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Half-Day Tour to Ollantaytambo Fortress and Pachar Town

About this experience

You will be transferred from the hotel to Ollantaytambo. The town of Ollantaytambo is a typical example of Inca urban planning still inhabited as in the past. Pachacutec (1438-1471) conquered the town, destroyed it and built a new one absorbing it as part of his empire, becoming one of the most remarkable archaeological complexes of the Inca Empire. Then, you will head to Pachar, a charming walled town. The facades of many of its houses were painted by their owners, showing colorful drawings that tell their stories and traditions. There you will find the Sacred Valley Brewery, where you can discover the brewing process of this delicious craft beer and enjoy its flavors. You will be transferred back to your hotel at the end of the tour.

At a glance

  • Duration: 4 hr
  • Private experience

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Half-Day Tour to Ollantaytambo Fortress and Pachar Town
Pickup included

Plan your experience

Time on the tour4 hr
Getting therePickup offeredSee pickup details
Guide languagesPortuguese (live guide), English (live guide), Spanish (live guide)
Tour arrangementPrivate experience

Set aside 4 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

What is included

  • A traditional beer
  • Cusco Tourist ticket - BTC
  • Pickup and drop-off (from Urubamba hotels)
  • Professional bilingual tour guide (Spanish, English and Portuguese)

Not included

  • Personal expenses
  • Gratuities

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.

Pachar is one of the last Inca towns of these times. Its residents have captured their traditions, customs and history through painting and art. Each facade of its houses and church tells us its passage through time.

Cerveceria del Valle offers us the experience of enjoying craft beers, prepared with fresh and local products from the Sacred Valley of the Incas.

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

  • Portuguese — Guide
  • 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
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult.
  • It is important to inform us the name of the hotel where you are staying to coordinate your pick up.
  • Rates do not apply for Peruvians or foreign passengers who stay in Peru for more than 60 days because sales taxes are not included in the above total and, if applicable, will be collected by the local operator.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Questions about this experience

How long is this experience?
The supplier lists a duration of 4 hr.
What are the pickup arrangements?
- 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.
Which guide languages are listed?
Portuguese (live guide), English (live guide), Spanish (live guide).
What ticket format is listed?
Mobile ticket.
What ticket age bands are listed?
Child tickets: age 5–10; Adult tickets: age 11+. Check the practical details for participation requirements.
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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