- Transport
- Professional Guide
- Admission tickets
- Buffet
- 10 hours
- Difficulty: Easy
Sacred Valley full day tour
Just 17 miles (27 km) from Cusco lies the Sacred Valley of the Incas, nestled along the banks of the Urubamba River. Known for its breathtaking landscapes and fertile lands, this valley was once the heart of Inca agriculture and is still home to vibrant communities today.
On this journey, you’ll explore the impressive ruins of Pisac and stroll through its colorful artisan market. We’ll then pause in Urubamba for a delicious lunch before continuing to the ceremonial fortress of Ollantaytambo, a living Inca town that preserves its ancient layout. Finally, we’ll visit Chinchero, once an Inca center for astronomy and lunar worship, where tradition and history blend seamlessly with stunning views of the Andes.
We’ll pick you up from your hotel around 7:00 am to begin our journey to the Sacred Valley, located just 17 miles (27 km) from Cusco. Our first stop will be the Pisac archaeological site, where you’ll spend about an hour exploring its impressive ruins. Afterwards, we’ll head down to the town’s lively artisan market, the perfect place to shop for beautiful local crafts.
Around midday, we’ll continue to Urubamba for lunch before visiting the ceremonial fortress of Ollantaytambo. (If you have a connection to Machu Picchu, your tour will conclude here.) For the rest of the group, we’ll continue on to Chinchero, once an Inca center for astronomy and lunar worship. Finally, we’ll return to Cusco, arriving before 7:00 pm.
• Comfortable bus transportation with air conditioning and heating
• Professional bilingual tour guide (Spanish or English)
• Entrance tickets to all sites on the itinerary
• Buffet lunch in Urubamba
• Hotel pick-up and drop-off at the end of the tour (or in Cusco’s Historic Center)
• Drinks during lunch
• Tips or gratuities
• Accommodation
All our tour prices include entrance tickets to every site on the itinerary.
• Shared Service: $75 per person*
• Private Tour: $160 per person (minimum 2 participants), with a professional guide and flexible schedule
Prices do not include 18% TAX if an invoice is required.
*Discounts: 10% off shared service for Peruvian residents (with DNI or foreign resident card) and students
• Please wait in your hotel lobby at the scheduled time or follow the instructions provided by your assigned guide.
• Bring your identification documents for the tour (passport, DNI, or Andean card).
• Pack rain gear (December to March), comfortable walking shoes, a sun hat, drinking water, and sunscreen.
• Always carry basic biosecurity items: face mask and hand sanitizer.
• To make a reservation, please send us your details through the “Contact Us” section and review our Reservation Policies.
What will you visit on this tour?
Pisac Artisan Market
Just 45 minutes from Cusco lies the charming town of Pisac, where a vibrant artisan fair takes place daily around the main square. Here you’ll discover unique handmade pieces crafted by local artisans—textiles, jewelry, paintings, weavings, coats, ornaments, and much more. It’s the perfect place to find a memorable souvenir from your journey
Pisac Archaeological Site
Perched high above the town, this religious, agricultural, and military center showcases the grandeur of Inca architecture. Its remarkable preservation allows you to admire temples, ceremonial platforms, and impressive agricultural terraces that highlight the ingenuity of the Inca civilization.
Ollantaytambo
Located about 50 miles (80 km) from Cusco, Ollantaytambo is one of the most important archaeological sites of the Inca culture. Built under the rule of Inca Pachacutec, its massive stones—some over 13 feet tall—were transported from quarries 4 miles away. This ceremonial and military complex, whose name derives from “Ullanwtawi” meaning “to look down” or “viewpoint,” also features striking agricultural terraces.
Chinchero
Chinchero is home to the Church of Our Lady of Monserrat, built between 1572 and 1607 on the foundations of Inca Tupac Yupanqui’s palace. Inside, you’ll find remarkable paintings, including depictions of the puma defeating the serpent—symbolizing the battles of Pumacahua and Tupac Amaru II—as well as works by Diego Quispe Tito and Francisco Chillihuani. The church’s baroque altar, richly decorated with gold leaf, is another highlight not to be missed.
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