Explore the immensity of the Sacred Valley of the Incas in an uninterrupted scenic tour. This 1-day journey takes you from the ancestral looms of Chinchero to the terraced engineering of Pisaq and the living fortress of Ollantaytambo 🏛️. We will cross the agricultural laboratory of Moray and the dazzling salt terraces of Maras, reaching altitudes of up to 3,762 m (12,342 ft) on gentle routes ideal for the whole family.
Visit Chinchero, Moray, the Salt Mines, Ollantaytambo, and Pisaq in an immersive experience that connects you with authentic Inca culture. Unlike traditional tours, we offer a complete immersion by visiting 5 iconic locations in a single day, allowing you to discover the true historical and architectural meaning beyond the panoramic views. We recommend resting in Cusco the night before to make the most of this adventure through the land of the Incas.
| Technical Sheet | Details |
|---|---|
| Duration | 1 Day |
| Difficulty | Easy |
| Max Altitude | 3,762 m / 12,342 ft (Chinchero) |
| Trekking Distance | ~3 km / 1.8 mi (In archaeological sites) |
| Meals | Buffet Lunch in Urubamba |
🥾 Difficulty: Easy
⏱️ Duration: 12 – 13 hours
⛰️ Max Altitude: 3,762 m / 12,342 ft
🍽️ Meals: Buffet Lunch in Urubamba
We begin the tour with hotel pickup between 6:30 and 7:00 AM, depending on the location of your accommodation. From there, we head north, driving for 40 minutes to reach Chinchero, the highest point of the tour (3,762 m / 12,342 ft). There, we will explore its archaeological center and get an up-close look at the daily life of the local inhabitants, as well as their textile art and craftsmanship.
The next destination will be Moray, an Inca agricultural experimentation center designed as an immense natural greenhouse. This unique site, located in a geographical depression, will show us a different aspect of Inca engineering.
We will continue towards Maras and the Salt Mines, where you will find more than 3,000 salt pools ancestral-mined by the local population. It is a unique spectacle seen in few places around the world.
Then, we will make a stop in Urubamba, where you will have free time to enjoy a buffet lunch before continuing to Ollantaytambo, the largest town and known as the “Living Inca Town.” Here, you will interact with the locals who descend from the high communities to make their purchases.
Finally, we will visit Pisaq, an ancient Inca town with impressive agricultural terraces and ceremonial fountains, surrounded by the majesty of the mountains.
The return to Cusco is scheduled for approximately 7:00 PM. We will drop you off near the Plaza de Armas due to traffic congestion in the city center.
Below are the details and features of the Sacred Valley Complete tour:
Cusco
6:30 AM
