Description
To begin our Tour through the Sacred Valley of the Incas, we will pick you up at approximately 07:00 a.m. and we will travel for about an hour to visit the ancient archaeological center of Pisac; there you will learn about how prepared the Incas were when making their constructions. Later, we will pass through the town of Pisac, famous for its craft market where you will find various products such as paintings, keychains, crafts, etc.
At midday, we will have lunch in the Urubamba valley. After a short break, we will visit the archaeological zone of Ollantaytambo, a place of strategic control and a fortress of finely carved stones, which were brought to this mountain to be used for astronomical purposes. We will continue to our last visit to the town of Chinchero which, during the Inca era, enjoyed great importance due to its fertile land of terraces where potatoes were mainly cultivated; it is also known for its famous textiles, keeping different ancestral traditions alive.
The tour concludes at approximately 18:30 hrs. in Cusco, after having enjoyed this unforgettable experience of the Sacred Valley of the Incas Tour.
Duration: 1 day. Departures: Every day, all year round.
Resume
- Duration: 1 day (approx. 11 hours).
- Departures: Every day, all year round.
- Highlights: Buffet lunch included and visits to local communities.
Itinerary
Pisac: History and Craftsmanship We begin the adventure with a pickup from your hotel at 07:00 a.m. Our first stop is the archaeological center of Pisac, famous for its impressive terraces and military constructions. Then, we will descend to the town to visit its craft market, the perfect place to acquire paintings, textiles, and unique souvenirs.
Lunch in Urubamba and Ollantaytambo Fortress At noon, we will enjoy a buffet lunch in the Urubamba Valley. After a short break, we will explore Ollantaytambo, an ancient Inca fortress and astronomical center. You will be amazed by the precision of its enormous blocks of carved stone strategically located on the mountain.
Chinchero: Textile Tradition Finally, we will visit Chinchero, known for its fertile potato farmlands and, above all, for its textile traditions. Here we will learn how local families keep alive the ancestral processes of dyeing and weaving. The tour concludes in the city of Cusco at approximately 18:30 hrs.
Include
- Entrance fees to the archaeological site of Pisac, Ollantaytambo, and Chinchero.
- Transfer to all the mentioned places.
- Professional English - Spanish guide.
- Buffet Lunch.
Not include
- Hotel in Cusco.
- Breakfast and dinner.
- Tips.
- Other services not mentioned in the program.
Recommendations
- We suggest wearing suitable sneakers or shoes; you will climb many steps.
- Carry a small backpack and, along with your camera, bring a hat, sunscreen, mosquito repellent, and a bottle of water.
- In Pisac, do not forget to try the "empanaditas" and take a souvenir of its craftsmanship.
- In Urubamba, we invite you to try the corn from the Sacred Valley.
The visual experience
Important
- Entrance Tickets: This tour includes entrance fees to Pisac, Ollantaytambo, and Chinchero; however, make sure to carry your original identity document (Passport or ID).
- Meals: The buffet lunch is included, but breakfast and dinner are at the traveler's own expense.
- Punctuality: Pickup starts at 07:00 a.m. Please be ready at your hotel reception to avoid group delays.
- Weather: The weather in the Sacred Valley can vary; it is recommended to be prepared for intense sun and possible winds in the afternoon.
