Full Day Tour of Sacred Valley from Cusco





Description
Step back in time as you learn about the ancient culture of the Incas, and see how their descendants live today, during this full-day tour of Peru's Sacred Valley of the Incas. With just your small group and a bilingual guide, see the most popular sights in the Sacred Valley like Pisac, Ollantaytambo, and Chincheros. Visit a weaving house for a demonstration on dyeing and weaving techniques, and stop into the famous Chincheros market for local souvenirs before returning to Cusco at the end of the day.
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The National Archeological Park is made up of groups of archeological remains in which terraces, aqueducts, paths that are associated to walls and gates, water channels, cemeteries, bridges, pools and other structures, It is 4 square kilometers big. On this area the ruins are located covering the slopes, all built between the 10th and 11th centuries AD The Intihuatana solar observatory receives the greatest admiration. Fine quality stone carved into the shape of many hands forming a semi-circle. The terraces that encircle the mountain are impressive due to the location varying from 3,000-3,450 masl (9,843 - 11,319 fasl). There are 14 different styles of broad terraces. To manage their water supply, the Incas carried out engineering works creating many channels that travel the length of the terraces, and, despite the height of construction, they even included decorative fountains.
It is famous for its craft market in the main square of this town.
Ollantaytambo is the only Inca town that is still inhabited. Its stone streets preserve the Inca architecture combined with temples and colonial squares, Ollantaytambo is at the opposite end of the town of Pisac (80 kilometers from the city of Cusco). The town is 2,700 meters above sea level (msnm) and houses some of the most amazing Inca buildings in Peru. Today, this picturesque town is a must for tourists visiting Machu Picchu.
Community of Chincheros. Visit the local market and a weaving house, where you'll see a demonstration on dyeing and weaving techniques.
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Important Information
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
- OPTIONAL: If you prefer, you can end the tour in Ollantaytambo train station at 4:00pm so you can take your connection train to Aguas Calientes and Machu Picchu.
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking



