Sacred Valley Tour From Cusco - Full Day With Buffet Lunch

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Itinerary

1. Chinchero – Begin your journey in this charming Andean town known as the “Land of the Rainbow.” Explore impressive Inca terraces and a colonial church built directly on top of ancient Inca stonework. Enjoy a live textile demonstration, where local Quechua women show traditional dyeing and weaving techniques using natural plants and alpaca wool.

   1.5 h

2. Moray – Visit one of the most fascinating Inca engineering achievements: the circular agricultural terraces of Moray. These enormous amphitheater-like depressions created more than 20 different microclimates, allowing the Incas to experiment with crops and develop advanced farming techniques.

   1 h

3. Maras Salt Mines – Continue to the stunning Salineras de Maras, home to over 3,000 salt pools cascading down a mountainside. Learn how Inca families have harvested salt here for centuries, using a natural spring rich in minerals. The panoramic views of the valley and pools make this one of the most photogenic spots in Cusco.

   1.3 h

4. Urubamba – Stop for lunch in the heart of the Sacred Valley. Enjoy a fresh Andean buffet featuring local ingredients, organic vegetables, quinoa dishes, and Peruvian specialties—all surrounded by beautiful mountain scenery.

   1.5 h

5. Ollantaytambo – Explore one of the last living Inca towns, famous for its original Inca streets, canals, and stone walls still in use today. Climb the impressive terraces of the Ollantaytambo Fortress, learn about its strategic importance during the Spanish conquest, and take in panoramic views of the valley and surrounding peaks. Optional: End your tour here and walk directly to the Ollantaytambo Train Station to catch your train to Aguas Calientes / Machu Picchu. This saves you hours and avoids returning to Cusco. This option is free.

   1.5 h

6. Pisac – Finish with a visit to the spectacular Pisac archaeological complex, built high on the mountain slopes. Explore temples, ceremonial sites, agricultural terraces, and lookout points with incredible views of the valley. After your visit, return comfortably to Cusco.

   1.5 h

Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.

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How it compares in Cusco

• Its from-price is 46% below the median of the 1358 day trips we list in Cusco.
• Its length is typical for the group.
• By number of reviews it ranks 891 of 1358.
• The operator lists free cancellation on it.

About Cusco

Cusco, the old Inca capital high in the Peruvian Andes, blends massive stone walls with colonial churches and is the gateway to Machu Picchu.

The Plaza de Armas is the heart of the city, framed by the cathedral and the Jesuit church of La Compañía. Inca stonework survives throughout the centre, most famously at the Qorikancha, the sun temple on which the Spanish built a monastery, and in the twelve-angled stone on Hatun Rumiyoc street. San Blas, the artisans' quarter, climbs steeply with workshops and cafés.

Top-ranked sights in Cusco: Aguas Calientes, Machu Picchu, Ollantaytambo Ruins.

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