We had a fantastic experience with our tour guide Alfredo! We highly recommend this day trip. Alfredo was very knowledgeable and fluent in English. It was a lot of fun to learn so much about the Inka culture and history. You could tell that Alfredo loves this country and its rich history which made this tour unforgettable. The driver Alfonso was great too. We felt safe at all times. Pick up and drop off was as agreed upon on time. Very professional.
About Activity
What's Included
Includes
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Private transportation
- Professional driver guide.
Excludes
- Salt Mines Ticket S/20.00 soles per person.
- Tourist tickets S/70.00 soles per person.
- Lunch
- Tips
Departure & Return
Departure Point
- Traveler pick up offered
Itinerary
We pick you up from your hotel at 7:00 am, then we will go to the town of Chinchero, which is located about 45 minutes from the city of Cusco, in this Inca town we will visit one of the textile centers where we will see the demonstration of dyeing of alpaca wool with natural dyes as it was done in Inca times opting for the natural colors of plants and some minerals, after seeing this demonstration we will visit the Inca citadel of Chinchero where we will see palaces, temples, agricultural terraces among others .
After visiting the archaeological zone of Chinchero, 25 minutes away we will visit the 3000 famous salt mines pools where we see how people harvest salt as it was done in the time of the Incas.
After exploring the salt mines, we will visit Moray, one of the agricultural experimentation centers of Inca times, this place is well known for the large number of microclimates that each Inca platform has from the upper part to the lower part.
About 45 minutes from Moray is Ollantaytambo an Inca citadel that shows us one of the most impressive megalithic works of Inca time, with lithic blocks that weigh between 80 to 100 tons, we will also have the opportunity to visit the famous astronomical temple dedicated to the Sun God. .
After this place 30 minutes away is the town of Urubamba where we will give a 45 stop minute to have lunch, after this place we will visit the archeological zone of Pisaq, with temples palaces, agricultural terraces, and others, after this place we will return to the city of Cusco.
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Reviews
The tour with Alfredo was excellent! He knew the best spots and the history behind everything. It was a great learning experience!
We took a private tour to ride from our hotel in Cusco to Urubamba. It was a very enjoyable experience that our tour guide, Alfredo, cover several attractions with good explanations of the sites. A fun day to reach our hotel in Urubamba!
Amazing experience with Alfredo and Alfonso. Extremely recommended. They were very flexible with the pick up point and they organise for us the best tour plan ever changing the stops based on our needs. Alfredo was extremely professional and really well prepared.
We had the best day on this tour! You will leave feeling like you’ve seen all the highlights from the sacred valley. Our guide, Alfredo, was very knowledgeable and clearly passionate about the Incas and the various sites. We learned a lot! The itinerary itself was also great. It’s an 11 hour day, which is ambitious, but Alfredo and our driver, Alfonso, made the whole experience go by fast. They also knew which areas to go to first to avoid the really large tour bus crowds - at each site, we were leaving as those groups were entering. I will recommend this tour and company to anyone coming to Cusco.
I really enjoyed learning about the Inca people and their amazing culture. The pace of the day is just right, the host is informative and funny, the driver is safe and professional!
Alfredo was a great tour guide! He shared so much knowledge about the different areas and Inca sites. We were able to spend more time actually exploring and learning verse waiting in the long group tour lines. Definitely recommend.
We had an amazing tour of the Sacred Valley. Alfredo was great. He took us to all the places and spent time explaining everything. Alfredo drove us around the Sacred Valley with great skill. I would highly recommend this tour with Alfredo.
We had the pleasure of a private tour with Alfonso and Alfredo to the fabulous sites for a full day. Their extensive knowledge was invaluable. Nothing was too hard for them. The tour avoided many of the crowds and took some of the off the beaten tracks to see things big tours would miss. It was a highlight of our trip.
Enjoying all of beautiful Cusco was the highlight of my tour with a great knowledgeable tour guide and a safe driver!
Alfredo and his driver, Marco customized a Sacred Valley Tour that meet our interest and timeline. Alfredo is super knowledgeable and accommodating. We have had numerous tours and guides during our Peruvian adventures and we appreciated the care and attention that Alfredo provided. He is head and shoulders above the rest
Great tour with a great guide Julio who was very knowledgeable and welcoming with nothing being to difficult. Highly recommend
Our guide Alfredo was absolutely incredible! He did a great job explaining everything as we went, took plenty of time for photos and never made us feel rushed. I also definitely recommend a tour of this area. I had skipped it last time I was in Peru and some things are more impressive than Machu Picchu. Me and my wife had an awesome time
Our tour guide, Alfredo, was excellent and very helpful. He adjusted the tour for our specific duration and places we wanted to cover. He paced the tours for our family and even dropped us at the airport. We had ran out of cash for the entry fees that had to be paid in soles. He lent us the cash and took us to an ATM where we could withdraw to repay him. His helpfulness in a foreign country and care to show the best views of the sites were priceless. He knew the right spots to take our family pictures. Thank you Alfredo!
This tour through the Sacred Valley was awesome! We learned so much and Alfredo our guide was top notch. Alfredo made sure that we were comfortable throughout the entire tour and his planning of the day enabled us to beat the crowds at every stop. Alfredo is super passionate about Incan history and it made learning about it, that much more enjoyable. Highly recommend.
An unforgettable experience! We took a full day tour of the Sacred Valley Maras Moray and the Salt Mines with Alfredo as our guide and driver. Alfredo was a very safe driver and a courteous and knowledgeable guide. The sites we saw were so awe-inspiring, often leaving us speechless, but Alfredo’s great depth of knowledge of both Inca and pre-Inca history and culture filled in any gaps where we may have had questions, had our brains been able to ask them. The altitude was high and Alfredo was sure to check on how we were doing regularly. The restaurant we stopped at offered a buffet with amazing options. All in all it was a truly spectacular tour that we would highly recommend - so much so that we plan to book additional tours with Alfredo before our time in Peru is up!
Our tour with Alfredo was above and beyond our expectations. Alfredo was a fantastic tour guide and very passionate about his culture. We would definitely recommend him and his company should you wish to visit the Sacred Valley.
Great experience with Alfredo as our guide. His English is very good, he is knowledgable, and he is very accommodating. He also was able to answer all of our questions. We traveled with my 65 year-old mother and he always made sure she was doing alright with the altitude. Also, we enjoyed the shops that he brought us to and found that they were often the best quality and prices in the area.
We just finished this tour. It was excellent experience. Alfredo was very knowledgeable of the local history, speak good English, on time and most importantly very patient. After we finished this tour, used him for the Cusco city private tour, right in the middle of tour our flight got cancelled and had to spend an hour to rebook the later flight since our connecting flight was on the same night. Alfredo was so accommodating and patient during the entire time. I highly recommend this tour and Alfredo.
Alfredo was wonderful! Picked us up right from our hotel in San Blas and took us to all the mentioned sites. It is a busy day objectively but it did not feel that way. In Chinchero we were able to see a very educational demonstration by the local Andean women about how Alpaca wool is processed, dyed using natural materials, and spun into various products. We also learned how to spot fake baby alpaca wool! We were able to shop in the adjoining store and ended up purchasing gifts for family members. We didn't feel pressured to buy at all. We then saw the ruins in Chinchero. The next stop was the Maras salt mines - really unique! We had the option to stop at a local shop to try some Maras salt which we did as well. Again no pressure to buy. Next, we went to Moray and saw 2 large farming terraces. The next stop was Ollantaytambo which boasted the temple of the sun! I learned a lot here about how the Incans were able to move such large stones, and learned about the unique spot that allowed the Incans and pre-incan civilizations to keep track of the solstices/equinoxes. For lunch we stopped at a delicious buffet with lots of veggie options. Next we headed to Pisac for the ruins there. Lastly, we made an optional stop at a silver shop - I learned about silver and semiprecious stones. No pressure to buy but it was an educational presentation and fun to look at the wares. We were finally dropped off back at our hotel. Alfredo has a lot of knowledge. He has a deep understanding of the local customs and culture and his pride for his heritage is so clear. We loved spending our day with him and highly recommend this tour to see all the big sacred valley sights in one day.
The tour was very well organized beautiful views, amazing monuments, and Alfredo is an excellent guide!
Alvaro and his brother were a great team. Very Informative tour, and really accommodated us very well. Highly recommend this tour if you want a comprehensive tour of the Sacred Valley. PS: It's a long day, so be prepared!
Hey - we are Tamir & Bri. We are a couple visiting from NYC. We just took Alfredo’s Sacred Valley tour yesterday and I’ve got to say - it was exceptional and he was exceptional. Alfredo was on time, and extremely knowledgeable and has a real passion for the sacred valley. (He’s been doing this 18 years, so he really knows a lot). We learnt a ton about the culture and saw a the majority of sites in the Sacred Valley in one day - without it feeling rushed in anyway. Alfredo was also incredibly patient when we wanted to stop and buy souvenirs, which was a good few times. I’d recommend this tour for anyone that wants to see the main sights of the Sacred Valley in a day and really know more about the culture - without it feeling rushed at all. After browsing a bunch of Sacred Valley tours, we came across this tour and it seemed to have majority positive feedback, so we decided to give it a shot. Really glad we did. Really the highlight of our trip to Peru so far. And we’d sincerely recommend this tour to anyone that wants to truly experience the sacred valley and it’s culture. (P.S - there were a ton more places we stopped than just the pictures we’ve uploaded. It truly was an incredible experience and you’ll see a lot)
We had a wonderful day with Willfredo. He did his best to make sure we saw all the sights despite having a short amount of time. He was knowledgeable, friendly, helpful, and had a good sense of humor. We appreciated that he allowed us to spend our limited time according to our preferences. Can't believe we comfortably saw so much in one day!
Initially we had a tour round Qorichanka with Alfredo and he did such a great job that we contacted him to arrange a private day tour at a later date. As well as visiting four sites in the sacred valley, we also stopped off at a couple of artesanal workshops to learn more about the alpaca wool and also to find out more about the process of salt mining. Unlike other tours I’ve been on, these stops felt really relevant to learning more about the Quenchuan community and there was no pressure to purchase anything. Alfredo is really passionate and knowledgable, and was able to answer any question that we had. He was both our tour guide and driver, and also took lots of photos of us which was really helpful. All in all it was one of the best tours we’ve had and really recommend it!
We had an excellent tour with Alfredo around the sacred valley. We originally met him during a tour of Qorikancha and were so impressed we decided to book a sacred valley day tour with him. He picked us up from our accommodation right on time and took us in his comfy car to the first site, giving us interesting information on the way. The insights continued from site to site with small stops in between such as viewing spots, a place to learn about traditional textile production and a stop to taste products made with salt from the salt mines. The sites on the tour are amazing, with lots of variety and opportunities to learn about different aspects of the Incan empire and way of life. Alfredo is very knowledgeable, very friendly and provided us with just the right amount of information (he also has a great folder too with images etc to help explain things further). He was great at providing any answers to any questions we had too. You really need to do a tour to get the most of the Sacred Valley and I’d definitely recommend Alfredo and his company as the ones to go with.
An excellent option to visit main cities and constructions of Inca civilization. The guide was very kind and answer ours question
We were on limited time so did a private tour. It was wonderful and our guide was so knowledgeable and fun to be around. Highly recommend!!
everything was amazing with him. We made two private excursions. very clear and slow in his comments. we recommend them. and we leave a hug to one of the guardians of this magical culture.
Great trip through the highlights of the sacred valley. Great guide and able to see much more on our own pace as a private tour!
The entire experience was wonderful! My guide Alfredo was thoughtful, knowledgeable and considerate. He picked me up on time, and arranged the tour very well. He taught me a lot of history and culture about sacred valley. He was very accommodating with my schedule. I also wanted to highlight that I left my hat in his car..he even dropped it off at my hotel the next day. The entire tour was so pleasant. Highly recommend for anyone who wants a little flexibility and more tailored experience.
Such a wonderful experience. The tourguide Alfredo was amazing, knowledgeable and very engaging. He was a wonderful driver and had a very spacious and comfortable car. I would deffinately recommend this tour to everyone especially with Alfredo.
Alfredo was a phenomenal tour guide. His wealth of knowledge and enthusiasm made our trip through the Sacred Vally a trip of a lifetime. He took great care of our group.. This transformative experience was so first class my husband and I were sad to say our good byes. We consider Alfredo a friend at this point and highly recommend his services.
I have spent a week in Cusco, Peru. Alfredo has served as my guide on four excursions including the Moray Salt mines. I enthusiastically recommend Alfredo--Knowledgeable, articulate, entertaining and client satisfaction focused.
Alfredo was an awesome tour guide ! We had a great time because he made it special... our kids enjoyed the history, sites, food and all the details. So thankful for a great experience! This is a 10/10 review !
We had a private tour for our small group of friends. We got a private van with driver and personal guide. The guide was incredibly knowledgeable and friendly. Alfredo worked with us to shorten the tour to match our schedule. I couldn't recommend them more!
My friends and I had a great time on the sacred valley tour. We wanted to see the Sacred Valley as well as the salt mines and Moray but thought we wouldn’t be able to fit it into our schedule. Alfredo tailored the tour for us so that we saw it all with time to spare. He is extremely knowledgeable and speaks English perfectly. I highly recommend this tour. I only wish we’d found him sooner to try one of the other tours he offers!
Guys, Alfredo is the best guide we've ever known. I highly recommend, as we took a private tour with him. He picked us up and left where we were. Very attentive and taught everything, even to my youngest son. It's worth it!
Excellent care and treatment, extensive knowledge in the areas visited. Transport very safe and open to all kinds of doubts
It is my second visit to the Sacred Valley, the previous one in 2011. Alfredo, our guide, accompanied us throughout the day on a magical tour, showing us many new things. He didn’t miss an opportunity to tell us stories and show us the landscapes with great passion. I recommend contacting him and taking Alfredo this and other tours of the city of Cuzco. Your comfortable vehicle. The super economical rate compared to private agencies. and is not in a hurry..... respects your tastes, interests and always invites you to know something else. Thank you Alfredo! we are waiting for you in Buenos Aires! Natalia
We learned and saw so much on this tour. I can only highly recommend the tour if you want to see a lot and learn a lot about the Inca and the Sacred Valley. We felt very comfortable and our guide took a lot of time to answer all our questions. It was an unforgettable day in Peru.Jenny and Michel
The tour is amazing and charming! Alfredo organizes the private tour with great attention to get the most out of all the attractions visited. It is a huge differential to make the tours with a guide available and dedicated!
Impressive Tour with Alfredo. Friendly and very attentive to everyone.We knew the Inca culture to perfection
The tour with Alfredo was very rewarding, he was very attentive with us and taught us a lot about the Inca culture
Exceptional private tour led by Alfredo. He made us a personalized tour differentiating us from the other tours and trying to get away from the numerous and typical tours. 100% recommended. I would certainly repeat
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