Day 01
Sacred Valley Exploration from Cusco
- We will begin the tour at 6:30 a.m. with pickup from your hotel in Cusco.
- Our first stop will be the Archaeological Center of Chinchero, located about one hour from the city.
- In addition to its impressive Inca heritage, we'll visit its famous textile centers, where you can observe traditional weaving techniques that have been passed down through generations.
- We'll then continue to Moray, known for its fascinating circular terraces, believed to be an ancient Inca agricultural laboratory.
- Just 30 minutes away, we'll arrive at the Salt Mines of Maras - a stunning site with over 3,000 salt pools that have been used since pre-Inca times.
- Around midday, we'll head to Urubamba to enjoy a buffet lunch featuring a wide variety of traditional Peruvian dishes.
- In the afternoon, we'll visit the impressive Fortress of Ollantaytambo, a strategic Inca site used for military, agricultural, and religious purposes. Here you'll explore monumental terraces, temples, and other well-preserved structures.
- To finish the day, we'll travel to the town of Pisac and explore its archaeological complex, built during the reign of Inca Pachacutec. Located at the top of a mountain, this site offers spectacular panoramic views of the Antisuyo valley.
- We'll return to Cusco at the end of the tour, with an estimated arrival around 7:00 p.m.
