About this experience
Step back in time as you learn about the ancient culture of the Incas, and see how their descendants live today, during this full-day tour of Peru's Sacred Valley of the Incas. With just your small group and a bilingual guide, see the most popular sights in the Sacred Valley like Pisac, Ollantaytambo, and Chincheros. Visit a weaving house for a demonstration on dyeing and weaving techniques, and stop into the famous Chincheros market for local souvenirs before returning to Cusco at the end of the day.
At a glance
- Duration: 10 hr–11 hr
Plan your experience
Set aside 10 hr–11 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
- A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
Local guides to help you plan
Sacred Valley Travel Guide From Cusco
Plan a Sacred Valley trip from Cusco with practical route choices, transport tradeoffs, overnight options, rail connections, budgeting advice, accessibility questions, and current 2026 travel cautions.
A Slow Sacred Valley Itinerary: Pisac, Ollantaytambo, Maras and Moray
Skip the rushed day tour. This three-day route gives the Sacred Valley the time it deserves, with honest notes on transport, food, and where to sleep.
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
- Option to end the tour at Ollantaytambo train station at 4:00pm
- Transport
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Tour (Max 15 people)
- English / Espanish professional guide
Not included
- Entrance fees (Admission tickets 70 soles)
- Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
- Gratuities
Itinerary and highlights
The National Archeological Park is made up of groups of archeological remains in which terraces, aqueducts, paths that are associated to walls and gates, water channels, cemeteries, bridges, pools and other structures, It is 4 square kilometers big. On this area the ruins are located covering the slopes, all built between the 10th and 11th centuries AD
The Intihuatana solar observatory receives the greatest admiration. Fine quality stone carved into the shape of many hands forming a semi-circle.
The terraces that encircle the mountain are impressive due to the location varying from 3,000-3,450 masl (9,843 - 11,319 fasl). There are 14 different styles of broad terraces. To manage their water supply, the Incas carried out engineering works creating many channels that travel the length of the terraces, and, despite the height of construction, they even included decorative fountains.
It is famous for its craft market in the main square of this town.
Ollantaytambo is the only Inca town that is still inhabited. Its stone streets preserve the Inca architecture combined with temples and colonial squares, Ollantaytambo is at the opposite end of the town of Pisac (80 kilometers from the city of Cusco). The town is 2,700 meters above sea level (msnm) and houses some of the most amazing Inca buildings in Peru.
Today, this picturesque town is a must for tourists visiting Machu Picchu.
Community of Chincheros. Visit the local market and a weaving house, where you'll see a demonstration on dyeing and weaving techniques.
Meeting and pickup information
- Cusco Airbnb and Hotels
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Inversiones Andean Fusion Sociedad Anonima Cerrada - Inanfu S.A.C.
Meeting points and locations
Accessibility and practical details
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
- OPTIONAL: If you prefer, you can end the tour in Ollantaytambo train station at 4:00pm so you can take your connection train to Aguas Calientes and Machu Picchu.
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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