Full-Day Sacred Valley Tour from Cusco Vip
See how Inca history connects with daily life on this full-day Sacred Valley tour from Cusco. Visit Pisac’s hillside ruins, the stone terraces of Ollantaytambo, and Chinchero’s textile traditions, traveling through a landscape of farming communities and mountain valleys before returning to Cusco.
This trip suits travelers who want a guided introduction to the region in a single day. Expect a combination of driving and walking, including uneven paths and stone steps at the archaeological sites. An English-speaking guide, hotel transfers, and buffet lunch in Urubamba are included; the Cusco Tourist Ticket is purchased separately.
What Makes This Day Worth Taking
- Pisac’s hillside terraces.
- Pisac’s artisan market.
- Ollantaytambo’s stonework.
- Chinchero’s weaving traditions.
- The valley between the sites.
- History with context.
Itinerary
Detailed Full Day Itinerary
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Day 1
Full-Day Sacred Valley Tour from Cusco
We’ll pick you up at your hotel in Cusco and drive to the Sacred Valley, stopping at the Taray viewpoint for photos before continuing to Pisac.At Pisac, you’ll visit the Inca ruins with your guide and see the agricultural terraces built into the mountainside.
Afterward, we’ll head down to the artisan market, where you can browse textiles, pottery, and jewelry.The drive continues to Urubamba for your included buffet lunch, with vegan options available.After lunch, we’ll visit Ollantaytambo for a guided tour of the archaeological site.
You’ll climb its stone steps, see the terraces, and learn about the town’s importance during the Inca Empire.From there, we’ll continue to Moray to see its circular terraces, followed by a visit to the Maras Salt Mines. Your guide will explain how salty spring water flows into the ponds, where it evaporates and leaves salt behind.
On the way back, we’ll stop at a textile center in Chinchero to watch a demonstration of traditional weaving and natural dyeing techniques. The tour ends with the drive back to Cusco and drop-off at your hotel in the evening.
Inclusions
Inclusions
Price Includes
- Professional English speaking tour leader
- Pick-up from and drop off in your hotel
- Private Transportation
- Guided tour of archaeological sites
- Buffet lunch in Urubamba (Options for Vegans)
- First aid kit
Price Excludes
- Tourist Ticket
- Any Private Expenses
Packing List
What to Pack
A small daypack is more practical than a large bag for moving between the vehicle and archaeological sites.
Documents and cash
- Your original passport or other accepted identification matching your entrance ticket.
- Your valid Cusco Tourist Ticket, if already purchased.
- Peruvian soles in small denominations for entrance fees and personal purchases.
Clothing and protection
- Comfortable walking shoes with good grip.
- A breathable shirt and comfortable pants.
- A fleece or light warm layer.
- A waterproof jacket or rain poncho.
- A sun hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen.
For the hours between stops
- Drinking water in a reusable bottle.
- A few snacks.
- Personal medication and any items you need during the day.
- A charged phone or camera and a compact power bank.
- Tissues and hand sanitizer.
Price
Choose Your Service
All tour prices below are in US dollars per person.
Small-Group Tour
Join a shared departure with other travelers following the same itinerary.
| Travelers / Category | Price per person |
|---|---|
| 2–3 travelers | US$99 |
| 4 or more travelers | US$90 |
| Children and students | US$89 |
Private Tour
Travel with a guide and vehicle reserved for your party. Discuss any requested changes before booking; a private service still needs to work within travel times and site opening hours.
| Travelers / Category | Price per person |
|---|---|
| 2–3 travelers | US$160 |
| 4 or more travelers | US$140 |
| Children and students | US$130 |
The published departure minimum is two travelers. Confirm child and student eligibility, required documentation, and the applicable rate before payment.
FAQs
FAQs about the Cusco Sacred Valley Tour (full day)
We are sure you want your trip to be the best experience possible and, in order to do that, you need to know every possible detail about it. Don't worry, we are going to answer all your questions and we will make sure this becomes an unforgettable experience for you.
Do I need the Tourist Ticket for my Cusco Sacred Valley Tour?
Yes, the tourist ticket (BT) is neccessary for this tour and it is NOT included in the price of it. There four different types of BT and you can buy it in the Municipality in Cusco City or directly in the archeological site yo go to.
The ones that you can use for the Sacred Valley tour are two. First,there is the General Tourist Ticket, this one costs 130 soles for foreigners and allows you to enter to 16 sites and is valid for 10 days, then there is the Partial Tourist Ticket - circuit 3 , which costs 70 soles to foreigners, allows you to visit 4 sites and is valid only for 2 days.
Where can I buy souvenirs during my Cusco Sacred Valley Tour?
After lunch time, we are going to take you to the local market. During this time you can buy all of the souvenirs you want, the most popular ones are jewelry, sculptures and pottery pieces, and of course alpaca wool products. This art pieces, called souvenirs, show a lot of the Andean culture of Peru, these usually have a lot of color and are handmade by local artisans.
Is a full day enough to explore the Sacred Valley going from Cusco?
Yes, a full day is enought time to visit the most important Sacred Valley main sites, especially if you are already in Cusco. Even though the tour seems to have a lot of place to go, you'll spend only about 4 to 5 hours on the road, since every mentioned place is in the same region. So, considering that a full day tour is probably 10 or more hours long including the stops, the time is enough.
Don't worry about that, that is why this tour starts early in the morning and has a very prepared itinerary, our guides are prepared to take you to know the best sites during this trip. We know you want to see it all, and we want to show you the best, so, we'll make sure your full day is full of unique moments.
What kind of food can I find in Urubamba during the Cusco Sacred Valley Tour full day?
In Urubamba you can find traditional Peruvian food using the most famous Inca food ingredients, such as potatoes, rice, corn or quinoa, plus, you can also find some typical desserts like mazamorra morada or picarones. And don't worry if you don't eat meat, you will also find vegan options.
Urubamba is the most usual place where tourists eat during their Sacred Valley Tour given the lower altitude this town has compared to the other ones in the region, making it more comfortable for digestion.
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