Sacred Valley Tour: Chinchero, Maras, Moray and Ollantaytambo

5.0 (8 reviews) Cusco, Peru
Duration10h - 12h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
Instant confirmationYour booking is confirmed right away
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesPortuguese, English, Spanish
Group sizeUp to 15 travelers
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Embark on a fascinating getaway and explore the vestiges of Inca and indigenous culture in a single day. Tour the colorful markets of Chinchero, marvel at the circular terraces of Moray, admire the surreal beauty of the Salineras de Maras and let yourself be enveloped by history at the imposing fortress of Ollantaytambo.

• Small groups (maximum 10 people) for a more intimate experience with an expert and bilingual guide.
• Comfortable transportation with pick-up and return to your accommodation in Cusco.
• Buffet lunch included with more than 50 Peruvian dishes to choose from, with authentic flavors of the region.
• Make the most of your day by visiting four emblematic sites in a single tour.
• Exclusive option: end your tour at the Ollantaytambo train station and continue your trip to Machu Picchu.

What's included

  • Certified local guide
  • Modern air-conditioned transportation.
  • Small group tour (max 2-10 people) for a more personalized experience
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off (with the option to be dropped off at the train station in Ollantaytambo).
  • Guided Visit to the Chinchero + Maras + Moray + Ollantaytambo Weaving Center
  • 01 bottle of water
  • Buffet lunch at the best restaurant in the sacred valley
  • Entrance ticket to the Sacred Valley (90 Peruvian soles in cash)
  • Propinas (optional)

What to expect

  1. Cusco
    Pass by
    07:45 AM: After breakfast at your hotel in Cusco, we will pick you up and head to explore part of the stunning Sacred Valley of the Incas. Enjoy breathtaking landscapes, interact with the locals, visit vibrant artisan markets, and discover the incredible archaeological sites that make this journey an unforgettable experience.
  2. 45m
    8:40 am: After driving 1 hour from Cusco we will find the traditional town of Chinchero, we will visit a local family, here they keep the weaving tradition alive. Their alpacas and guinea pigs will welcome you and you can feed them their breakfast. Plus, learn about their fascinating weaving techniques using natural ingredients to create stunning hand-made textiles.
  3. 45m · Admission ticket not included
    9:40 am: Imagine the impressive Inca terraces and the beautiful Andes in the background. This view is simply stunning, the story behind it even more so. Your guide will teach you about the agricultural laboratory of the Incas and how they created different climate zones on these terraces.
  4. Salinas de Maras
    1h · Admission ticket not included
    11:30 am: Salt is extracted by hand, the salt mines are made up of about 3,000 small wells that have been exploited since Inca times and were a method of economic exchange. Here you have the opportunity to take one of the most famous photographs of the Sacred Valley. Our guide will be happy to capture this moment for you. From here we continue our tour to enjoy a delicious lunch.
  5. 1h · Admission ticket included
    12:30 – Enjoy a great buffet lunch (vegetarian and vegan options available) at one of the best restaurants in the Sacred Valley, the highly rated.
  6. 1h · Admission ticket not included
    14:40: After lunch, we continue our trip to Ollantaytambo, where we will visit this incredible Inca site, which is an area of ​​important Inca constructions, built during the Inca era. This is an extraordinary Inca citadel where we will find an incredible rock formation that represents the Inca god Wiracocha.
  7. 1h
    3:30 pm: You have the option of staying in Ollantaytambo to take a train in the afternoon, or returning with us to Cusco
  8. Cusco
    2h
    5:30 pm: Approximate time of arrival at your hotel in Cusco

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

Free pick-up at hotels, hostels, houses, apartments within the historic center of the city of Cusco. If you cannot find your location, after booking, contact us through the messenger.

Additional information

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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