Your exploration of the Sacred Valley begins in Chinchero, a charming Andean village where you attend a fascinating demonstration in a textile workshop. Local artisans reveal the ancestral techniques of spinning, weaving, and natural dyeing passed down intact since the Inca era.
You then hit the road towards Moray, a mysterious archaeological site in the shape of a circular amphitheater. Thanks to your guide's explanations, you understand how this astonishing masterpiece served as a true open-air agricultural laboratory to acclimatize different crops to the altitudes of the region.
Your adventure continues at the Maras salt mines, a mineral landscape unique in the world composed of thousands of white pools suspended on the mountainside. From this exceptional site, you begin a superb downhill hike that leads you gently to the lush green banks of the Urubamba River. A privileged moment to enjoy the peace and beauty of the valley, far from the crowds.
After meeting up with your driver in the valley, you end this discovery-rich day in Ollantaytambo, one of the last Inca villages still inhabited. There, you explore its impressive ruins, a major strategic site that served as both a fortress and a religious center. At the end of the day, depending on the rest of your itinerary, you peacefully return to Cusco or stay in Ollantaytambo (ideal if you plan to take the train to Aguas Calientes).
