Sacred Valley VIP
Duration: Full Day
Group size
1 - 15
Language
English - Spanish
Dificulty
Easy
The tour begins with pick-up at the hotel in Cusco between 6:30 and 7:00 a.m. After gathering the group, we head north to first visit Chinchero, a picturesque village with agricultural terraces, the remains of the royal hacienda of Tupac Inca Yupanqui, a colonial church built on Inca foundations and observation of the textile manufacturing process from wool.
Then, we will visit Moray, a site with natural depressions that were used as terraces for agricultural experimentation. We will continue to the Maras Salt Mines, where you can observe the salt extraction process since Inca times.
Afterwards, we will go to the Ollantaytambo Fortress, built to protect the entrance to the valley from possible invasions from the jungle. After the visit, we will return to the bus and head to Urubamba to enjoy a buffet lunch.
In the afternoon, we will visit the Pisac Archaeological Complex, which offers impressive panoramic views of the valley. Finally, we will return to Cusco, arriving around 7:00 pm.
Itinerary
The adventure begins with hotel pickup in Cusco between 6:30 a.m. and 7:00 a.m.. Once the group is complete, we will head north for our first visit to Chinchero, a picturesque town where you will see agricultural terraces, the remains of the royal estate of Túpac Inca Yupanqui, the beautiful colonial church built on Inca foundations, and observe the entire wool process, from washing and spinning to the creation of beautiful textiles.
Continuing our journey, we will arrive at Moray, where we will see several natural depressions used as experimental agricultural terraces. Next, we will head to the Maras Salt Mines, where we will witness the natural salt extraction process dating back to Inca times.
Later, we will visit the Ollantaytambo Fortress, built to protect the entrance to this part of the valley from possible invasions by jungle inhabitants. After the visit, we will return to the bus and head to the town of Urubamba, where we will enjoy a buffet lunch.
After lunch, we will visit the Pisac Archaeological Complex, built during the reign of Inca Pachacútec. Its strategic location on top of a mountain allows us to enjoy a panoramic view of the valley that once led to Antisuyo. After the tour, we will return to the city of Cusco, arriving around 7:00 p.m.
Places we will visit:
- Chinchero
- Moray
- Maras Salt Mines
- Ollantaytambo
- Pisac
Detailed Schedule:
- 6:30 – 7:00 a.m.: Hotel pickup in Cusco
- 07:00 – 07:40 a.m.: Travel to Chinchero
- 07:40 – 09:00 a.m.: Visit Chinchero, including the Textile Interpretation Center and agricultural terraces
- 09:00 – 09:30 a.m.: Travel to Moray
- 09:30 – 10:30 a.m.: Visit the Moray Agricultural Research Center
- 10:30 – 11:00 a.m.: Travel to the Maras Salt Mines
- 11:00 – 12:00 p.m.: Visit the Maras Salt Mines
- 12:00 – 12:30 p.m.: Travel to Urubamba
- 12:30 – 1:30 p.m.: Buffet lunch in Urubamba
- 01:30 – 02:00 p.m.: Travel to Ollantaytambo
- 02:00 – 03:30 p.m.: Visit the Ollantaytambo Archaeological Site
- 03:30 – 04:00 p.m.: Travel to Pisac
- 04:00 – 05:30 p.m.: Visit the Pisac Archaeological Complex
- 05:30 – 07:00 p.m.: Return to Cusco
- 07:00 – 07:30 p.m.: Arrival in Cusco
Includes
- Tourist transportation
- Professional guide (English – Spanish)
- Buffet lunch
Not Includes
- Entrance fee
- Entrance fee to Maras
- Additional expenses
Recommendations
It is recommended and necessary for the tour to bring hiking shoes, light clothing, water, sunscreen, and cash.
Frequently Asked Questions
The tour lasts between 10 and 12 hours, starting early in the morning.
Yes, the VIP tour includes a certified tour guide who provides detailed information about each site visited.
The tour includes visits to Chinchero, Moray, the Maras Salt Mines, Urubamba, Ollantaytambo, and Pisac.
Yes, the tour is safe, but it is important to follow the guide’s instructions and keep an eye on your belongings.
Yes, it is recommended to bring a passport or ID, as it may be required to enter some archaeological sites.
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