Sacred Valley
Sacred Valley of the Incas, Peru
Explorations in
Sacred Valley
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Wata
Suni
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Hike -
Moderate
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Full-day
Following an old Inca road still used by the region's inhabitants to trade products between Pampa de Anta and the Sacred Valley, we go into the ravine until we reach Wata, an old ceremonial center on the mountain peak that predates the Incan era and has spectacular views of the mountain range and the Quebrada Huarocondo.
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Exploration Path
Following an old Inca road still used by the region's inhabitants to trade products between Pampa de Anta and the Sacred Valley, we go into the ravine until we reach Wata, an old ceremonial center on the mountain peak that predates the Incan era and has spectacular views of the mountain range and the Quebrada Huarocondo.
808 m 2651 ft
-1235 m -4052 ft
3820 m 12533 ft
3223 m 10574 ftElevation Profile
Racchi
Suni
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Hike
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Easy
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Half-day
The walk carries you through orchards and communities to familiarize yourself with the rural landscape and its culture. This exploration takes...
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Exploration Path
The walk carries you through orchards and communities to familiarize yourself with the rural landscape and its culture. This exploration takes place at a mean height and offers panoramic views to the Sacred Valley and its snowed capped peaks. It provides a good chance for acclimatization and to understand the area’s geography.
63 m 207 ft
-287 m -942 ft
3.733 m 12.247 ft
3.488 m 11.444 ftElevation Profile
Kaytucha
Suni
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Hike
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Moderate
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Half-day
We begin with a visit to the community of Cúper Bajo where we learn about textile techniques. Then we start our hike, ascending up...
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Exploration Path
We begin with a visit to the community of Cúper Bajo where we learn about textile techniques. Then we start our hike, ascending up an agricultural road with panoramic views of lagoons, fields of crops and the town of Chinchero. Finally, we descend to the archaeological complex of Chinchero, where Inca and colonial elements merge. We return to explora by van.
270 m 886 ft
-241 m -791 ft
3.992 m 13.097 ft
3.728 m 12.231 ftElevation Profile
Machu Kolka
Suni
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Hike
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Easy
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Half-day
We leave by van to Chinchero, where we begin a steep ascent through crops with views of the pampa, the valley of Urquillos and the snowy...
More details >Machu Kolka
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Exploration Path
We leave by van to Chinchero, where we begin a steep ascent through crops with views of the pampa, the valley of Urquillos and the snowy peaks that crown the mountains. We walk to the Machu Kolka archaeological center, formerly used as a product storage warehouse. We explore the place and enjoy a privileged view of the valley. We return to explora by van.
236 m 774 ft
-243 m -797 ft
3.933 m 12.904 ft
3.740 m 12.270 ftElevation Profile
Moray
Suni
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Hike
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Easy
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Half-day
The trail begins at a farming community located amidst hills and goes down to the Inca remains of Moray, a laboratory of experimental...
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Exploration Path
The trail begins at a farming community located amidst hills and goes down to the Inca remains of Moray, a laboratory of experimental farming where different microclimates are used to grow crops.
76 m 248 ft
-302 m -991 ft
3.732 m 12.244 ft
3.477 m 11.407 ftElevation Profile
Senderito de Pisaq
Suni
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Hike
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Moderate
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Full-day
We descend from the mountains to the remains of Pisaq. We will use one of our alternative routes to access the back of the remains...
More details >Senderito de Pisaq
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Exploration Path
We descend from the mountains to the remains of Pisaq. We will use one of our alternative routes to access the back of the remains, which provides for a unique view. This exploration is recommended for every traveler wishing to enjoy an altitude landscape that calls for contemplation.
191 m 627 ft
-1.013 m -3.323 ft
3.871 m 12.700 ft
2.977 m 9.767 ftElevation Profile
Maras Plateau
Suni
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Hike
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Moderate
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Full-day
The trail begins at a farming community located amidst hills and goes down to the Inca remains of Moray, from where it continues to...
More details >Maras Plateau
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Exploration Path
The trail begins at a farming community located amidst hills and goes down to the Inca remains of Moray, from where it continues to the colonial town of Maras. We see a piece of history in every corner. Afterwards, the trail descends to the bottom of the Sacred Valley and goes through the salt mines. The track crosses barley and potato fields and other crops.
170 m 558 ft
-1.047 m -3.435 ft
3.732 m 12.244 ft
2.841 m 9.321 ftElevation Profile
Amor Violento
Suni
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Hike
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Moderate
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Full-day
We begin with a visit to the community of Cúper Bajo, where a group of weavers teach us their work and culture. Next, we walk up the slope...
More details >Amor Violento
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Exploration Path
We begin with a visit to the community of Cúper Bajo, where a group of weavers teach us their work and culture. Next, we walk up the slope of a large hill through agricultural terraces, the valley and the town of Chinchero. We descend to Chinchero and the archaeological site. From there, we take an Inca road down to the valley. We have lunch at a viewpoint and continue descending until we reach Explora.
590 m 1.936 ft
-1.387 m -4.551 ft
3.992 m 13.097 ft
2.945 m 9.662 ftElevation Profile
Huayna Kolka
Suni
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Bike
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Moderate
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Half-day
After visiting the archaeological site of Machu Kolka, we get on our bikes and begin a descent among trees and adobe houses towards...
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Exploration Path
After visiting the archaeological site of Machu Kolka, we get on our bikes and begin a descent among trees and adobe houses towards the town of Racchi. There, we pedal in ascent towards the viewpoint of Huayna Kolka to contemplate the valley. We descend by a winding dirt road to Huayllabamba. At this point, we skirt around different crop fields until we reach explora.
403 m 1.322 ft
-1.198 m -3.930 ft
3.740 m 12.270 ft
2.867 m 9.406 ftElevation Profile
Huaypo Views
Suni
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Bike
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Advanced
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Full-day
This exploration crosses the farmlands of Chinchero, visiting small farms and villages. It takes the traveler...
More details >Huaypo Views
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Exploration Path
This exploration crosses small farms and villages of Chinchero. It takes the traveler to the remains of the Moray experimental crop center, the colonial town of Maras and its Inca salt-mines, to finalize with a descent to the Urubamba River. This exploration is recommended for travelers in good physical conditions and experienced in mountain biking.
735 m 2.411 ft
-1.557 m -5.108 ft
3.710 m 12.172 ft
2.841 m 9.321 ftElevation Profile
Pirka
Suni
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Overland
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Easy
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Full-day
This route first takes us to Ollantaytambo, also known as the “living Inca city”. From there we travel to the archaeological site of Moray...
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Exploration Path
This route first takes us to Ollantaytambo, also known as the “living Inca city”. From there we travel to the archaeological site of Moray, a laboratory of experimental farming where different microclimates are used to grow crops. From here we continue to Maras and a large lagoon, an ideal place to take a stroll and have lunch, to then follow to the town of Chinchero. The road crosses several fields where we will see farmers working or looking after their animals.
Pisac
Suni
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Overland
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Easy
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Half-day
Known for its remarkable ruins, as well as for its colorful crafts market, the village of Pisac bears witness to the accomplishments and mysteries...
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Exploration Path
Known for its remarkable ruins, as well as for its colorful crafts market, the village of Pisac bears witness to the accomplishments and mysteries of the Inca civilization.
This exploration allows travellers to discover, by foot, this key enclave of the Sacred Valley, showing an integral vision of the Inca cosmovision.
Chinchero
Suni
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Overland
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Easy
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Half-day
Just 1 hour away from explora, between Urubamba and Cuzco, the village of Chinchero (3762 masl) is believed to be the birthplace...
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Exploration Path
Just 1 hour away from explora, between Urubamba and Cuzco, the village of Chinchero (3762 masl) is believed to be the birthplace of the Sacred Valley’s textile craftsmanship, as well as a hub for local trade.
This exploration takes travellers through the colonial streets of Chinchero by foot, visiting the village’s adobe church and discovering the unique murals preserved within.
Moray y Salineras
Suni
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Overland
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Easy
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Half-day
Located only 45 min. away from explora (by van), the Maras salt mines are one of the few sites in the world to extract naturally pink salt.
More details >Moray y Salineras
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Exploration Path
Located only 45 min. away from explora (by van), the Maras salt mines are one of the few sites in the world to extract naturally pink salt. This exploration takes travellers through the open-air salt pools, as well as to the silent village of Maras. Close by, travellers will also find the circular terraces of Moray, once used by the Incas as agricultural laboratories for the empire’s crops, and one of the best-preserved archaeological sites in the valley.
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