Departure times
- Morning departure: 8:00 AM
Essentials at a glance
- Duration
- 12 h
- Type
- Private
- Departures
- 08:00
- Pickup
- Hotels in Cusco’s historic center
- Languages
- English & Spanish
- Cancellation
- Free up to 24 hours before
The experience
Why you’ll love this
The most complete way to see the Sacred Valley. With your private guide, visit the weavers of Chinchero, the circular terraces of Moray and the salt pools of Maras, enjoy a buffet lunch in Urubamba, then explore the temples and terraces of Pisac and end in Ollantaytambo, a living Inca town.
Tip: book at least 24 hours in advance and plan this tour after your first day in Cusco.
- Visit Chinchero, Moray and Maras
- Explore the terraces of Pisac
- End in the Inca town of Ollantaytambo
- Buffet lunch in Urubamba
Step by step
Your route
Private hotel pickup
Your private guide and driver pick you up at your hotel at 8:00 AM in a comfortable, modern vehicle.
Chinchero
An Andean village and Inca agricultural center, known for its traditional weaving.
Moray
Circular Inca terraces used to study microclimates and improve crops across the empire.
Maras Salt Mines
Thousands of natural salt pools cascading down the mountainside, harvested by local communities.
Lunch in Urubamba
A buffet lunch in the heart of the Sacred Valley, with views of the Andes.
Pisac
Ceremonial temples, agricultural terraces and panoramic views over the valley.
Ollantaytambo
A living Inca town whose streets, terraces and temples show remarkable Inca planning.
Hotel drop-off
We drive you back to your hotel in Cusco.
Everything taken care of
What’s included
- Private transport
- Private bilingual guide
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Maras Salt Mines entrance
- Buffet lunch in the Sacred Valley
Not included
- Cusco Tourist Ticket (BTI or BTP)
- Tips
- Personal expenses
Good to know before you go
Plan your day with confidence
Pickup and return
- Hotels in Cusco’s historic center
- Be in your lobby 5–10 minutes early.
- Urubamba or Ollantaytambo? Ask us for a quote.
What to bring
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Sunglasses and sunscreen
- A charged phone or camera
- Cash in soles for the Tourist Ticket: S/70 for the Circuit III partial ticket, or S/130 for the full ticket.
Important information
- Cusco sits at 3,400 m. Acclimatize for a day first.
- The order of visits may vary with traffic.
- 50% surcharge on Peruvian national holidays.
- Dietary or mobility needs? Tell us in advance.
- Card declined? Ask your bank to enable international online purchases. If it still fails, write to us and we will give you another payment method.
Clear before you confirm
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the tour. This is a private experience for your group only. You’ll receive your confirmation email within 15 minutes.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Cusco Tourist Ticket included?
No. You'll need it for Chinchero, Moray, Pisac and Ollantaytambo. The Circuit III partial ticket costs S/70 and covers all four; the full ticket costs S/130 and is valid for ten days. You buy it in cash and in soles at the first gate. The Maras Salt Mines entrance is included in your tour.
How is this different from the classic Sacred Valley tour?
It is a longer day, about 12 hours instead of 10, and adds stops the classic route leaves out for lack of time. Lunch is a buffet in the valley rather than a set menu. If this is your only day in the Sacred Valley, this version lets you see it unhurried; if your time in Cusco is short, the classic does the job.
Why do the Sacred Valley before Cusco city?
Altitude. The valley sits some six hundred metres below Cusco, so spending your first full day there helps you acclimatise better than staying in the city. Many travellers find this out too late and lose their first day in Cusco to a headache.
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