Full-Day Sacred Valley Tour from Cusco
Recommended by 94% of travelers
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Cusco, Peru
- 12 to 13 hours (approx.)
- Pickup offered
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
Overview
Immerse in the wonders of the Sacred Valley on a trip from Cusco, featuring a visit to the magnificent Inca ruins of Pisac and Ollantaytambo, both showcasing impressive stonework. The tour also includes stops at the unique Maras Salt Mines and the fascinating archaeological site of Moray. Enjoy seamless transportation to all attractions and savor a delicious buffet lunch in the charming town of Urubamba. Book now for an unforgettable experience filled with history and culture.
- Visit the Maras Salt Mines, which contain salt water that changes into salt
- Stop for a tasty buffet lunch at Urubamba Town, close to the Sacred Valley
- Explore Ollantaytambo, with long stone stairs and a complex for shopping
- Try local foods and shop for souvenirs at a traditional market in Pisac
What's Included
- Private transportation
- Lunch
- Any personal expenses
- Souvenirs
- Tips
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Meeting and Pickup
You can head directly to the meeting point, or request pickup
Start time.7:00 am
Itinerary
1
Iglesia Colonial de Chinchero
1 hour • Admission Ticket Included
2
Archaeological Site of Moray
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
3
Salinas de Maras
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
4
Urubamba
45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
5
Archaeological Park Ollantaytambo
1 hour • Admission Ticket Included
6
Parque Arqueologico Pisac
1 hour • Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Reviews
4.8
based on 85 reviews
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YUEGANG_C, Aug 2026
Good trip! Friendly guider and driver. Amazing view and great experience. But there were too many shops during the trip.
Michael_C, Aug 2026
⭐️ 1/5 – Very rushed tour
Pros:
- The guides were very knowledgeable and explained the history of each site well.
- Good option if you just want a quick overview of the Sacred Valley.
Cons:
- The four main attractions were extremely rushed. We only had around 10–15 minutes at Chinchero, Pisac and Moray, and about 25 minutes at Ollantaytambo, despite all being massive sites.
- Those time was spent standing and listening to the guide rather than actually exploring the sites.
- We also stopped at three vendors, spending around 20-30mins which is more time than the main sites. Each product in those vendor has no price tags.
- We had to pay around **70 soles extra for the entrance tickets**, which made the limited time at each site even more disappointing.
Personally, I would much rather visit fewer places and have enough time to properly explore them or skipping those vendors/shops as a whole. The whole point of visiting the Sacred Valley, for me, is to experience the historical sites—not just quickly listen to their history and leave.
If you want a quick skim tour, this may be suitable. If you want to actually explore the sites, I’d recommend a less rushed itinerary.
Response from Host, Aug 2026
Dear Guest,
Thank you very much for taking the time to share your experience and your comments. We're glad to hear that you enjoyed our guide's explanations and the history of the places you visited.
We're sorry that the time spent at the archaeological sites didn't meet your expectations. The Sacred Valley shared tour is designed to visit several of the main attractions in a single day, so the time at each site is necessarily limited. However, we also offer a Traditional Sacred Valley Tour, which visits only Pisac, Ollantaytambo, and Chinchero, allowing much more time to explore each archaeological site at a relaxed pace.
Regarding the stops at the artisan centers, our intention is to introduce visitors to traditional Andean weaving techniques and other locally made products. Visiting these places is part of the cultural experience, and any purchases are completely optional.
As for the vendors you encountered at the entrances of some archaeological sites, unfortunately they are independent sellers who operate in those public areas and are not associated with our company, so we have no control over their presence.
We truly appreciate your feedback, as it helps us continue improving our services. We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back to Peru and provide an experience that better matches your travel style and expectations.
Jose_G, Jun 2026
We had a wonderful time exploring parts of the Sacred Valley. There were a lot of things to see, and our guide made it happen.
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Thank you! We're so glad you had a wonderful time in the Sacred Valley. It was a pleasure having you with us, and we hope to see you again on your next visit to Peru!
Maria_Z, Jun 2026
Our tour to scared valley was fantastic! We made about 7 stops, it was a long day but all worth it. Out tour guide Leo was amazing very knowledgeable, did a fantastic job explaining in detail. And he was a great human being really showed us amazing hospitality.
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Thank you! It was a pleasure having you with us. We're really happy you enjoyed the tour and that Leo made such a great impression. He'll be thrilled to hear your feedback. We hope to welcome you back to Peru someday!
Frida_M, May 2026
Tour was ok. Lunch was terrible and everything that was supposed to be hot was cold. And music and noise very loud.
Response from Host, May 2026
Dear Frida,
Thank you very much for taking the time to share your feedback with us We truly appreciate your comments and are glad to know that you enjoyed the tour overall.
We are very sorry that the lunch experience was not completely to your liking. We understand how important it is to enjoy a comfortable meal during the tour. During lunchtime, the restaurant usually offers live traditional music as part of the cultural experience, and we apologize if the atmosphere felt too loud for you.
We also appreciate your comments regarding the food, as your feedback helps us continue improving our service and the overall experience for our future guests.
Thank you again for your visit and for your kindness in sharing your experience with us. We hope you enjoyed the beautiful landscapes and memories from Peru
Warm regards,
Victoria_O, May 2026
This tour took you to all the sites it listed, but time at the historically and archaeologically significant sites were sacrificed at the expense of trying to rip tourists off.
At every opportunity, we were taken to a vendor who could play tricks to take tourists money, while only being given 10 minutes to explore each historic site actually advertised as part of the tour.
English was presented on this tour as an after thought, with long complex descriptions and discussions had in Spanish and then a very concise description provided in English.
Response from Host, May 2026
Dear Ms. Victoria,
First of all, we would like to sincerely thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us. We are truly sorry that some aspects of the tour did not fully meet your expectations.
We would like to explain that nowadays, near several archaeological sites such as Chinchero, Moray, Maras Salt Mines, and Pisac, local communities and residents offer their handicrafts and traditional products as part of their culture and daily livelihood.
Our agency does not own or operate any shops or sales stands. During the tour, we only make a brief stop in Chinchero, where local people demonstrate the traditional Andean weaving and spinning process, and another short stop in Pisac, where visitors receive an explanation about local jewelry and handicrafts.
We completely understand your point of view and are very sorry that you felt the time spent at some archaeological sites was too limited. Your comments are very important to us, as they help us continue improving and providing a more balanced and enjoyable experience for all our visitors.
We also sincerely apologize if the English explanations did not meet your expectations. We will certainly take your comments into consideration in order to improve the attention and quality of information provided to our English-speaking passengers.
Thank you again for your visit and for sharing your feedback with us. We truly hope that, despite this inconvenience, you were still able to enjoy the beauty and history of Cusco and the Sacred Valley
Kind regards and best wishes.
Insia_U, Apr 2026
We had an amazing experience on this tour! Andy was a fantastic guide - super fun, engaging, and incredibly informative. He shared so much about Inca history and culture, and we learned a lot throughout the day.
Everything was very well organized, with timely pickup and drop-off, and great communication from start to finish. The sites we visited were absolutely stunning, and each stop felt worthwhile.
One of the highlights was a stop at a baby alpaca shop, where they walk you through the entire process of how the products are made and dyed. It was really interesting, and you also have the option to purchase items if you’d like.
We did the full tour, including the final stop in Pisac, which was beautiful and definitely worth it. Just a heads-up: some people in our group chose to end their tour early at Ollantaytambo to catch their train to Machu Picchu, so that’s an option if you coordinate ahead of time.
Highly recommend this tour!
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re delighted to hear you had such a great experience and that Andy made the tour fun and informative.
We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you again on another adventure in Peru.
Warm regards,
Feifan_Z, Dec 2025
The tour guide is good, we did visit all the spots, but it's too short for some of sites such as Pisac, pretty much didn't get to see much at Pisac. You might need to do that separately. The only major complain I have is that they take you to shopping sites... there were 3 spots we stopped for shopping, which did not mention in the details.
Response from Host, Dec 2025
Dear [Name],
Thank you very much for your feedback. We’re glad to hear you enjoyed the guide and were able to visit all the main sites.
We’re sorry that the time in Pisac felt too short. We understand your concern, and we can help you arrange a separate visit if you wish.
We also apologize for the shopping stops not being mentioned in the program. We will review this with our team to ensure better communication and avoid unnecessary stops.
Thank you again for helping us improve.
Best regards,
jeffrey_s, Sept 2025
It was an enjoyable tour that hit many of the top tourist sights. We learned a lot taking the tour. It was convenient pick up. It takes a very long day to see all the sights. The lunch buffet was nice but not deluxe.
Response from Host, Oct 2025
hi, Jeffrey, Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience!
We’re very happy to know you enjoyed the tour and had the chance to visit many of the main highlights of the Sacred Valley. We also appreciate your feedback about the lunch and the length of the day — your comments help us keep improving and provide even better experiences for our travelers.
We hope to welcome you back soon for another great adventure in Peru
Karolina_P, May 2025
It was a private tour and we were lucky to visit all the places without crowds. It was a nice tour to see all highlights. Would recommend!
Response from Host, May 2025
ThanksThank you, Karolina!
We’re so glad you had a nice time and enjoyed the tour without crowds.
Thanks for your kind words and for recommending us!
Big hugs!
Celia_B, May 2025
No one ever showed up. I had a confirmation and everything. They never notified me nor did they reach out. When I had my hotel concierge speak to the tour company they claimed the reservation was cancelled (it was not) and they had no way to reach me , which can't be true because all of my contact info was entered at the time of booking. If I could give zero stars I would
Response from Host, May 2025
Dear Celia,
We sincerely regret what happened and completely understand your frustration. It was an internal error on our part that should not have occurred, and we take full responsibility for it.
We truly appreciate your feedback, as it helps us improve our processes and prevent this from happening again. We apologize for the inconvenience caused and would like the opportunity to make it up to you in some way.
Please feel free to contact us directly — we’ll be happy to assist you personally.
Sincerely,
Wilfredo
Customer Service
Steven_H, Feb 2025
Whirl wind tour of the Sacred Valley. Jhonnatan, our guide was extremely knowledgeable and shared different perspectives of the ruins we were seeing. He encouraged us to learn more and draw our own conclusions. There were a few stops that included information and then there was an opportunity to shop. Several of these places were very expensive. I recommend leaving a tip for the tour and saving shopping for later. Lunch was a buffet so you got the opportunity to try a variety of Peruvian food. Can’t beat the price for this trip.
Response from Host, Mar 2025
Steven Thank you for your review! We're glad you enjoyed exploring the Sacred Valley with Jhonnatan and appreciated his knowledge. Your tips are very helpful for future travelers. We hope to see you on another adventure soon
Jacob, Jan 2025
Had a great trip to the sacred valley. I had the full day tour and both guides Ande and Lenny were very knowledgeable and friendly and helped to make the day very enjoyable.
Response from Host, Jan 2025
Dear. Jacob, Thank you so much for sharing your experience! We're glad to hear you enjoyed your visit to the Sacred Valley and that Ande and Lenny made your day special with their knowledge and friendliness. 😊 If you decide to explore more destinations in the future, we’d be delighted to accompany you again. See you soon!
Pamela_M, Dec 2024
Full, fun day of learning about Inca history and visiting historical temples. Our guide Andy was fun, knowledgeable and had good command of a large group. He also takes good pictures! As a solo traveler I felt safe and included as he speaks perfect English and Spanish. We stopped by some shops and while some people think that this is a "tourist trap" I enjoyed looking at the local wares. The stop at Chinchero was fun, as I enjoyed watching the local women explain how they make textiles out of alpaca fur. Overall it was a wonderful tour and I highly recommend this company! Thanks Andy for being a professional tour guide!
Response from Host, Dec 2024
¡Muchas gracias, Srta. Pamela, por su maravilloso comentario sobre el tour al Valle Sagrado de los Incas, Nos llena de alegría saber que disfrutó de esta experiencia única y que logramos cumplir con sus expectativas. Su satisfacción es nuestra mayor recompensa, y estaremos encantados de recibirla nuevamente para más aventuras inolvidables. Gracias por confiar en nosotros
Manolis_C, Oct 2024
We had an amazing day trip from Cusco to the Sacred Valley, packed with visits to numerous archaeological sites. Although it was packed with the tour lasting 12 hours, it was absolutely worth it. Our guide, Warner, was great—friendly and informative, providing explanations in both English and Spanish. The Sacred Valley’s beauty and history are a must-see, and this tour is a fantastic way to experience it all. Highly recommended for those ready for a full, enriching day!
Response from Host, Nov 2024
Thank you for your comment! We're glad you enjoyed the Sacred Valley and Warner’s company. We know it was a long day, but totally worth it! We're here for your next adventures.
best regard
Wilfredo
Nicolle_S, Mar 2024
Incredible sights where you will learn so much history and culture. Highly recommend Our tour guide Gustavo and as one of the best guides on our whole trip. Well worth it
Response from Host, Mar 2024
dear, nicolle.Thank you very much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the landscapes and learned a lot about the history and culture during our tour to the Sacred Valley. It was truly a pleasure. All the workers of the company, including Gustavo, are very grateful for your recommendation, and we're glad to have contributed positively to your trip. If you ever come back to the area, we would love to show you more of what it has to offer. Safe travels!
Veri_U, Oct 2025
Very good experience, the guide explained the places we visited, they gave us enough time to take the photos and appreciate the landscape, my children of 11 and 12 years were happy and entertained, my wife and I enjoyed the family day taking our children to know in a safe and didactic way the history of the Sacred Valley of Cusco.
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Response from Host, Oct 2025
Estimado viajero,
¡Muchas gracias por compartir su experiencia con nosotros!
Nos alegra muchísimo saber que usted y su familia disfrutaron del recorrido por el Valle Sagrado, y que tanto los niños como ustedes pasaron un día agradable, aprendiendo y admirando los hermosos paisajes del Cusco.
Nuestro equipo se esfuerza por ofrecer experiencias seguras, educativas y llenas de momentos especiales, así que sus palabras nos motivan a seguir dando lo mejor.
¡Gracias por confiar en nosotros y por permitirnos ser parte de su visita familiar al Cusco!
Los esperamos con los brazos abiertos para una próxima aventura.
Con aprecio,
Pedro y el equipo de Peru Jungle Trips
RODRIGO_E, Jul 2025
Organized and responsible tourism agency. Our guide, Jonathan, very enlightened in his own, cordial and with an effective handling of the group.
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Response from Host, Jul 2025
amigo Rodrigo, Muchas gracias por tu comentario! Nos alegra saber que disfrutaron del tour y que Jonathan los guió con conocimiento y calidez. ¡Siempre serán bienvenidos a vivir nuevas aventuras con nosotros
JeanChristophe_C, Aug 2023
Le guide vous presse énormément pendant les visites (trop peu de temps), par contre il vous emmène dans des pièges à touristes dans lesquels vous avez beaucoup de temps…
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