Sacred Valley of the Incas seen from Pisac
FULL DAY 5 SITES IN ONE DAY

Sacred Valley VIP Tour: Chinchero, Moray, Maras, Ollantaytambo & Pisac

  • 1 Day (Full Day)
  • Cusco · Sacred Valley of the Incas, Peru
  • From $55 USD ≈ S/ 190
Ollantaytambo town and ruins in the Sacred Valley
Chinchero village, home of traditional Andean weavers
Circular Inca terraces of Moray in the Sacred Valley

The most complete one-day tour of the Sacred Valley of the Incas: Chinchero textiles, Moray terraces, the Maras salt pans, the Ollantaytambo fortress and Pisac.

DURATION 1 Day (Full Day)
MAX ALTITUDE 3,762 m (Chinchero)
DIFFICULTY Easy
GROUP SIZE Shared group (max. 20)
SIGNATURE EXPERIENCE

Experience Overview

The Sacred Valley VIP tour brings together the five must-see sites of the Sacred Valley of the Incas in a single day. Unlike the standard tour, the VIP version includes Moray and the Maras Salt Mines (Salineras de Maras), plus Chinchero, Ollantaytambo and Pisac, with a buffet lunch in Urubamba. It is the best choice if you want to make the most of one day in the valley.

The Sacred Valley is about 30 to 60 minutes from Cusco and sits at a lower altitude (approx. 2,800 m above sea level), which also makes it ideal for acclimatizing during your first days.

Tour highlights

  • Chinchero: a weaving village where you will see how alpaca wool is washed, dyed with natural pigments and spun, plus its colonial church built on Inca foundations.
  • Moray: concentric circular terraces the Incas used as an agricultural research center, with temperature differences between levels.
  • Maras Salt Mines: more than 3,000 salt pans worked by local families since pre-Inca times.
  • Ollantaytambo: Inca fortress and temple with monumental terraces and granite monoliths.
  • Pisac: archaeological complex and craft market, perfect for shopping for textiles and silverwork.

Sample schedule

  • 07:00: pickup from your hotel in Cusco.
  • Morning: Chinchero, Moray and the Maras Salt Mines.
  • 13:30: buffet lunch in Urubamba.
  • Afternoon: Ollantaytambo and Pisac.
  • 19:00 – 19:30: return to Cusco.

Tips

  • Buy the Cusco Tourist Ticket (BTC); it covers Chinchero, Moray, Ollantaytambo and Pisac.
  • Bring cash in soles (S/) for the Maras Salt Mines entrance and for shopping at the markets.
  • Wear sunscreen, a hat and a light jacket: the sun is strong and afternoons can be chilly.

Signature Highlights

Visit 5 Sacred Valley highlights in a single day.
Traditional weaving demonstration with natural dyes in Chinchero.
The circular terraces of Moray and the salt pans of Maras.
Ollantaytambo fortress and the Pisac archaeological complex.
Andean buffet lunch in Urubamba.
Bilingual official licensed guide throughout the tour.
STEP BY STEP

Detailed Day-by-Day Itinerary

Each day has been carefully planned to optimize acclimatization and avoid peak tourist hours.

DAY 01

Cusco – Chinchero – Moray – Maras – Urubamba – Ollantaytambo – Pisac – Cusco

⛰ 3,762 m a.s.l. (Chinchero) ⏱ Approx. 12 hours ⛺ Return to Cusco

We pick you up from your hotel at 7:00 and drive to Chinchero, where a weavers’ association shows us how they wash, dye with plants and spin wool. We continue to Moray to see its circular terraces and then to the Maras Salt Mines, whose white pools cascade down the mountainside. At midday we enjoy lunch at a buffet restaurant in Urubamba. In the afternoon we visit the Ollantaytambo fortress and finish in Pisac, touring its archaeological complex and craft market. We return to Cusco at nightfall.

FULL TRANSPARENCY

What's Included in the Expedition

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Included Luxury Services

  • Pickup from your hotel in Cusco’s historic center.
  • Tourist transportation throughout the tour.
  • Official licensed guide (English / Spanish).
  • Buffet lunch in Urubamba.
  • Return to Cusco.
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Not Included

  • Cusco Tourist Ticket (BTC).
  • Maras Salt Mines entrance (paid locally in soles).
  • Breakfast and drinks at lunch.
  • Tips.
CUSTOMIZE YOUR TRIP

Optional Upgrades & Perks

Complement your journey with exclusive comfort experiences and panoramic summits.

Private service (per person)

Dedicated vehicle and guide for your group, with flexible timing.

+ $60 USD ≈ S/ 207
WE ANSWER YOUR QUESTIONS

Frequently Asked Questions about Sacred Valley VIP Tour: Chinchero, Moray, Maras, Ollantaytambo & Pisac

What is the difference between the Sacred Valley VIP and the standard tour?

The standard tour visits Pisac, Ollantaytambo and Chinchero. The VIP version adds Moray and the Maras Salt Mines and includes a buffet lunch.

How much is the Cusco Tourist Ticket?

The full ticket for foreign visitors costs approx. S/ 130 and the partial Circuit III ticket approx. S/ 70. Prices are set by the Ministry of Culture and may change.

Is this a good tour for acclimatizing?

Yes. Much of the valley lies lower than Cusco, so it is an excellent activity for your first or second day in the city.

Can I stay in Ollantaytambo to catch the train to Machu Picchu?

Yes. Let us know in advance and we will drop you off at Ollantaytambo station. Also check out our Sacred Valley VIP tour with connection to Machu Picchu.