Private Sacred Valley Tour - All Inclusive
About this activity
Highlights
- Explore Pisac's ancient Inca ruins
- Visit Ollantaytambo Fortress
- Discover Maras Salt Mines
- Experience Moray's agricultural terraces
- Enjoy a traditional Peruvian lunch
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Private transportation with hotel pickup and drop-off
- Professional English-speaking guide
- All entrance fees to Sacred Valley attractions
- Lunch at a local restaurant
- Gratuities for the guide and driver
Itinerary
Your tour begins at 1:00 pm in the heart of Cusco, the beautiful Plaza de Armas. Here your guide will show you the most important colonial and Inca buildings around the square and explain how this area was once the main ceremonial center of the Inca Empire. You’ll then walk to the famous 12 Angled Stone, perfectly fitted into an ancient Inca wall, and continue along Loreto Street, considered one of the finest examples of Inca urban design, with original stone walls on both sides. It’s the perfect introduction to Cusco’s mix of Inca and colonial history.
Next, you visit Coricancha, once the most important temple in the entire Inca Empire, dedicated to the Sun. Here you’ll see how the Spanish built the Santo Domingo convent right on top of the original Inca foundations. Inside, you can clearly compare the perfect Inca stonework with the colonial architecture above it. Your guide will explain how this temple was once covered in gold and used for important ceremonies, astronomy, and worship, making it one of the most fascinating places in Cusco.
You then head by vehicle to Sacsayhuaman, the most impressive Inca site overlooking Cusco. This enormous fortress is famous for its giant zigzag stone walls, with blocks so perfectly fitted that you can’t even slide a piece of paper between them. As you walk through the site, your guide will share stories about Inca battles, ceremonies, and how Sacsayhuaman still plays a key role today during the Inti Raymi festival. From here, you also enjoy some of the best panoramic views of Cusco and the surrounding mountains.
Your next stop is Qenqo, a mysterious Inca ceremonial center carved almost entirely from rock. You’ll explore its winding passages, carved channels, and hidden altars that were likely used for important rituals. The name Qenqo means “zigzag” in Quechua, and once you’re inside, you’ll understand why. Your guide will explain the different theories about its use and the spiritual meaning of this sacred place, helping you imagine how it looked in Inca times.
You continue to Puka Pukara, whose name means “Red Fortress” in Quechua. This site probably served as a military checkpoint and resting place on the road that connected Cusco with the Sacred Valley and the jungle. From its terraces and stone walls, you get open views of the landscape and can imagine Inca messengers and travelers passing through. Your guide will point out guard posts, walls, and rooms, showing how this small but strategic site helped protect the capital.
Finally, you visit Tambomachay, a peaceful Inca site known for its clear water fountains and elegant stonework. Often called the “Inca Baths,” it may have been a place of rest and worship of water for Inca nobility. Here you’ll see perfectly built aqueducts and canals that still carry water after hundreds of years. It’s a calm, beautiful spot to enjoy the fresh air, take photos, and appreciate the Incas’ deep respect for nature before heading back to Cusco.
Important information
Know before you book
- This is a private tour; only your group will participate.
- Please provide the names of all tour participants when booking.
- Inform the operator of any dietary restrictions or preferences in advance.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes suitable for uneven terrain.
- Bring a hat, sunscreen, and a reusable water bottle.
- Carry a camera to capture the stunning landscapes and historical sites.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Traveler reviews
Incredible Sacred Valley Tour – A Truly Unforgettable Experience! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Our family of four had an absolutely epic adventure exploring the Sacred Valley! From start to finish, everything was seamless – the van was comfortable, the itinerary was perfectly paced, and the communication with the team was responsive and helpful throughout our whole vacation. Our tour guide, Katia, was the highlight of the experience. She was not only kind, knowledgeable, and engaging, but also deeply passionate about sharing the stories and traditions of her ancestors. Her personal connection to the sites made the history come alive in such a meaningful way. We couldn’t have asked for a better day in the Sacred Valley. 10/10 – we’ll definitely be back to do another tour! Highly recommend to anyone looking for a genuine, memorable, and comfortable way to experience this magical region.
Great guide makes all the difference.
3 day private tour in Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu with Katia. Katia is passionate and knowledgeable about the Quechua people and Incan history. She explains history with excitement and love that we were all entranced by the places we saw. Highly recommend her.
Immersion to Inca and Quechua history
Trexperience was recommended by a close personal friend from their recent Peru trip. It did not disappoint. Frank was very knowledgeable, kind and thoughtful. He picked us upon our arrival at the airport in Cusco. We visited a llama sanctuary on our way out to Pisac and Ollytaytambo. The impressive archeological sites are amplified when coupled with explanations by someone with deep pride and knowledge of the history. Frank altered our itinerary when he recognized our fatigue from the red eye flight. Day two we visited Chinchero, Moray and Maras for more local history. Each day included a van, driver, lunch, entry tickets to archeological sites, and hotel. Why sit in Cusco waiting to acclimatize when you can explore, learn and immerse prior to Machu Picchu?
Amazing Guide Jennifer and driver Aldofo.
English speaking guide Jennifer was patient, helpful, knowledgeable, and entertaining. One of group members got sick and she was extremely helpful. All ended well. Her extensive experience as a guide throughout Peru allowed us to pepper her with questions- and she knew all the answers! We loved beginning with Alpacca and ending at the salt mines. Great day!
Great one day tour of Sacred Valley
Great trip. Everything arranged by Trexperience well. Roger, our tour guide was the best. He told interesting facts and stories throughout the tour to make it exciting for our family. Alpaca farm tour was a highlight. Buffet Lunch was amazing. Roger' s attention to detail made all the difference to the tour.