Cusco | Pisac – Ollantaytambo – Chinchero – Andean Textile Center
EXPLORE THE ENIGMATIC SACRED VALLEY OF THE INCAS
When visitors arrive in Cusco, the first thing they do is head straight for Machu Picchu, one of the New Seven Wonders of the World.
But, there are many other very important archaeological sites in and around the city of Cusco that were also significant and of great importance.
during the Inca empire. Come with us and join us in this exciting trip to the Sacred Valley of the Incas to visit very important sites during the reign of the Inca civilization.
On this day we will visit Ollantayatambo, Pisac and the colorful market of Pisac and then we will visit Chinchero and the Andean Textile Center. On the tour, from Ollantaytambo to Cusco, you will have the opportunity to stop at some fantastic viewpoints to witness the beauty of the Andean mountains and the impressive landscape of the valley.
time of the Incas.
The Sacred Valley of the Incas was a very important place for food production in Inca times where agriculture was the basis of the economy of this society and that even today the local people who occupy these lands still use it for agricultural production. of the corn Throughout this wonderful valley you will enjoy a spectacular view of nature and the sacred river of the Incas that runs through this valley.
Come and enjoy a unique experience visiting the archaeological sites along this valley and enjoy the kindness of the people who live there.
We Our exciting day starts between 7:20 and 7:50 am. m. will pick you up from your accommodation and take our private transport to our first destination of the day. On our way to Pisac, we will make our first stop of the day, about thirty minutes from Cusco. we will be visiting the Qorao Market, to walk around and see the locals selling their crafts,handmade souvenirs and some impressive works of art that you can buy as reminder of your trip or for some gifts for your family and friends at home. Here, you will also have the opportunity to take some photos of the amazing natural beauty of the place and the local fauna, such as llamas.
Then, we will continue towards “El Mirador Del Valle Sacred.” This viewpoint over the valley will provide you with the perfect opportunity to photograph the Andes mountain range and the Sacred Valley together.We will soon arrive in Pisac to visit its colorful market and archeological site. The Pisac complex is known by its terraces that rise to the slopes of the mountain to top in a harmonious way. Also see the largest Inca cemetery and the Inhuatana de Pisac, who is famous for predicting the solstices and equinoxes.They were very important for agriculture in the time of the Incas.
Once our visit to the place is finished, we will drive for another hour to Urubamba and enjoy a delicious buffet lunch of traditional peruvian dishes. There will be a wide range of options available and it is the perfect opportunity to test many foods In the afternoon, we will visit the town of Ollantaytambo to tour its unique and extensive archaeological site, home to water fountains, high terraces, temples and plus. The site is surrounded by towering mountains. colorful peaks and valleys (plus a view of a distant glacier. This town is well conserved with the typical outline of a City built by the Incas with its narrow cobbled streets and stone walls. It is the only original Inca town where the culture lives on to this day. Its conservation allows to admire the enduring legacy of the Inca people and so understand the ancient culture of the Inca. On our way back to Cusco, we will make one last stop at the town of chinchero Here you will have the opportunity to visit a beautiful colonial temple, best known for its wall painting above the entrance (this temple was built on Inca foundations). We will also get to see the Inca walls in the main square. The highlight in this city is watching the local women making textiles. They will teach you the process and the techniques of making textiles and you will also have the opportunity to support them by buying their handmade pieces if you wish. Finally, we will continueto Cusco and we will leave you at your accommodation early at night.
