Sacred Valley of the Incas Tour: Full-Day Experience from Cusco
Itinerary
Sacred Valley of the Incas Tour: Full-Day Experience from Cusco
The Sacred Valley of the Incas tour is one of the most popular day trips from Cusco Express , offering travelers a perfect combination of history, culture, and breathtaking landscapes. The journey begins with hotel pickups between 6:30 and 7:00 am, depending on your location in Cusco, before heading north toward the first destination.
Chinchero – First Stop on the Sacred Valley Tour
Our adventure starts in Chinchero (3,762 meters), the highest point of the Sacred Valley of the Incas tour. Here, you’ll visit the archaeological site, admire traditional Andean life, and explore textile and craft centers where locals still practice ancient weaving techniques.
Moray Terraces – Inca Agricultural Laboratory
Next, we continue to Moray, a unique archaeological site once used by the Incas as an agricultural experimentation center. The impressive circular terraces, set within a natural depression, created microclimates that allowed the Incas to adapt crops to different environments.
Maras Salt Mines – Highlights of the Sacred Valley Tour
Our next stop is the famous Maras Salt Mines, one of the most fascinating highlights of the Sacred Valley of the Incas tour. With over 3,000 dazzling salt pools still worked by local families, this site showcases techniques passed down since Inca times.
Urubamba – Lunch in the Sacred Valley of the Incas
We then continue to Urubamba, where you will have free time to enjoy lunch in the heart of the valley before exploring more iconic Inca sites.
Ollantaytambo – Living Inca City on the Sacred Valley Tour
After lunch, we arrive at Ollantaytambo, often called the “Living Inca City.” This vibrant town is known for its impressive ruins, bustling markets, and local people who descend from highland communities to trade. It remains one of the most authentic stops in the Sacred Valley of the Incas tour.
Pisac – Ancient Terraces and Temples
Our final visit takes us to Pisac, an Inca city famous for its vast agricultural terraces, ceremonial water fountains, and remarkable stone structures built into the mountainside.
Return to Cusco
The Sacred Valley of the Incas tour concludes with a scenic drive back to Cusco, arriving around 7:00 pm.
Include
INCLUDED:
- Tourist transport.
- Professional guide
- Buffet lunch at a tourist restaurant in Urubamba.
- BTPIII (Sacred Valley Partial Tourist Ticket, allows entry to Pisaq, Ollantaytambo, Chinchero). S /. 70.00 or USD 23.00 only these three places.
NOT INCLUDED:
- Drinks like water.
- Snacks
Recommendations
WHAT TO PACK:
- Small back day back pack
- Light clothing for walking and comfortable shoes.
- Sunscreen.
- Hat
- Water Bottle
- Money in Soles (shopping).
- Credit cards
Prices
Price Options
| Per Adult | Per Child |
|---|---|
| From: $169.00USD | From: $89.00USD |
Make it a private tour
Also Book this tour as a private departure, with your own Guide and all the benefits of an Andean Diaries group tour.
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