SACRED VALLEY OF THE INCAS TOUR
The Sacred Valley of the Incas, located in the Peruvian Andes and the edge of the jungle, is made up of numerous rivers that flow through ravines and small valleys. It is home to many archaeological monuments and indigenous villages. It is part of the Urubamba province and holds great historical and cultural significance.
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First place to visit:
PISAC
The Pisac Archaeological Park, located on the Apu Inti Huatana mountain, is situated in the town of the same name, 30 km from the city of Cusco, in the Calca province. Today, it is recognized as an astronomical observatory.
Its imposing ruins make it one of the most important Incan treasures left behind by Inca Pachacutec. The town of Pisac sits at 2,950 meters above sea level, while the archaeological ruins are located at approximately 3,300 meters above sea level.
According to historians, in the 16th century, Pisac was invaded by the Spanish, forcing its inhabitants to flee. During this invasion, the site’s main monuments were damaged, and the Incan cemetery was destroyed and looted.
The site is divided into two areas:
- The ancient zone, located in the higher part, is an Incan archaeological site.
- The modern zone, located in the valley, dates back to the colonial period.
Pisac’s Main Square is a lively place, filled with colors and offering a variety of handcrafted goods for sale.
Together with Cusco and Piquillacta, Pisac forms an equilateral triangle of 33 km per side. It is believed that during the Incan era, this archaeological center was strategically designed to protect the city from enemy attacks.
Second place to visit:
OLLANTAYTAMBO
Ollantaytambo was primarily built during the reign of Inca Pachacútec, who ruled the Inca Empire from approximately 1438 to 1471-1472. Pachacútec was a transformational leader and a prolific builder, credited with laying the foundations of what would become the vast Inca Empire. During his rule, he initiated the empire’s expansion beyond the Cusco Valley and commissioned the construction of many of the region’s most iconic structures, including Ollantaytambo.
Ollantaytambo was designed as a multifunctional complex, serving as a fortress, administrative center, religious site, and agricultural hub. Construction continued beyond Pachacútec’s reign, especially under his successor, Túpac Yupanqui, who expanded and enriched the site by adding more agricultural terraces, religious buildings, and ceremonial structures.
Beyond its strategic and functional significance, Ollantaytambo stands out for its sophisticated engineering and urban planning, demonstrating the Incas’ architectural prowess and their advanced understanding of hydraulics and agriculture.
Third place to visit:
Chinchero Cultural Centers – Andean Weaving
In the workshops of Chinchero’s textile centers, you won’t just find unique handcrafted products—you’ll also discover a piece of Andean history. Every thread, design, and color tells a story rich in meaning, tracing its origins from ancient times to the present day. Would you like to uncover how tradition and culture are woven into each garment? Join me as we explore one of the most fascinating secrets that has endured since pre-Hispanic times!
What are the Chinchero Textile Centers?
These are cultural spaces dedicated to the art of weaving, preserving and passing down ancestral textile techniques that have been recovered through years of research. Here, you can learn step by step the entire process of creating a traditional garment—from sourcing raw materials to the final handcrafted masterpiece.
Fourth place to visit:
CHINCHERO
According to Luis E. Valcárcel, Chinchero was founded by the Inca Túpac Yupanqui as a palatial residence within a rural setting. In 1480, the Inca ordered the construction of shrines, baths, terraces, and a grand royal palace. Historical chronicles recount that the ruler died under mysterious circumstances.
The Chinchero Archaeological Park, which includes pre-Hispanic roads, enclosures, terraces, water channels, huacas (sacred sites), and shrines, is divided into two main sectors:
- The Urban Sector: This area consists of residential and ceremonial buildings designated for the noble class, closely linked to the ancestral town that now corresponds to the present-day settlement.
- The Agricultural Sector: This part is characterized by extensive agricultural terraces (andenes), which were essential for crop cultivation and food production.
ITINERARY
1.- PICK-UP FROM YOUR HOTEL
2.- VISIT TO PISAC
3.- THEN VISIT TO OLLANTAYTAMBO
4.- AFTER THAT, VISIT TO CHINCHERO CULTURAL CENTERS – ANDEAN TEXTILE WORKSHOPS
5.- NEXT, VISIT TO CHINCHERO
6.- FINALLY, RETURN TO YOUR HOTEL
1.- ENTRANCE FEES
2.- FOOD AND DRINKS
3.- PERSONAL EXPENSES
4.- WITH/WITHOUT GUIDE
1.- TOUR EXCURSION
2.- PICK UP FROM YOUR HOTEL IN CUSCO
3.- PRIVATE TOURIST TRANSPORTATION
4.- VISIT TO EACH TOURIST PLACE
5.- GUIDED TOUR
1.- ORIGINAL PASSPORT OR DNI
2.- WARM OR LIGHT CLOTHING ACCORDING TO THE WEATHER
3.- CAP OR WIDE-BRIMMED HAT, SUNBLOCK, AND SUNGLASSES
4.- PERSONAL MEDICATIONS
5.- COMFORTABLE FOOTWEAR, BOTTLED WATER OR CANTEEN
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