The Sacred Valley of The Incas Is Made up of the Following Sites:
Pisaq:
This picturesque town located at the entrance of the Sacred Valley of the Incas is made up of a blend of mestizo and colonial
architecture. Founded during the reign of Viceroy Francisco de Toledo, the town has both western and native features that make it
an distinctive town of the region.
Pisaq Arts and Crafts Market:
Here merchants sell handicrafts , the most important of which are textiles and ceramic goods, such as ceremonial cups called
“qeros,” plates, ashtrays, necklaces and replicas of pre-Hispanic pottery. They also sell ponchos, sweaters and bags. On Sundays,
there is a traditional mass held in Quechua, which is attended by the Varayoc or village leaders from the surrounding communities.
Pisaq Archaeological Complex:
Located a few kilometers from the mestizo town of Pisac, one can find the remains of this pre-Columbian settlement. These
remains take up an entire mountain and are divided into different zones, the main one being the Intiwatana, which is admired for
the architectural skill with which its constructions were built. At the same time, the pre-Hispanic cemetery is also of great interest, as
it is the largest found in this part of the continent. The complex is also famous for the terraces that circle the mountains and
the watchtowers, which were used as observation points as well as for control and military defense.
Calca:
This area has a beautiful landscape, surrounded by the Pitusiray and the Sawasiray snow-capped mountains. The archaeological
complex of Huchuy Qosqo is located in this province, as well as the medicinal hot springs of Machacancha and Minasmoqo (cold
bubbling mineral water).
Yucay:
This town is associated with some important events in Incan and colonial history. In the spacious Plaza de Armas we find a
beautiful, impressive tree, the Pisonay, whose leafy branches and beautiful flowers grant the town an air of festivity and elegance.
This area is also known for the famous palace of the Inca Sairy Tupac II. Yucay was a center of agricultural production for the Incas
because of its mild climate, fertile land, abundant water and vegetation,especially fruit trees.
Urubamba:
Located at the foot of the majestic snow-capped peak mountain Chicon, this town is considered the Heart of the Sacred Valley. It is
also known as the “Pearl of the Vilcanota River,” because the river passes through it. With a beautiful countryside and a typically
warm climate, Urubamba has many possibilities for tourist activities, especially adventure tourism. During the rainy season, there
is an abundance of seasonal fruit. This area was also a pre-Hispanic agricultural center.
Ollantaytambo:
The fortress of Ollantaytambo was a gigantic agricultural, administrative, social, religious and military center in the era of the
Tahuantinsuyo. One can still see the distinctly pre-Hispanic architectural style of its narrow streets and plazas as well as
trapezoidal shaped temple and palace doors.
Chinchero:
A former Inca agricultural complex, the current town of Chinchero is a blend of Andean and Hispanic architecture and is also home
to a unique archaeological complex made up of the remains of unique buildings, places of worship, and terraces for growing crops.
Note: The Tourist Ticket, which allows entrances to all archeological sites in Cusco and the Sacred Valley of the Incas is required
for this tour and is sold separately.
Pisaq:
This picturesque town located at the entrance of the Sacred Valley of the Incas is made up of a blend of mestizo and colonial
architecture. Founded during the reign of Viceroy Francisco de Toledo, the town has both western and native features that make it
an distinctive town of the region.
Pisaq Arts and Crafts Market:
Here merchants sell handicrafts , the most important of which are textiles and ceramic goods, such as ceremonial cups called
“qeros,” plates, ashtrays, necklaces and replicas of pre-Hispanic pottery. They also sell ponchos, sweaters and bags. On Sundays,
there is a traditional mass held in Quechua, which is attended by the Varayoc or village leaders from the surrounding communities.
Pisaq Archaeological Complex:
Located a few kilometers from the mestizo town of Pisac, one can find the remains of this pre-Columbian settlement. These
remains take up an entire mountain and are divided into different zones, the main one being the Intiwatana, which is admired for
the architectural skill with which its constructions were built. At the same time, the pre-Hispanic cemetery is also of great interest, as
it is the largest found in this part of the continent. The complex is also famous for the terraces that circle the mountains and
the watchtowers, which were used as observation points as well as for control and military defense.
Calca:
This area has a beautiful landscape, surrounded by the Pitusiray and the Sawasiray snow-capped mountains. The archaeological
complex of Huchuy Qosqo is located in this province, as well as the medicinal hot springs of Machacancha and Minasmoqo (cold
bubbling mineral water).
Yucay:
This town is associated with some important events in Incan and colonial history. In the spacious Plaza de Armas we find a
beautiful, impressive tree, the Pisonay, whose leafy branches and beautiful flowers grant the town an air of festivity and elegance.
This area is also known for the famous palace of the Inca Sairy Tupac II. Yucay was a center of agricultural production for the Incas
because of its mild climate, fertile land, abundant water and vegetation,especially fruit trees.
Urubamba:
Located at the foot of the majestic snow-capped peak mountain Chicon, this town is considered the Heart of the Sacred Valley. It is
also known as the “Pearl of the Vilcanota River,” because the river passes through it. With a beautiful countryside and a typically
warm climate, Urubamba has many possibilities for tourist activities, especially adventure tourism. During the rainy season, there
is an abundance of seasonal fruit. This area was also a pre-Hispanic agricultural center.
Ollantaytambo:
The fortress of Ollantaytambo was a gigantic agricultural, administrative, social, religious and military center in the era of the
Tahuantinsuyo. One can still see the distinctly pre-Hispanic architectural style of its narrow streets and plazas as well as
trapezoidal shaped temple and palace doors.
Chinchero:
A former Inca agricultural complex, the current town of Chinchero is a blend of Andean and Hispanic architecture and is also home
to a unique archaeological complex made up of the remains of unique buildings, places of worship, and terraces for growing crops.
Note: The Tourist Ticket, which allows entrances to all archeological sites in Cusco and the Sacred Valley of the Incas is required
for this tour and is sold separately.
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Tour times:
9:00 AM – 6:30 PM
Tour days:
- Tuesdays
- Thursdays
- Sundays
Tour includes:
- Transportation,
- Bilingual tour guide,
- Buffet lunch.
Tour Price:
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9:00 AM – 6:30 PM
Tour days:
- Tuesdays
- Thursdays
- Sundays
Tour includes:
- Transportation,
- Bilingual tour guide,
- Buffet lunch.
Tour Price:
US$35
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