About this experience
This private full-day trip is ideal for those looking to have a memorable family day that everyone will enjoy! It gives the choice of starting in Cusco or at the airport and ending in a hotel in Ollantaytambo, connecting with the train to Machu Picchu town, or returning to the same hotel in Cusco city.
At a glance
- Duration: 6 hr–8 hr
- Private experience
Plan your experience
Set aside 6 hr–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
Local guides to help you plan
Sacred Valley Travel Guide From Cusco
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A Slow Sacred Valley Itinerary: Pisac, Ollantaytambo, Maras and Moray
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Sacred Valley With Kids Guide
Plan a calmer Sacred Valley family trip with practical advice on Cusco Tourist Tickets, child fares, flexible pacing, rail connections, packing, and accessibility questions.
What is included
- Private transportation
- English speaking guided excursion + Support from our locally based team
Not included
- Meals are not included.
- Accommodation
- travel insurance
- Tips
- items of personal nature
Itinerary and highlights
You'll be transferred to the Cochahuasi Rescue Center, a family-run private organization dedicated to rescuing and looking after animals from mistreatment by previous owners, illegal hunters, and poachers. Here, you will have the opportunity to see Andean animals such as vicunas, llamas, alpacas, and the Andean Condor, while your children learn about the importance of wildlife conservation and biodiversity.
Continue to Awanakancha, where you'll observe a weaving demonstration and have the opportunity to feed friendly llamas and alpacas. From here, continue to Pisac.
Pisac is the biggest archaeological site in the region. Here, you'll explore the ancient Inca irrigation systems, astronomy centers, Inca burials, terraces, and the famous Textile Market. After lunch, continue to Ollantaytambo.
Visit the Ollantaytambo Fortress, where the Battle of Ollantaytambo was fought in 1537 against Spanish soldiers.
Meeting and pickup information
- Pick-up is available from any centrally placed hotel in Cusco or the Cusco airport. If your lodging is in another location, the meeting spot is Cusco's main square (Plaza de Armas).
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Paper
Tour operator
- ANDEAN TRAVEL EXPERIENCE
Accessibility and practical details
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- 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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