Sacred Valley Full Day Tour + Traditional Buffet
The Sacred Valley Full Day Tour + Traditional Buffet is one of the most complete and enriching experiences you can enjoy during your stay in Cusco. This tour is designed for travelers who want to explore the heart of the Inca civilization in a single, well-organized day, combining archaeological sites, living Andean culture and breathtaking landscapes with a delicious traditional buffet lunch. The Sacred Valley was a vital agricultural, spiritual and political region for the Incas, and visiting it provides essential context for understanding Machu Picchu and the wider Andean world. With professional guidance, comfortable transportation and a carefully planned itinerary, this full-day tour offers a balanced blend of history, culture and gastronomy.
Detailed itinerary by hour:
07:30 – 08:00 hrs: Pick up from your hotel in Cusco or pick up from the meeting point depending on the reservation.
08:20 hrs: Stop at the Taray Viewpoint, where we will enjoy a privileged panoramic view of the Sacred Valley.
09:30 hrs: Guided tour of the impressive Pisaq Archaeological Site, famous for its agricultural terraces and Inca temples.
12:00 hrs: Buffet lunch in Urubamba, with a variety of Andean and international dishes.
2:00 p.m.: Exploration of the majestic Ollantaytambo Archaeological Site, one of the best-preserved Inca fortresses.
5:00 p.m.: Visit to the Textile Interpretation Center in Chinchero, where you will learn about ancestral Andean weaving techniques.
6:30 p.m.: Return to the city of Cusco and transfer to the Plaza de Armas.
Includes:
• Pickup from your hotel or accommodation in Cusco (valid only if you activate the hotel pickup option)
• Authorized tourist transportation in modern vehicles equipped to operate in the Sacred Valley.
• Partial Tourist Ticket (valid only if you activate the admission option)
• Professional guide accredited by the Peruvian government, with extensive experience and historical and cultural knowledge.
• Guided service in Spanish or English, according to passenger preference.
• Buffet lunch in Urubamba, with a variety of typical Andean and international dishes. (Valid only if you activate the lunch option)
• Return and drop-off in the center of Cusco, near the Plaza de Armas.
Meeting point: Plaza de Armas (Banco de Credito ATM) Corner of Plateros and Espaderos. (see map)
Time: 7:30 a.m. (Please wait at the meeting point as there are sometimes delays.)
Not included:
• Additional beverages, such as bottled water or alcoholic beverages.
• Tips, which are voluntary and at your discretion.
• Accommodation in Cusco, before or after the tour.
• Travel insurance, recommended during your stay in Peru (we suggest purchasing it from your country of origin).
Important note: We recommend bringing cash in soles (Peruvian currency) to purchase entrance tickets to archaeological sites (if you wish to pay directly).