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Valle Sagrado de los Incas con el río Urubamba, andenes y montañas nevadas

Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu

Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu Tours

Packages of 4 to 6 days that include a night in Urubamba, in the heart of the Sacred Valley of the Incas, with Pisac, Chinchero, Maras, Moray, Ollantaytambo and Machu Picchu by train.

3trips
4–6days
US$ 763from, per person

Sacred Valley travel guide

Pisac terraces above the Sacred Valley and the Urubamba River
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Why Sleep in the Sacred Valley

The Sacred Valley of the Incas stretches along the Urubamba River, between Cusco and Machu Picchu. It is lower than Cusco, at around 2,800 m above sea level, so many travelers feel better with the altitude here. In addition, Ollantaytambo, at the end of the valley, is the station where the train to Aguas Calientes departs. Sleeping in Urubamba saves you transfers and places you halfway between Cusco and Machu Picchu.

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The Available Packages

  • 4D 3N Unforgettable Sacred Valley

    City tour in Cusco with four archaeological sites, a full day in the Sacred Valley with lunch and a night in Urubamba, and Machu Picchu by train.

  • 5D 4N Andean Valley

    City tour, a day through Chinchero, Maras, Moray and Ollantaytambo with lunch, a night in Urubamba, Machu Picchu by train and Rainbow Mountain (Vinicunca).

  • 6D 5N Dazzling Sacred Valley

    The same route through the valley with more time in Cusco and Machu Picchu, and a choice between Rainbow Mountain or Humantay Lake.

Circular terraces of Moray
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What You Will See

Pisac, with its hillside terraces and its market; Chinchero, a weavers' town on a plateau with a view of the mountain range; the Maras salt pans, thousands of salt pools in the mountainside; Moray, the circular terraces associated with Inca agricultural experimentation; and Ollantaytambo, a fortress and a town that preserves the Inca layout. Everything is visited with a guide and transportation.

View of the Urubamba valley between Andean hills
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When to Go

The dry season, from May to October, is the most in demand: clear skies and good weather for the tours. Between November and April the valley is greener and there are fewer visitors, with rain mostly in the afternoons. Machu Picchu tickets and the train are booked in advance at any time of year.

What the Packages Include

All three programs include airport transfers in Cusco, hotel nights with breakfast (most in Cusco and one in Urubamba), city tour, a full day in the Sacred Valley with lunch, Machu Picchu by tourist train and a guide. High-altitude excursions, such as Vinicunca or Humantay, are scheduled toward the end of the trip, when you are already acclimatized. When you request a quote you can adjust dates, hotel category and the order of the visits.

If you travel as a group or a family, we also have a private colonial house in Urubamba with 8 bedrooms and capacity for up to 14 travelers, with a garden, equipped kitchen and transfers from Cusco. You can combine it with the valley tours and Machu Picchu. Ask us for information and we will send you a proposal for your dates.

Frequently asked questions

Before you book

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Is it better to sleep in the Sacred Valley or in Cusco?+

The packages combine both: most nights in Cusco and one in Urubamba. The valley is lower, at around 2,800 m, and is close to Ollantaytambo, where the train to Machu Picchu departs.

Do the packages include Machu Picchu?+

Yes, all three packages include Machu Picchu by tourist train.

Which places in the Sacred Valley are visited?+

Depending on the package, Pisac, Chinchero, Maras, Moray and Ollantaytambo, in addition to the city tour in Cusco.

How many days do I need for the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu?+

With 4 days you see Cusco, the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu. With 5 or 6 days you add Maras, Moray and a high-altitude excursion such as Rainbow Mountain or Humantay.

Do you have accommodation for groups in Urubamba?+

Yes, a private colonial house with 8 bedrooms and capacity for up to 14 travelers. Write to us to check availability.

Not sure which one to choose?

Tell us how many days you have and who you’re traveling with. We’ll recommend the trip that fits best.

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  • Inka Inspire Tours membership and certification
  • Inka Inspire Tours membership and certification