Tours.
Machu Picchu.
We’ll take you on a private tour of the mystical, 15th-century Incan citadel set high in a tropical rainforest of the Andean mountains, above the Vilcabamba River Valley. We’ll spend a magical day delving into the mystery of the Great Incan Empire, exploring the steep rock escarpments and its sophisticated architecture.
Includes: transportation to and from the station, train ticket to and from Aguas Calientes, bus ticket to and from the archeological site, and your guide.
Pisac.
A day trip to explore the gateway to the Sacred Valley of the Incas, Pisac. Starting with a hike through one of Peru’s most intact ancient ruins, passing an Incan cemetery, a residential settlement, ceremonial baths, and the sun temple. This multi-purpose structure was a military, religious and agricultural site. We’ll end the tour in the colorful daily market, where you’ll find traditional artisanal textiles, crafts, and ceramics, some of which is from the indigenous Quechua communities from the surrounding highlands.
Includes: Transportation and tickets to the archaeological site.
Moray & Salineras.
A day trip to the Moray and Salineras de Moras to learn about traditional Peruvian agriculture. The Moray, bowl shaped concentric terraces that resemble a Roman amphitheater, was speculatively used for an agricultural experimental center.. It’s the various microclimates at each level we have to thank for over 3,500 different kinds of potatoes Peru produces. Next we’ll view the salt pools of the Salineras, which have been used for salt extraction since the Incan times.
Includes: Transportation and tickets to both archaeological sites.
Ollantaytambo.
We’ll take a half day visit to our neighboring village, Ollantaytambo, to view one of the last major military strongholds of the Inca Empire against Spanish invasions. This archaeological site was originally built for religious worship, with ceremonial and celestial centers centered around the Temple of the Sun. Eventually it turned into a fortress for King Inca Manco and his soldiers. After all of those stairs, we’ll head for a well deserved lunch in town.
Includes: Transportation and tickets to the archaeological site.
