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From Cusco: Chinchero, Moray, Ollantaytambo, and Pisac Tour

1. From Cusco: Chinchero, Moray, Ollantaytambo, and Pisac Tour

Explore Cusco's Sacred Valley and see Incan Ruins, salt mines, local markets, and textile production. Make stops in Moray, Chinchero, Ollantaytambo, and Pisac on this full-day tour by van. Be picked up from your hotel in Cusco in the morning before heading to an archaeological zone and textile center located in Chinchero. See how locals dye alpaca wool with natural plants of the region. Visit the archaeological site in Chinchero and see its terraces before moving on to Moray to learn about the history of the Incas and wonder at their mysterious circular terraces. Head to the nearby village of Maras and learn about its history as a center for salt production at the Maras Salt Mines. Admire the unique quilt work of over 3,000 salt ponds spilling into the Sacred Valley. Travel to Urubamba and enjoy a buffet lunch at a local restaurant. Stop at the ruins of Ollantaytambo and marvel at the remarkable Incan architecture built during the Incan Empire's heyday. See an amazing rock formation that represents the Incan god of Wiracocha. Arrive at the last tour stop, the archaeological park of Pisaq, after which you will visit the nearby town to explore the craft market. Return to Cusco and be dropped off in the town center after the tour is over.

From Cusco: 4-Day Inca Trail Guided Trek to Machu Picchu

2. From Cusco: 4-Day Inca Trail Guided Trek to Machu Picchu

Walk the world-famous Inca Trail on this guided trek over 4 days and 3 nights. Follow an ancient footpath through the Sun Gate and into Machu Picchu, passing magical cloud forests on the way. Enjoy scenic camping, tasty meals and the expertise of local guides and porters. Day 1 Start with pickup from your hotel in Cusco, Urubamba, or Ollantaytambo on the first morning. Enjoy a hearty breakfast and meet your team of guides and porters before an 82km drive to the trail’s starting point. Hike in 2 hour intervals, with regular stops to eat and take a break. The first night’s campsite will be at Ayapata with an elevation of 3300 meters. Relax here with a hot drink, dinner and a well-deserved rest. Day 2 Wake up early for the trek’s longest day which will include the trail’s highest point, Dead Woman’s Pass, at 4215 meters. Stop here to enjoy the spectacular views before you descend into the Pacaymayu Valley in time for lunch. Next, climb to the Inca site of Runcu Raccay where you can admire two huge waterfalls across the valley before another descent to the remote site of Sayacmarca. After a quick tour, take a short walk to the second campsite, where you can watch the sun set over the Vilcabamba mountains before dinner. Day 3 Start early again for the trail’s most beautiful day. Walk along gradual inclines as you approach the Cloud Forest and Salkantay, the second highest peak in the Sacred Valley. Then, begin the climb to the final peak, Phuyupatamarka, where you’ll get your first views over Machu Picchu. From here, it’s a 3-hour walk down a flight of steps to Wiñay Wayna, where you’ll camp in close proximity to Machu Picchu. Share a relaxed final evening with your guides and porters, and get an early night before your final day of exploring. Day 4 Get up at the crack of dawn to catch a stunning sunrise over the ruins of Machu Picchu. Trek down to the Sun Gate and make your way into the Lost City of the Incas, where your private tour of the ruins will begin. After the tour, head down to Augas Calientes by bus. Take a few hours here to explore the city, or optionally to climb Huayna Picchu, before catching the train to Ollantaytambo or Poroy. From here, a driver will transfer you back to your hotel by bus.

From Cusco: Maras, Moray & Machu Picchu 2-Day Trip

3. From Cusco: Maras, Moray & Machu Picchu 2-Day Trip

Explore The Lost City of Machu Picchu, Peru’s preeminent archaeological site and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Immerse yourself in the amazing sites and culture of the Urubamba Valley over 2 days. Benefit from round-trip transportation from your hotel in Cusco, lodging and meals. Day 1: Cusco – Chinchero – Moray - Salineras – Ollantaytambo – Aguas Calientes Start with a hotel pickup in Cusco at 8:00 AM. Be driven to Chinchero. Explore the archeological site and the colonial church. Visit the handicraft market. Next, settle in for a 1-hour drive to the archeological site of Moray. See circular farming terraces of Moray before heading to the town of Maras which is known for its salt mines. Stop at a local restaurant for lunch while enjoying the view of the mountains. After lunch, visit Salineras, where locals have extracted salt since Incan times. Later, drive to Ollantaytambo to explore the town and archeological site. See the Ollantaytambo ruins, a massive Inca fortress with large stone terraces on a hillside. Enjoy dinner at a local restaurant. Then, take the train to Aguas Calientes and spend the night in a 3-star hotel. Day 2: Machu Picchu – Cusco On the final day, start early with breakfast in the hotel. Take the first bus up to Machu Picchu. Upon arrival, join a guided tour through the most important places in Machu Picchu, like temples, palaces, and plazas. After a 3-hour tour, enjoy free time to explore the citadel. Next, take the bus down to Aguas Calientes and have lunch. Finally, hop on the Visatdoem train back to Cusco. Arrive back at your hotel at around 7.30 PM.

From Cusco: Two Day Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu Tour

4. From Cusco: Two Day Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu Tour

Travel through the hills of the Sacred Valley to Písac, a charming traditional town, nestled within green, sloping mountains. Discover how the ancient Inca Empire centered their life around the movements of the sun and natural elements, before meeting some of the civilizations surviving descendants.  Enjoy a delicious traditional lunch, made with fresh, locally sourced ingredients. Learn their methods for weaving and see how thread and dye are made from the natural world around us. Travel to Ollantaytambo and board the train to Aguas Calientes, Peru, where you will spend the night in a 3-Star hotel. Meet your guide at your hotel in the morning and begin the journey up to Machu Picchu, one of the New7Wonders of the World. Explore the ancient site on a 2.5-hour guided tour and experience breathtaking views of your surroundings from one of the highest peaks in the area. Take the chance to make your own way around the archaeological site and lose yourself in the mystery of the ancient ruins. Board the afternoon train back to Cusco and end what can only be described as a once in a lifetime experience.

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What people are saying about Ollantaytambo

Highly recommend this tour for sacred valley. The tour was well organized from the start to finish. Pick-up location, timing, tour plans and drop-off were well communicated. Lunch was good. Our tour guide - Mijael was very knowledgeable, fluent in English and friendly. The roads to moray and maras salt mine wasn't paved and was bumpy. However, the van organized was so comfortable and suspension was good. My husband has a bad back and he had no problems after the whole day tour.

Excellent day trip to the Sacred Valley! I particularly picked this tour because I only had a day and wanted to see as many places as I could. Our guide was amazing and explained Incas' history and culture well to us. Itinerary was well-organized and lunch buffet in Urubamba was delicious with many options! I also met some of the kindest ladies during this tour. Instead of returning to Cusco with the group, we stayed at Ollantaytambo.

Really great. We were received at our hotel as agreed. The guide Romolo took the time to show us the different sites. He was truly exceptional and took the time to answer all of our questions. He spoke very good English. We really recommend this activity you will not be disappointed!

perfect tour for those who in a short time want to see some of the most famous places in the Cusco area.

Great experience. Good pickup, the guide was very knowledgeable