overview
Experience the Valley of Urubamba River, known as the Sacred Valley of the Incas. We will begin our journey through the Sacred Valley of the Incas in Pisac. There are many old Inca sites to explore including agricultural terraces built into the hillside still used for farming by the local people, isolated weaving villages and a colorful local market and explore magnificent Machu Picchu.
HIGHLIGHTS:
- Personalize service from beginning to end
- Gain an intimate understanding of our ancestral weaving and farming techniques during our tour through the Sacred Valley
- Enjoy a private tour of Machu Picchu
- Travel with the private local tour guide
Itinerary
Day 1. Fly To Cusco – Sacred Valley Acclimatization
Welcome to beautiful Perú! At the airport, look for your Juve Travel Peru Guide holding a sign with your name on it. From the airport in Cusco, we will drive in our private transportation to the Sacred Valley for some unique Peruvian experiences. This day will help your acclimatization to the higher altitude. The journey from Cusco follows a beautiful mountain with views of the stunning valley below, formed by the Urubamba River. After we descend into the Valley, our first stop will be at the Pisac market where we will see colorful Peruvian handicrafts. Then we will go to the Pisac archeological site for a walking tour of the Inca site. From there we will continue through the Sacred Valley for lunch and on to the hotel to relax and spend the night.
Overnight and breakfast: Casa Andina Premium Sacred Valley
Day 2. Sacred Valley To Aguas Calientes
This morning we go to Chinchero, a place sacred to the Incas because it is the mythical birthplace of the rainbow. Inhabitants live amongst almost untouched Inca constructions in the same way that our ancestors lived. In this weaving village, local people have preserved a living heritage expressed in the handcrafted textiles. Artisans from Chinchero are happy to show you their ancient technique of how the wool of alpaca and sheep is prepared, washed, spun, dyed and woven into their works of art. Then we will go to Moray, an important Inca site whose multi-terraced architecture made it an advanced bio-agricultural laboratory in its time. Enjoy the natural beauty while you marvel at the mysterious circular terraces which some historians believe created mini-microclimates used to grow different crops. After exploring Moray, we will go to the incredible salt ponds of Maras. Originally mined by the Incas, these ancient and colorful pools are now individually owned and tended by local people. Enjoy lunch in Urubamba before continuing to Ollantaytambo, one of the few remaining Inca cities in the Sacred Valley that has retained its original Inca urban planning. We will climb up the terraces toward the Temple of the Sun where we can enjoy views of the valley and see the quarries which provided the stones for Ollantaytambo. In the late afternoon, we will board the train for a beautiful trip to Aguas Calientes. We will take you to the Casa Andina Hotel where you will spend the night after supper.
Overnight and breakfast: Casa Andina Superior Machu Picchu
Day 3. Machu Picchu To Cusco
After an early breakfast at the hotel, we will take the bus to Machu Picchu for the complete guided tour of the magical city. Where we will explain the significance of the stone structures, temples and the most important places. Later, we will take the bus down to Aguas Calientes for lunch and then take the train back to Ollantaytambo. From there, our private transportation will take us back to the hotel in Cusco.
Overnight and breakfast: Casa Andina Premium Cusco
Included
Items that are included in the tour price:
- Private tour of Machu Picchu and the Sacred Valley with the professional local tour guide
- All entrance fees and transportation needed to operate tours and excursions
- All train tickets needed to operate tours and excursions
- Accommodations based on double occupancy (hotel upgrade are available)
- Meals as specified in the itinerary
Items that are not included in the tour price.
- International airfare to Lima and domestic airfare within Peru
- Travel insurance is strongly recommended
- Extra expending and tips
Price
Group Tour
- Price from 790 USD per person
Private Tour
Private tours are available and priced by party size
- Price for 2-3 guests: 985 USD per person
- Price for 4-5 guests: 890 USD per person
- Price for 6-7 guests: 810 USD per person
- Price for 8 or more guests: 790 USD per person
PACKING LIST
WHAT WE RECOMMEND BRINGING:
- Current passport is required. If your passport expired between booking and starting your tour, bring both the old and new passports!
- Short-sleeved shirts, long-sleeved shirts, fleece, thermals, wool socks, lightweight pants, warm hat
- Small pack to carry things that you will need during the day
- Rain gear or poncho
- Hiking boots with ankle support.
- Flashlight/headlamp and batteries
- Camera, film and batteries (batteries die faster in cold conditions)
- Hydrating face and body lotion
- Sun block and insect repellent
- Water bottles (Nalgene or metal ones are required, plastic bottles are not allowed)
- Toilet paper and tissues