Sacred Valley Tour from Cusco

Summary

The Sacred Valley is one of the most emblematic and attractive regions of Peru, its most outstanding characteristics are that it covers more than 80 kilometers, it was also considered a sacred area for the Incas since the territory was very productive for agriculture.

Located in the city of Cusco at a general altitude of 2000 and 2800 m.a.s.l., with a climate that varies between 22°C to 25°C in the mornings and 8°C to 10°C at night. Due to the vast agriculture in the valley, the Incas built their main temples and cities there, for this reason is that in the Sacred Valley sector we will find important urban centers of great importance as Pisac, Yucay, Chinchero and Ollantaytambo.

To reach this region there are 2 routes by road, which can be done by entering through the town of Chinchero and the other route is entering through the town of Pisac both routes are at a distance from Cusco of 30 to 34 km approximately.

La altitud del valle sagrado:

Pisac: 2,980 m.s.n.m.

Urubamba: 2,870 m.s.n.m.

Ollantaytambo: 2,850 m.s.n.m.

Chinchero: 3,762 m.s.n.m.

Itinerary

Sacred Valley Tour from Cusco

Day 1

Hotel pickup
We start with hotel pick-up (near the Historic Center) between 7:00 a.m. and 8:00 a.m. approximately.

Pisac
We will travel approximately 1 hour to our first stop Pisac, where we will have a guided tour. This place is made up of groupings of archaeological remains, among which are platforms, aqueducts, roads associated with walls and gates, channeled water channels, cemeteries, bridges, etc…

Lunch in Urubamba
Afterwards we will head to the province of Urubamba where we will have an Andean buffet lunch and we will also have time to use the restrooms.
After lunch we will continue our route with the next stop in the town of Ollantaytambo.

Ollantaytambo
Arriving at the town we will go to the archaeological center of Ollantaytambo where we will visit the most important sites of the complex as the Tempo del Sol, in Inca times was another of the many multifunctional villages was an administrative, military, social and economic center, control point of passage to various ecological levels.

Chinchero
As a penultimate stop the mobility will pass through the village of Chinchero, where we will have a short guided tour in the archaeological part and the textile interpretation centers.

Retorno a Cusco
Return to the city of Cusco, arriving at 7:00 p.m. approximately. Our final point will be the Plaza Regocijo, upon arrival we will end our services of the Sacred Valley Tour from Cusco | Buffet lunch |

Includes

Pick up from hotel within the historical center of Cusco.

Round trip transportation.

Andean buffet lunch.

Bilingual guide.

Does not include

Tourist income.

Tourist ticket Cusco partial 70 soles, it is possible to acquire the tourist ticket in its partial form, according to the sites you want to visit for it you must choose between 3 circuits.

General tourist ticket 130 soles is valid for 10 calendar days and you can visit 16 tourist sites (City Tour, Sacred Valley, South Valley, Regional Historical Museum, Museum of Contemporary Art, Museum of Popular Art, Qorikancha site museum, Qosqo center of native art, Monument to the Inca Pachacutec).

Extra charges

Meals not mentioned

Recomendations

Cash for extra expenses.

Appropriate footwear for hiking.

Hat, sunglasses, sunscreen.

Personal documents: Passport (PAS) or National Identity Card (DNI).

Water is provided at lunch. However, you should also bring an extra bottle of water.

Questions

Frequently asked questions

1.- Should I bring extra water for the Sacred Valley 1 Day Tour?

Water is provided at meals. However, you should also carry an extra water bottle to avoid dehydration.

2.- How much acclimatization time before my tour?

The recommended minimum is 1 day of acclimatization before the tour.

3.- What meals are included?

Lunch is included in the tour. We also have vegetarian and vegan options available.

4.- What is the highest point on this trek?

The highest point during the trek is 3700 meters above sea level.

5.- About health and safety?

Participants must inform us about any illness or injury before and during the tour. Although our guides carry first aid kits, it’s recommended to bring your personal medication. We also suggest consulting your doctor before booking the tour.