Ollantaytambo
Ollantaytambo
Pisac Indian Market and Ollantaytambo Fortress with Lunch 3
Pisac Indian Market and Ollantaytambo Fortress with Lunch 4
Ollantaytambo
Sacred Valley
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Pisac Indian Market and Ollantaytambo Fortress with Lunch

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Cusco, Peru
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About this activity

Explore two of the Sacred Valley's most iconic sites in one day: the vibrant Pisac market filled with authentic artisan goods and street food, plus the dramatic clifftop fortress of Ollantaytambo, an Inca temple-fortress with sweeping valley views. This combines cultural immersion, shopping, and archaeological history with included lunch.

Discover the Sacred Valley of the Incas on this full-day excursion from Cusco. Travel to the scenic town of Pisac where you'll visit the local market and see mass if traveling on a Sunday. Then, head over to the ruins of the Ollantayambo Fortress and the Temple of the Sun, a mysteriously built structure with massive 12 foot (3.5m) tall stones.

Highlights

  • ✓Browse Pisac's busy artisan market for textiles, ceramics, and handcrafts—direct from local makers
  • ✓Sample traditional Peruvian street food at wood-fired ovens (empanadas, fresh bread)
  • ✓Lunch at a local restaurant included in the tour price
  • ✓Explore Ollantaytambo fortress, a working Inca town and military stronghold used during Spanish resistance
  • ✓Panoramic views ideal for photography across the Sacred Valley

Insider tips

  • ★Arrive at Pisac market early in your visit to find the best selection before tour groups peak; negotiate respectfully on handicraft prices
  • ★Wear comfortable walking shoes and bring a daypack—both sites involve uneven terrain and stairs
  • ★Learn a few Spanish phrases; many vendors and locals at Ollantaytambo speak limited English

Good to know

  • •Total duration is 9 hours including travel time between sites; wear layers as mountain temperatures vary
  • •Bring sun protection (hat, sunscreen) and a water bottle; altitude in the Sacred Valley is 2,800–3,100m
  • •Lunch is included; dietary restrictions should be mentioned to the operator in advance if possible
  • •Expect minivan or small bus transport; pickup from central Cusco typically early morning

Who it's for

First-time visitors to the Sacred Valley wanting cultural highlights without separate bookingsPhotographers and history enthusiasts drawn to Inca archaeology and market cultureBudget travellers seeking good value with transport and meals includedFamilies comfortable with moderate hiking and cultural immersion

Best time to visit

Visit May to October (dry season) for stable weather, clear skies, and the best photography conditions. Morning light at Ollantaytambo is particularly striking.

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