English and Spanish-speaking guide
Group tour
Free cancellation up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
Pickup included
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This comprehensive Sacred Valley tour Cusco to Ollantaytambo offers a full-day immersion into Inca history and Andean culture. You will visit the mountain-top ruins of Pisac, the Pisac handicraft market, and the colossal Ollantaytambo fortress. The day concludes with a stop in Chinchero to visit a Textile Center before returning to Cusco.
Highlights:
- Explore the main archaeological sites in the region: the mountain-top ruins of Pisac and the impressive fortress of Ollantaytambo.
- Stop at the Taray Viewpoint for unparalleled panoramic views of the Sacred Valley of the Incas.
- Visit a local community’s Textile Interpretation Center in Chinchero to learn about ancient weaving customs.
- The tour includes a nutritious buffet lunch in Urubamba, showcasing the richness of Cusco’s gastronomy.
- Benefit from the expertise of a professional, government-accredited bilingual guide.
About this tour:
Set out on a classic Sacred Valley tour from Cusco to Ollantaytambo and beyond, offering a full-day exploration of the most amazing places and the rich Inca legacy in the Cusco region. This comprehensive 12-hour journey travels through the heart of the Sacred Valley, alongside the majestic Vilcanota (Urubamba) River, visiting ancient Inca trails, breathtaking mountain views, and the region’s most famous sites.
Your adventure begins with a convenient hotel pickup in Cusco between 7:30 AM and 7:50 AM. You will first travel to the picturesque Taray Viewpoint, which offers an unparalleled panoramic view of the Sacred Valley, a perfect start to the day. The journey then takes you to Pisac, where you will ascend to the impressive archaeological site built high on a mountain top. After exploring the ruins, you will descend to the town itself to visit the Pisac handicraft market, where master artisans display their skills.
At midday, bordering the Vilcanota River, you will arrive in Urubamba to enjoy a nutritious buffet lunch, reflecting the rich diversity of Cusco’s local gastronomy.
The afternoon is dedicated to exploring the legendary fortress of Ollantaytambo Archaeological Site. This site was formerly an important Inca resting place and remains a key starting point for journeys to Machu Picchu. You will admire its imposing stone terraces, the massive Temple of the Sun, and the ancestral fountain known as the Princess Baths.
Before concluding your day, you will make a final stop in the town of Chinchero. Here, you will visit both the archaeological site and a local community’s Textile Interpretation Center to gain insight into the ancient weaving customs and traditions. The day culminates with your return to Cusco, ending in the Plaza de San Francisco around 6:30 PM to 7:00 PM, concluding your memorable Sacred Valley tour Cusco to Ollantaytambo.
Included:
- Hotel pickup in Cusco
- Transportation by car or minivan
- Professional tour guide (Spanish/English)
- Buffet lunch in Urubamba
Essential Information:
- Exclusions (Key Point): The General Tourist Ticket (BTG S/. 130.00) or Partial Tourist Ticket (BTG S/. 70.00) is not included and is required for entry to the archaeological sites (Pisac, Ollantaytambo, Chinchero). Also excluded are water/alcoholic beverages, tips, lodging, and travel insurance.
- Physical Effort: The tour does not require much physical effort and is suitable for taking babies and strollers.
- What to Bring: Passport/ID card (required for Tourist Ticket), comfortable shoes/clothes, biodegradable sunscreen, cash (for Tourist Ticket and souvenirs), and a reusable water bottle.
- Not Allowed: Littering, alcohol/drugs, fishing, making fire, surfboards, explosive substances, weapons, or touching marine life.
Activity provider: World Explorer Peru
Frequently Asked Questions
What does this Sacred Valley tour Cusco to Ollantaytambo include?
The tour price includes hotel pickup in Cusco and round-trip tourist transportation. You will receive the services of a professional, government-accredited bilingual guide (Spanish/English) throughout the day. A nutritious buffet lunch in Urubamba is also included.
What is not covered by the tour price?
A key exclusion is the Boleto Turístico (Tourist Ticket), which is required for entry to the archaeological sites (Pisac, Ollantaytambo, Chinchero). You must purchase this separately (General BTG S/. 130.00 or Partial BTG S/. 70.00). Also excluded are water/alcoholic beverages, tips, lodging, and travel insurance.
Where and when does this Cusco to Ollantaytambo Sacred Valley tour start?
The tour starts with hotel pickup in Cusco between 7:30 AM and 7:50 AM. It concludes with your return to Cusco, dropping off at the Plaza de San Francisco around 6:30 PM to 7:00 PM.
What should I bring for this tour?
You must bring your Passport or ID card, as it is required to purchase the Tourist Ticket. You should also bring comfortable shoes and clothes, biodegradable sunscreen, cash (for the Tourist Ticket and souvenirs), and a reusable water bottle.
What is not allowed on this Sacred Valley tour from Cusco to Ollantaytambo?
To protect the archaeological sites and the environment, several activities are strictly prohibited, including littering, making fire, alcohol and drugs, and carrying weapons or sharp objects.
What should I know before I go on this tour?
This is a group tour that is generally easy in terms of physical effort, making it suitable for taking babies and strollers. You must arrange the purchase of the required Tourist Ticket separately, as it is mandatory for site entry. The tour offers free cancellation up to 24 hours in advance.
What will I experience during this Sacred Valley tour Cusco to Ollantaytambo?
This 12-hour journey offers a full immersion into the rich Inca legacy, starting with an unparalleled panoramic view of the Sacred Valley from the Taray Viewpoint. You will then explore the impressive mountain-top ruins of Pisac and browse the vibrant Pisac handicraft market. At midday, you will enjoy a traditional buffet lunch in Urubamba.
The afternoon is dedicated to exploring the colossal Ollantaytambo Archaeological Site, admiring its stone terraces and the massive Temple of the Sun. Your final stop is the town of Chinchero, where you visit the archaeological site and a local community’s Textile Interpretation Center to learn about ancient Andean weaving customs and traditions before returning to Cusco.