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- English
- Spanish
Seamless Machu Picchu Connection: Don't waste time backtracking to Cusco. This itinerary is perfectly timed to drop you off safely at the Ollantaytambo station for the 15:37 or 16:36 trains, featuring secure luggage storage on board.
Incan Agricultural & Textile Wonders: Discover the living history of the Andes. See the massive, circular terraced depressions of Moray used as an Incan agricultural laboratory, and participate in an authentic weaving demonstration in the scenic village of Chinchero.
The Complete Maras & Ollantaytambo Route: Walk alongside thousands of ancient, hand-chiseled evaporation pans at the Maras Salt Mines before exploring the monumental stone terraces of the towering Ollantaytambo Fortress with an expert, fluent English-speaking guide.
Small-Group Intimacy: Avoid the massive, crowded 20-person tour buses. We limit our groups to a maximum of 10 travelers for a personalized, flexible, and comfortable day through the valley.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
We are happy to pick up from hotels, AirBnb
Itinerary
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1Cusco
Start your journey with a seamless, stress-free morning pickup right from your Cusco hotel or Airbnb. Meet your expert guide, load your large luggage securely on board our comfortable vehicle, and relax as we leave the city behind and head into the spectacular Andes Mountains.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Complejo Arqueologico Chinchero
Arrive at the scenic colonial village of Chinchero. First, enjoy an interactive, live demonstration at an authentic textile center where local master weavers show you how they transform alpaca wool using natural dyes. Afterward, take an optional walk to admire the beautiful colonial church built directly on top of massive Incan palace foundations.
45 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
3Archaeological Site of Moray
Stand on the rim of the breathtaking, circular terraced depressions of Moray. Your fluent English-speaking guide will bring history to life, explaining how the Incas engineered this incredible site as a highly advanced agricultural laboratory to experiment with crops at different microclimates.
45 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
4Salinas de Maras
Marvel at the spectacular patchwork of over 3,000 ancient, hand-chiseled evaporation pans. Fed by a subterranean saltwater spring, these pink salt pans have been continuously harvested by local families since pre-Incan times. It is one of the most unique, photogenic landscapes in all of South America!
45 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
5Urubamba
Take a relaxing break in the scenic heart of the valley to relax and refuel. Enjoy a delicious meal featuring a rich variety of fresh, authentic Andean ingredients and flavors at a beautifully situated, high-quality local restaurant in Urubamba.
50 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6Archaeological Park Ollantaytambo
Explore the magnificent, living Incan town of Ollantaytambo. Hike up the towering stone fortress terraces where the Incas won a famous battle against Spanish Conquistadors. After the tour, we drop off travelers directly at the Ollantaytambo Train Station—perfectly timed for the 15:37 or 16:36 trains to Machu Picchu with all your luggage safe on board!
1 hour • Admission ticket not included -
7Cusco
For guests not heading to Machu Picchu today, hop back on board for a comfortable, scenic drive back across the Andes. We will return you safely to Cusco's historic center in the evening, concluding an incredible, comprehensive day exploring the best of the Sacred Valley.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Note: If you require an infant seat, we can assign one for an extra cost.
- This tour does not have specific restrictions unless you are in a very bad serious health conditions
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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