Peru · Archaeology

9-Hour Sacred Valley Tour from Cusco with Ollantaytambo Drop-off

9 Hours Round trip from Cusco Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Explore the archaeological city of Chinchero, restored in the 17th century, and visit native ladies weaving alpaca wool
  • 02 Discover Moray, the impressive agricultural laboratory built by the Incas
  • 03 See the Maras salt mines, where this important mineral has been produced since 5000 years before Christ
  • 04 Visit Ollantaytambo, where ancient Andean civilized society is still alive among remarkable constructions
  • 05 Finish near the village train station for round-trip trains to Machupicchu, with tickets to be booked in advance

See famous archaeological treasures in the Sacred Valley of the Incas, including Chinchero, Maras, Moray, Pisaq, and Ollantaytambo, before a final drop-off at the train station for Machupicchu. Learn about the textile industry, enjoy local cuisine, and capture memorable pictures along the way. This private journey from Cusco combines Inca history, living traditions, and scenic valley experiences in one full day.

See famous archaeological treasures in the Sacred Valley of the Incas, including Chinchero, Maras, Moray, Pisaq, and Ollantaytambo, before a final drop-off at the train station for Machupicchu.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 9 Hours
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Not included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
Cities Cusco, Urubamba, Písac, Ollantaytambo, Chinchero
Languages English, Italian, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

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Day 01

Sacred Valley Tour to Pisaq, Chinchero and Ollantaytambo

  • Leave Cusco at 8:00 am with your Peruvian tour guide.

  • Visit the famous Awanacancha to see llamas, alpacas, vicuñas, and more.

  • Visit Pisaq Archaeological City and see traditional markets, jewellery shops, and more.

  • Have a taste of local cuisine at restaurants in Urubamba.

  • Leave for Ollantaytambo Inca City.

  • Explore Chinchero Inca City, especially the textile workshops there.

Chinchero textile workshops, Moray agricultural terraces, Maras salt mines, Ollantaytambo Inca City

Where this trip takes you

Chinchero textile workshops, Moray agricultural terraces, Maras salt mines, Ollantaytambo Inca City

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Cusco 5 cities · 9 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Official English-speaking Cusco (Peruvian) tour guide and driver

  • Drive across the cities

  • Free water bottles

What's Not Included

  • Optional tasting of Chicha

  • Optional lunch at traditional restaurants

Know before you go

  • There is an entrance ticket to pay: US$ 40. It lasts for 10 days and includes 16 attractions. For USD 20, it lasts 2 days and includes 4 attractions.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Cusco, Peru
Tour start
Cusco, Peru
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 9 hours finish where they began, in Cusco.

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