1-day Sacred Valley Hike from Cusco
Highlights
Cusco, Ollantaytambo, Písac, Urubamba
Locations Covered
Cusco, Ollantaytambo, Písac, Urubamba
nature, trekking, historical
Group Tour
1 Day
Medium
English
Description
Explore the beautiful natural valley over 60 km (37,2 miles) long and runs from Pisac (close to Cusco) up to Ollantaytambo. It was not only the center of the ancient Inca civilization, but it was also a special place for the Incas due to its fertile land, the appropriate climate and the diverse natural resources.
Itinerary
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Sacred Valley Hike
Pick up at 7:30 am from your hotel.
Travel from Cusco, past Saqsaywaman over the mountains towards the Sacred Valley.
Descend 1500 feet to the valley floor, by the sacred Urubamba River and the village of Pisac.
Visit a traditional market to browse and buy some local souvenirs if desired.
Drive up to the ruins of Pisac.
Explore the extensive ruins whilst enjoying stunning views over the valley.
Get a guided tour of the Citadel of Pisac to see temples, homes, altars, carvings, tunnels, caves and the famous Intihuatana.
Continue towards Urubamba, and stop (45 minutes) for lunch.
Drive for 30 minutes to Ollantaytambo, which is surrounded by sacred mountains.
Get further exposure to Incan constructions, mainly the unique temple of the sun, enormous blocks of rock perfectly carved and polished, stone water fountains, stairs and terraces.
See the beauty of the local people in their traditional dress surrounded by the sacred mountains and Valley of Patacancha and Willoq.
What's Included
What's Excluded
Know Before You Go
Meeting Point
Cancellation Policy
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For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 80% of the tour price.
Price
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