Sacred Valley Tour 1 day experience in Cusco - All Inclusive Service

Andenes agrícolas de Pisac
Calles del pueblo de Chinchero
Palacio inca en Chinchero
Mercado artesanal de Pisac
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Live the experience of traveling through the Sacred Valley: The Sacred Valley of the Incas is an immense area full of fertile land where the Incas built temples and citadels such as the archaeological sites of Pisac, Chinchero and Ollantaytambo. The 'Full Day' service includes admission to all these sites as well as full transportation, tour guide service and a buffet lunch in Urubamba. (See full itinerary with maps).


All you need to know the Sacred Valley in Cusco:

  • Tour time: 12 hours.
  • Guide service in Spanish or English.
  • Pick up from the visitor from the door of your hotel.
  • Shuttle service throughout the tour
  • Entrance to all tourist attractions!
  • Buffet lunch at prestigious Tunupa restaurant.
  • Fast payment by credit or debit card.
  • Shared or private tours.
  • Immediate confirmation.

Advantages of the Sacred Valley of the Incas Full Day tour

  • Everything is included (you don't need extra payments).

  • Buffet lunch at Tunupa restaurant (one of the best in Cusco)

Do I need to acclimatize to visit the Sacred Valley?

To visit the Sacred Valley of the Incas it is not necessary to acclimatize. Although there are some destinations that have high altitude, you can make the tour without any problem. However, if you feel any discomfort such as headache, dizziness or similar, you should inform the guide on duty. On the other hand, during the tours, it is recommended to do it without rushing or being overdemanding. There should not be any problems while doing this route, since there are many tourists who do the tour precisely to acclimatize to the altitude of Cusco. Remember that it is a tour of contemplation and exploration.



Why choose the Tour all-included Sacred Valley ?

The 1-day tour to the Sacred Valley of the Incas includes a visit to historical places such as the archaeological site of Pisac, the archaeological site of Ollantaytambo and the archaeological site of Chinchero. It offers transportation, tickets, guides and buffet service in one of the best restaurants in Cusco. Take advantage of!

Get to know the Sacred Valley of the Incas with the best services and don't worry about details such as transportation, booking tickets and even looking for information. Our guides are highly qualified to make a tour of the different archaeological sites and give all the proper information of the enclosures, both the history and construction process.

Also, have one of the best lunches already included in the services. We take care of everything you need so the buffet lunch option is one of the best options to taste and try the famous Peruvian cuisine. Have everything ready to visit the Sacred Valley in Cusco with us.


Everything you need to know about the 1- Day Sacred Valley Tour!

What the tour includes

The tour to the Sacred Valley of the Incas includes: pick up from the hotel, full transportation, entrance to all sites, professional tour guide andbuffet lunch at the famous Tunupa restaurant in Urubamba. Know more details!

prices and discounts

The tour offers promotional prices for foreign and Peruvian tourists. The rates are according to the tourist market of Cusco. Tickets to all tourist attractions are already included . You will no longer have to pay any additional costs!

The tour itinerary

The tour begins with the pick up of the tourist in Cusco. Then you travel to the archaeological site of Pisac. At noon it is time for lunch at the Tunupa restaurant in Urubamba. Then the Inca site of Ollantaytambo is visited and, finally, the Inca site of Chinchero.

Summary of the Sacred Valley of the Incas Full Day Tour

The Sacred Valley of the Incas Full Day tour is recommended for its good organization and the services included: pick up from the hotel, complete transportation, entrance fees, professional guide and buffet lunch in one of the best restaurants in Cusco. Know every detail of the tour!

Sacred Valley of the Incas Full Day Tour
Tour start time7 a.m. – 7.30 a.m. (pick up from the tourist's hotel).
End time of the tour6 p.m. – 6.30 p.m. (Transfer to the tourist's hotel or to a central square in the city of Cusco).
Number of tourists on the tour15 tourists maximum (usually between 8 to 12 visitors).
Tourist transportComfortable, spacious and safe tourist minivan.
Tour guideProfessional group service in Spanish or English.
Visit to PisacIncluding archaeological site and craft market of Pisac.
Visit to OllantaytamboIncluding archaeological site and textile center.
Visit to ChincheroIncluding archaeological site.
Buffet lunchIncluded in the Tunupa buffet restaurant in Urubamba, in the Sacred Valley of the Incas.
AdvantagesAll-included service (entry, transportation, guide and buffet).
Change of tour dateYes, up to 3 days before (penalty of 10% of the value of the tour).
Tour cancellationYes, up to 3 days before the tour (penalty of 25% of the value of the tour).
Communication24/7 with our assistants (+51) 982 108 083.
Tour priceForeigner 65 USD / Peruvian 54 USD.

What Will You See In The Sacred Valley?

The Sacred Valley of the Incas offers a great variety of tourist attractions such as the archaeological sites of Pisac, Ollantaytambo and Chinchero. In addition, you will visit the town of Urubamba (buffet lunch), the handicraft market of Pisac and one of the famous textile centers of Chinchero.

Sitio arqueologico de Pisac

Pisac

This archaeological center is known as the 'Mirador del Valle Sagrado'. It is located at the top of the town of the same name where you will also visit its craft market.

Sitio arqueologico de Ollantaytambo

Ollantaytambo

In the fortress of Ollantaytambo survive temples, enclosures and various Inca constructions with great similarity to Machu Picchu. It stands out for its 'Temple of the Sun'.

Sitio arqueologico de Chinchero

Chinchero

The archaeological site of Chinchero was the palace of the Inca Tupac Yupanqui. Its walls have terraces, temples and impressive landscapes. There you will also visit a textile center.

DetailsPisacOllantaytamboChinchero
LocationProvince of Calca.Province of Urubamba.Province of Urubamba.
Distance from Cusco30 kilometers by road.70 kilometers by road.30 kilometers by road.
AltitudeThe district of Pisac at 2950 m. The archaeological site of Pisac at 3,300 m.The archaeological site and the district are very close and 2,792 meters away.The district and the archaeological site located above 3762 meters.
HistoryBuilt by the Inca Pachacútec.Built by the Inca Pachacútec.Built by the Inca Túpac Yupanqui.
Main attractionsThe Intihuatana, the main temples, handicraft market and other ruins.Agricultural terraces or Andenes, the Temple of the Sun, other temples and constructions.Terraces or Inca terraces, Temple or Palace of the Inca Tupac Yupanqui and the colonial church.

What are the differences with the Sacred Valley VIP Tour?

The Sacred Valley of the Incas tour can also be done with a special service that adds the visit to the famous salt mines of Maras and the circular terraces of Moray. What else is different from the classic Sacred Valley tour? Learn about the differences and similarities of both tours.

DIFFERENCE BETWEEN VALLE SAGRADO AND VALLE SAGRADO VIP TOURS
Sacred Valley TourSacred Valley VIP Tour
Duration7 am - 7.30 am (pick up from tourist's hotel).
6 pm - 6.30 pm (end in the center of Cusco).
7 am - 7.30 am (pick up from tourist's hotel).
6 pm - 6.30 pm (end in the center of Cusco).
Tourist attractionsPisac, Ollantaytambo and ChincheroMaras, Moray, Pisac, Ollantaytambo and Chinchero
TicketsAll tickets includedAll tickets included
Number of tourists on the tour15 tourists maximum (usually between 8 to 12 visitors).15 tourists maximum (usually between 8 to 12 visitors).
Tourist transportationComfortable, spacious and safe tourist minivan.Comfortable, spacious and safe tourist minivan.
Tour guideProfessional group service in Spanish or English.Professional group service in Spanish or English.
Visit to PisacIncluding archaeological site for approximately 1 hour.Including archaeological site for approximately 40 minutes.
Visit to OllantaytamboIncluding archaeological site for approximately 1 hour.Including archaeological site for approximately 40 minutes.
Visit to ChincheroIncluding archaeological site for approximately 1 hour.Including archaeological site for approximately 40 minutes.
Visit to MorayNot included in the tourIncluding archaeological site for approximately 40 minutes.
Visit to MarasNot included in the tourIncluding archaeological site for approximately 40 minutes.
Buffet lunchIncluded in Tunupa buffet restaurant in Urubamba, in the Sacred Valley of the Incas.Included in Tunupa buffet restaurant in Urubamba, in the Sacred Valley of the Incas.
AdvantagesAll-inclusive service (entrance fee, transportation, guide and buffet).Add to this the visit to Maras and Moray
DisadvantagesIt does not offer the visit to Maras and Moray.As more tourist attractions are included, the time to visit each one is shorter.
Tour priceForeign 65 USD / Peruvian 54 USDForeign 70 USD / Peruvian 60 USD
DetailsSalt mines of MarasCircular Andes of Moray
LocationProvince of Urubamba.Province of Urubamba.
Distance from Cusco32 road kilometers.50 kilometers on paved roads and trails.
AltitudeIt is located at 3 800 meters.It is located at 3 500 meters
HistoryBuilt by the Wari culture or civilization, also used by the Incas and still used today.Built by the Inca Pachacutec, according to some hypothesis.
Main attractionsThe wells or evaporation pools. You can appreciate the process of obtaining salt. Being this an ancestral technique.Agricultural terraces or circular terraces like amphitheaters. You can find 3 of these constructions and also water channels.

Touring the Sacred Valley during the dry season

  • For many the best season to visit the Sacred Valley of the Incas.
  • The dry season in the Sacred Valley begins in April and lasts until the end of October.
  • It allows to appreciate the clear skies and also to appreciate the beautiful landscapes of the Sacred Valley.
  • The season allows a safe and unobstructed tour, but it is recommended to wear a hat or cap.
  • It is ideal for taking pictures of both the landscape and the archaeological sites you visit.
  • To get the best pictures, it is recommended to make the visit in the first months of the dry season. This allows you to appreciate the green landscapes of the valley.
  • As for the presence of birds and other animals, it is possible to appreciate them with a lot of luck.
  • During the dry season, it is not possible to appreciate the flora of the place. In addition, the corn fields are waiting for the rains to start.
  • You can do this tour without the need of acclimatization, it does not require great physical efforts.
  • During the month of June, specifically the 24th, you can visit Cusco and learn more about Inti Raymi.
  • Remember to schedule in advance the tour and the additional services you will need for your stay.

What is it like touring the Sacred Valley during the rainy season?

  • The rainy season in the Sacred Valley begins in November and can last until April.
  • It is possible to do the tours even during the rainy season.
  • The rains usually start in the early morning and stop during the day to rain again in the afternoon or near the night.
  • In the presence of rain, it is recommended to carry a waterproof poncho.
  • If possible you can wear hiking shoes and a raincoat.
  • Something that makes the visit spectacular during the rainy season is that you can appreciate the green landscape with plenty of overgrown flora.
  • The rains make all the crops and other flora in the area grow, leaving beautiful views of nature.
  • There will be sunny days, but usually cloudy days can be found.
  • On the other hand, the rains bring beautiful rainbows.
  • Thus, there will be fewer tourists making the tour.
  • It will be important that all visitors have a waterproof poncho at hand.
  • It is also important to walk carefully, as it is possible to find slippery stones and small puddles, both products of the rains.
  • It is possible to find some birds near the trees and bushes.
  • Always use sunscreen and preferably dress in layers.
  • Carry only a small backpack with the necessary items, such as documents, medicines if needed and some snacks and drinks.

Prices starting in 2024

Know the prices of the Sacred Valley of the Incas 1 day tour in both shared and private service. The itinerary of both services are the same. The shared tour is designed for visitors from different backgrounds. The private tour, for a family, group of friends, couple and more.

Sacred Valley Full Day Tour - SHARED SERVICEPrice Per Person
ForeignNational
Shared service price65 dollars54 dollars
PRICES OF THE TOUR TO THE SACRED VALLEY IN PRIVATE SERVICE
Number of passengers2345678 and up
Price150 USD120 USD100 USD90 USD80 USD75 USD70 USD

*The prices are per person, the private service is carried out from 2 visitors to more and must be requested by email to info@machupicchuterra.com.


This Is The Itinerary

The trip to the Sacred Valley begins at the door of your hotel. Then the trip to the archaeological site of Pisac is undertaken. Before leaving for Urubamba to enjoy a buffet lunch, you will visit the artisan market. The next stop is in Ollantaytambo. Visitors will tour the fortress of the place and then go to Chinchero. There you will visit the palace of Túpac Yupanqui and a traditional textile center before returning to the city of Cusco.

1 Cusco - Pisac - Urubamba

  • The tour begins between 7 am and 7.30 am with the pick up of the tourist from the door of his hotel in the city of Cusco (for hotels in the city center). If your hotel is not in the center, a pick-up point near the city center is coordinated.
  • Then a trip is made in tourist transport from Cusco to the archaeological site of Pisac, passing through the Taray viewpoint (where landscape photos of the Sacred Valley of the Incas are obtained). Of course we will have time to get the best photographs of the mountains and fields that surround the valley.
  • In Pisac, you will visit the main temples and buildings of this enormous Inca city with a professional guide. Pisac stands out for its stone enclosures, high platforms and even for its Inca cemetery.

2 Urubamba - Ollantaytambo - Chinchero

  • From Pisac you travel to the beautiful town of Urubamba. Before we will enjoy a visit to a craft center in Pisac. After a 1-hour drive to Urubamba, we will enjoy a delicious buffet lunch.
  • The buffet lunch is at the Tunupa restaurant, one of the best in Cusco. It includes soups, salads, rice dishes, pastas, stews, meats, desserts, hot drinks, breads and much more. Of course, it also offers the best of Peruvian gastronomy.
  • After the buffet lunch, we will travel to the archaeological site of Ollantaytambo to see its temples and monuments (as incredible as those of Machu Picchu). Finally it is time to return to the city of Cusco passing through the famous town of Chinchero.

3 Return to Cusco

  • In the town of Chinchero we will visit the Inca archaeological site (former palace of Emperor Tupac Yupanqui), where the famous colonial church lies today. After a journey of approximately 40 minutes, we will board the tourist transport to make a short trip to one of the many textile centers that exist in the town.
  • In the textile center we will learn about the ancestral way in which the inhabitants of Chinchero make their clothing made of alpaca. We will also have time to shop or take photos with the locals.
  • Finally we will travel for 40 minutes back to the city of Cusco. The tour ends between 6 pm and 6.30 pm in a central square (near the main hotels and restaurants) or at the door of the visitor's hotel.

Extra: Sacred Valley VIP Service

  • The Sacred Valley VIP service has more attractions than those mentioned above. That is, we will be able to visit Chinchero, the salt mines of Maras, the circular terraces of Moray, Ollantaytambo and Pisac.
  • Like the Sacred Valley service, this will begin with hotel pick up and immediately with the trip to Chinchero.
  • After the corresponding visit to the archaeological site and the market, it is time to get to the salt mines of Maras and then visit the circular terraces of Moray.
  • The tour has a break in Urubamba where we have lunch at the Tunupa restaurant and continue with the visit to Ollantaytambo.
  • After the visit of Ollantaytambo, you will finally visit the archaeological site of Pisac.

Sacred Valley In Private Service

The private service is designed for tourists traveling in a group (family or friends). Allows you to visit the Sacred Valley from 2 tourists to more. Being a smaller group, the tour guide service is more personal. In addition, the times are flexible. Includes pick up and return to the tourist hotel.

Transporte privado Cusco

Pick up and return at the hotel door

The visitor begins the tour with the pick up from the door of his hotel. On the return, the tour ends in the same place.

Valle sagrado turista

Flexible time in each place

The tour to the Sacred Valley in private service is more dynamic. Thus, there is more free time for tourists to better enjoy their visit.

Guia Valle Sagrado

More personalized attention

The tour guide is intended for the private group only. So the tour is personal. The group can be from 2 to 8 tourists maximum.

How to purchase the private service through the Sacred Valley of the Incas?

The private service to the Sacred Valley of the Incas is optional. To request it you must send an email to info@machupicchuterra.com. Next, know more details of the Private Service to the Sacred Valley of the Incas that we offer you for an excellent route through the best attractions of the Incas.

  • Pick up from your hotel - This service is coordinated one night before the tour starts. You may be asked for the address or name of your hotel to coordinate a better and efficient service.
  • Comfort in the trip - You will have only for you and your group, family or friends the tourist vehicle or minivan. Thus having more comfort and enjoyment of the trip in communion.
  • More time at the attractions - You will be able to request more time for photographs and also to take the tour with the appropriate breaks.
  • Personalized guiding - Our guides will not only accompany you to the archaeological sites, but also during the trip giving you more information than the established guides.
  • Return to Cusco - The return to Cusco will be coordinated in the same way. You can request to be dropped off in a central plaza or at the same hotel where you were picked up.
  • Other services - It is important to point out that you will also have the entrance tickets and even the buffet lunch at the Tunupa restaurant.

What Includes?

The All Included Service offers a comfortable and well organized trip. The visitor only needs to enjoy the trip to the Sacred Valley. Includes: transportation, lunch, tour guide and entrance to all sites, no need to queue!

Full roundtrip transportation

The transportation service lasts the entire tour of the Sacred Valley of the Incas. The service is safe, clean and comfortable. It offers seats for 15 tourists maximum.

Entrance to all archaeological sites

The tour includes the 'Cusco Tourist Ticket', which offers admission to the archaeological sites of Pisac, Ollantaytambo and Chinchero. Tourists will not have to wait in line to get their tickets.

Tour guide and buffet lunch

The tour guide will accompany you throughout the tour. The service is in English and Spanish. In addition, in Urubamba you will stop for a buffet lunch at the famous Tunupa restaurant.

What to bring on my trip to the Sacred Valley of the Incas in Cusco?

  • It is recommended to carry only what is necessary.
  • As for the cold, a jacket or zipper will be necessary to avoid freezing winds or frigid environment.
  • In any of the seasons, it is recommended to carry a waterproof rain poncho.
  • It is also important to use sunscreen. Especially during the dry season.
  • It is also recommended to wear a hat or cap. All activities take place in the open air.
  • One option is to have a small backpack to carry valuable documents, drinks and some snacks.
  • It is recommended that upon arrival in Cusco you drink coca tea and also hydrate yourself adequately.

What Are The Benefits?

The trip to the Sacred Valley of the Incas with the All Included Service offers constant assistance before and during the tour. The Tourist Ticket of Cusco (tickets) is included so the visitor avoids queuing. The trip is organized in detail by an authorized and experienced tourism agency.

Authorized agency and constant communication

We are an authorized agency with code AUT00115. You can contact us at 084-207946 or info@boletomachupicchu.com. We will attend you as soon as possible!

Tour cancellation option

You can cancel a purchased tour if you do it in advance. You can also change the date of the service. Both procedures can be requested at info@boletomachupicchu.com.

Maximum organization and safety

The All Inclusive Service is organized by experts in the tourism sector. You can travel with total security and organization.

Where is the Sacred Valley of the Incas?

The Sacred Valley of the Incas comprises an immense area of fertile land. Among the main towns included in its territory are: Pisac, Chinchero, Urubamba and Ollantaytambo. Only 30 kilometers from Cusco you can visit the Sacred Valley.

FREQUENT QUESTIONS

Still have doubts? Check out the frequently asked questions by visitors who choose the tour. If you still have any questions, you can contact us at info@boletomachupicchu.com.

  • 1) Are the hours fixed?

    The schedules are flexible to the taste of the visitor. If the tourist likes, he can spend more or less time in the different tourist attractions. The coordination is directly with the tour guide.

  • 2) How to pay for the All Inclusive Service?

    To purchase the tour you must complete the required information in our 'reservation form'. Then you must make the payment by credit or debit card Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Diners Club or PayPal.

  • 3) How many maximum people are there on a shared and private service tour?

    The shared service tour allows a maximum of 15 tourists per group. In private service, the group can be organized from 1 tourist to 8 people or more (groups of families, couples, friends, etc.).

  • 4) How to cancel the tour?

    You can request the cancellation of the tour by sending an email to info@boletomachupicchu.com. You must do the process 3 days in advance at the latest. The procedure includes a penalty of 25% of the cost of the tour.

  • 5) How to change the tour date?

    You can request the change of tour date (as well as other modifications) by sending an email to info@boletomachupicchu.com. The deadline is a maximum of 3 days in advance. The procedure also includes a penalty of 10% of the value of the tour.

  • 6) Where does the 1-day Sacred Valley tour start and end?

    The 1-day tour to the Sacred Valley begins with the tourist's pick-up from the door of their hotel. The tour ends with the return to the main Cusco or to the visitor's hotel.

  • 7) How to book a tour guide in another language?

    The tour includes a tour guide service in English or Spanish. If you would like a guide in another language, please send an e-mail (to info@boletomachupicchu.com) requesting a private guide in the language of your choice.

  • 8) Is admission to archaeological sites free of charge?

    No. The tour includes the entrance to Pisac, Ollantaytambo and Chinchero through the Cusco Tourist Ticket (included in the tour).

  • 9) Are minors and older adults allowed to enter?

    Yes. The tour offers full security for all people: children, adults and seniors.

  • 10) Is lunch buffet service?

    Yes, lunch is served at the famous Tunupa restaurant. It offers a buffet service with a variety of appetizers, main courses, salads, breads, meats and more.