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Explore the highlights of Peru’s Sacred Valley, a region just outside Cusco that once functioned as a spiritual, political and agricultural hub for the ancient Incas, on this full-day trip. Learn about the timeless traditions of Andean textile design at a weaving center in Chincheros, then head to Ollantaytambo, home to an impressive collection of Inca-designed farming terraces. You’ll also see the Inca city of Pisac, home to an impressive collection of ruins and a bustling market. Your Sacred Valley excursion also covers lunch, a guide and round-trip hotel transport.

Planning visits to Cusco’s nearby archaeological sites can quickly become complicated without prearranged transport and tickets. This small-group guided tour keeps things simple by bringing together four of the most important ruins in one seamless experience. Explore the massive stone terraces of Sacsayhuaman, walk through the carved rock chambers of Q’enqo, stop at the hilltop lookout of Puca Pucara, and finish at Tambomachay, known for its sophisticated stonework and water channels.

No visit to Cusco is complete without visiting UNESCO-listed Machu Picchu, but arranging logistics can eat into precious vacation time. This day trip from Cusco is ideal for time-pressed travelers, as it takes care of transportation and tickets for the archeological site and scenic train ride through the Sacred Valley of the Incas.

Journey back in time and discover the history of Cusco, the former capital of the Incan Empire. This small-group tour takes you from the Plaza, which the Incas believed to be the center of the world, to four archaeological sites on the outskirts of Cusco: Sacsayhuamán, Q'enqo, Puka Pukara, and Tambomachay.

Visiting the City Tour in Cusco is one of the best ways to get to know the city because in a few hours it gives you a clear view of the most important things about its history, culture and architectural grandeur. It’s not just a sightseeing tour: it’s a “living class” of Inca and colonial history. The main reason it is so recommended is that it connects two worlds that coexist in Cusco: the Inca legacy and the Spanish colonial influence. In a single half day you understand how the city evolved and why it is considered the “Archaeological Capital of America”.

Exploring Cusco’s most important ruins and historic landmarks on your own can be confusing, with sites spread out and little context to explain what you’re seeing—but this small-group, guided tour makes it simple. Travel between key archaeological locations—including Sacsayhuaman, Qenqo, Puca Pucara, and the Temple of the Sun—and the historic center with a guide who brings the temples and colonial architecture to life. As you explore, learn about the history behind each site instead of simply passing by.

Discover the shorter version of the famous Inca Trail during this 2-day excursion. Visit the archeological sites of Chachabamba, Winay Huayna, the Sungate, and Machu Picchu both in the afternoon and the early morning to see the citadel in two different lights. Learn about the history of the Incas on a comprehensive tour and explore the site on your own before heading back to Cusco.

This group service tour biggings with the pick up from your hotel and travel to Chinchero, a small rustic town with a long tradition of textile weaving. See various textiles woven with traditional Incan techniques. Next, you will visit the Moray agricultural terraces that were built along the hillsides. These terraces were built by the Incas to grow an abundance of crops. Right next to this area, at Maras, there are over 4000 salt ponds which were used for a long time by our ancestors. After that make your way to Urubamba where you enjoy a buffet lunch. Make your way to the historical town of Ollantaytambo to climb over 200 steps to reach the top of the ancient terraced fortress that overlook the town. After visiting Ollantaytambo, the tour guide drops you off you at the train station or main square of Ollantaytambo around 3:30 pm . NOTE: VISIT TIME IN EACH SITE IS LESS THAN 45 MINUTES CHECK OUR PRIVATE OPTION TO HAVE MORE TIME IN CASE YOU HAVE A LATE TRAIN OR HOTEL IN OLLANTAYTAMBO

Explore through amazing landscapes and visit Chinchero, Maras salt mines, Moray and the famous archeological sites along the sacred valley of the Incas. Also visit with a guided tour Ollantaytambo, Pisaq and Urubamba on a full day tour from Cusco.

Discover the top landmarks of the ancient Incas on this 2-day, private excursion from Cusco. Day 1 is spent exploring the Sacred Valley including Chinchero, Maras, Moray, and Ollantaytambo. Then, board the panoramic Vistadome train to reach Aguas Calientes. Day 2 involves an early wake-up call to watch the sunrise over Machu Picchu and a guided tour of the ancient citadel.

Rather than taking the typical route to Machu Picchu, opt for an adventure-filled 4-day tour featuring biking, rafting, hiking, and ziplining. This action-packed trip is a twist on the traditional hiking paths, allowing you to enjoy a variety of fun outdoor activities. Do some whitewater rafting on Class III and IV rapids, zoom down a mountain trail by bike, and fly through the sky on a zipline ride.

The Sacred Valley is home to many of Peru's most famous destinations. On this full-day private tour from Cuzco, visit top sights including Incan and colonial structures, a weaving demonstration in Chinchero, circular formations at Moray, salt pools at Maras, Ollantaytambo and Pisac archaeological sites, plus a buffet lunch and hotel pickup and drop-off.

Explore the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu on this private overnight tour from Cusco—ideal for first-time visitors and families. Pre-booking guarantees entry to the UNESCO-listed Inca site, which limits daily visitors. Travel comfortably with hotel pickup included, enjoy a guided tour of Machu Picchu, and have free time to explore on your own. All entrance fees, transportation including train tickets, and overnight in an Aguas Calientes hotel are included.

Explore Peru's Sacred Valley without crowds or the hassle of getting around on this private guided tour from Cusco. Learn about traditional textile making and dying in the town of Chinchero, see the salt mines of Mara, and explore the ancient Incan archaeological site of Ollantaytambo.

If you don't have the time (or energy) to do the entire Inca Trail to Machu Picchu, this two-day hiking tour offers an excellent alternative. You'll hike through spectacular scenery, with fantastic panoramas of the Andes, as you make your way to the lost citadel of the Incas. As you walk, your guide will fill you in on all of the fascinating history of the region and point out native flora and fauna.

Venture deep into the Andes Mountains to visit the ancient Incan citadel of Machu Picchu during this full-day train excursion from Cusco. Take the bus to Aguas Caliente and enjoy an in-depth guided tour of Machu Picchu as well as free time to explore. On the way back, ride the premium PeruRail Vistadome train on the Ollanta-Machu Picchu route to experience unobstructed views of the Andes and surrounding landscapes. Hotel pickup is included for added convenience.

The Sacred Valley in Peru is home to ancient monuments and ruins dating back to the days of the Incas—but reaching them by public transport is a challenge. On this tour, spin through the Sacred Valley in comfort from your Cusco accommodation—with your guide to lead the way. Take in top sites of interest including Chincheros, Moray, and Ollantaytambo, and gain insight into a civilization lost in time.

Discover the wealth of history and fascinating modern-day culture of Cusco, the ancient capital of the Inca empire, during this 3-hour walking tour with a private guide. Get off the tour bus and out into the streets of this amazing Inca city, following your guide on foot through the city’s main square and past its imposing cathedral. You’ll also check out the impressive ruins of the Incas’ Qorikancha temple and do some shopping for produce and handicrafts at San Pedro Market. This private walking tour also covers all site entrance fees.

Tour of the city of Cusco, visit the ancient capital of the Inca empire, experience the magical mix of this city between the traditions and history of the Incas along with the traditions and history of the Spaniards. The walk through the city is highly recommended to do it on the first day of your stay in Cusco to acclimate and be much calmer on the tours of the following days. The tour usually starts from Q'oricancha, Sacsayhuaman, Q'enqo, Pucapucara, Tambomachay and after the tour we return to the city. NOTE: If you are taking the private (personalized) tour we will return you to your hotel.

Delve deeper into the ancient heritage of the Incas on a private, full-day tour of the Sacred Valley from Cusco. Discover top Peru attractions such as Pisa indigenous market, the Maras salt mines, and the Inca terraces of Moray, without having to book each activity separately. Plus, this private tour gives you the freedom to tailor your itinerary.

Travel from Cusco to Machu Picchu with the confidence of a private guide. This tour includes all of your transportation needs from your hotel door to the ruins and back, plus an informative guided tour of the iconic Incan archaeological site. It's a great pick for travelers trying to see Machu Picchu in just one day.

Uncover the history and culture of Cusco, once the heart of the Inca Empire, on this small-group tour of the city—a great way to get your bearings if visiting for the first time. Check off plenty of sights in one convenient tour that covers Plaza de Armas, where Inca roads once converged, the Temple of the Sun, and the Convent of Santo Domingo. You'll also visit Cusco Cathedral and the bustling San Pedro Central Market, for a taste of daily life in Cusco.

Most visitors to Cusco head straight to Machu Picchu, but the surrounding valleys also harbor some of Peru’s most fascinating historic sites. This full-day small-group tour takes you off the beaten track, visiting the Inca site of Tipon, the pre-Inca site of Pikillacta, and the Baroque church of Andahuaylillas. Hotel pickup and drop-off is included.

This is a private tour suitable for families and friends so you can fit the tour to your own schedule and interests! It tour covers the main tourist attractions of the sacred valley of the Incas. You will visit Pisaq, Ollantaytambo, Chinchero citadels as well as the Moray agricultural experimentation center and the salt mines. These are the main tourist attractions of the sacred valley of the Incas.