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The 15 Best Sacred Valley Tours from Cusco, Priced

71 tours  ·  from $14

The valley floor sits several hundred metres below Cusco, which makes it the sane place to spend a first day at altitude. The 15 below cover Pisac, Ollantaytambo, Moray and the Maras salt pans, priced and timed.

From Cusco: Sacred Valley & Maras Salt Mines Tour with Lunch - The 6:00 AM start from Cusco
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From Cusco: Sacred Valley & Maras Salt Mines Tour with Lunch

1.From Cusco: Sacred Valley & Maras Salt Mines Tour with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 2,227 reviews · 1 day · from $28Our pick

This early-starting day tour links Chinchero, Moray, Maras, Urubamba, Ollantaytambo, and Pisac in one long circuit from Cusco. Expect bilingual guides such as Liliana, Lily, Jorge, and Kevin, a buffet lunch, comfortable van travel, textile and salt demonstrations, and roughly 200 steps at Ollantaytambo.

“Everything went smoothly with a not so small group. Lili was our guide and she did amazing!”

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From Cusco: Moray, Maras Salt Mines & Chinchero Weavers Tour - Chinchero: living Quechua textile work
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From Cusco: Moray, Maras Salt Mines & Chinchero Weavers Tour

2.From Cusco: Moray, Maras Salt Mines & Chinchero Weavers Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,925 reviews · 6h 30m · from $15Best value

Travel from Cusco to Chinchero, Moray, Maras, and the Salineras with an English- or Spanish-speaking guide. Expect textile demonstrations, Inca farming terraces, 3,000 salt pools, mountain views, and some shopping stops. Guides such as Felipe and Julio are praised for clear explanations and friendly care.

“Great value and didn't feel rushed. guide was very informative and the bus was clean. Nice scenery during the journey also and managed to take some photos. Would definitely recommend.”

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Cusco: Sacred Valley, Pisac, Ollantaytambo, Salt Mines Moray - An early start from Cusco
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Cusco: Sacred Valley, Pisac, Ollantaytambo, Salt Mines Moray

3.Cusco: Sacred Valley, Pisac, Ollantaytambo, Salt Mines Moray

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 1,058 reviews · 12 hours · from $28

This 12-hour shared tour covers Chinchero, Moray, the Maras salt ponds, Urubamba, Ollantaytambo, and Pisac for $28 per person, with a buffet lunch and bilingual guide included. Guides such as Victor, Edith, Rudy, Samuel, and Christian have earned strong praise for clear explanations and careful timekeeping. You can also finish in Ollantaytambo for a Machu Picchu train.

“Sacred valley wasn’t very interesting but salt mines, moray, ollantaytambo were amazingly beautiful and adventurous. Guide was very good in the beginning. We happened to get of ollantaytambo as we’re going to machupichu, once we reached Ollantaytambo she asked us to get off with with our luggage just back packs and asked to drop off in hotel (2mins from entrance). We rushed back within 5mins, but she disappeared with group and I got panicked. She had all intentions of leaving us behind as she handed our tickets. I missed the details of Ollantaytambo which I was kind of looking forward to hear. However we did it on our own and…”

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Cusco:Chinchero,Moray & Salt Mines drop-off in Ollantaytambo - Moray shows the Incas working with difficult terrain
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Cusco:Chinchero,Moray & Salt Mines drop-off in Ollantaytambo

4.Cusco:Chinchero,Moray & Salt Mines drop-off in Ollantaytambo

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 793 reviews · 8 - 9 hours · from $27

Travel from Cusco to Ollantaytambo while visiting Chinchero’s weaving workshops, Moray’s circular terraces, and the Maras Salt Mines. A bilingual English and Spanish guide explains Andean culture and Inca engineering, with buffet lunch in Urubamba. The tour suits travelers catching an evening train to Machu Picchu.

“Very nicely organized, well timed, kind and professional staff. Communication easy. Our guide, Julio, was great, knowledgeable and fun.”

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Sacred Valley: Chinchero, Moray, Ollantaytambo & Pisac+Lunch - Chinchero: Textiles Before Stone
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Sacred Valley: Chinchero, Moray, Ollantaytambo & Pisac+Lunch

5.Sacred Valley: Chinchero, Moray, Ollantaytambo & Pisac+Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 501 reviews · 12 hours · from $25

Spend about 12 hours touring the Sacred Valley from Cusco, with stops at Chinchero, Moray, Maras Salt Mines, Urubamba, Ollantaytambo, and Pisac. A shared vehicle, English or Spanish guide, and buffet lunch are included. Guides such as Victor, Rudy, William, and Guillian have earned strong praise for lively explanations and good timekeeping.

“Amazing Sacred Valley tour! Everything was well organized, the transportation was comfortable, and the itinerary was perfect. The guide was very friendly, knowledgeable, and explained the history in a clear and interesting way. The landscapes were beautiful and the experience was unforgettable. Highly recommended!”

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Sacred Valley: Maras & Moray by Quad Bike from Cusco - Getting ready at Cruz Pata
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Sacred Valley: Maras & Moray by Quad Bike from Cusco

6.Sacred Valley: Maras & Moray by Quad Bike from Cusco

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 418 reviews · 6 hours · from $39

Ride a single or shared ATV from Cruz Pata through the Sacred Valley to Moray, with about 15 minutes of training before the trip. A guide such as Carlos, Joel, or Floyd explains the terraces and local culture, while the Maras salt mines are visited from a viewpoint by van. Expect dirt, mountain views, and a full six-hour day.

“Definitely worth the money. Amazing view, the 2 hours ATV ride was not too rough. I would do it again. The guides also took some nice pictures for us. It was a long day but great memories. Seeing the salt mines was just as phenomenal.”

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Pisac Indian Market and Ollantaytambo Fortress with Lunch - Ollantaytambo’s massive stonework
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Pisac Indian Market and Ollantaytambo Fortress with Lunch

7.Pisac Indian Market and Ollantaytambo Fortress with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 395 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $84

Spend about 10 hours exploring Pisac and Ollantaytambo from Cusco with a bilingual guide, hotel pickup, market time, Inca ruins, and a Peruvian buffet lunch. Guides such as Adriel, Luis, Alex, and Julio have earned praise for lively explanations. Check your ticket option carefully before booking.

“Really incredible tour of the sacred valley! Perfect if you would like to go at a little slower pace with a smaller group and really get a chance to experience the history of the sacred valley! Our guide was incredibly knowledgeable and even took us to a few little-know spots within the valley so we could get away from the crowds! Cannot recommend enough.”

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From Cusco: Quad bike tour Moray and Salt Mines - Riding to Moray through mountain country
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From Cusco: Quad bike tour Moray and Salt Mines

8.From Cusco: Quad bike tour Moray and Salt Mines

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 314 reviews · 6 hours · from $27

Ride a Honda TRX 250 ATV through the Sacred Valley to Moray and the Maras Salt Mines. After a safety lesson and practice session, you will drive mountain roads, learn how Moray worked as an Inca agricultural laboratory, and visit salt ponds still used today. Guides including Wilson, Gustavo, and Joel are praised for clear instruction and great photos.

“Carlos best guide! Great activity, super worth the money”

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From Cusco: 2-Day Trip to the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu - Pisac reveals the working side of the Inca world
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From Cusco: 2-Day Trip to the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu

9.From Cusco: 2-Day Trip to the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 265 reviews · 2 days · from $370

Travel from Cusco through the Sacred Valley to Pisac and Ollantaytambo, then ride the train to Aguas Calientes for an early Machu Picchu visit. English and Spanish guides, hotel pickup, buses, trains, entrance tickets, and accommodation are arranged for you. Guides such as William, Wally, and Uriel have earned special praise for clear explanations and warm help.

“Great! Our guide was wonderful and the accommodation was nice! Many great things to see.”

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Cusco:Sacred Valley Pisaq,Ollantaytambo,Chinchero with Lunch - Pisac combines ruins, tombs, and shopping
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Cusco:Sacred Valley Pisaq,Ollantaytambo,Chinchero with Lunch

10.Cusco:Sacred Valley Pisaq,Ollantaytambo,Chinchero with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 183 reviews · 10h 30m · from $28

Spend about 10.5 hours exploring Pisac, Ollantaytambo, and Chinchero with an English or Spanish-speaking guide. Expect mountain views, Inca ruins, artisan markets, a buffet lunch in Urubamba, and a weaving demonstration. Guides such as Julio, Nora, and Eddie are known for clear, lively explanations. An Ollantaytambo drop-off is available around 3:00 pm.

“Everything. I got to see everything I was promised, and then some. I highly recommend the activity to all future travelers.”

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Full-Day Excursion to Sacred Valley, Pisac and Ollantaytambo from Cusco - Chinchero begins the day with Inca stone and colonial art
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Full-Day Excursion to Sacred Valley, Pisac and Ollantaytambo from Cusco

11.Full-Day Excursion to Sacred Valley, Pisac and Ollantaytambo from Cusco

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 174 reviews · 13 hours (approx.) · from $47

This 13-hour Cusco excursion visits Chinchero, Moray, Maras, Urubamba, Ollantaytambo, and Pisac with a bilingual guide such as AJ, Abel, Jhon, or Victor. Hotel pickup, transport, guide service, and buffet lunch are included. Expect a fast pace, several shopping stops, and extra entrance fees.

“Ou guide Able was great and explained the Inca culture well. The buffet lunch that was offered was an huge spread and especially enjoyed the Ceviche.”

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Food and Culture Full day Tour in the Sacred Valley - 9:00 a.m. in Urubamba: start with the market
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Food and Culture Full day Tour in the Sacred Valley

12.Food and Culture Full day Tour in the Sacred Valley

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 144 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $200Top rated

Spend 10 hours with Liat tasting market and street food in Urubamba, visiting Ollantaytambo, drinking chicha in a local chicheria, and sharing a festive lunch with an indigenous family in Huilloc. The tour starts at 9:00 a.m. in Urubamba, includes transport between stops, and ends with a traditional dessert.

“Far beyond the food, Liat brings her heart and soul to the tour, a rare opportunity to truly experience the Peruvian people and not just another tourist attraction.”

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Private Tour to Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu from Cusco - Chinchero starts the Sacred Valley day
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Private Tour to Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu from Cusco

13.Private Tour to Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu from Cusco

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 133 reviews · 2 days (approx.) · from $600

Travel privately from Cusco through Chinchero, Maras, Moray, and Ollantaytambo before taking the train to Machu Picchu. The package includes transport, tickets, breakfast, Day 1 lunch, and guides, with Machu Picchu guiding from names such as Elvis, Willy, or Camille depending on the assigned team.

“Excellent treatment on the trips, very friendly, attentive and helpful, I would definitely recommend it for those travelers looking for who takes care of everything, greetings to Camille- Machupicchu sacred”

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From Cusco: Moray, Maras Salt Mines & Chinchero Weavers Half-Day - Moray’s Inca farming experiment at 3,450 meters
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From Cusco: Moray, Maras Salt Mines & Chinchero Weavers Half-Day

14.From Cusco: Moray, Maras Salt Mines & Chinchero Weavers Half-Day

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 126 reviews · 6 to 7 hours (approx.) · from $15

Travel from Cusco to Chinchero, Moray, and the Maras salt mines in 6 to 7 hours. Guides such as Felipe, Julio, Eddie, and Manuel explain Andean farming, Quechua weaving, natural dyes, and salt production. Transport and hotel pickup are included, while site fees and food are extra.

“Interesting trip but the mini bus was very uncomfortable especially when it is full. The guide was great at explaining things.”

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Sacred Valley Full-Day Private Tour from Urubamba & Ollantaytambo - Ollantaytambo: the day’s grand opening
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Sacred Valley Full-Day Private Tour from Urubamba & Ollantaytambo

15.Sacred Valley Full-Day Private Tour from Urubamba & Ollantaytambo

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 112 reviews · 9 to 10 hours (approx.) · from $135

Start at 8:00 am from your Urubamba or Ollantaytambo accommodation for a private 9 to 10-hour tour of Ollantaytambo, Moray, Maras, and Chinchero. Expect private transport, a local guide such as Pablo, Sam, or Ferdinand, plenty of Inca history, and time for a local lunch. Entrance fees and lunch cost extra.

“Great experience. Excellent guide. Very informative and good combination of sites. Highly recommended to anyone interested in Inca history.”

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