Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu 2 Days

Upon being picked up from your hotel around 8:00 am, we’ll commence The Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu Tour with a journey to Chinchero. Our initial stop will be the main square, adorned with its remarkably preserved Inca walls and altars. Following this, we’ll head to the Textile Center for an immersive introduction to the art of Andean textiles. Local artisans will walk you through the intricate process of Andean weaving, a skill passed down through generations predating the Incas.

Subsequently, we’ll traverse verdant agricultural landscapes and quaint rural communities. Weather permitting, you’ll be treated to breathtaking views of distant snow-capped peaks gracing the horizon. Our next destination is Moray, renowned for its panoramic terraces resembling concentric rings. These terraces served as an experimental agricultural site, designed to study the diverse climates and temperatures suitable for various crops, potentially aiding in the domestication of different vegetables.

Descending to a lower elevation, we’ll visit the Maras salt mines, a crucial production hub dating back to pre-Inca eras. Here, you’ll find over 3,000 salt pools meticulously carved into the mountainside, replenished daily by water seeping from the Earth – often referred to as the tears of Mother Earth! In the afternoon, our journey continues as we board a train at Ollantaytambo station bound for Aguas Calientes. Before retiring to your hotel, you’ll have the option to unwind at the Machu Picchu hot springs.

Places Visited:

• Chinchero
• Textile Center
• Moray
• Maras (Salt Mines)

Accommodation in Aguas Calientes: Golden Sunrise Machu Picchu *** or similar.