MEALS

Buffet Lunch

GROUP SIZE

Up to 12 People

MAX. ALTITUDE

3,750m / 12,303ft

DIFFICULTY

Easy

Sacred Valley of the Incas

Full Day

Pisac – Ollantaytambo – Chinchero – Andean Textile Center

Explore the Most Significant Archaeological Sites Around Cusco

When people visit Cusco, they tend to head straight to Machu Picchu, one of the New Seven Wonders of the World. But, there are many other highly important archaeological sites in and around the city that were also significant during the Inca empire. Join us on this exciting trip to the Sacred Valley of the Incas to visit key sites during the ancient civilization’s reign.

On this day out, you can expect to stop at Ollantaytambo, Pisac’s archeological site and colorful market, the Inca site of Chinchero, and the Andean Textile Center. On the tour, from Ollantaytambo to Cusco, you’ll have the chance to stop at some fantastic lookout points to witness the Andean Mountain’s beauty and the stunning valley landscape.

Sacred Valley of the Incas

Do you want to get out of the city and see the most significant archaeological complexes during the Inca empire? They can be found in the Sacred Valley of the Incas, and our tour will take you to them all on a fun day out full of culture, history, and astounding views. You can join us whether you’re by yourself, in a couple, or as part of a larger group.

Our company specializes in organizing trips through the Sacred Valley ensuring that travelers take home a unique and unforgettable experience while soaking up the valley´s beauty, culture, and history.

On this exciting day out, you’ll get an opportunity to visit the most important Inca archaeological complexes in the valley and experience the Andean culture reflected in the art pieces, traditional markets, customs, and popular traditions in the towns of Pisac, Ollantaytambo, and Chinchero. The warm weather throughout the valley perfectly complements the trip to make this tour even more enjoyable.

Don’t miss out on this excellent opportunity to learn more about the fascinating history of the Incas, see some beautiful views throughout the valley, and observe small communities and towns going about their daily lives. It’s the perfect addition to your vacation in Cusco.

Highlights

Enjoy the extensive Pisac Inca complex, which boasts many impressive examples of Inca architecture.
Wander around the colorful Pisac market and observe local people who are keeping traditional culture alive.
Take in the stunning views as you drive through the Sacred Valley and observe locals going about their daily lives and lots of local produce growing in the fields.
Hike around that amazing site of Ollantaytambo and learn all about its history.
Visit the Chinchero Weaving Cooperative to learn about local textile techniques and a tradition that goes back generations.

Detailed Itinerary

DAY 1: Cusco | Qorao – Sacred Valley Lookout – Pisac – Urubamba – Ollantaytambo – Chinchero – Cusco

Highlight of the Day: Learning a lot about the Inca empire and understanding more about the different sites.

Explore the Most Significant Inca Sites in the Sacred Valley.

Our exciting day out begins between 7:00 and 7:30 am when we collect you from your accommodation and set off in our private transport to our first destination of the day.

On our way to Pisac, we’ll make our first stop of the day, about thirty minutes from Cusco. We’ll be visiting Qorao market, to wander around and see locals selling their handicrafts. There are handmade souvenirs and some stunning art pieces that you can buy as a reminder of your trip or for some thoughtful gifts for friends and family back home. Here, you’ll also get the chance to take some photos of the incredible landscapes and local wildlife, like llamas.

Next, we’ll keep heading to “El Mirador Del Valle Sagrado.” This lookout over the valley will provide you with the perfect opportunity to photograph the Andean mountain range and the Sacred Valley together.

We’ll soon arrive at Pisac to visit its colorful market and archaeological site. The Pisac complex is well-known because of its terraces that rise from the bottom of the mountain to the top in a harmonious way. You’ll also see the biggest Inca cemetery and Pisac’s Intihuatana, which is famous for predicting the solstice and equinox that determined the ancient culture’s agriculture calendar.

Once finished, we’ll drive for another hour to Urubamba and enjoy a delicious buffet lunch of traditional Peruvian dishes. There’ll be a wide range of options available and it’s the perfect chance to try many foods.

In the afternoon, we’ll visit Ollantaytambo town to tour its unique and extensive archaeological site that’s home to water sources, high terraces, temples, and more. The site is surrounded by towering mountain peaks and colorful valleys (plus a view of a faraway glacier)!

This town is the most well-preserved layout of a typical, Incan-built city with its narrow, cobbled streets and stone walls. It’s the only original Inca town where people still live to this day. Its conservation allows for the enduring legacy of the Incan people to live on and for us to understand the ancient culture better.

On our way back to Cusco, we’ll make a final stop at the town of Chinchero. You’ll have the opportunity here to visit a beautiful colonial temple, best known for its mural painting above the entranceway (this temple was built on top of Inca foundations). We’ll also get to see the Incan walls in the main plaza.

The highlight in this town is watching local women making textiles. They’ll teach you the process and you’ll get the chance to support them by purchasing their handmade pieces if you wish. Finally, we’ll continue onto Cusco and drop you off at your accommodation early evening.

At Pacha Peru Explorers, we specify the included and non-included services under all the tour itineraries listed on our website. We take care of all the logistics, but please pay attention to the details to avoid missing anything. Some items may be different for specific programs, so please read carefully before booking with us.

Whats is Included?

High Quality Service & Safety

Experienced Tour Guide

Our official tour guides speak English and Spanish and are professionally trained and certified. We choose them for their experience, responsibility, unbridled passion for exploring, and pride in sharing our culture and history. In every experience, they will keep you safe and comfortable so you can enjoy your time worry-free!

Medical Kit or First AID Kit

All Pacha Peru Explorers guides have received specialized training in first aid. We hold mandatory training sessions with our guides every February. Your guide will always carry a first aid kit to face basic emergencies (altitude sickness, travelers’ diarrhea, cuts, scrapes, etc.) as well as oxygen. If necessary, we’ll evacuate you from the path as quickly as possible and ensure that you arrive at a clinic for treatment.

24/7 Customer Service

We have telephone service available 24 hours/day for ease of communication with Pacha Peru Explorers leading up to your experiences or trek.

Meals

Buffet lunch in urubamba.

Transportation

All transportation is included in this tour. We’ll pick you up from your hotel and after the end of the trip, we’ll drop you back at the door of your hotel in Cusco.

What is Not Included?

Cusco Tourist Ticket

This ticket is necessary and allows you admission to many of the most popular attractions in Cusco and the Sacred Valley, including archaeological sites and museums.
From PEN 70.00 (US$ 20.00) to PEN 150.00 (US$ 45.00) per person

Breakfast & Dinner

Travel Insurance

Tips for Our Staff

Tipping is the norm on any excursion to Machu Picchu. Although we pay good salaries to our entire team, something extra is always welcome.

Additional costs or delays beyond our control

This includes the occurrence of events such as landslides, adverse weather conditions, itinerary changes for safety reasons, illnesses, pandemics, changes in government policies, political instability, strikes, force majeure, and similar situations..
In most cases, we guarantee your tickets and full logistics in advance—paying ahead for permits, schedules, accommodations, supplies, and even staff mobilization to ensure everything is ready. Therefore, any additional costs that arise due to such unforeseen events must be covered by you, as we must also reorganize several aspects on our side.
We sincerely appreciate your understanding and cooperation in these circumstances.

Packing List for the Sacred Valley of the Incas

Essential:

Valid Passport.
Extra Money (recommended soles).
Personal medication.
Water bottle or Camelbak.
Sunblock (factor 70 or more).

Clothing:

Light footwear or sandals.
Warm jacket.
Waterproof jacket.
Raincoat or rain poncho.
Sun hat to protect neck and face.
Wool hat for the cold.
Neck gaiter or buff.
Sunglasses with UV ptotection.
Medium trekking backpack (15 – 25 liter).

Optional:

Camera.
Power bank.
Binoculars.
Book or journal.
Snacks or energy bars.

Note: Please be aware that the weather in the Andes can change quickly, so it is important to bring appropriate layers and gear to stay comfortable and safe.

The Sacred Valley of the Incas, Tour can leave any day of the week, from January trought December.

2025 Land Cost

Group Price: US$ 120.00 per person

This small-group journey is guaranteed to opérate with just two guests.

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Price Guarantee

Once your booking has been confirmed, we guarantee the Price won’t increase, whatever the circunstances. So please, before booking, ensure you’ve read all our important tour information.

We want to make your trip to Peru as memorable and as carefree as possible. In this section, you’ll find the answers to all the questions you have about traveling with Pacha Peru Explorers in one place. Please read the following information carefully – it will help you with any questions about our services.

Briefing or Informative Meeting

All information meetings and briefings are held in your hotel at 5:00 pm, one night before the tour begins. These meetings last approximately 30 to 45 minutes. If you’re unable to attend, you must coordinate another time by email, by phone or at the Pacha Peru Explorers office.

Can I store luggage at your office?

Of course! During the trip, your main luggage can be stored at our office (you can organize it with us on the briefing day or by email) or at your hotel, both free of charge.

Any equipment that you won’t need on the trek can be stored safely in your hotel. Nearly every hotel will provide this service. Don’t leave items of value with your bags; put them in the hotel safe and obtain an itemized receipt (in the unlikely case of theft, many insurance companies require that you have a copy of the receipt itemizing everything). It’s best to put items such as credit cards inside a sealed, signed envelope for extra peace of mind.

Pick up of guests

Please Note:

All pickups are within Cusco City, but we recommend booking a hotel in the historic center for its convenient location.
Our guide or staff will confirm the pickup time the day before the tour.
Due to traffic conditions, the pickup time may vary between 30 and 45 minutes.
Cusco is an old city and has many narrow cobbled streets. Some hotels and Airbnbs are located on streets without car access or on long, steep slopes, making it difficult to transport luggage. For such reasons, we strongly advise you to book accommodation with good access.

Group Tours

Group tours are made up of different types of people, then physical conditions and ages can vary. By agreeing to be part of a group tour, you also accept that some people may be faster or slower than you. Therefore, each person can go at their own pace on the route.

It may be the case that a group wishes to modify the tour; however, the guide will be the one who decides, after consulting with all the participants, if such modifications are possible.

Strikes and demostrations

Strikes and demonstrations are common in Peru, and this may interrupt some of our tours. Roads can be blocked, and train tracks can be taken over. However, we will try to keep your trip as originally planned, even if it means leaving the night before the scheduled date.

Under these circumstances, tours may also be canceled. In case of changes or cancellations, everything will be coordinated with you by our operations department. Your safety is our highest priority, and our decisions will be made to protect it.

Lost Objects

Please pay attention to where you leave your things and remember to take everything once you leave our transport or restaurant. You’re the only one responsible for your objects during the tour.

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