Sacred Valley 2 Days and Machu Picchu Tour
2 DAYS / 1 NIGHTS
2/5
2400 MASL / 7875 FT
SACRED VALLEY / MACHU PICCHU
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from $450.00
Sacred Valley Tour from Cusco
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Sacred Valley Tour from Cusco
Full day tour
FULL DAY Short Tour
23 reviews
Altitude
2400 MASL / 7875 FT
Departure
CUSCO
Physical Level
2/5
Duration
FULL DAY
Group Size
8 PER GROUP
Seasson
MARCH TO DECEMBER
Accomodation
HOTEL
Trip Style
CLASSIC
Overview
We start from the imperial city to the Sacred Valley of the Incas, and the first stop is the lookout Q´orao, where we will appreciate a magnificent view. The second stop will be at the Archaeological site of Pisaq, and we´ll also enjoy the beautiful products offered by the traditional market of Pisaq. After that, we want a delicious lunch in the town of Urubamba. And the next stop is the Archaeological site of Ollantaytambo and finally visits Chinchero, known for the unique weave textiles, local women. And return to Cusco.
Itinerary
FULL DAY TOUR
PISAQ
Possibly its name comes from a type of bird prevalent in the area known as “Pisaqa.” The colonial Pisaq town is located in the lower part of the valley. The Pisaq Inca Citadel is situated on the mountain upper side above the well-preserved terracing system.
The enormous Pre-Hispanic Cemetery in the region is to the mountain’s west. That cemetery is known as “Tankanamarka”; “Tankay” to push, “Marka” Spot, which may be translated as “Hurling Spot.” Which according to some estimations, it must have contained about 10,000 tombs.
In the Inca belief, it was stated that once people died, they began a newer life; therefore, their mummies were kept along with all their goods and necessary food in the cemeteries.
PISAQ MARKET
The lower part of the valley settled after 1572 when the “Indians Reductions” were established, by which the Quechua people were forced to live in villages is located.
That small town was made on the Andean way, with narrow and cobbled stone streets, but its main square and a catholic church imposed on the classical Spanish way.
It is in the town’s main square, where the famous “Indian Market” attracts hundreds of peasants from the surrounding communities who come down from the mountains to perform their trading activities. Usually, those peasants bring agricultural products to the market, which are sold or bartered for some other products or items strange in their mountain lands, such as candles, matches, clothing, salt, coca leaves, tropical fruits, etc. the colorful typical peasant´s clothing dressed the market are very showy, which are very serious clothing and not occasional customs. The native hats are also easy to distinguish. They are almost always black and flat, typical on their wearers as they got nearly no influence of western culture and spoke just Quechua language.
However, this market was also adapted to the tourist´s needs, and a vast area of it displays handicrafts or “souvenirs” for tourists.
Therefore, nowadays it is possible to find two markets in the same spot: the “Indian” one, and the tourist one.
OLLANTAYTAMBO
The National Archeological Park of Ollantaytambo is located at 3600 m.
Ollantaytambo is a Quechua compound word derived from “Ollanta,” which is a personal name, and “Tambo,” which is a word derived from “Tampu,” referred to a place offering lodging food, and comfort for travelers.
Ollantaytambo was a significant fortified town, built as a “Tampu” and enabled control of the roads toward the “Antisuyo” or jungle land. According to many historians, it protected the excellent Inca capital from attacks from the “Antis” people, who were the Inca’s worst enemy.
The current town is located in the same site where the urban area was in Inca times, which is interesting because it is the only spot in Peru where it is possible to find people currently living in the same buildings the nobility Inca society did in old times. Some of its narrow streets still keep their water channels where pristine water flew for the population use, which run on the middle or side of the road. The streets still retain their Inca name.
To the west of the town, the entrance to the religious area is located, which in the lower part has terraces which were used for two purposes: farming and aqueduct by their southern end; likewise, they were used to stop the erosion of the upper side protecting the most important temples located in that area.
A little higher, the spot of the most important temple: the “Temple of the Sun.”
CHINCHERO
It is located on a 3780 m. over a plateau that is cold during the early mornings and at night.
Chinchero was one of the essential Inca towns in the region, where even at present, it is possible to see vestiges of its great past.
At present, the traditions know this town as the “Land of the Rainbow” because the Kutchi (rainbow) is frequently seen in the rainy season.
In Chinchero, a lovely market takes place every Sunday morning, one of the region’s most typical and exciting markets. Over here, it is still possible to see goods bartering. People always exchange tropical products such as fruits, coca leaves, or salt from Maras for other regional products such as potatoes, broad beans, ollucos (golden potatoes), etc.
Sacred Valley And Machu Picchu 2 Days
Included
- Excellent English-speaking tour guide.
- Active itinerary.
- Private tourist transport.
- Personalized service.
- All Local taxes.
- The entrance fee for a buffet lunch is $ 14 per person (contact us).
- Items of a personal nature.
No Included
tips for the guide and driver
Recommendations
Packing List
What To Bring
- Tennis Shoes.
- Rain poncho (Rain Season) “December to March.”
- T-shirts / Sunhat.
- Sun protection cream (SPF 45 or higher recommended).
- Water (Drinking 2 liters of water helps hydrate and prevent altitude sickness).
- Profesional Camera, Smrtphone or gopro
- Cash in local currency to purchase additional souvenirs.
Travel Guide
Prices
| Number of persons | Price per person |
| 1 | $100.00 |
| 2 | $70.00 |
| 3 | $70.00 |
| 4 | $70.00 |
| 5 | $70.00 |
| 6 | $70.00 |
| 7 | $70.00 |
| 8 | $70.00 |
Prices: sacred valley tour
Permits are needed for your chosen start date. Tour prices are based on the number of people in a group. Prices are valid from March 2022 through January 2023. All prices quoted are $USD
- Group service $80 per person
Why Choose us
SUMAQ ENCANTO TRAVEL is a Local Travel Agency and Tour Operator with 10 years of experience in the world of tourism. We are specialists in organizing travel packages that include Machu Picchu (the main tourist destination in our country), Adventure tours such as the Inca Trail and alternative tours that also reach Machu Picchu. This article will help you know why you should choose SUMAQ ENCANTO TRAVEL, the local travel agency that personalizes services for demanding clients like you.
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