Our Sacred Valley Full Day Tour from Cusco takes you through the heart of the Inca Valley in one complete day. Explore Chinchero, Maras Salt Mines, Moray, Ollantaytambo, and Pisac with professional transportation and a local guide while enjoying spectacular Andean landscapes along the way.

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Full-Day Experience • Departure from Cusco • 5 Major Destinations • Professional Local Guide • Group & Private Options

What Is the Sacred Valley Full Day Tour from Cusco?

The Sacred Valley Full Day Tour from Cusco is a guided day trip that begins in Cusco city and visits Chinchero, the Maras Salt Mines, Moray, Ollantaytambo, and Pisac. The experience combines major Inca archaeological sites, traditional Andean culture, and spectacular mountain landscapes in a full-day itinerary with tourist transportation and a professional bilingual guide.

Quick Facts

Sacred Valley Tour Price

Group Tour

US$39 per person

Private Tour

US$115 per person

Entrance tickets and other additional expenses are not included unless otherwise specified in your booking.

Sacred Valley Full Day Tour Highlights

• Visit five remarkable Sacred Valley destinations in one day.
• Experience traditional Andean culture in Chinchero.
• See the spectacular salt pools of Maras.
• Explore the extraordinary circular terraces of Moray.
• Discover the Inca archaeological complex of Ollantaytambo.
• Visit the impressive Pisac ruins and traditional market.
• Travel through panoramic landscapes surrounded by the Andes.
• Learn about Inca history and local culture with a professional guide.
• Choose between group and private service.
• Begin and finish your adventure conveniently in Cusco.

Sacred Valley Full Day Tour Itinerary

Chinchero – Andean Culture and Inca Heritage

Your journey begins in Cusco before traveling into the highlands toward Chinchero, a traditional Andean town surrounded by agricultural landscapes and impressive mountain scenery. Here, you’ll discover Inca terraces and learn about the community’s renowned textile traditions. Local artisans continue to preserve ancestral weaving techniques, using natural dyes and traditional methods to create colorful Andean textiles, Chinchero provides an excellent introduction to the living culture and Inca heritage of the region before continuing deeper into the Sacred Valley.

Maras Salt Mines – A Centuries Old Andean Tradition

Next, continue toward the extraordinary Maras Salt Mines, where thousands of small salt pools cascade down the mountainside, natural saltwater flowing from the mountain feeds these terraces, which local families have used for generations to produce salt using traditional methods. Beyond their cultural importance, the contrasting salt pools and surrounding Andean mountains create one of the most distinctive landscapes in the Sacred Valley.

Moray – The Remarkable Circular Inca Terraces

The journey continues to Moray, an archaeological complex famous for its enormous concentric terraces descending into natural depressions, the different terrace levels create varying environmental conditions, and the site is commonly associated with agricultural experimentation during the Inca period. Its unusual architecture, fascinating history, and surrounding mountain scenery make Moray one of the most memorable archaeological stops of the day.

Ollantaytambo – Explore a Living Inca Town

Continue through the Sacred Valley to Ollantaytambo, one of the best-preserved examples of Inca urban planning in Peru, explore the archaeological complex and admire its enormous terraces, ceremonial structures, impressive stonework, and dramatic position beneath the surrounding mountains. Beyond the archaeological site, Ollantaytambo remains a living town where narrow streets, stone foundations, and water channels preserve elements of its original Inca design.

Pisac – Archaeology, Terraces and Local Traditions

Complete your exploration at Pisac, home to one of the Sacred Valley’s most impressive archaeological complexes, set high above the valley, the site features extensive agricultural terraces, ceremonial areas, ancient structures, and panoramic viewpoints overlooking the surrounding mountains and farmland. Depending on the itinerary, you’ll also have the opportunity to visit Pisac town and its traditional artisan market, known for locally produced textiles, handicrafts, jewelry, and souvenirs, after exploring Pisac, begin the return journey to Cusco, completing a full day of Inca history, Andean culture, and spectacular scenery.

Why Take a Sacred Valley Full Day Tour from Cusco?

Taking a Sacred Valley Full Day Tour from Cusco allows you to explore several of the region’s most important Inca sites in a single day without arranging separate transportation between each destination, rather than following only the traditional Pisac and Ollantaytambo route, this complete itinerary also introduces you to Chinchero, the Maras Salt Mines, and Moray. As a result, you’ll experience a broader combination of archaeology, living Andean traditions, ancient agricultural knowledge, local communities, and mountain landscapes, for travelers with limited time in Cusco, this is an efficient way to discover several highlights of the Sacred Valley while traveling with an experienced local guide.

What’s Included

• Professional bilingual tour guide
• Tourist transportation from Cusco
• Hotel pickup from designated areas or hotels
• Guided visits throughout the itinerary

What’s Not Included

• Entrance tickets to archaeological sites
• Entrance fee to the Maras Salt Mines
• Meals and drinks
• Personal expenses
• Travel insurance

Who Is This Tour For?

The Sacred Valley Full Day Tour is especially suitable for:

• First-time visitors to Cusco
• Travelers interested in Inca history and archaeology
• Couples and families
• Friends traveling together
• Photography lovers
• Visitors interested in traditional Andean culture
• Travelers who want to see several Sacred Valley highlights in one day
• Visitors choosing between a group or private experience

Because the archaeological sites include walking, stairs, and uneven terrain, comfortable walking shoes are recommended.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where does the Sacred Valley Full Day Tour start?

The tour begins in Cusco city, with pickup from designated hotels or central pickup areas depending on your selected service. After visiting the Sacred Valley, transportation returns to Cusco at the end of the experience.

How long is the Sacred Valley Full Day Tour from Cusco?

The complete experience generally takes approximately 10–12 hours, depending on traffic, the selected service, and travel conditions on the day of the tour.

What places are included in the Sacred Valley Full Day Tour?

The itinerary visits Chinchero, the Maras Salt Mines, Moray, Ollantaytambo, and Pisac, combining major archaeological sites with Andean culture, traditional communities, and spectacular mountain landscapes.

Can I choose between a group and private tour?

Yes. Both group and private services are available. The group option offers an affordable way to explore the Sacred Valley, while the private service provides greater flexibility and personalized attention.

Are entrance tickets included?

No. Entrance tickets to the archaeological attractions and the Maras Salt Mines are not included in the standard tour price unless otherwise specified in your reservation.

Is the Sacred Valley Full Day Tour suitable for first time visitors?

Yes. This itinerary provides an excellent introduction to the Sacred Valley because it combines several of the region’s most important archaeological, cultural, and scenic attractions in one complete day.

What should I bring?

We recommend comfortable walking shoes, layered clothing, sun protection, water, sunglasses, and a light waterproof jacket. Weather conditions can change quickly in the Andes, so dressing in layers is usually the most comfortable option.

Explore the Sacred Valley from Cusco in One Day

Discover Chinchero, Maras, Moray, Ollantaytambo, and Pisac on our Sacred Valley Full Day Tour from Cusco, combining remarkable Inca archaeology, living Andean culture, and spectacular mountain landscapes in one complete journey. Choose between our group or private service and experience the Sacred Valley with professional transportation and an experienced local guide.

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