Travel Guide

Places to explore on our 1 day Sacsayhuaman and Pisac Day Tour

The archaeological site of Sacsayhuaman – the iconic and impressive archaeological complex of the ancient empire, which sits atop a hill overlooking the Inca’s former capital city, most academics agree that Sacsayhuamán was an important military or ceremonial site at the time of the Incas. The ruins date back to the time of Pachacutec, the Inca ruler who brought the Inca Empire to its climax around AD 1200. The most remarkable characteristic of the site is its megalithic architecture, with the largest stones standing 8.5 meters (28 feet) and weighing 330,000 kilograms (361 tons).

Q´enqo archeological complex – It is a place where the Incas worshiped their gods, consisting of a large carved outcrop overlooking a raised platform in a semi-circular plaza, and a square structure. What is left today of complex of Q’enqo are carved rocks that couldn´t be destroyed by the Spanish; there is little left of the paths and aqueducts, as well as of the enclosures, the deposits or the liturgical baths, besides the great layer of gold that illuminated the whole place.

Archaeological Center of Puka Pukara – it was probably a stronghold for the Inca capital city protection, as well as a kind of storage for quite a few agricultural products. Also, the traditional information show that, when the Inca was about to visit the Baths of Tambomachay, the formidable group of soldiers, dancers and others stayed in Puka Pukara, that represented the quarters and “tambo” (resting place).

Inca archaeological site of Tambomachay – this site was popularly known as the “Inca’s Baths”. Researchers believe Tambomachay was an important center of worship of water. It is an archaeological complex made up of well-crafted canals, walls and windows which show the Incas’ extraordinary architectural talents and their in-depth knowledge of hydraulics.

The archaeological site of Pisac – the largest fortress city of the Incas in the Sacred Valley and one of the largest of ancient America, is well-known for agricultural terracing that rise from the bottom of the mountain to the top in a harmonious way, constitute a stupendous ruin complex of the finest Inca stonework, with many attendant buildings, baths and storehouses, exceptional flights of terracing, and quantities of tombs, all well defended by walls, gates and towers. The complex seems to feature some example of almost everything the Incas did in terms of architecture; with religious, administrative and residential constructions.

The Inca Village of Pisac – is a charming village, situated at the heart of the Sacred Valley of the Incas in Peru, is well-known for its traditional colourful market, where offers the visitors the opportunity to buy or just watch a lot of Indian handmade products by local craftsmen or neighboring communities. Also, it is famous for hosting the Inca archaeological site of the same name. On Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays are made craft fairs in the main square where all the artisans participate and shows its beautiful works, and its alive culture intact.

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EXTRA INFORMATION ABOUT ENTRANCE TICKETS TO VISIT CUSCO CITY AND SACRED VALLEY

Cusco Tourist Ticket – Boleto Turistico Del Cusco

Many tourist attraction sites in Cusco and the Sacred Valley accept the Boleto Turistico del Cusco (Cusco Tourist Ticket), which is a bit costly, but grants access to many of our areas highlights. The Sacred Valley Tour requires an entrance ticket that allows you entrance 4 archeological Inca sites such as Pisac, Ollantaytambo, Moray and Chinchero ruins this entrance ticket can be purchased as:

• A one day pass for s/ 70 soles per person – (US $ 23 per person), and the Salt Mines of Maras is separate entrance tickets and is s/10 soles – (US $4) respectively
• If you do Cusco city tour, we suggest buying the general ticket a ten (10) day pass for s/130 soles per person – (US $ 45 per person)
• If you have a valid STUDENT CARD ISIC does offer a discount on the 10 days pass for s/ 70 soles
• The cathedral of Cusco, Temple of the Sun (Qoricancha) are separate entrance tickets and are s/ 25 soles (US $ 9), s/15 soles (US $5)

Very Important Note about Cusco Tourist Ticket: All this entrance ticket is sold by the Peruvian government. Only soles are accepted and it must be paid in cash. You will be able to purchase this directly at the first site.

Yeah! The entrance ticket to the main archeological sites like Sacsaywaman, Pisac, Ollantaytambo, Chinchero, Tipón and Moray cannot be sold individually; you must buy the Boleto turístico to visit them.