When arriving at the Sacred Valley, it is impossible not to be impressed by the beauty of the Urubamba mountains and the green fields bathed by the waters of the meandering Vilcanota River.
This splendid Andean valley is home to major archaeological sites and picturesque villages that have maintained their ancestral culture. Maras, Moray, Pisac, Chinchero and Ollantaytambo form part of this cultural richness, but the valley also offers incredible natural beauty which is the perfect setting for outdoor sports, or simply for relaxing.
The Sacred Valley promises days of exploration and adventure on the route to the famous ruins of Machu Picchu.
How to get to the Sacred Valley?
Route 1
Lima-Cusco:
1 h 15 min approximately
Center of Cusco-Sacred Valley:
1 h 30 min approximately
What to do in the Sacred Valley?
Try the typical local corn beer known as “chicha”.
Take a mountain bike tour of Maras and Moray.
Wander through the Pisac handcraft market.
General information
Altitude:
3 274 meters above sea levelClimate:
Min. 1 ℃/ Max. 20 ℃Essentials:
Camera, sunscreen, cash.
