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Sacred Valley Small Group Tour

About this experience

Discover the captivating essence of the Sacred Valley of the Incas on an unforgettable full-day journey filled with adventure, history, and breathtaking landscapes. Our exclusive Sacred Valley VIP Tour takes you through ancient Inca treasures and charming Andean villages that preserve the authentic spirit and culture of this magical region.

At a glance

  • Duration: 10 hr 30 min

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Sacred Valley Small Group Tour
Pickup included

Plan your experience

Time on the tour10 hr 30 min
Getting therePickup offeredSee pickup details
Guide languagesEnglish (live guide), Spanish (live guide)

Set aside 10 hr 30 min 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

  • Proffesional guide
  • Vegetarian and vegan breakfast with gluten free option, etc. is provided.
  • Pick-up from your hotel
  • A buffet lunch with vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free options is also available.
  • Tourist Transportation (round-trip)
  • Tourist Ticket

Not included

  • Gratuities

Itinerary and highlights

The trip begins in Cusco with hotel pick-up and transportation to our first stop.

Our first stop will be in the picturesque village of Chinchero. Here, you will be able to explore the ancient agricultural terraces and discover the vestiges of the royal hacienda of Tupac Inca Yupanqui. You will also have the opportunity to visit an interesting colonial temple built on Inca foundations.

To end our visit to this town, we will visit a Textile Interpretation Center. Here, we will have a demonstration of the art of Andean weaving.

Next, we will head to Moray, where you’ll marvel at the impressive circular terraces—an ancient Inca agricultural laboratory ingeniously designed to experiment with different microclimates and crops. Surrounded by breathtaking Andean scenery, these concentric terraces reveal the extraordinary engineering and farming knowledge of the Inca civilization. Then, we’ll arrive at the Maras Salt Mines, a stunning collection of thousands of terraced salt pools cascading down the mountainside. Used since Inca times, these natural salt pans are still harvested by local families today, offering a unique glimpse into ancient traditions that have endured for centuries.

Our next stop is the Ollantaytambo Archaeological Site, an impressive Inca fortress strategically built to guard the entrance to the Sacred Valley and defend it from potential invasions. With its massive stone terraces, ceremonial centers, and panoramic views, Ollantaytambo stands as a powerful testament to Inca military engineering and spiritual significance.

Afterward, we’ll head to Urubamba, a charming town nestled in the heart of the Sacred Valley, where you’ll enjoy a delicious buffet lunch featuring a variety of traditional Peruvian dishes made with fresh, local ingredients.

Once re-energized, we’ll explore the picturesque town of Pisac and its remarkable Archaeological Complex, strategically perched atop a mountain to offer breathtaking panoramic views of the Sacred Valley. As the day comes to an end, we’ll journey back to Cusco, arriving around 7:00 p.m., filled with unforgettable memories of the Sacred Valley.

Meeting and pickup information

  • Our driver will communicate with the travelers before boarding the transport, it will be very easy to recognize him and we are in contact with him all the time.

Languages and tickets

  • English — Guide
  • Spanish — Guide
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • Machupicchu Andean

Accessibility and practical details

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • It is not wheelchair accessible: it has a large number of stairs.

Cancellation policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

Questions about this experience

How long is this experience?
The supplier lists a duration of 10 hr 30 min.
What are the pickup arrangements?
Our driver will communicate with the travelers before boarding the transport, it will be very easy to recognize him and we are in contact with him all the time.
Which guide languages are listed?
English (live guide), Spanish (live guide).
What ticket format is listed?
Mobile ticket.
What ticket age bands are listed?
Adult tickets: age 3+. Check the practical details for participation requirements.
What accessibility information is provided?
It is not wheelchair accessible: it has a large number of stairs.
What is the cancellation policy?
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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