Sacred Valley of the Incas - Group Service
Description
The Sacred Valley Tour is one of the most popular and visited tours in the Cusco region. The Sacred Valley of the Incas was a crucial area for the Inca empire, and it functioned as both an agricultural, spiritual, and political center for them. Don't miss out on this great opportunity to learn a little more about the Inca empire and its main sites like Pisac and Ollantaytambo on this fantastic tour. You will find out about the Inca’s history and how those places was becomed on important centers for the andean culture.
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Itinerary
The town is pronounced "oy-yahn-tie-tahm-bo" but everyone calls it "Ollanta" for short. It was named for Ollantay, the Inca general who expanded the frontiers of Tawantinsuyo as far north as Colombia and as far south as Argentina during the reign of the Inca Pachacutec. The general asked for the hand of the emperor's daughter, a request Pachacutec refused. He accomplished through Ollantay and he was still a commoner. The general rebelled against the ruler and was imprisoned. Ollantay's love may have met a bad end. But yours will not when you glimpse the stone streets and houses, mountain scenery some of the lushest territory in the Valley, and great ruins. Ollantaytambo Village is called "Live Incan City", because its citizens maintain alive very ancient habits and customs.
Many different buildings, plazas, temples, pools and other structures, all built between the 10th and 11th centuries AD. Inca architecture continues to stun admirers with the technique used to build its enormous walls, palaces and turrets with stone blocks, all done without any type of cement or adhesive. The Intihuatana solar observatory receives the greatest admiration. Fine quality stone carved into the shape of many hands forming a semi-circle. The terraces that encircle the mountain are impressive due to the location varying from 3,000-3,450 masl (9,843 - 11,319 fasl). There are 14 different styles of broad terraces. To manage their water supply, the Incas carried out engineering works creating many channels that travel the length of the terraces, and, despite the height of construction, they even included decorative fountains.
Chinchero is a site that presents exceptional expressions of stonemasonry in the midst of a town that keeps ancient traditions alive. It was constructed by Tupac Inca Yupanqui around 1480 and consists of a collection of architectural spaces: pre-Columbian walls, enclosures, platforms, staircases and altars. The historic center of Chinchero is also considered unique because it mixes an archaeological complex and a town made from Inca foundations and walls, with a population that has maintained its ancestral customs.
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Pickup Locations & Times
We'll pick you up from the lobby or the front door of the hotel, Airbnb, hostel, etc. between 7 to 8 am. according to the location of your hotel. We'll specify the exact range before you confirm and provide us the location of your accommodation.
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Important Information
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(8)
Wilbert was a PERFECT guide. We got to see the best parts of these beautiful places and hear the wonderful history of the area.
All excellent, the route very well explained and answering doubts, in my case I had only the tour which facilitated so the whole organization. No hassles, always on time on days for departures and tours Highly recommended if this is your first time in Peru
Excellent attention from the guides, very close Service, excellent in all ways, special mention to the guides and the person handling the unit, all special, thanks to Perci, Eddy and Perci Driver
Estimado Jose Luis, le agradecemos su reseña, es genial saber que Percy, Eddy cumplieron con sus expectativas de viaje y a su vez disfrutó de buenos momentos durante su visita a Perú. Todo nuestro personal le agradece su comentario. Esperamos que vuelva pronto. Saludos cordiales, INKAYNI PERU TOURS.
Attention was totally personalized, guides Persi,Edi and driver Persi, super experts, know Peru 100%
Estimada Cynthia, sus cordiales palabras son un aliciente para seguir esforzándonos en brindar un servicio óptimo y de calidad. Muchas gracias por la confianza depositada en nosotros, de parte de Percy, Eddy y todo el personal le deseamos todo lo mejor. Saludos cordiales, INKAYNI PERU TOURS.
Everything was amazing, our guide always smiling, watching everyone. I explain every detail of the story. The landscapes are beautiful, it is a unique experience that we must all live. Recommended without a doubt!! Our guide Lisseth Yupanqui is a love of person and really always worried about us, her attentions very cute.
Estimada Diana, nuestra mayor satisfacción es cuando nuestros pasajeros se encuentran felices con el servicio brindado. Agradecemos su comentario que nos motiva a seguir esforzándonos y cumplir con las expectativas de los visitantes. Reciba nuestro mas cordial agradecimiento de parte de Lisseth y todo el personal. Saludos cordiales, INKAYNI PERU TOURS.
Start the tour on Tuesday, November 14. There are 4 spectacular days!! The rain of knowledge, experiences and everything!! I really recommend this tour! Peru and its real places love it. Thanks to our guide Lisseth Yupanqui. The group that our colleagues were was respectful, joyful, enjoyable. Everything was perfect! Thank you, thank you.
Estimado Jorge, muchas gracias por sus cordiales palabras. Es muy gratificante para nosotros saber que pese al clima y las vicisitudes que se aparecieron en el camino pudieron disfrutar de los diferentes atractivos turísticos presentes en Cusco, Perú. Reciba nuestro mas sincero agradecimiento por habernos permitido organizar este increíble viaje a la tierra de los Incas. Saludos cordiales, INKAYNI PERU TOURS.
Lizz Yupanqui is an amazing guide, the whole experience is super magical views and spectacular food, plus the great accompaniment of the guide. If you want to live an unforgettable experience this place is for you.
Estimada Vivian, estamos convencidos que organizó su viaje con mucha anticipación, y nuestra satisfacción radica en que pudimos cumplir con sus expectativas y que disfrutó de su visita a Cusco, Perú. Hemos visto las fotos publicadas de su viaje y están geniales. Esperamos que continúe con ese espíritu viajero de ir conociendo otros increíbles lugares alrededor del mundo. Saludos cordiales, INKAYNI PERU TOURS.
Undoubtedly an UNMATCHED trip, our guide Lisseth Yupanqui was exceptional in her treatment and explanations. Both me and our group all the time were helping us and giving advice on the issue of height. It is worth going more than once in your life without a doubt!
Estimado Hernan, estamos muy contentos de que haya podido disfrutar de los diferentes atractivos culturales y paisajes pintorescos que posee Cusco. De parte de Lisseth y todo el equipo del que formamos parte le agradecemos la confianza depositada en nosotros. Esperamos que vuelva pronto para emprender otra aventura a través de los Andes Peruanos. Saludos cordiales, INKAYNI PERU TOURS.
