Sacsayhuaman & Pisac Day Tour Update 1 Day

Our new 1 day Sacsayhuaman and Pisac Day Tour focuses on the famous archeological site of Sacsayhuaman, and the Inca Village of Pisac, with its impressive Incan Ruins above the city. Sacsayhuaman dominates the northeastern part of the city of Cusco next to the Cristo Blanco Cross that shines over the city of Cusco 24 hours a day. On the way to Pisac and Sacred Valley we explore the archeological sites of Q’enqo, Puca Pucará and Tambomachay. Finally, The Inca village of Pisac is one of the largest pre-Columbian style handicraft and textile markets in the region of Cusco and the archeological ruins of Pisac are considered to be one of the finest remaining Inca archeological sites in the country. 

 

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Ruins, culture and shopping

Type of Service Private Service Only
Group size up to 8 People
Activities Sightseeing Tours, Cultural, religious and historic sites & Local culture
Age range 5+ years old
  • Day 1:

    Sacsayhuaman the first site we visit, which means ‘satisfied falcon,’ is one of the most impressive sites built by the Incas. It is generally referred to as a fortress. However, it is not certain what its main function was before the Spanish arrived. Current research suggests that it was more likely used as a temple, as Inca tombs have been discovered in the area.  The Incas planned the city of Cusco in the shape of a puma, with Sacsayhuaman as the head. The magnificent zigzag walls are the major attraction. 

    On the way to Pisac and the Sacred Village we stop at the archeological sites of Q’enqo, Puca Pucará and Tambomachay. After exploring there we are on our way to Pisac.  

    The Inca village of Pisac is one of the largest pre-Columbian style handicraft and textile markets in the region of Cusco and the archeological ruins of Pisac are considered to be one of the finest remaining Inca archeological sites in the country. The Inca tunnel and the Sacred Temple Complex are constructed from exquisitely carved pink granite.  You will also explore one of the biggest Inca cemeteries with more than 2000 tombs and admire the incredible farming terraces carved into the mountain.

    At the colorful Inca market in Pisac, you will be able to appreciate a mixture of colors and Inca culture and tradition. You will have plenty of opportunities to test your bartering skills, interact with the local artisans and purchase their hand-made souvenirs. Be sure to bring soles to bargain with. Locals do not change money.  

    PLACES YOU VISIT IN OUR SACSAYHUAMAN & PISAC DAY TOUR

    • Sacsayhuaman
    • Pisac Ruins
    • Pisac Market
    • Lunch in Pisac
    • Q’enqo
    • Puka Pukará
    • Tambomachay
    • Return to Cusco around 4 or 5pm

WHAT IS INCLUDED FOR SACSAYHUAMAN AND PISAC DAY TOUR?

  • Pick up at your hotel
  • Professional English & Spanish speaking private guide
  • Private transportation to visit all Inca sites
  • Tax

WHAT IS NOT INCLUDED FOR SACSAYHUAMAN AND PISAC DAY TOUR?

  • Entrance to Archeological sites: Purchase the Boleto Turístico (tourist ticket) 70 soles (about $20 USD), at the first site you enter. This can only be used for one day. 
  • If you are visiting sites on other days the most economical ticket is the 10 days Boleto Turistico for 130 soles (about $35 USD) to visit archeological sites in the entire Cusco region.
  • Meals

PRICE $179 USD - All groups are private 

  • GROUP of 1 to 6 persons – $179 USD for the total group  (not per person)
  • GROUP  of 7 to 12 persons – $217 USD for the total group (not per person)

Note: The partial tourist ticket is required for this tour.  The 1 day ticket costs 70 soles ($20 USD) and is valid for 1 day.  You purchase it at the 1st site you visit and you can visit as many sites as you like in one day with no further charge. See travel info for more detailed info. 

The Boleto Turístico (tourist ticket )

You have the option to purchase a 1 day or a 10 day Boleto Turístico. 

The partial ticket, or 1 day ticket costs 70 soles ($20 USD) and is valid for 1 day.  You can visit as many sites as you like in one day with no further charge.  There are no discounts with this ticket.

Both tourist tickets, of 1 day or 10 days, allows the access to different archeological sites around Cusco, and Sacred Valley.  This is the best way to visit all the archeological sites of the region and the Sacred Valley. Most of the main archeological sites are not accessible for free.

The general ticket allows you over the next 10 days to enter 16 archeological and cultural sites in Cusco, the south valley and the Sacred Valley. The price of this ticket is 130 soles (about $40 USD) and is valid for 10 days. This is the cheapest and most convenient way to plan to see different sites in a few days. The cost for students under 25 (with the presentation of a valid University ID card) and for teenagers under 18 (with the presentation of an identity card) is 70 soles ($20 USD). Children under 11 are free.

Here is a list of sites where you can use your Boleto Turístico:

  • Sacsayhuaman
  • Qenqo
  • Pucapucara
  • Tambomachay
  • Pisac
  • Ollantaytambo
  • Chinchero
  • Moray
  • Tipón
  • Piquillaqta

Note : The entrance ticket  to the main archeological sites like Sacsayhuaman, Pisac, Ollantaytambo, Chinchero, Tipón and Moray cannot be sold individually; you must buy the Boleto turístico to visit them. You can get it at the time you enter the first site that you are visiting or in Avenida el Sol a nearby Peruvian office.  YOU MUST PAY IN SOLES, NO CREDIT CARD OR US DOLLARS ARE ACCEPTED. 

Important: These entrances are not included in the Boleto Turístico. 

  • The entrance to the Qoricancha or Santo Domingo Convent (15 soles)
  • The entrance to the Cathedral (40 soles)

Your briefing will take place the night before your tour. 

Your briefing will take place the night before your trek. It will be held at our office at 6 or 6:30pm, depending on your confirmation email details.  The office is located at Calle Garcilaso 210, office 213 (second floor) in the La CASA DEL ABUELO shopping center.

HOW TO BOOK THE TOUR

FIRST, to book your Sacsayhuaman & Pisac Day Tour, we need you to fill out our booking form by clicking on BOOK NOW on our homepage or click here the link BOOK NOW.

SECOND, we require a deposit of $53.00 USD per person.  You can make you deposit by clicking on the VISA or PAYPAL symbols on the top of our home page, or you can click on the VISA or PAYPAL symbols on our booking page.

WHAT ABOUT THE BALANCE?

If you would like to avoid the high credit card fees in Peru, you may pay in cash at our office (US dollars or Peruvian soles) here in Cusco. There are many ATMS within the historical center to withdraw money. You can also pay by VISA or PAYPAL online but you will have to pay a 5.5% service fee, charged by VISA and PAYPAL.  To pay your balance through PAYPAL, you need to log into your PAYPAL account and use our email address info@spidertravelperu.com 

MAY I CHANGE THE DEPARTURE DATE AFTER THE TICKETS HAVE BEEN BOUGHT?

Yes, but with some restrictions.  Please contact the office as soon as possible if you need to change your date.

*** If you cancel your Sacsayhuaman & Pisac Day Tour, the deposit is not refundable at all!

DO I NEED MY ORIGINAL PASSPORT?

Yes! You have to bring your original passport and it is very important that it is the same passport number you sent to us to book your trek, other entrances and reservations.

TIPPING

If you’re happy with the services provided, a tip – though not compulsory – is appreciated. While it may not be customary in your country, it’s of great significance for the people who will take care of you during the Sacsayhuaman & Pisac Day Tour. Everything depends on your perception of the quality and the length of your trip. Remember, a tip is not compulsory and should only be given when you receive excellent service.

ARE WE SUSTAINABLE? 

Yes, we are a locally sustainable & responsible tourism operator. That incorporates universal principles of tourism: protect the environment and benefit the local communities by respecting their culture and religion. With this in mind, we have trained all our local staff to know and understand, respect the places and the local people.

WHAT TO BRING FOR THE TOUR

FOR SACSAYHUAMAN AND PISAC DAY TOUR?

  • Warm jacket and rain jacket
  • Hat
  • Water
  • Sun protection
  • Some money for souvenirs and food
  • Money in soles to purchase boleto turístico (70 soles)
  • Original passport
  • If you are a student, take your valid university ID card (only works for the 10 day boleto turístico)

Why travel with us: Spider Travel

Spider travel Peru is a young and innovative company. We share the best of Peruvian history with a touch of modern. We create personalized tours to satisfy the needs and wishes of all our clients. Our tours and treks accommodate all budgets and are carefully designed to you the optimum experience. We guarantee small intimate groups that never exceed 8 people. We offer several unique tours to Machu Picchu and beyond.
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Our guides

All our guides have many years of experience in the industry and come highly recommended. They are fully versed in the values and vision of Spider Travel and will provide a service inline with those values. Our guides are knowledgeable and passionate about Inca Heritage and culture and in Peru as a whole. They dedicate themselves to continuous professional development and growth to ensure that you receive the most recent accurate and recognized theories about Inca and Andean culture. They are well educated, usually holding a degree in more than one field of study and can therefore hold a conversation on a broad spectrum of issues. Finally, expect to have an amazing time while trekking, our guides are fun loving and great sportsmen.

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Our Porters

Our porters personify hard work. We employ about 90 porters from local communities. They are mostly farmers by trade and are native Quechua speakers. They mainly come from the indigenous communities around the trail. We refer to our super porters as ¨Red Machine¨. This is because they work hard during the treks but carrying duffel bags, camping gear, and more! It is important to us that we employ porters from local villages because we are supporting them to become self-efficient and helping communities grow their economy to better the quality of lives.

We provide the following items to our porters and cooks for free: Working insurance, Jacket, sun hat, warm hat, t-shirt, pants, hiking boots, comfortable duffle bags, canteen, girdle for protecting their spine, sleeping bags, mattress.

Our porters are what make everything look seamless and smooth. They have your tent ready before your arrival in your tent and most importantly they significantly lighten that camping gear load.

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The Best food on Inca Trail

This is where youth comes in handy. Our chefs are fully trained to provide the most scrumptious, abundant and simply mouthwatering meals in the outdoors with limited equipment. Our chefs prepare the best of fusion cooking that includes Peruvian and International dishes, using organic local and exotic ingredients. Our chefs are very versatile, serving even better specialty dishes for those with food allergies and specific dietary requirements. It has been a highlight for a majority of our hikers and we have yet to disappoint a trekker. Enjoy a complete and immersive culinary experience while trekking through the rugged Andes Mountains.

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The Best Camping Equipment

Enjoy a good night sleep in our 4 season igloo waterproof, spacious and professional EUREKA tent. All our tents are 4 person tents. ONLY 2 people will sleep in each, leaving lots of room to spread out comfortably and store your duffel bag. They also include a little vestibule in front, giving you some extra outdoor space to leave your boots and walking poles so you don’t have to bring the dirt inside. We also bring our own portable camping toilet, so you can use our clean facilities instead of the ones provided by the government. Our dining tent is spacious, with room to hangout during meal time and get to know your fellow hikers and guide.

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