Sacred Valley to Machu Picchu Exclusive
Immerse yourself in the wonders of the Sacred Valley, before exploring the ancient Incan citadel of Machu Picchu and then returning to Cuzco, the capital of the Incan Empire. On this 7-day small-group tour, you’ll learn about ancient local customs and explore the archeological sites of Moray, Maras, and Ollantaytambo and the magical Inca citadel of Machu Picchu. You’ll then make your way to Cuzco with its fascinating mix of Spanish and Incan culture.
7 DAYS
Starting from $2,690 per person
Maximum of 8 travelers | Pricing includes everything from your international arrival to your departure, with the exception of a few dinners.
Highlights
- Explore Moray, a circular terraced agricultural site, the Salinas salt pans, and the massive ruins at Ollantaytambo.
- Engage in the daily life of the locals by participating in traditional weaving techniques with Teofela (the family matriarch) and agricultural practices with Valentine (the family patriarch).
- Enjoy a traditional Pachamanca meal (‘earth oven' in Quechua) where all the ingredients, including alpaca, cuy (guinea pig), vegetables, potatoes, and more, are cooked underground.
- A train ride through the Sacred Valley to Aguas Calientes, the closest town to Machu Picchu, the lost city of the Incas.
- A guided tour of the breathtaking Machu Picchu, to the most important and fascinating parts of the ruins, where you’ll learn how and why they were constructed.
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