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From Urubamba & Ollantaytambo: Sacred Valley Day tour with Lunch

About this experience

Explore the best and most unique sites in the Sacred Valley on a private tour. Visit the impressive ruins of Ollantaytambo, an ancient Inca fortress, explore the Inca salt pools of Maras, and discover the archaeological site of Moray, an Incan agricultural laboratory, then enjoy your lunch in Maras town.

Visit the ruins of Chinchero and see the traditional weaving techniques of the locals. Unlike standard bus tours, don't waste time stopping at commission-based shops. Explore and experience the real Sacred Valley with a friendly local guide.

Skip the crowds and enjoy a private tour at your own pace. Enjoy a personal experience and go at your own pace. Be able to talk to your guide and ask questions and participate during the tour.

You have the opportunity to be transferred to Cusco or just back to your hotel .

At a glance

  • Duration: 9 hr–10 hr
  • Private experience

What is included

  • Drop off return to Urubamba, Ollantaytambo, or Cusco hotel
  • Professional bilingual guide (Spanish and English)
  • Sit-down lunch at local restaurant in Maras town
  • Private hotel pickup in Urubamba or Ollantaytambo
  • Private transportation with local driver

Not included

  • Sacred Valley Tourist Ticket: Ollantaytambo, Moray and Chinchero
  • Maras Salt Mines admission ticket
  • Optional tips and gratuities for guide and driver

Itinerary and highlights

We start this tour visiting Ollantaytambo – which is a perfect example of Inca architecture, One of the grandest Inca sites in the Sacred Valley, boasting Inca terraces, an otherworldly Temple of the Sun, a Water Temple with ceremonial fountains, and much more.

From here, it will take about 1 hour to get to the next site.

Guided visit to the famous Salt Mines of Maras, where locals have more than 3500 salt pools, since pre-Inca times, have been obtaining Salt by evaporating warm salty water from a local subterranean stream.

from here to next place is 30 minutes

Guided visit to the amazing circular Inca Terraces of Moray, Unique among the Inca sites in the Sacred Valley area, believed to be an elaborate agricultural laboratory.

From this site, it takes about 20 mins driving to the restaurant.

We will have some time to get a deserved lunch in a local restaurant with a good view of mountains (Lunch is included)

Then it will take about 30 mins to get to the next site.

visit a beautiful colonial church and the archaeological site of Chinchero,A small town famous for its spectacular mountain views with its impressive terraces and altars.
Stop at a weaving workshop, where local people who continue to practice Quechua traditions will show you how they obtain natural dyes from plants.

After visiting this site, it will take about 1 hour to arrive to your Hotel. Sacred valley or Cusco just let us know once you make your reservation.

Meeting and pickup information

  • the tour guide will ask for you at your hotel reception if you want pick up from Ollantaytambo train station let us know the time

Languages and tickets

  • English — Guide
  • Spanish — Guide
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • Apu Ausangate Trek

Accessibility and practical details

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • The travel time is included on the total duration of the tour.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Available tour options

  • Pickup included

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