About this experience
During the morning leave your hotel in the Sacred Valley and head to Ollantaytambo, a town and the archaeological site inhabited uninterruptedly since the Incas. The Ollantaytambo fortress, formed by a series of platforms and temples next to the mountain, is one of the most emblematic buildings of the Incas. You will have free time for lunch at a selected local restaurant. Later, you are transferred to Huilloc, a community that maintains the Inca traditions of its ancestors. After finishing this visit, you will be transferred to your hotel in Cusco.
At a glance
- Duration: 8 hr
- Private experience
Plan your experience
Set aside 8 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What is included
- Pickup and drop-off.
- Professional bilingual tour guide (Spanish and English).
Not included
- Gratuities
- Cusco Tourist ticket - BTC.
- Personal expenses.
- Lunch
Itinerary and highlights
Ollantaytambo, a typical example of urban planning of the Incas still inhabited like in the past. You will find here a great archaeological complex called fortress although it was a tambo, a resting and lodging place for long distance travellers.
Huilloc, a community that maintains the Inca traditions of its ancestors. Participate in an experiential activity with the members.
Meeting and pickup information
- - Pick-up from hotels located in Urubamba. - This activity does not include the pick up from private residences (Airbnb). If you stay in them, please contact us days prior the start of the tour to coordinate a meeting point for the pick-up.
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- LimaTours
Accessibility and practical details
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- It is important to inform us the name of the hotel where you are staying in order to coordinate your activity.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult.
- Rates do not apply for Peruvians or foreign passengers whose stay exceeded 60 days in Peru because sales taxes are not included in the above total and, if applicable, will be collected by the local operator.
- To visit Ollantaytambo fortress, it is important that you acquire your Cusco Tourist Ticket (BTC).
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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