El Mirador – Pisaq – Ollantaytambo

DETAILED ITINERARY:

You will picked up from your hotel lobby at 8AM in Cusco by your guide. We will take a road that winds around the mountains north of Cusco. On the way we will stop at a famous point known as El Mirador de Taray , from there we will be able to see the whole Sacred Valley and gain an insight to the Inca history.

The Sacred Valley was undoubtedly a key area of settlement of the Incas. It’s a combination of agreeable climate and fertile plains bestowing an unusual abundance for the high Andes. Here the Incas sculpted the mountain flanks with vast contour terracing and irrigation channels. Our driver and guide will be able to suggest good views from which you can take photos.

Later on, we will drive towards the ruins of Pisaq. At the ruins you will see and learn about different aspects of Inca culture. You can see amazing art works in the stone and impressive agricultural terraces. After exploring we will drive back to the town of Pisaq, where there is a unique market that shouldnt be missed.

At the market you will have free time to walk around and do some shopping. Afterwards we will meet for lunch in a nice local restaurant, where we will enjoy delicious Andean food. This meal is not included in the tour and if you prefer a different restaurant, just let your guide know.

After lunch we will continue our tour. We will drive along the Urubamba River towards the town of Ollantaytambo. Once we reach Ollantaytambo, we will visit the ruins, which is an area of important Inca construction, built during the Incas heydays. This is an extraordinary Inca site, where besides the ruins you will also find an amazing rock formation representing the Inca god Wiracocha. Afterwards, we will return to Cusco and we will drop you off at your hotel.

INCLUDED / NOT INCLUDED:

INCLUDED:

• Transportation
• English speaking guide

NOT INCLUDED:

• Tourist ticket which can be purchased at the first site (70 soles). If you are doing the City Tour as well, it makes sense to buy the 10 day tourist ticket which is 130 soles.
• Lunch

WHAT TO BRING:

• Sunhat
• Sunscreen
• Camera
• Water
• Cash for souvenirs
• Comfortable walking shoes

RECOMMENDATIONS:

If you wish to visit the Holy Valley, it is better to buy the 10 day tourist card for 130 Soles. You have in Cusco also access to other attractions and museums.
PRICE REDUCTION: 

Groups of more than 5 people have a discount, Students with a valid international student card and Children under 17 years old.  You must show their identity card or passport at time of booking

PRICE PER PERSON 

1.- GROUP UP TO ( 20 – 32 People )

PRICE    20.00 USD (  Exclusive Guide in english or Spanish)

2. SMALL GROUPS  ( 5 – 15 People )  

PRICE:  25 USD ( Exclusive Guide in English or Spanish )

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