Cusco Tours

Discover the Sacred Valley of the Incas in Peru on a private and personalized tour from Urubamba or Ollantaytambo with an experienced English-speaking local guide and private transportation. Our Private Sacred Valley Tour from Urubamba & Ollantaytambo is designed for travelers who want more than a standard group excursion. Enjoy a flexible itinerary, travel at your own pace, spend more time at the places that interest you, and learn about Inca history, Andean culture, archaeology, traditions, and local life from an experienced guide. You are staying in Urubamba, Ollantaytambo Whether, Cusco, or another location in the Sacred Valley , Chacras Travel Peru can create a private itinerary around your travel plans.

Discover one of the Andes’ most authentic culinary traditions with our Pachamanca experience, an ancient cooking technique that dates back to the pre-Inca and Inca civilizations. This ancestral dish is prepared by digging a cooking pit and heating strong river stones capable of holding high temperatures. Once the stones are ready, a delicious mix of ingredients is placed inside the earth oven—various cuts of meat, Andean tubers, fresh vegetables, and native corn. Everything is covered and slow-cooked over the hot stones for about 30 minutes, creating a unique flavor that represents centuries of Andean culture. Traditionally, Pachamanca was served during festivities and Andean wedding ceremonies. Today, it is often enjoyed alongside a sacred drink made from purple corn, then we provide a cream, which is mixed with ground chili and aromatic Andean herbs from the Sacred Valley. We invite you to taste this incredible traditional dish. As local experts with deep cultural roots, we proudly prepare Pachamanca during our most important celebrations—and now we share it with you as part of an authentic Andean experience.

Discover this breathtaking natural wonder located near Cusco, featuring a scenic 2-hour hike that leads you to the ancient Inca ceremonial temple known as Ñaupa Iglesia. Along the trail, you will pass through traditional Andean villages that still preserve customs from both the Inca and Spanish eras. These traditions are reflected in their daily cuisine and drinks—especially chicha, a fermented corn beverage considered the oldest beer in Peru, often sold for just one sol per liter. Throughout the journey, you will experience authentic rural life while enjoying the powerful energy of the Perolniyoc Waterfall, followed by a visit to the impressive Inca ceremonial site. Join us for this unforgettable adventure. As a trusted travel agency with more than 500 excellent reviews from our own clients, we guarantee a safe, authentic, and enriching experience.

Sigrenacocha Lagoon is one of the best destinations in the Andes for breathtaking landscapes and abundant wildlife. This impressive lagoon is home to large populations of llamas and alpacas and is significantly larger than Humantay Lagoon—approximately five times its size—making it a unique and less-crowded alternative. The hike to Sigrenacocha Lagoon is easy and suitable for most travelers. The walk consists of about one hour downhill, with the return taking approximately one hour uphill. One of the main attractions of this area is the presence of stunning glacial mountains that still surround the lagoon, creating unforgettable scenery. Along the route, visitors will pass through traditional Andean villages and remote communities inhabited by native Quechua people, offering an authentic cultural experience. Around the lagoon, travelers can also observe various species of Andean birds, including different types of ducks. Sigrenacocha Lagoon is considered a sacred place by the local communities who live nearby, adding a spiritual and cultural dimension to this full-day tour. This destination is perfect for travelers looking to connect with nature, Andean culture, and pristine landscapes away from the crowds.

The Cusco City Tour is one of the most popular experiences in Peru, as Cusco was the ancient capital of the Inca Empire—often compared to the power and grandeur of the Roman Empire. Today, Cusco stands as a world-class travel destination, offering visitors impressive Inca archaeological sites and a rich millenary history. Cusco also boasts the largest and most preserved colonial district in South America. Travelers can admire stunning colonial-era churches inspired by Western architecture from Italy and India, along with historic convents and monasteries that showcase the city’s deep cultural legacy. The city welcomes national and international travelers with its majestic attractions, including the iconic Temple of the Sun and the surrounding archaeological complexes of Saqsayhuaman, Qenqo, Pucapucara, Tambomachay, and the intriguing “Zone X,” known for its unique geological faults and tunnels used during Inca times. Another highlight is the mystical Temple of the Moon, a ceremonial site where ancient Andean rituals of gratitude were offered to the spiritual guardians of the physical world: the powerful Apu, Auky, and Pachamama. Discover Cusco with us and explore the heart of Inca and colonial history on an unforgettable city tour.

This full-day Sacred Valley tour offers breathtaking landscapes and a journey through traditional Andean villages where ancient Inca and Spanish colonial traditions are still alive. Along the way, you will pass through a unique town known for its large guinea pig statues, representing the local restaurants that specialize in the famous cuy al palo. The route continues past remarkable Inca fortresses overlooking the iconic Sacred Valley, home to the legendary Vilcanota River. The valley is surrounded by eucalyptus forests and native Andean trees that beautifully frame the riverbanks and nearby mountains. The Sacred Valley also offers a variety of adventure activities, including zip-lining, ATV tours, and dome-style lodges perfect for nighttime stargazing. Join us to explore the majestic Sacred Valley of the Incas with our safe and trusted tour agency, proudly backed by over 500 real customer reviews. Connect with the living history of the local Quechua communities, admire the stunning Andean mountain scenery, and enjoy delicious organic Peruvian cuisine made with ingredients grown in the Sacred Valley.

Q’eswachaka Inca Bridge – Ancient Engineering and Living Tradition Q’eswachaka is a traditional Inca bridge that has been preserved and rebuilt every year by the local Quechua communities, the direct descendants of the Inca civilization. This unique structure represents one of the last remaining examples of living Inca engineering in Peru. During the Inca era, these bridges were constructed using native Andean vegetation, a type of grass that also serves as natural food for llamas and alpacas. This organic material gave the bridge flexibility, making it earthquake-resistant, an essential feature in the Andes, a region with constant seismic activity caused by tectonic plate movement. Solid stone bridges would not have been as resistant to earthquakes as these flexible rope bridges. Historically, the Q’eswachaka Bridge was used for transporting food and goods by llamas, which carried supplies to different regions of the Inca Empire as a form of taxation. To help the animals cross safely, layers of Andean grass were placed along the base of the bridge, allowing the llamas to walk across with ease. Today, the Q’eswachaka Inca Bridge is a powerful symbol of Inca technology, ancestral knowledge, and living Andean culture, making it an essential destination for travelers interested in history, culture, and authentic traditions in Peru.

This 2-day travel itinerary to the Sacred Valley is ideal with camping, as it gives you more time to enjoy your stay in this sacred valley. It is the only place where varieties of corn with the largest kernels in the world grow, including black corn. This black corn is used to dye alpaca wool and is also used to make a drink called chicha morada, which is served in tourist restaurants. The Sacred Valley is also magical due to the existence of many minerals, which is why it became an important place for mystical ceremonies using the San Pedro cactus drink. This is part of our tradition in Peru, and these ceremonies are legal, as they were passed down by our ancestors. For this reason, I recommend taking this tour with camping, a campfire, and the ceremony with the cactus drink called San Pedro.

This zip line adventure is one of the safest and most exciting outdoor activities in the Sacred Valley of Cusco, Peru. The zip line experience lasts approximately 2 hours and can be perfectly combined with a full-day Sacred Valley of the Incas tour. During this day tour, you will visit Chinchero, an important Inca archaeological site known for its traditional weaving culture. Afterward, you will head to the zip line location, where the activity is operated by certified and highly trained professionals, ensuring maximum safety and enjoyment. The tour also includes visits to Maras, an ancient Inca site, and the famous Maras Salt Mines (Salineras), one of the most iconic attractions in the Sacred Valley. Join this full-day Sacred Valley tour with zip line adventure and enjoy culture, history, and adrenaline in one experience. We are one of the best tour operators in Cusco, with over 500 excellent reviews on TripAdvisor and Google, guaranteeing quality service and unforgettable experiences.

ATV Quad Bike Tour in the Sacred Valley of the Incas Taking this ATV quad bike tour is an exciting extra adventure that can be added to a full-day tour of the famous Sacred Valley of the Incas. It is the perfect way to combine culture, nature, and adrenaline in one unforgettable experience. This activity lasts approximately 2 hours, riding along the route from Maras to Moray, or you may choose the alternative route to Huaypo Lagoon. Along the way, you will enjoy beautiful and fertile mountain landscapes, as well as pass through traditional Andean villages, where local communities preserve their ancestral way of life. Join us and take this opportunity to add adventure to your Sacred Valley tour with ATV quad bikes and, if you wish, zipline activities along the route. All of this can be done in one full-day Sacred Valley tour, making it an ideal option for travelers seeking both culture and adventure in Cusco, Peru.