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Traditional Sacred Valley
Sacred Valley

Traditional Sacred Valley

Full Day
easy
Max 20 people

Explore the classic Sacred Valley route visiting Pisac with its artisan market, Urubamba, and the impressive archaeological center of Ollantaytambo.

Description

Discover the South Valley of Cusco, an ideal cultural experience for those who wish to explore historical sites near the city. This tour combines Inca and pre-Inca architecture with colonial art, Andean landscapes, and traditional villages, offering a comfortable and flexible way to experience some of the most iconic places south of Cusco.

Itinerary

1
Day 1

Cusco - Pisac - Urubamba - Ollantaytambo - Cusco

10-11 hours approximately 2,800 - 3,400 masl Vehicle tour with walks at each site

We will begin our tour by picking you up from your hotel and heading south of Cusco.

Our first stop will be Tipón, where you will have free time to explore this important archaeological complex, renowned for its stone irrigation canals, water fountains, and meticulously designed Inca terraces.

Afterward, we will continue to Pikillacta, a vast pre-Inca archaeological park characterized by its stone and mud constructions, straight streets, plazas, and rectangular enclosures, reflecting advanced urban planning.

Next, we will travel to the town of Andahuaylillas, where you can independently visit the Church of San Pedro, built in the 16th century and known as the "Sistine Chapel of the Americas," distinguished by its artistic murals and gold leaf decoration.

After the visits, we will begin our return to Cusco.

Meals: Not included (lunch in Urubamba)

Highlights

Classic route

Pisac Market

Ollantaytambo

Traditional villages

Includes

  • Tourist transportation throughout the tour
  • Professional driver
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off in Cusco

Not Included

  • Tour guide
  • Entrance fees to archaeological sites
  • Tourist Ticket (BTC)
  • Meals (lunch at passenger's expense)
  • Tips
  • Personal expenses

Tour Information

Meeting Point

Hotel del cliente

Departure

08:00

Return

18:30

Pickup Points

Hotel del cliente en Cusco

08:00

Cusco Centro Histórico

Recogemos en la puerta de su hotel

Recommendations

  • • Acclimatize in Cusco at least 1 day before the tour
  • • Bring comfortable and warm layered clothing
  • • Use sunscreen and a cap or hat
  • • Bring water to stay hydrated
  • • Wear comfortable or trekking shoes
  • • Bring cash for entrance fees, lunch, crafts, and tips
  • • Bring a camera or phone with charged battery

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the tour include a tour guide?
No, the tour only includes tourist transportation with a professional driver. If you want a guide, you can hire one for an additional cost.
What is the Tourist Ticket and where can I buy it?
The Cusco Tourist Ticket (BTC) is a pass that allows entry to several archaeological sites. For this tour, you need the Sacred Valley circuit that includes Pisac and Ollantaytambo. You can buy it at the COSITUC office or at the site entrances.
What is the difference with Super Sacred Valley?
The Traditional Sacred Valley visits Pisac, Urubamba, and Ollantaytambo. The Super Sacred Valley also includes Chinchero, Moray, and the Maras Salt Mines, being a more complete but also longer tour.
How much time do we have at each place?
Approximately 1.5 to 2 hours at Pisac (including market) and 1.5 hours at Ollantaytambo. Lunch time in Urubamba is approximately 1 hour.
What should I bring for the tour?
Comfortable and warm layered clothing, sunscreen, cap or hat, water, comfortable shoes, cash for entrance fees, lunch and purchases, and a camera.
When is the Pisac market?
The Pisac artisan market operates every day, but it's larger and more lively on Sundays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays when the full traditional market is set up.

From

$110 USD

Sedan (1-3 passengers)

2

Recommended vehicle

Sedan

$110 USD

Up to 3 passengers

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Includes

  • Tourist transportation throughout the tour
  • Professional driver
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off in Cusco

Questions? +51 963 843 599

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