Sacred Valley guided tour with Inca sites, salt ponds and local market

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Go on an exciting trip to the centre of the Inca civilisation. Your tour starts in Chinchero, an important place during the Inca empire. Here, you'll learn about the complex history of religious change in the region. Next, you'll visit Maras, an impressive salt mining complex that was very important in the Inca trade network.The tour then goes on to Moray, where you'll see mysterious concentric circular terraces. After lunch, you'll explore Ollantaytambo, a great example of how the Incas planned their cities. This archaeological complex, which is often called a fortress, was actually used as a resting place for long distance travellers.Your final stop is the citadel of Pisac, where you can explore dozens of stalls in the local market. Here, you'll find a wide range of handcrafted goods made by local artisans, offering a great opportunity to take home a piece of Peruvian culture. This tour gives you a full picture of the interesting world of the Inca civilisation, mixing historical sites with living traditions.
Highlights
- The tour covers multiple stunning Inca sites throughout the Sacred Valley
- You'll explore ancient salt ponds and mysterious circular terraces
- There's a visit to Ollantaytambo, showcasing the unique Inca urban planning
- The journey ends at Pisac's market, filled with local handicrafts
- You can gain comprehensive insights into Inca civilization and living traditions
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Facilities
Free cancellation
mobile
10 hours
Available in English, Spanish, Portuguese
What's included
- Entrance fees
- Guided tour
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Not included
- Lunch
- All entry fees
Where you'll meet
Pick-up is available from hotels located in the historic centre of Cusco. Please be ready and waiting in the hotel lobby 15 minutes before your scheduled pick-up time. You'll provide the name and address of your hotel at checkout.
Operated by
Lima Tours
Important information
Accessibility:
* Unfortunately, this tour isn't suitable for wheelchair users
Extra fees to be paid on-site:
* The tour only includes admission to Maras. If you want to visit Moray and Ollantaytambo, you need to buy the Cusco Tourist Ticket (BTC) on-site with the help of the tour guide. Please note that the archaeological site doesn't accept credit cards, so it's best to have cash ready at the start of the tour
Know in advance:
* The visit to Maras is subject to changes between December and March due to the rainy season
* Please note there's a minimum of 2 adults per booking
* Minors must be accompanied by an adult
Remember to bring:
* Comfortable clothes and shoes