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Stories and customs of Ollantaytambo

About this experience

You will be visiting a part of the city that is 500 years old and will still see how native Peruvians from the Inca times used to live. You will visit an original "Kancha", a "Chichería" , learn about the Cosmology of Andean people, and appreciate the beauty of Ollaytantambo, called the living city of the Incas.

At a glance

  • Duration: 3 hr

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Stories and customs of Ollantaytambo

Plan your experience

Time on the tour3 hr
Guide languagesEnglish (live guide), Spanish (live guide)

Set aside 3 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

  • Lunch

Not included

  • Alcoholic Beverages
  • Private transportation

Itinerary and highlights

We will meet at the main square of Ollantaytambo, beside the entrance of Chuncho restaurant, and quickly go to the living Inca village of Qosqo Ayllu. There I will tell you how the Incas conquered the Huari people and imposed their customs, religion and traditions. We will visit Inca houses more than 500 years old, walk along the cobblestone streets and see the Inca canalizations. Then we head to Pata Calle, where we will appreciate the archaeological site of Ollantaytambo and I will tell you the romantic story of Ollanta and Cusiqollor. Then we will head towards the Pinkulluna mountain to see the Inca granaries. At the end, we will go to a restaurant to taste typical Peruvian food.

Meeting and pickup information

  • Ollantaytambo Main Square. In front of the Chuncho Restaurant there is a bench. The guide will be waiting for you in that bench.

Languages and tickets

  • English — Guide
  • Spanish — Guide
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • Curios

Accessibility and practical details

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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 3 hr.
Which guide languages are listed?
English (live guide), Spanish (live guide).
What ticket format is listed?
Mobile ticket.
What ticket age bands are listed?
Child tickets: age 2–12; Adult tickets: age 13+. 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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