Traditional Sacred Valley Tour from Cusco
What you’ll do on this tour
The classic loop through the valley, starting an hour later than the Maras & Moray version. You begin at the Taray viewpoint, spend a good stretch at Pisac — the Inca terraces and the market town below — and stop for lunch in Urubamba. The afternoon belongs to Ollantaytambo, and Chinchero closes the day while its weavers are still at work. You’re back in Cusco by 18:30. Less time on the road and longer stops: it’s the version we suggest for families and first-timers.
What makes it different
- Your first view of the valley from the Taray viewpoint
- An hour and a half in Pisac: terraces, Intihuatana and market
- Andean buffet lunch in Urubamba
- Temple of the Sun and the Inca streets of Ollantaytambo
- Chinchero and its weaving demonstration to close the day
- Certified English and Spanish-speaking guide at every stop
Hour-by-hour itinerary
We pick you up at your hotel, Airbnb or meeting point in the historic center. The exact time reaches you by WhatsApp the night before and may shift by a few minutes depending on your area.
Altitude 3,350 mA short photo stop over the Urubamba River and the first terraces of the valley before heading down to Pisac.
Terraces wrapping the mountainside and a ceremonial sector with the Intihuatana. On the way down, free time at the craft market in town.
Altitude 3,300 m (site) · 2,972 m (town)Boleto TurísticoAndean buffet at Rustica, included in the price. If you pick 14 Inkas, Don Ángel or Tunupa when booking, you only pay the difference.
Altitude 2,871 mA terraced fortress-temple on the hillside, the Temple of the Sun with its six monoliths and the only Inca town still lived in on its original street plan.
Altitude 2,790 mBoleto TurísticoThe highest point of the day. A demonstration of alpaca spinning and dyeing with plants and cochineal, Inca terraces and a colonial church built on Inca walls.
Altitude 3,762 mBoleto TurísticoThe van drops you in Cusco’s historic center.
Altitude 3,350 m
What’s included and what’s not
Included
- Pickup in downtown Cusco and return
- Tourist transport all day
- Certified English and Spanish-speaking guide
- Andean buffet lunch (Rustica)
- Transfers between all stops
- First-aid kit
Not included
- Boleto Turístico (Pisac, Ollantaytambo, Chinchero)
- Drinks and snacks
- Travel insurance
- Tips (optional)
What to bring
Passport or ID, sunscreen, hat and sunglasses, a warm layer for Chinchero late in the day, a water bottle, some soles in cash for the Pisac market and comfortable shoes. From November to March, bring a rain poncho.
Who is this version for?
Ideal if…
- It’s your first time in the valley and you’d rather have fewer, longer stops
- You’re traveling with children or older relatives
- You prefer a 07:20 start over 06:20
Pick another version if…
- You also want the Maras salt mines and Moray the same day → Sacred Valley + Maras & Moray
- You’re taking the train to Machu Picchu that afternoon → ends in Ollantaytambo
Frequently asked questions
Which entrance tickets do I need for this version?
The Boleto Turístico, which covers Pisac, Ollantaytambo and Chinchero. This route skips Maras, so there is no community fee. You can add the ticket when you pay on WeTravel.
Is it suitable for children and older travelers?
Yes. Walks are short and there is plenty of time at each site. The highest point, Chinchero at 3,762 m, comes late in the afternoon, after a day in the valley, which sits lower than Cusco.
Can I change the lunch restaurant?
Rustica is included. 14 Inkas costs US$4 more, Don Ángel US$15 and Tunupa US$20. You choose in the booking box before paying.
What time is pickup?
Departure is at 07:20 from Cusco’s historic center. We send the exact time for your hotel or Airbnb by WhatsApp the night before.
Is the guide English-speaking?
Yes. Every departure has a certified guide who speaks English and Spanish.
How is it different from the Maras & Moray version?
Sacred Valley + Maras & Moray leaves at 06:20, adds the Maras salt mines and the Moray terraces and returns at 19:00, from US$32. The Traditional leaves at 07:20, covers four sites plus the viewpoint and returns at 18:30, from US$30.
What is the cancellation policy?
Cancel 30 days or more ahead and we refund 70%; under 72 hours, 50%; under 48 hours, 30%; under 24 hours or no-show, no refund. Refunds go back through WeTravel to your original payment method.
