Description
Discover one of the most fertile valleys in southern Peru, the Sacred Valley of the Incas, which has been an important region since ancient times due to the richness of its lands nourished by the waters of the Willkamayu River (Vilcanota River). Within this valley, you will appreciate beautiful towns that still cultivate products such as corn and potatoes, along with three important archaeological centers that had great significance during the Inca era.
Our first stop will be in Pisac, where we will explore both its artisan market and its impressive archaeological zone. Here you can appreciate and purchase unique crafts, such as textiles, ceramics, and jewelry, handmade by talented local artisans.
Next, we will enjoy a delicious buffet lunch in the heart of the Sacred Valley. This lunch is offered in a three-star restaurant and features a wide variety of appetizers, main dishes, and desserts made with fresh regional products, allowing you to savor the best of local cuisine.
We will continue to Ollantaytambo, an Inca archaeological complex characterized by its imposing agricultural terraces and fascinating history. For those wishing to continue to Machu Picchu, Ollantaytambo is the ideal connection point to take the train to Aguas Calientes. For the others, the tour proceeds to Chinchero, where we will learn about the rich Andean textile tradition and enjoy the charm of this town, surrounded by spectacular Andean landscapes.
In comparison to the VIP Sacred Valley Tour, which includes five stops (Chinchero, Moray, Salineras de Maras, Ollantaytambo, and Pisac) and offers shorter stays at each site (30 to 40 minutes), the classic tour focuses on three main destinations and provides more time to explore each place, ensuring a more relaxed and enriching experience.
- Start Time
- Departure from Cusco: 8:00 am
- Passenger pickup at hotels: from 7:30 am
- Places to Visit In the Classic Sacred Valley, three main sites are visited, dedicating between one hour and one and a half hours to each place:
- Pisac
- We will visit the archaeological zone and the Pisac market, where you can learn about and acquire local crafts.
- Ollantaytambo
- Here, the group divides: some passengers take the train to Machu Picchu Pueblo, while the rest continue the tour back to Cusco.
- Chinchero
- Our last stop, where we will visit the archaeological zone and have an introduction to the local culture and traditions.
- Pisac
- Lunch
- We will have lunch in the Sacred Valley at 2:00 pm, with a break of approximately one hour.
- Return to Cusco
- Estimated return to Cusco: 7:00 pm
- Transportation ends two blocks from the Plaza de Armas in Cusco.
Comparison with the VIP Sacred Valley Tour
- In the Classic Sacred Valley, we visit 3 places: Pisac (archaeological zone and market), Ollantaytambo, and Chinchero. We will stay between one hour and one and a half hours at each place.
- In the VIP Sacred Valley, 5 places are visited (Chinchero, Moray, Salineras de Maras, Ollantaytambo, and Pisac) and between 30 and 40 minutes is dedicated to each place.
