Sacred Valley, Pisac and Ollantaytambo Full day Tour

10 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English and 1 more

The Sacred Valley Day Tour in Cusco, declared as World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 2006, hosts a lot of significant archeological sites, belonging to the Incan Empire. This unforgettable one-day tour, will let you explore the amazing towns of Pisac and its fantastic market, the Ollantaytambo Fortress and Chinchero market, places with mysterious stories and cultural wealth. Enjoy a delicious buffet lunch in a traditional restaurant in Urubamba, and learn about this amazing pre-Columbian civilization, considered the most important in the thirteenth century.

What's Included

Professional guide
Pick up from centrally located hotels in Cusco city
Lunch
Optional
Gratuities
Hotel drop off
Pisac and Ollantaytambo Ruins

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Pick up in centrally located hotels in Cusco city

Itinerary

Duration: 10 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Pisac Market

    We will pick you up from the hotel in Cusco, to start the incredible tour to The Sacred Valley of the Incas. Located 15 km northeast of Cusco city, this place has been appreciated by the Inca Empire for its geographical and climatic qualities, and for its fertile lands perfect for crops. The Sacred Valley altitude is 2,800 M.A.S.L., and it has one of the best weathers in the region. The valley houses a unique flora and fauna, with wild flowers and wildlife as vizcacha, puma, skunk, and others. After 33 Km of journey, we will arrive in the small town of Pisac. This fantastic place has an amazing craft market.

    40 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 2
    Parque Arqueologico Pisac

    We are going to explore the ruins of Pisac, a place with archaeological temples of stone buildings, with incredible views to the valley and the magnificent Inca platforms.

    1 hour Admission ticket included
  • 3

    Then, we will continue the tour until Urubamba to enjoy a traditional Peruvian food in a local restaurant, located on the banks of the Urubamba River. This buffet lunch offers regional flavors, and you can taste alpaca and trout.

    1 hour 30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Archaeological Park Ollantaytambo

    Later, we will reach Ollantaytambo Fortress. Its temple was the headquarter of Inca’s army, as well as a religious and agricultural place. It has stunning views, and more than a hundred Inca platforms with an advanced irrigation canal for that period.

    1 hour 30 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 5

    To finish the tour, we will visit Chinchero, and its typical and colorful Inca market, full of traditional craft as ceramics and Andean looms. According the Sacred Valley tribe, the Milky Way and its constellations were reflected in the Urubamba River. Pachacutec, who was the ninth Inca emperor, began the expansion of the Inca Empire called Tahuantinsuyo. Among his most important works are the Fortress of Ollantaytambo, Sacsayhuamán, Coricancha, and during his mandate the construction of Machu Picchu began. After this unique experience, we will drop you off at Plaza El Regocijo, one block from Plaza de Armas.

    1 hour Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • You should bring comfortable shoes, sunscreen, hat, sunglasses
  • At the end of the tour, you will be taken to Plaza El Regocijo, one block from Plaza de Armas.
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Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Archaeology Tours
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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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