Many tourists choose to make this excursion before your visit to Machu Picchu, since you can choose to finish in Ollantaytambo from where you take the train to Aguas Calientes (Machu Picchu ) town). Note: if you are in the city of Cusco it is recommended to take this tour of the Sacred Valley of the Incas to contribute to its acclimatization and that it is at a lower altitude. VISITS: Pisaq, Ollantaytambo, Urubamba, Chinchero, colonial temple (chinchero). AVAILABILITY: Every day DURATION OF TOUR: 8:30 a. M. At 6:30 p. M. FREQUENCY: All year
At a glance
- Duration: 12 hr
Plan your experience
Set aside 12 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
- Lunch
- professional tour guide
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Pick up from hotel city center of cusco
Not included
- entrance
Itinerary and highlights
We'll meet at the meeting point in Cusco and depart for Pisac (40 minutes), where we'll visit its handicraft market and archaeological site, guided by historical explanations before exploring it at our own pace.
We'll then continue to Urubamba for lunch (optional) and continue to Ollantaytambo. There, we'll climb the terraces to visit the Temple of the Sun and learn about Quechua construction techniques. Afterward, we'll hike a section of the Inca Trail, overlooking the valley and the ruins.
The last stop will be in Chinchero, where we'll visit its colonial church, home to valuable paintings and sculptures. At the end, we'll return to Cusco; transportation will drop us off near the Plaza de Armas after approximately 10 hours of activity.
Meeting and pickup information
- The passenger must leave the WhatsApp number with the country code in their reservation to have better communication.
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Zarate Adventours
Accessibility and practical details
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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