Your journey begins with a pickup from your Cusco hotel at 8:00 a.m. The route climbs past the hills surrounding Saqsaywaman and gradually descends into the fertile Sacred Valley, dropping about 450 m (1,500 ft) until reaching the village of Pisac beside the Urubamba River.

Pisac Market & Ruins

In Pisac, you’ll first have time to wander through its colorful artisan market, where local families sell traditional weaving, ceramics, jewelry, and handmade crafts. After browsing for about 30 minutes, you continue up the mountainside to the Pisac archaeological complex, renowned for its sweeping terraces and panoramic views of the valley.
Your guide will lead you through temples, ceremonial areas, stone tunnels, and the famous Intihuatana carved into the mountain. Exploration typically lasts about 1.5 hours.
If you prefer additional time at the market instead of visiting the ruins, you can coordinate this with your guide.

Lunch & Visit to Ollantaytambo

After Pisac, the journey continues toward Urubamba, where you pause for lunch (not included). A short drive then brings you to Ollantaytambo, one of the best-preserved Inca towns in Peru.
Here, you visit its monumental archaeological site, including the Temple of the Sun, agricultural platforms, and sophisticated hydraulic channels constructed by Inca engineers. You’ll also observe the old granaries and storage structures perched high on the surrounding mountains.

Train to Aguas Calientes

Following your visit, you head to the train station to board the afternoon train—usually around 16:30, though schedules may vary. The ride lasts approximately 1.5 hours and winds through lush valleys and steep canyon walls.
Upon arrival in Aguas Calientes, your guide will meet you and accompany you to your accommodation (not included). With the evening free, you may explore the pedestrian streets, visit the market, or relax before the early start the next day.