Sacred Valley Tour: Pisac & Ollantaytambo (With Train Drop-off)
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At a glance
- Duration
- 9 hours
- Price from
- $36 / person
- Location
- Cusco, Peru
- Rating
- 4.6 / 5 · 71 reviews
- Languages
- EN, ES
- Group
- Small group, up to 10
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Hotel pickup
- Available
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Machupicchu Latin America
Description
Seamless Machu Picchu Connection: Don't waste time backtracking to Cusco. This itinerary is perfectly timed to drop you off safely at the Ollantaytambo station for the 15:37 or 16:36 trains, featuring secure luggage storage on board. Interactive Cultural Stops: Get up close with Peru's iconic wildlife. We stop at an animal sanctuary where you can see, feed, and take photos with friendly llamas and alpacas before exploring the vibrant Pisac artisan market. The Complete Sacred Valley Route: Explore the architectural wonders of both the Pisac Ruins and the towering Ollantaytambo Fortress with an expert, fluent English-speaking guide who brings Incan history to life. Small-Group Intimacy: Avoid the massive, crowded 20-person tour buses. We limit our groups to a maximum of 10 travelers for a personalized, flexible, and comfortable day through the valley.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 7:30 AM
- Next available
- Tue, Nov 3
- Adult (ages 18–85)
- $36
- Youth (ages 10–17)
- $31
- Child (ages 4–9)
- $29
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $39.
Larger groups pay less per person.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Nov 1.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Cusco
6:30 AM | Breakfast at your hotel, We suggest to have breakfast at your hotel before we depart. 7:00 AM |Pickup & Departure, Our journey begins with a seamless and personalized pickup from your Cusco hotel or Airbnb. Our expert guide will greet you in the lobby before you board our comfortable transport to begin a breathtaking journey toward the amazing landscapes and the ancient Inca sites of the Sacred valley of the Incas.
Manos De La Comunidad
8:00 AM | Animal rescue center: After a short drive, we will arrive at a local animal rescue center where you can get up close with native Andean camelids, including graceful alpacas, curious llamas, and rare vicuñas.
Mirador Taray
8:50 AM | Taray Viewpoint: Our journey continues as we descend to the Taray Viewpoint, a stunning spot where you can capture the classic and best panoramic photos of the Sacred Valley
Parque Arqueologico Pisac
9:30 AM | Pisac Archaeological park: Explore the impressive Inca citadel of Pisac renowned for its magnificent, agricultural terraces and well-preserved ceremonial center, including the Temple of the Sun. It offers breathtaking panoramic views and a fascinating insight into Inca engineering
Pisac Market
10:30 AM | Pisac Market Then, we will stop at the village of Pisac to visit its famous market and purchase some local handicraft souvenirs 11:00 AM | scenic drive to Urubamba Following this beautiful visit, we will take a scenic one-hour drive to Urubamba
Urubamba
12:00 PM | Lunch time: Enjoy a delicious buffet lunch at urubamba restaurants
Archaeological Park Ollantaytambo
13:30 PM | Ollantaytambo Archaeological park: Finally, we will visit Ollantaytambo, a stunning Inca fortress, religious sanctuary, and living city located in the Sacred Valley. Renowned for its magnificent, massive stone architecture and extensive agricultural terraces, this site offers dramatic panoramic views and a unique historical insight into Inca resistance against the Spanish conquistadors Important note | If you will take a train to Aguas Calientes (Machupicchu pueblo). - You can continue your journey to Machupicchu, we guaranteed to end the tour at Ollantaytambo train station so you can take any train from 15:37pm onwards.
Cusco
15:30 PM | Return to Cusco: After this amazing sacred valley tour we will end our tour visiting Ollantaytambo them return to Cusco, arriving around 17:30pm.
What's included
Included
Hotel pick up and drop off
Walking tour (Max 10 people)
Transport
1 bottle of water
English-speaking guide
Option to end the tour at Ollantaytambo train station at 3:00pm or 4:00pm and travel to Machupicchu
Not included
Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Sacred Valley admisison tickets (70 OR 90 Peruavian Sol cash), depending to your chosen trip option
Pickup Locations & Times
Door-to-Door Pickup: We pick up from all hotels and Airbnbs in Cusco center. If yours isn't listed, select "Other" and type your address. We'll contact you the day before to confirm your exact time. Note: If a street is too narrow for cars, we'll arrange a pickup nearby.
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.6
71 reviews
How it compares in Cusco
- Starting price $36 is 55% below the typical $80 for tours of similar length in Cusco
- Price unchanged over the last 30 days
Excurgo comparison of 4,493 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
- If you prefer, you can end the tour in Ollantaytambo train station at 4:00pm so you can take your connection train to Aguas Calientes and Machu Picchu.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does this tour take?
Sacred Valley Tour: Pisac & Ollantaytambo (With Train Drop-off) lasts about 9 hours. The itinerary has 8 stops.
How much does this tour cost?
Prices start at $36 per person for this Cusco experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $39. There are 4 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does this tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 7:30 AM.
How much does this tour cost for children?
Children aged 4–9 pay from $29, adults from $36.
Can I cancel this tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. Door-to-Door Pickup: We pick up from all hotels and Airbnbs in Cusco center. If yours isn't listed, select "Other" and type your address. We'll contact you the day before to confirm your exact time. Note: If a street is too narrow for cars, we'll arrange a pickup nearby. Pickup points include Yawar Inka Hotel, San Agustin Plaza.
What languages is this tour offered in?
The experience is available in EN, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 10 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap Specialized infant seats are available
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is this tour worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.6 out of 5 across 71 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Machupicchu Latin America.
Reviews(71)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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