CUSCO: SACRED VALLEY VIP: CHINCHERO, MORAY ,SALINERA ,OLLANTAYTAMBO AND PISAQ
ID: GYG851761-1359494
Category:
Country: Peru
Duration:
12:00 hours
Description
"Experience the essence of the Sacred Valley. From the breathtaking landscapes to the mysteries of its archaeological ruins, this destination invites you to explore, learn and marvel with every step you take."
Pick up from your hotel from 6:30 to 7:00 a.m., once the whole group is complete, we will depart to the north. Our first visit will be to Chinchero, a picturesque village, where we can see agricultural terraces, the remains of the royal hacienda of Tupac Inca Yupanqui, the beautiful colonial temple built on the foundations of an Inca building and observe the whole process of wool from washing and spinning to become beautiful textiles. Continuing with our tour we will arrive at Moray, where we will observe several natural pits that were terraces for agricultural experimentation. Then we will continue to the salt mines of Maras, in this place we will observe the natural process of salt extraction that dates from the time of the Incas. Then we go to the Ollantaytambo Fortress, built to guard the entry to this part of the valley and protect it from possible invasions of the inhabitants of the jungle, at the end and back in the bus we go to the town of Urubamba, where we will have our buffet lunch, after lunch we will go to the town of Pisac where we will visit the archaeological complex of Pisac, built in the period of the Inka Pachacuteq. Its location is strategic, as it is located on top of a mountain, which allows you to have a view of the entire valley that went to Antisuyo. At the end of the tour we will return to the city of Cusco, arriving in Cusco at 7:00 p.m. approximately.
Highlights
- "Discover the harmony between culture and landscape."
- Tour a local market and visit an alpaca wool workshop.
- "Connect with nature and history at every corner."
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
This tour starts the day with pick up at your hotel from 6:30 to 7:00 a.m. or meet at Cusco's Plaza del Regocijo and travel to Chinchero. Explore the ruins of Chinchero and the local market. Attend traditional weaving demonstrations.
Next, visit the Inca agricultural terraces of Moray. Learn about the importance of the site and historical agricultural experiments. Continue to the unique Maras salt mines and enjoy panoramic views of the surrounding Andean landscape.
Stop for lunch at a restaurant in Urubamba. After lunch, explore the archaeological site of Ollantaytambo. Visit the Temple of the Sun and the Inca fortress.
Next, visit the archaeological site of Pisac and explore its terraced slopes and ruins. Finally, return to Cuzco, enjoying the panoramic views along the way and finish around 18:30 or 19:00.
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When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
