This Private Sacred Valley tour offers a deeper, more personal experience beyond the typical visit to Moray and the Maras Salt Mines. Led by knowledgeable local guides, you’ll gain authentic insight into Inca history, living traditions, and Andean culture.
Enjoy a relaxed pace, personalized attention, and excellent photo opportunities in a private setting. Designed with comfort and altitude acclimatization in mind, this tour combines iconic sites, cultural storytelling, and stunning landscapes for a truly meaningful Sacred Valley experience.
We pick up all travelers directly from their hotels located in downtown Cusco. This is a door-to-door service for your convenience and comfort. Your safety is our top priority.
The guide will come to pick you up from the Main plaza with the name of the company
Morning Departure – Cusco (7:30 a.m.) Your journey begins with a comfortable pickup from your hotel in Cusco. As we leave the city behind, enjoy scenic views of the Andean highlands, snow-capped peaks, and traditional farming villages while your professional guide introduces you to the history and importance of the Sacred Valley of the Incas.
First Stop: Chinchero Archaeological Site (8:30 a.m.) We start the day in Chinchero, a charming Andean village known as the birthplace of Inca royalty. Explore the Inca archaeological site, featuring stone terraces and foundations built on an ancient palace Visit the colonial church, constructed atop Inca walls Learn about traditional Andean life and Inca engineering Enjoy panoramic views of the Sacred Valley and the Vilcanota mountain range Optional cultural interaction with local artisans
Second Stop: Maras Salt Mines (10:30 a.m.) Next, we head to the impressive Salineras de Maras, a breathtaking complex of over 5,000 salt pools still harvested by local families using pre-Inca techniques. Walk along the viewpoints overlooking the salt terraces Learn how salt has been extracted here for centuries Capture stunning photos of one of the most unique landscapes in Peru
Third Stop: Moray – Inca Agricultural Laboratory (12:00 p.m.) Continue to Moray, one of the most fascinating archaeological sites in the Andes. Explore massive circular terraces believed to be an Inca agricultural research center Discover how the Incas experimented with microclimates and crop adaptation Learn about advanced Inca science and farming knowledge
Lunch Break (1:30 p.m.) Enjoy free time for lunch in the Sacred Valley area (lunch not included), with options ranging from local Andean cuisine to buffet-style restaurants.
Final Stop: Ollantaytambo – The Last Living Inca City (3:00 p.m.) Our final highlight is Ollantaytambo, one of the best-preserved Inca towns in Peru and still inhabited today. Walk through original Inca streets and water channels Visit the Ollantaytambo fortress, a massive ceremonial and military complex Learn about its role during the resistance against the Spanish conquest Enjoy incredible views of the surrounding mountains and terraces
Return to Cusco (5:30 p.m.) After an unforgettable day exploring the Sacred Valley, we begin our journey back to Cusco, arriving at your hotel around 5:30 p.m.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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