About this experience
The Sacred Valley of the Incas VIP Tour offers a deep dive into Inca history and culture on a full day tour. Starting in Cusco, you will visit Chinchero to explore its ruins and colonial temples, followed by the stunning terraces of Moray, where the Incas farmed at different altitudes. The next stop is the Salineras de Maras, where local families extract salt in a traditional way. Enjoy a buffet lunch in Urubamba before continuing to Ollantaytambo and finally Pisac, where you will see more Inca terraces and a local artisan market. This tour is designed for small groups of 10 to 17 people, ensuring a personalized and enriching experience.
- Pick up and drop off at your hotel in Cusco included
- Lunch buffet in Urubamba with typical dishes
- VIP group from 10 to 17 people for comfort
- Professional guide who shares the rich history of each site
At a glance
- Duration: 11 hr–12 hr
Plan your experience
Set aside 11 hr–12 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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What is included
- transportation sprinter 12 - 17 passengers
- A delicious varied buffet lunch with typical dishes
Not included
- Partial tourist ticket S/.70 and salt mines S/.20, direct payment at the destination
Itinerary and highlights
Travelers will experience authentic Andean culture. They will be received by local artisans who preserve ancient techniques transmitted since Inca times. Here you will observe step by step the traditional weaving process: from the spinning of alpaca wool and sheep to the dyeing with natural dyes obtained from plants, flowers and insects.
They will learn how intense colors are achieved using ecological methods and discover the symbolic meaning of Andean designs. They can also interact with weavers, participate in demonstrations and take pictures.
In the end, they will have the opportunity to purchase high quality handmade textiles, directly supporting the local community. It is an enriching cultural experience that connects history, tradition and living art.
Discover the magic of the Sacred Valley by visiting Moray and the Salineras de Maras in a unique experience. In Moray, travelers will walk through impressive circular terraces used by the Incas as an agricultural laboratory, where they will learn about microclimates and advanced Andean engineering while enjoying spectacular views and taking unforgettable photographs.
Then, in the Salineras de Maras, you will see thousands of salt pools on the mountain, still worked by local families. You will learn about the traditional salt extraction process and its historical importance, while walking through panoramic viewpoints ideal for photos. They will also have time to purchase local products such as the famous pink salt. It is an experience that combines history, culture and breathtaking landscapes in one tour.
one of the most important archaeological complexes in the Sacred Valley. In this experience, travelers will tour an ancient fortress built on top of the mountain, climbing its stone terraces while enjoying spectacular views of the valley and the Urubamba River. The guide will explain its strategic importance as a military, agricultural and religious center of the Inca Empire, including resistance battles against the conquerors.
Visit the Temple of the Sun, with huge stone blocks perfectly carved and assembled, a display of advanced Inca ingenuity. They will also walk through the current village of Ollantaytambo, one of the few settlements that preserves the original Inca urban layout, with narrow streets, water channels and ancestral walls still in use. You will have time to explore, take pictures and connect with the living history of the Andes in a unique and unforgettable environment.
Explore the Chinchero Archaeological Center and immerse yourself in the living history of the Andes. Upon arrival, you will tour ancient Inca platforms and finely worked stone enclosures, while your guide explains the importance of this place as a residence of the Inca Tupac Yupanqui. You will enjoy breathtaking views of the Sacred Valley and learn the secrets of Inca agricultural engineering.
You will also visit the colonial church built on Inca bases, a clear example of the fusion of cultures. The experience continues with an encounter with local communities, where you will observe demonstrations of traditional weaving and ancestral techniques with natural dyes. You’ll have time to take photos, interact with locals and appreciate the authenticity of this unique destination before continuing your tour.
Discover the magic of Pisac, one of the most impressive archaeological complexes in the Sacred Valley. In this experience, travelers will ascend to the top of the mountain to explore ancient Inca agricultural terraces, built precisely to fit the Andean terrain. From the viewpoints, you will enjoy spectacular views of the valley and the Urubamba River, ideal for unforgettable photographs.
The guide will explain the importance of Pisac as an agricultural, ceremonial and defensive center of the Inca Empire, highlighting its temples, enclosures and platform systems. They will also know the famous Intihuatana, a structure associated with astronomical observation and solar rituals.
After the archaeological visit, you will descend to the village of Pisac, where you can tour its traditional artisan market, full of textiles, ceramics and jewelry made by local communities. It is an experience that combines history, living culture and breathtaking landscapes in one destination.
Meeting and pickup information
- Passengers will need to provide the name or location of their hotel or Airbnb
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Machupicchu Eco Tours
Accessibility and practical details
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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