Sacred Valley Connection

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Overview

  • Duration:2 hours 0 minutes
  • Tour Type:Group Tour, Daily Tour
  • Language:Spanish, English
  • Information:Guide
During the tour, you'll marvel at breathtaking landscapes, charming picturesque villages, and the rich history that only the Sacred Valley of the Incas can offer. Your adventure will begin in the heart of the ancient Inca Empire, with must-see visits to Cusco's outstanding archaeological sites. This 2-day tour will provide you with an experience filled with adventure, fun, and rewarding discoveries.

Price
$340 USD per person
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Highlights

  • Explore Pisac market, one of Peru’s best traditional artisan markets, and terraced mountainside ruins with sweeping views.
  • Visit Ollantaytambo Fortress, one of the last Inca strongholds with massive stone terraces and temples.
  • Experience Maras Salt Mines with thousands of geometric salt pools used since pre-Inca times. Visually stunning and still operational.
  • Go to Urubamba, a relaxing central base for lodging, and close to many adventure activities (ATVs, rafting, biking).
  • Other adventures include white-water rafting, mountain biking to Moray/Maras, pottery studios and Andean farm experiences.

Includes/Excludes

  • Pick-up from your hotel.
  • Sacred Valley Tour (tourist transport and professional guide).
  • Buffet lunch in Urubamba.
  • Tourist train Ollantaytambo – Machu Picchu – Ollantaytambo.
  • Hotel in Aguas Calientes.
  • Breakfast at the hotel. ✓
  • Uphill transport.
  • Entrance to Machu Picchu.
  • Professional tour guide.
  • Transport from Ollantaytambo to Cusco.
  • Not recommended diet.
  • Extras.
  • Tourist Ticket for the Sacred Valley or BTP.

Things To Pack?

  • Original passport or identity document.
  • Comfortable clothes.
  • Comfortable shoes or hiking boots.
  • Waterproof clothing if your visit is between November and April.
  • Hat.
  • Warm clothing.
  • Camera.
  • Sunscreen.
  • Sunglasses.
  • Mosquito repellent.

Cancellation Policy

If you change your mind, you can change/cancel your order within 24 hours with or without giving a reason. The cancellation period will expire after 24 hours from the time of booking. Rescheduling to a different time/date depends on slot availability. To exercise the right to cancel, you must inform our customer service representatives at support@quechuaroadtrips.com.

Itinerary

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DAY 1 — Arrival & Cusco Acclimatization

Morning
• Arrive in Cusco (11,000 ft).
• Light walking tour: Plaza de Armas → Qorikancha Temple.
• Coca tea & slow pace to acclimatize.

Afternoon
• Visit Sacsayhuamán, Q’enqo, Puka Pukara & Tambomachay.
• Optional: San Blas artisan district.

Evening
• Dinner with light Peruvian dishes (avoid heavy food on day 1).

DAY 2 — Pisac & Pisac Market

Morning
• Scenic transfer to the Sacred Valley.
• Explore Pisac Archaeological Site (terraces, temples, sweeping views).

Afternoon
• Wander the Pisac Market for textiles, silver jewelry, ceramics.
• Optional Andean buffet lunch in Urubamba.

Evening
• Arrive in Ollantaytambo; stay overnight.
• Sunset walk through Inca streets & water channels.

DAY 3 — Moray, Maras & Ollantaytambo Fortress

Morning
• Drive to Moray (Inca agricultural laboratory).
• Continue to the Maras Salt Mines.

Afternoon
• Return to Ollantaytambo; explore the Ollantaytambo Fortress.
• Train to Aguas Calientes (Machu Picchu Town).

Evening
• Rest early for next day’s early entrance.

DAY 4 — Machu Picchu

Early Morning
• Bus up to Machu Picchu for sunrise.
• 2–3 hr guided tour.

Optional Hikes
• Huayna Picchu (steep, 2 hrs)
• Machu Picchu Mountain (longer, 3–4 hrs)

Afternoon
• Lunch in Aguas Calientes.
• Return train to Ollantaytambo or Cusco.

DAY 5 — Chinchero & Return to Cusco

Morning
• Visit Chinchero weaving community for a textile demonstration.
• Explore the colonial church & Inca terraces.

Afternoon
• Scenic drive back to Cusco.
• Free time for museums, chocolate workshop, or café time.

Evening
• Farewell dinner with Peruvian fusion cuisine.

Optional Add-Ons
• Adventure: ATV tour to Maras/Moray, rafting in Ollantaytambo, ziplining in Sacred Valley.
• Culture: Potato Park visit, Andean ceremony with a local shaman (Pachamama offering).
• Luxury: Spa day in Urubamba; gourmet lunch at MIL Moray.

Extra Services

Airport Transfers

Airport Transfers

Pick and drop service to, and from the airport on your arrival, and departure.

S/30.00/person
Childcare Services

Childcare Services

Expert care and supervision of your loved ones during your travel.

S/65.00/person
Photography Services

Photography Services

Professional photography to shoot, and capture your great adventure.

S/30.00/package
Souvenir Package

Souvenir Package

Souvenir items bundled together as a token of remembrance of your visit.

S/30.00/package

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