About this experience
If you are in the city of Cusco, take a full-day tour through Sacred Valley of the Incas and explore in detail all its tourist attractions accompanied by your personalized guide. On your trip, visit Awanacancha, the archaeological site, and the local market of Pisac, the picturesque city of Ollantaytambo and Chinchero.
The tour begins and ends at your hotel in the city of Cusco. If you plan to take the train from Ollantaytambo to Machu Picchu in the afternoon, we will leave you at the station.
At a glance
- Duration: 10 hr
Plan your experience
Set aside 10 hr 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
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What is included
- Tourist transportation service.
- Group or Private Tour
- Buffet lunch in Urubamba.
- An official English or Spanish speaking tour guide.
Not included
- Tickets to all the tourist attractions to visit.
Itinerary and highlights
Full-Day Tour: Pisac, Ollantaytambo and Chinchero.
The Exclusive Peru Tours staff will pass through your hotel in Cusco at 7:30 a.m. Then, start your journey to the Sacred Valley and make a short stop at the Awanakacha farm and see llamas and alpacas.
Continue your journey to the Pisaq archaeological site and the local market. Admire the extensive agricultural terraces and stroll through the colorful local market. Then, enjoy a buffet lunch in Urubamba and then explore the Ollantaytambo archaeological site.
Finally, on your return to the Cusco city, visit a pre-Hispanic textile center in Chinchero and see the whole process of making alpaca and llama wool (If you like some fabrics, you can buy them as a gift).
Arrival at your hotel in Cusco at approximately 7:00 p.m.
Note: If you wish to take the excursion from the Sacred Valley, it is available only as a private tour.
If you are traveling from Ollantaytambo to Machu Picchu, we will drop you off at the train station.
Meeting and pickup information
- For the shared tour, hotel pickup is only included for hotels located in the Cusco city center. If your hotel is located outside the city center, please go to the Plaza Regocijo fountain, where we will meet at the agreed-upon time or at 7:30am.
- For the private tour, we offer pickup service from all hotels in Cusco and the Sacred Valley. For the shared tour, we only pick up travelers from hotels located near the main square.
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Exclusive Peru Tours
Accessibility and practical details
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- 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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