Location: Ollantaytambo
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The 10 Best Archaeology Tours in Ollantaytambo, Cusco Region
Ollantaytambo has some of the oldest continuously-occupied buildings in South America. Once a stronghold of Inca resistance to Spanish colonization, it's remarkably well-preserved. Many travelers visit Ollantaytambo because it's the beginning of the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu, but don't rush through—the ruins are fascinating.
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1. 4-Day || All Included || - City Tour - Sacred Valley & MachuPicchu - Group
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
The tour of Cusco, Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu takes you through all the most important sites of Cusco such as: Qoricancha also known as the Temple of the Sun, we will also visit Sacsayhuaman, one of the most emblematic places of the Inca Empire built by the Inca Pachacuteq in the 15th century. We will continue the tour of the Sacred Valley which is one of the most popular routes in the Cusco region. Finally we will take you to one of the most incredible train trips in the world and we will go to Machu Picchu "One of the seven wonders of the modern world".
Inclusions: Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, All entrance, tour guide, train tickets
Exclusions: meals not mentioned
Reviewed By 318mar_aguadalupej
I loved the Rainbow Mountain tour. Good food, beautiful places, easy than we expected, I loved it, I would do it again !.
2. 2-Day Private Huchuy Qosqo Trek to Machu Picchu from Cusco
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
This private overnight trek is ideal for those who really want to be far in the middle of nowhere with only nature surrounding them. This is a relatively easy hike of only 4- 5 hours, with elevations from 6725-13287 feet (2050-4050 m). Huchuy Qosqo (small Cusco) is situated above the Sacred Valley of the Incas, or Valley of Urubamba, and offers spectacular views over the mountain range Cordillera de Vilcanota of the Andes and snow-capped mountains over the 5000 msnm. You will enjoy the hike over the Salkantay, Veronica, Chicon and pitusiray high mountains.
Inclusions: Lunch, Overnight accommodation in Hotel 3 Stars. , Professional guide, Private tour, Meals as per itinerary (01=breakfast, 01=lunch), Train Tickets / Bus tickets / admission fees
Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Breakfast 1D, Lunch2D , Dinner1D are not included, BIOSECURITY PROTOCOLS AND SUPPLIES COVID - 19
Reviewed By Valerie D
After a 10 day Traveling adventure with a group through another traveling group, my friend and I opted for a private tour of Rainbow Mountain! Unfortunately it snowed on the day we reserved our tour; however it was one of our most enjoyable days due to the kindness of our guide Richard. He was very informative regarding the history and culture of the area and people. We were able to see some beautiful sites on the way to and home. We met some local folks, stopped by a lovely place to eat Los Cabanas and have coffee. The food was awesome!! Richard took some beautiful photos and was patient with us when we wanted to stop to view some sights/alpacas!! The time with Cusco Holiday Peru Servicios Turisticos was one of our most favorite and memorable!! Thanks for such a wonderful time and adventure!!
3. Sacred Valley Complete Tour (Full Day)
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5.0 based on 8 reviews
Sacred Valley of the Incas connected with the salt mines of Maras and the agricultural terraces Inca of Moray is an unforgettable tour for people who have little time in the city of Cusco. You will appreciate the beautiful Inca Valley and snow-capped mountains, fields of culture and villages full of color and tradition.
Inclusions: Transport, Bi-lingual Guide, Lunch
Exclusions: Full Tourist ticket (70 soles, Boleto Turistico, You can buy at the point of entry), Entry to Maras (10 soles, You can buy at the point of entry), Tips
Reviewed By TerryHam1
We went to hike around the sacred valley of the Incas which was amazing. We and our guide were the only hikers on the trail; the path was great; porters very friendly, the food of our chef fantastic. All the crew of Happy Gringo tours gave us a nice experience. The guide Henry is highly recommend to hike with to Machu Picchu. Thanks for this lifetime experience,
4. Sacred Valley Tour (1 day)
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
The Sacred Valley sits on the banks of the Urubamba River, in Inca times it was very important in agricultural production, on the tour you will visit its beautiful traditional towns settled from ancestral times, which preserve their culture, art and architecture, we will visit Pisac, where the fertility of its lands and the strategic location made it occupied since pre-Inca times; Ollantaytambo, an archaeological complex that was a military, religious and agricultural center, we will finish with a stop at the Chinchero viewpoint. A stop is made for lunch in Urubamba. Due to time limits established by the Ministry of Culture, we do not visit the Chinchero archaeological complex. Duration: 11 hours (Reference from 8:00 am to 6:00 pm).
Inclusions: Transport service, Guide Service, Lunch
Exclusions: Entrance tickets to places of visit, Services not specified., Travel insurance, Expenses for inconveniences
Reviewed By CurlyChicas
We were very impressed with the quality and value of our tour. We have lived In South America for the past year and we finally made it to Machu Picchu! Eco Tours helped to make our tour really magical! They did a really good job of being well-organized and punctual. We did the 2-day Sacred Valley and train tour to Machu Picchu with them and everything was spot-on, the guides were courteous and their knowledge of the history was stellar. We really appreciated the good briefing before our Machu Picchu visit, they completely customized the tour to our speed, and yet we didn’t feel we missed anything. (Did you know that there are no bathroom facilities once you get inside the ruins!? We were really happy to have known that in advance!) We really appreciated the personalized service, and the owner, Lida, even checked in with us to be sure that everything went well, which was most appreciated. Highly recommended!
5. 8 Days Best of The Inca Empire from Lima
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5.0 based on 2 reviews
The Inca Empire right at our feet. Visit the most representative and astonishing sites of each place we visit. A memorable selection of the main attractions offered by Cusco and Lima.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, All transfers from/to airports, hotels, railway and bus station., All tours & excursions included in the itinerary, 7 nights accommodation according with the itinerary and hotel class options., All entrance fees in each tour & excursion included
Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Gratuities, Airfare: Lima - Cusco - Lima
Reviewed By LuizDutraNeto
Visiting Lima is always a rewarding experience! We booked an early evening visit to the awesome "Huaca Pucllana" inca ruins, rather impressive with the scenic lights on. Right after the visit, reservations were made at "Huaca Pucllana Dining Experience", a restaurant by the acclaimed Chef Marilú Madueño! No need to say we got a table almost in front of the main pyramid! What a feeling! We had a fantastic dinner, with courteous and kind service, a nice wine and Chef Marilú Madueño outstanding cuisine - Italian flavors and Peruvian touches. We loved the experience! Bon Appétit!
6. Private Full-Day Tour To Machu Picchu with Lunch
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5.0 based on 54 reviews
Visit one of the seven wonders of the world with a unique service and a local Tour guide 100 % expert and with very good English domain, Enjoy the magic, the landscape, food, people and the great history of this place. This experience is private and personalized with lunch included, so you can make a dream come true.
Inclusions: Private guided tour in Machu Picchu (from 2 to 2:30 hrs), Local English- or Spanish-speaking guide, Lunch (appetizer and main course)., Private transfer to Ollantaytambo Train Station (Round Trip), Hotel pickup and drop-off. Note: Some hotels are in areas where the access by vehicle is not permitted. Send hotel details in order to arrange your pickup and drop-off in a nearby place if necessary., Conssetur Bus for go up and down to Machu Picchu
Exclusions: Gratuities, Food and drinks, unless specified
Reviewed By gaving1234
This was a fantastic tour led by a guide named Eddie. Eddie was incredible! He was very knowledgeable, his English was fantastic, and he really made sure everyone could go at a pace they wanted to. We took our time, took many photos, and really enjoyed the experience.
7. Machu Picchu full day - PRIVATE TOUR
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5.0 based on 153 reviews
On this full-day private tour from Cusco, we will travel from the Andes to the jungle mountains and arrive at Machu Picchu, where you will explore and learn the history and architecture of the Lost City of the Incas. You will be surprised by the constructions, terraces, temples and the natural environment.
Inclusions: Information prior to the tour in private at your hotel, Transfers in private from Cusco to the train station in Ollantaytambo, Private professional tour guide (speaks Spanish and English), Buffet lunch in Aguas Calientes, Train Ticket in Expedition/Voyager service Ollantaytambo - Aguas Calientes round trip
Exclusions: Hotel night in Cusco., Entrance to Huayna Picchu.
Reviewed By sophiab643
Cannot say enough great things about this tour. We had only a short time in Cusco so we did the one day tour from Cusco including Machu Picchu and the hike of Huayna Picchu. Joseth met with us at our hostel the day before our tour to give us our tickets, go over the day and answer any questions we may have had. The next morning at exactly 4am, a van was at our hostel waiting to taking us to the train station (shoutout to William the driver!) William made sure we found the train ok and then as soon as we got off the train in Aguas Calientes, our tour guide Andre was waiting for us. It was a private tour with Andre who was absolutely fantastic. Not only was the tour informational, Andre also covered all the really interesting cultural aspects of Machu Picchu. After a wonderful tour, Andre reviewed with us how to get back to Aguas Calientes and to our train on time. He left us at the base of Huayna Picchu to hike it. We had lunch in Aguas Calientes and made our way back to the train. At the station, there was another driver waiting for us who dropped us off at our hostel at the end of the day (around 8:30 PM). Joseth checked on us via WhatsApp during the trip to make sure everything was running smoothly. All of the staff was absolutely wonderful! Highly recommend!
8. Full-Day Excursion to Sacred Valley, Pisac and Ollantaytambo from Cusco
Overall Ratings
4.8 based on 6 reviews
You will know the 5 most important places in the Sacred Valley All tickets are included You will have a buffet lunch of the 30 best dishes of Peru. We have fun and knowledgeable guide, a friend on your excursion
Inclusions: Pick up from your hotel between 6:30 a.m. to 6:55 a.m., Round trip transportation, Professional Guide, Chinchero entrance, Moray and Salineras entry, Ollantaytambo entrance, Pisac Entrance, Buffet lunch with 30 varieties of typical Peruvian dishes.
Exclusions: Tips
Reviewed By wyligutierres
They left me near the main square which favored me for lunch. I really liked the tour. Thanks! I recommend it!!!!
9. 10-day Tour from Lima: Amazon Jungle, Machu Picchu and Lake Titicaca
Overall Ratings
4.7 based on 6 reviews
Explore Peru on a 10 day tour from Lima. Fly to the Amazon Jungle and see native wildlife in their natural habitat. Visit the Sacred Valley of the Incas and see Machu Picchu and the city of Cusco. Then, take a scenic tourist coach ride to Lake Titicaca and be amazed by the unique Uros floating islands made of totora reed and Taquile island.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, 9 nights of accommodation in carefully selected hotels, Professional English Speaking Tour Guide, Professional Driver, Round Trip Expedition Train To Machu Picchu, Local Taxes, Round Trip Bus Aguas Calientes €- Machu Picchu - Aguas Calientes, All Jungle Excursions, All Excursions And Tours, All Transfers And Transportation, Tourist Coach From Cusco to Puno, Speedy Deluxe Motor Boat Trip To Uros And Taquile Islands
Exclusions: Gratuities, International Flights, Domestic Flights, Optional Huayna Picchu Hike: ($15USD Per Person)
Reviewed By Jzeliger51
We had 2 nights in the Amazon at Amazona Posadas. We packed in a lot to very little time. The lodge was beautiful and very comfortable, food was excellent. Our guide was very good but seemed a bit disinterested at times. Very knowledgeable. We then went to Cusco, had a walking tour and cooking class. Our new guide, Albero was excellent. Our cooking class with Jesus was fun, very accommodating. We then moved on to the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu. Highly recommend the hike at MP Mountain. Our guide was very supportive and patient! Next we then went to the Rainbow Mountain. Unfortunately, though I requested we NOT go to Vinicunca, that is where we were taken. It was very beautiful, but very crowded. I did not understand why we did not go to Palcoyo. Was told later it was not accessible due to landslides. This may have been the case, but was unhappy about the lack of transparency prior to embarking. Overall, we were very happy with our experience and grateful to have completed it before the travel restrictions were set in place for the COVID pandemic.
10. Full-Day Private tour: Chinchero, Maras, Moray, Ollantaytambo, Pisac Market
Overall Ratings
4.6 based on 14 reviews
You will start your tour in Chinchero, which was one of the most important populations during the Inca empire. However, it was victim of the extirpation of idolatries, action that replaced the traditional deities by Catholic ones, in order to transform popular beliefs. Then visit Maras, an impressive complex of salt mining. They are large deposits of salt used for exchange for other products with other regions of the empire. On the other hand, the archaeological site of Moray consists of mysterious concentric circular terraces that for some investigators would be an agricultural research center. Free time for lunch and then visit Ollantaytambo, a typical example of urban planning of the Incas. The archaeological complex called fortress although it was a tambo, a resting and lodging place for long distance travellers. Finally visit the citadel of Pisac. The market has dozens of stalls displaying and selling goods crafted by residents of the area. After the visit return to your hotel.
Inclusions: Pickup and drop-off, Professional bilingual tour guide (Spanish and English)., Touristic transportation., Admission to Maras.
Exclusions: Gratuities, Personal expenses, Cusco Tourist ticket - BTC, Lunch.
Reviewed By Vaqnya
Truly recommend this trip to everyone who is fed up with the modern consumption world. A magic spiritual place, very well organised tour from the very first minute, starts from picking up from your hotel, till last one. The guide who accompanied us - MARCO, was very helpful, incredibly knowledgeable and prepared to answer every single question we had, regarding not only Maccu Picchu but also about Peru history, traditions and culture. This add a lot of additional value to our trip. About the place and the feelings that it brought is difficult to write, they need to be experienced individually.
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