About this experience
Enjoy a day of adventure and culture on this private shore tour in the Sacred Valley of the Incas. Begin with a thrilling rafting trip on the Urubamba River, surrounded by Andean landscapes, Inca terraces, and native flora and fauna. Afterward, relax with a riverside box lunch or upgrade to traditional Andean dishes prepared locally. In the afternoon, ride horseback with local muleteers to the Cachicata Inka Stone Quarries, where massive blocks were once carved for Ollantaytambo. Along the way, admire views of caves, mountains, and Inca ruins.
Requirements:
Know how to swim
Have a normal physical condition
Minimum age: 10 years
Not be afraid of horses (you can learn to
ride)
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.
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
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 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.
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
- Rafting equipment (life jacket, helmet, paddle,raft)
- Horses & muleteer service
- Port / hotel pick-up and drop-off
- English-speaking guide
- Box lunch
Not included
- Tips & Other personal expenses
- Lunch
Itinerary and highlights
Meet your guide port in Urubamba. Pick-up from Cusco can be arranged for an additional cost.
Rafting on the Urubamba River
After a 40-minute drive to Ollantaytambo, receive a full safety briefing and equipment. Then enjoy a 1-hour rafting adventure on the Wilka Mayu (Sacred River), with Class I–III rapids. The ride offers thrilling fun along with views of Inca terraces, local wildlife, and dramatic Andean scenery.
Riverside Lunch
Pause for a riverside box lunch included in the tour. For a more cultural experience, you may reserve optional dishes such as roasted cuy, fresh trout, or rocoto relleno (not included).
Horseback Ride to Cachicata Quarries
Meet your horses and muleteers in Waropata, near Ollantaytambo. Ride through breathtaking landscapes to the Cachicata Inka Stone Quarries, where enormous blocks were carved for Inca temples. Along the route, enjoy views of Tampu T’oqo caves and the Ollantaytambo ruins in the distance.
Ride back to Cachicata and board your private transport to Urubamba. Optional drop-off in Cusco can be arranged at an extra cost.
Meeting and pickup information
- The driver will meet you in the Urubamba River with the sign with your name. Please inform about your pick up details in advance.
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- taxiGo DMC
Meeting points and locations
Accessibility and practical details
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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