From the Sacred Valley Chinchero, Maras, Moray and Ollantaytambo Discount Tickets

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Overview

What makes our tour special is that we are based right here in Urubamba, the heart of the Sacred Valley. Being locals gives us a unique advantage – we can offer a more personalized, efficient, and competitive service, ensuring you get the most authentic experience possible. On this tour, you’ll visit Chinchero, famous for its ancient terraces and vibrant textiles, Moray, the Inca agricultural lab with its stunning circular terraces, and the Maras Salt Mines, where traditional salt harvesting has been practiced for centuries. You’ll also enjoy a delicious Andean Gourmet Lunch, made with fresh, local ingredients and served with incredible views of the valley. To top it all off, we’ll guide you through Ollantaytambo, where you can marvel at the Sun Temple and the massive stone terraces. Thanks to our local knowledge and deep connection to the Sacred Valley, we’re able to offer you a one-of-a-kind experience at the best value.

Pickup Information

The pickup location will be arranged at the time of tour booking.

Language Offered

English-GUIDE

Spanish-GUIDE

Itinerary

1. Chinchero
At the Textile Interpretation Center, you will immerse yourself in the fascinating world of traditional craftsmanship, learning about the ancient techniques of spinning, weaving, and dyeing natural fibers, such as the luxurious alpaca wool. Skilled local artisans will demonstrate the intricate process of textile production, using natural plant-based dyes passed down through generations. You will have the opportunity to appreciate their expertise up close and, if you wish, purchase one-of-a-kind textile products that showcase the region’s rich cultural heritage.
Duration: 30 mins
2. Complejo Arqueologico Chinchero
We will explore the remains of Tupac Inka Yupanqui's resting palace, now functioning as a colonial temple, offering insight into the context of the Colonial Inquisition. At the archaeological site, we will also see impressive Inca agricultural terraces, water systems, and structures that showcase the advanced engineering of the time, along with remnants of colonial architecture that were added during the colonization.
Duration: 40 mins
3. Salinas de Maras
During your visit to the Maras Salt Mines, you will explore a stunning network of over 4,000 salt ponds that have been in use since pre-Inca times. You will learn about the artisanal salt extraction process and how to identify the three different qualities of salt produced in the area. Additionally, you will discover the healing properties of the pink salt and enjoy panoramic views of the salt terraces, a unique and photogenic landscape you won't want to miss.
Duration: 45 mins
4. Maras Moray Tours
An impressive Inca agricultural site where circular terraces were used to experiment with microclimates and enhance crop production. The tour guide will explain how the Incas cultivated various species on these terraces, optimizing their agricultural output by creating controlled conditions that favored crop growth.
Duration: 30 mins
5. Ollantaytambo
As part of your exclusive tour, enjoy a delightful Andean Gourmet Lunch, featuring a curated selection of traditional and contemporary dishes that highlight the freshest local ingredients from the Sacred Valley. Choose from a variety of appetizers and main courses, each prepared with care to offer you an authentic and flavorful experience of Andean cuisine. Indulge in fresh avocado stuffed with quinoa or a comforting quinoa soup as a starter, followed by a selection of mouthwatering main dishes, from the wood-fired trout to the rich grilled chicken in mushroom sauce, or the flavorful Lomo Saltado. For a lighter touch, enjoy our vegetarian pizza options, all paired with fresh, locally-sourced ingredients. Join us for this unforgettable culinary experience, offering a taste of the Andes as part of your tour.
Duration: 60 mins
6. Archaeological Park Ollantaytambo
The Sun Temple at Ollantaytambo is an impressive Inca structure, built with massive stones weighing up to 70 tons each. This temple, dedicated to the sun god Inti, is aligned with astronomical events, reflecting the Incas' advanced understanding of the stars. The site also features large terraces used for agriculture and defense. Ollantaytambo was a key military, religious, and administrative center during the Inca Empire and played an important role in the resistance against the Spanish conquistadors.
Duration: 60 mins

Inclusion

Private transportation

Andean Gourmet Lunch

Guided visits to all listed sites

Bilingual Tour Guide (English/Spanish)

Pick-up and Dop-off service

Exclusion

Entrance fees for Chinchero, Moray and Ollantaytambo (70 PEN)

Entrance fees for the Salt Mines (20 PEN)

Drinks during lunch

Gratuities

Cancellation Policy

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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
  • 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

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