The Sacred Valley Tour is one of the most popular and visited tours in the Cusco region. The Sacred Valley of the Incas was a crucial area for the Inca empire, and it functioned as both an agricultural, spiritual, and political center for them. Don't miss out on this great opportunity to learn a little more about the Inca empire and its main sites like Chinchero, Pisac and Ollantaytambo on this fantastic tour. Also, you will find out picturesque towns with its colonial churches and friendly people, who will surprise you more than once. Come with us and enjoy in a wonderful visit to the Andes!
What is included in the tour
- Private Guide
- Transport
What is NOT included in the tour
- Meals
- Explore the Sacred Valley
Day 1: Sacred Valley
Sacred Valley Tour starts early and heads to the high mountain village of Chinchero, famous for its weaving and spectacularly sited at high altitude (3,800m/12,500 ft.) We will visit a weaving house and have a demonstration of dyeing and weaving techniques as well as visit the famous Chinchero market. From Chinchero, we descend to the base of the Sacred Valley and then onto Ollantaytambo, which features an impressive set of terraces leading from the village center. In Pisaq we will first the beautiful ruins, built with breathtaking audacity by the Incas, and then descend to the market at Pisaq before returning to Cusco, via the ruins at Sacsayhuaman. (If you are short of time this visit might be only concise). This is a long but rewarding day for those who want to experience the best of the Sacred Valley in a short amount of time.
