The tour begins with pickups from hostels between 6:15 and 6:30 AM, heading to the Sacred Valley of the Incas (VIP). Our first stop is Chinchero, a charming town where you can admire agricultural terraces and the remnants of Tupac Inca Yupanqui’s royal treasury. Chinchero is renowned for its well-preserved Inca walls in the main square and its beautiful colonial temple built atop Inca foundations.

Continuing our journey, we arrive at Maras and Moray, a unique archaeological site. Here, you’ll see massive natural depressions in the earth, transformed into agricultural terraces with sophisticated irrigation systems. The temperature differences between the top and bottom levels of these terraces highlight Moray’s role as an important center for acclimatizing and hybridizing wild plant species for human consumption.

Next, we visit the salt mines located 7 kilometers northwest of Maras. Known as «Las Salineras,» these 3,000 small pools are built along the mountainside of Qaqawiñay. During the dry season, saltwater from a nearby spring fills these pools every three days. As the water evaporates, the salt gradually solidifies over a month-long process, producing high-quality salt.

We then proceed to the fortress and citadel of Ollantaytambo, a site constructed to guard the valley’s entrance and protect it from potential invasions. You’ll have the chance to walk through the town’s ancient streets, gaining insight into how this military, religious, and cultural hub functioned during the Inca Empire.

Finally, we visit Pisaq, where you’ll explore an impressive archaeological zone and a bustling craft market, concluding the tour with a glimpse into the rich history and vibrant culture of the Sacred Valley.