The Sacred Valley of the Incas Tour is an unforgettable experience that visits the main archaeological sites and traditional villages that formed the agricultural, economic, and spiritual core of the Inca Empire.
We will begin our trip with an early departure from Cusco to the northeast of the Valley. The first stop will be the Taray viewpoint, from where you can admire an incredible panoramic view of the valley. We will then visit Pisaq, famous for its colorful artisan market and its impressive archaeological site located on the mountaintop.
We will continue the tour to Urubamba, where you will enjoy a delicious buffet lunch featuring Andean ingredients and local fusion cuisine.
After lunch, we will head to Ollantaytambo, an impressive Inca military, religious, and agricultural center that preserves its original structures. The terraces, temples, and canals are still standing and are used by the town's inhabitants.
We will conclude the tour with a visit to Chinchero, a town steeped in textile tradition, where you will learn about ancient natural dyeing and weaving techniques. You'll also explore its colonial temple built on Inca walls and admire stunning views of the snow-capped mountains of the Andes.
Throughout the tour, you'll be accompanied by a professional guide who will explain the history, Andean worldview, and local customs.
The Sacred Valley of the Incas Tour is a full-day cultural experience designed for those who wish to discover the essence of the Andean world. Along the way, you will visit the most emblematic sites of the Sacred Valley, a fertile and mystical territory that was vital to the development of the Inca Empire.
The tour begins with a stop at the Taray viewpoint, from where you can enjoy a breathtaking panoramic view of the valley, with its terraced fields, mountains, and the meandering Vilcanota River.
The first visit will be to the traditional town of Pisaq, famous for its colorful artisan market, where you can purchase unique products and observe ancient techniques in ceramics, textiles, and goldsmithing. You will then ascend to the Pisaq archaeological complex, nestled in the mountains, where you will learn about the agricultural, religious, and astronomical organization of the Incas.
Afterward, we will head to Urubamba, the heart of the valley, to enjoy a buffet lunch featuring the best of modern and traditional Andean cuisine.
In the afternoon, you'll visit Ollantaytambo, considered the last living Inca village, where the streets, walls, and canals have maintained their original layout for over 500 years. You'll explore its impressive archaeological site, where monumental stone buildings once formed part of a great fortress and temple.
The trip concludes with a visit to Chinchero, a charming highland village where the Inca legacy and colonial heritage coexist. Here, you'll visit a textile center where local women demonstrate the natural dyeing and artisanal weaving process. You'll also have time to tour the colonial church built on Inca foundations and enjoy a privileged view of Mount Verónica.
Throughout the tour, you'll be accompanied by a professional guide who will provide you with a deep understanding of the Andean worldview, the history of each site, and the living traditions that are still preserved.
This tour is ideal for those seeking to connect with the history, nature, and living culture of deep Peru.