Discover the Sacred Valley's blend of natural beauty and Inca heritage
North west of Cusco, the Sacred Valley is one of the most beautiful and historically important parts of Peru. The Valley was one of the bases of Inca civilisation, the river that winds its way through believed to be aligned with the cosmos. We’ll help you craft the most memorable Sacred Valley adventure tours on which you’ll get to explore this region of Peru in the utmost luxury. Slow down and spend your days unlocking its secrets and gaining insight into its fascinating history.
Several of the Inca’s finest works were built in this region making it a fantastic place to take in the ancient culture of Peru. Explore the fortress town of Ollantaytambo, the ancient Inca terraces at Moray and the salt terraces at Maras.
The valley is also home to many indigenous people living the same way they have been for centuries and it’s possible to visit local markets and communities. Almost a third of the total population of Peru is made up of Highland Quechua people. You can learn about Inca heritage and traditional Quechua culture and history and how they helped to shape modern Peru. Some cultural highlights of your visit here could include visits to markets and meeting traditional crafters and seeing them at work.
The Hiram Bingham and the Vistadome luxury trains depart from Cusco and stop in the Sacred Valley on their way to Machu Picchu.
Highlights
Visit the ruins of Pisac’s citadel and the Amaru community where you’ll learn about textiles and weaving
Participate in a cacao ceremony and discover more about the plant’s spiritual properties
Trek to Cachiccata ascending through an Inca trail passing through terraces and antique tombs
Spend some time kayaking on Piuray Lagoon before strolling through the streets of Ollantaytambo
Charles Kronsten
Travel Designer
The Sacred Valley of Peru offers a mesmerising blend of stunning landscapes and rich Inca heritage, making it a highlight for nature and history lovers alike. From exploring archaeological sites like Ollantaytambo to experiencing vibrant markets and centuries-old traditions, every moment is unforgettable.
Charles Kronsten
Travel Designer
Luxury accommodation in the Sacred Valley
Why book with Jacada?
Personalised design
We’ll plan your trip around your specific interests, tastes and preferences, providing helpful tips and honest advice based on first-hand knowledge of the destination.
Authentic experiences
Our expert guides and brilliant travel concierges are hand-picked to provide a genuine experience, bringing your destination to life with care and passion.
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Our luxury trips are designed with responsible travel principles that prioritise travel experiences that are both good for you and good for the planet.
Trip Inspiration
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When to visit
The Peruvian winter is the best time to visit the Sacred Valleys as it offers clear blue skies and wonderful views.
Hiking and history
May–September
Green landscapes
April and October
Museums and markets
January–March
Plan your trip to the Sacred Valley
Whatever you want from your adventure in the Sacred Valley, our team of expert travel designers are ready to help.
The moment we contacted Jacada and talked with the representative I knew this company was differential. We took time to work through the agenda, accommodations and expectations. Before the trip we were contacted about making dinner reservations as well as going over the itinerary to make sure we were all set. We were also given ideas on books to read…
Jacada helped us to plan ideal gateway to Peru and Bolivia and it was amazing. The planning was done on very professional level, with some small personal touches what made this trip memorable! Thank you Delfina, Melanie and the team!
James was wonderful! So helpful and courteous. I will definitely consider Jacada when we have future travel needs
We had several truly personalized and unforgettable experiences that were combined with extraordinary helpful and informative guides.
The trip was an amazing experience. The hotels, guides, excursions, transportation and restaurants were perfectly curated and arranged. Jacada handled every detail so that we could fully enjoy the trip and not worry about any of the logistics.
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