Cusco:Sacred Valley Pisaq,Ollantaytambo,Chinchero with Lunch Group service with pick-up in Cusco's historic Center
ID: GYG625939-1043587
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Pays: Pérou
Durée du projet:
10:30 horaires
Description
Discover the Sacred Valley of the Incas on a full-day guided tour from Cusco. Visit the ancient Inca site of Pisac, the town of Ollantaytambo, and the archaeological site of Chinchero.
Embark on a full-day tour of the Sacred Valley, starting with a hotel pick-up in Cusco. Admire the breathtaking views of the mountains as you journey towards the Sacred Valley. Visit the Mirador de Taray, the ancient Inca site of Pisac, and the town of Ollantaytambo.
Begin your adventure with a scenic 45-minute bus ride through the mountains. Stop at the Mirador de Taray, a breathtaking viewpoint where you can capture stunning panoramic photos of the valley below. Take your time to soak in the beauty for 10 minutes before continuing your tour.
Next, head to the ancient Inca site of Pisac. Along the way, witness awe-inspiring temples, residences, altars, intricate channels, carvings, and even tunnels. Be sure to keep an eye out for the famous Intiwatana, a sun-dialing stone, and the largest known Inca cemetery, boasting over 2,000 tombs.
After visiting the Pisaq Market by bus, drive for about an hour to Urubamba for lunch. Then, take a short drive to Ollantaytambo, an important Inca town surrounded by sacred mountains. Ollantaytambo served as a strategic military center, agricultural hub, and religious center.
The Sun Temple, perched on a hilltop, showcases impressive architecture, carvings, farming terraces, and interconnected stone steps. Notably, this site is one of the few places where the Spanish lost a battle during the conquest.
On the way back to Cusco, visit a beautiful colonial church and the archaeological site of Chinchero, with its impressive terraces and altars. Stop at a weaving workshop, where local people who continue to practice Quechua traditions will show you how they obtain natural dyes from plants.
Have the chance to take pictures dressed in traditional Andean clothing. Your tour concludes at approximately 6:30 PM, followed by a 1-hour bus ride back to Cusco.
Optional drop off in Ollantaytambo (train station or Main Square around 3:00 pm.)
Faits saillants
- Known for three of the most important artisan markets in the Cusco
- Discover Ollantaytambo one of the last buildings of the Incas
- Visit Pisac famous for its artisan market and its archaeological site
- Learn about Andean textiles in a living culture in Chinchero
- Optional drop-off in Ollantaytambo (train station or Main square around 3:00 pm)
Langues
INFORMATION IMPORTANTE
Wear comfortable shoes and clothing suitable for walking.
Bring a camera to capture the stunning views.
Sunscreen and water are recommended for the day.
The tour concludes at approximately 6:30 pm.
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Annulations
Cette excursion peut être annulée sans frais jusqu'à : heures d'annulation avant le début du voyage. Si vous l'annulez après les heures d'annulation ou si vous ne vous présentez pas à l'excursion, le prix total de l'activité vous sera toujours facturé. Tout retard à la prise en charge ou au départ sera considéré comme un retard.
