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VIP Sacred Valley

De 10 a 19 personas Group size
2800 m / 9,186 pies Maximum altitude
Easy Difficulty level

The Sacred Valley VIP Tour is one of the most comprehensive experiences for discovering the main attractions of the Sacred Valley of the Incas in a single day. This tour combines history, culture, Andean landscapes, and iconic archaeological sites such as Chinchero, Moray, the Maras Salt Mines, Ollantaytambo, and Pisac.

During this tour, you will visit impressive Inca agricultural terraces, ancient ceremonial centers, and traditional villages that preserve ancestral customs. You will also enjoy a delicious buffet lunch in Urubamba, considered the heart of the Sacred Valley.

With an approximate duration of 12 to 13 hours, tourist transportation, and a professional guide, the Sacred Valley VIP Tour from Cusco is ideal for travelers who want to explore more places than those included in the traditional tour. The maximum published altitude for this tour is 2,800 m / 9,186 ft, and the difficulty level is easy.

Day 1
Cusco → Chinchero → Moray → Maras Salt Mines → Urubamba → Ollantaytambo → Pisac → Cusco

Important: Admission tickets to the Sacred Valley archaeological sites and the Maras Salt Mines …

VIP Sacred Valley, stop by stop

Chinchero, Moray and the salt pans in the morning, followed by Urubamba, Ollantaytambo and Pisac.

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  1. 1
    CuscoDeparture from the city
  2. 2
    ChincheroWeaving traditions
  3. 3
    MorayCircular terraces
  4. 4
    Maras Salt PansSalt evaporation ponds
  5. 5
    UrubambaBuffet lunch
  6. 6
    OllantaytamboArchaeological site
  7. 7
    Pisac Archaeological SiteInca terraces and enclosures

Reference road to Pisac Archaeological Site

Orientation map. Follow the itinerary sequence and your guide’s directions.

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Itinerary

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VIP Sacred Valley Tour from Cusco

Start time: 06:00 to 06:30 a.m. – Hotel pickup in Cusco.

We begin our adventure through the breathtaking Sacred Valley of the Incas. Our professional guide will explain the regulations for visiting the archaeological sites of the Sacred Valley and provide a cultural introduction before boarding our tourist transportation.

First stop: Chinchero

Discover one of the most traditional villages in the Sacred Valley. Chinchero is famous for its colorful handicraft market, where barter trade, an ancient Inca tradition, is still practiced. We will visit its archaeological complex, which combines Inca and colonial architecture, and learn about the ancestral Andean weaving techniques.

Second stop: Moray

At this fascinating Inca archaeological site, we will explore the impressive agricultural terraces. Each terrace has a different microclimate, which the Incas used to experiment with crops at various altitudes. Moray is considered an ancient pre-Hispanic agricultural laboratory.

Third stop: Maras Salt Mines

Observe more than 3,000 salt ponds that have been exploited since Inca times. Saltwater flows from an underground spring and evaporates under the sun, forming salt crystals. These salt mines are one of the most impressive landmarks of the Sacred Valley and are still managed through a hereditary community system.

Stop in Urubamba

Surrounded by nature and fertile farmlands, Urubamba is the perfect place to enjoy a delicious traditional buffet lunch featuring local products such as the famous giant corn of the Sacred Valley. After lunch, we continue to one of the most important fortresses of the Inca Empire.

Fourth stop: Ollantaytambo

Explore the majestic fortress of Ollantaytambo, strategically located between two mountains. Here, you will discover the Temple of the Sun (Inti), the Baths of the Ñustas, perfectly aligned Inca terraces, and the Cachiccata chullpas. It is also a key departure point for travelers heading to Machu Picchu.

Fifth stop: Pisac

We conclude our visit at the archaeological complex of Pisac, renowned for its extensive Inca agricultural terraces and panoramic views of the valley. It is located on the slopes of Intihuatana Hill, a sacred place symbolizing the connection with the sun.

Arrival time in Cusco: 18:30 to 19:00 hrs – drop-off near the Main Square (Plaza de Armas).

Places to visit

Chinchero
Moray
Maras Salt Mines
Urubamba
Ollantaytambo
Pisac

Day details


06:00 to 06:30 hrsDeparture time

2800 m / 9,186 ftMaximum altitude

Buffet lunchMeals

EasyDifficulty

Note: Passengers with a train to Machu Picchu departing from Ollantaytambo may arrange in advance to finish the tour in this town according to their train schedule.

Inclusions

Included:

  • Hotel pickup (downtown area).
  • Round-trip tourist transportation.
  • Professional guide (English and Spanish).
  • Buffet lunch.

Not Included:

  • Entrance tickets (40 Peruvian soles for nationals and 70 Peruvian soles for foreign visitors).
  • Maras Salt Mines entrance fee (20 Peruvian soles).
  • Services not mentioned.

Before Traveling

  • Bring your ID card or passport.
  • Bring warm clothing.
  • Bring sunglasses and a hat.
  • Carry cash for entrance tickets.
  • It is recommended to read the detailed itinerary before the tour.
  • The service provided is a shared tour, which means you will participate in the tour together with other travelers.
  • Dress warmly for the tour and bring rain gear during the rainy season (December to April).
  • If you have a train departing from Ollantaytambo on the day of the tour at 15:37 or 16:36 hrs, it is possible that you will only visit part of the Ollantaytambo archaeological site.
  • Passengers with a train departing from Ollantaytambo on the day of the tour must remain in the town to board their train at the time indicated on their ticket.

Packing List

Essential

PassportPassport
MedicationsMedications
Extra moneyExtra money
Water bottleWater bottle
SunscreenSunscreen
Insect repellentInsect repellent
Personal hygienePersonal hygiene
Sleeping bagSleeping bag

Clothing

Thermal jacketThermal jacket
Trekking pantsTrekking pants
Rain ponchoRain poncho
Hiking bootsHiking boots
Wool hatWool hat
ShortsShorts
Long sleeve shirtsLong sleeve shirts
Thermal pantsThermal pants
Sun hatSun hat
Rain jacketRain jacket
GlovesGloves
ScarfScarf
Light shoesLight shoes
UV sunglassesUV sunglasses
Hiking socksHiking socks

Equipment

Day backpackDay backpack
Trekking polesTrekking poles
Sleeping bagSleeping bag

Recommended

Snacks / energy barsSnacks / energy bars
Power bankPower bank
FlashlightFlashlight
TowelTowel
SwimsuitSwimsuit
CameraCamera

Frequently Asked Questions

The Sacred Valley of the Incas Tour is one of the easiest tours to do in Cusco. It does not require significant physical effort and is conducted at a moderate altitude. It is highly recommended as one of the first tours upon arrival to help with acclimatization.
The best months to visit are from April to November, as there is more sunshine and it is the dry season in Cusco.Tours in Cusco can be enjoyed throughout the year; however, from November to March it is the rainy season, so visitors are advised to come prepared for changing weather conditions.
Yes, absolutely. The VIP Sacred Valley Tour is one of the easiest tours in Cusco and is recommended for the whole family, including children.
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