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Sacred Valley Tours, Vacations, Travel Packages & Experiences

Also known as the Urubamba Valley, Peru’s Sacred Valley is located near Cusco in the valley below the legendary Inca ruins of Machu Picchu.  The area encompasses everything between Calca and Lamay, Písac and Ollantaytambo which can all be visited on a Peru vacation.

Formed by the Urubamba River, the fertile valley proved to be an important agricultural centre for the Incas.  They believed that the river’s flow was linked to the constellations and was the Milky Way’s counterpart on earth.  The Incas built many great estates, temples and palaces throughout the region, the ruins of which have become popular on Peru tours with tourists around the world.  It was given the name Sacred Valley because it contained some of the best land available and was the property of the Incan Emperor.

Today the Sacred Valley continues to be the breadbasket of the country while hosting many major attractions including Cusco, Aguas Calientes, Ollantaytambo, Písac, Yucay and more.  The many ruins that dot the landscape are some of the best in the country with the most famous being Machu Picchu.  The scenery in the valley and surrounding it is stunning and many of the cities and villages are beautiful.  Despite being a popular tourist destination, the Sacred Valley retains a great deal of old world charm and mystery that surrounds its various archaeological sites.

 

Peru Travel Information

At Goway we believe that a well-informed traveller is a safer traveller. With this in mind, we have compiled an easy to navigate travel information section dedicated to a Peru vacation.

Learn about the history and culture of Peru, the must-try food and drink, and what to pack in your suitcase. Read about Peru's nature and wildlife, weather and geography, along with 'Country Quickfacts' compiled by our travel experts. Our globetrotting tips, as well as our visa and health information will help ensure you're properly prepared for a safe and enjoyable trip. The only way you could possibly learn more is by embarking on your journey and discovering Peru for yourself. Start exploring… book one of our Peru tours today!

 

Extend Your Stay

After your Peru Vacation Packages, why not consider another of Goway's Latin America tours. These include a large selection of other exciting countries in Central and South America. We offer Chile vacation packages and Easter Island tours, Ecuador vacation packages which include Galapagos cruises and Brazil tours including Iguassu Falls tours among many others.

 

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Sacred Valley

  • A Luxury Week in Peru: Lima to Cusco

    Peru is a country that captures the imagination. So why not splash out for the extra comforts as you explore the land of the Incas in detail? Stay in some of the country’s most luxurious hotels, and enjoy complimentary nights in between taking in sights including Machu Picchu and the Sacred Valley.
    Duration:
    7 Days
    Prices From:
    US$ 2,868
    Trip Type:
    Bucket List Travel Ideas, Luxury and Beyond
    Peru See Trip Details

  • Best of South America Small Group Tour: Machu Picchu, Iguassu, Rio & More

    This South America tour takes you from the ancient ruins of Peru to Rio’s fabulous beaches. Along the way, marvel at the incredible Iguassu Falls, and tango the night away in Buenos Aires.
    Duration:
    15 Days
    Prices From:
    US$ 3,206
    Trip Type:
    Active & Adventurous, Classics (Bestsellers), Small Group Touring
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  • Peruvian Landscapes

    The former Inca Capital and Spanish colonial city of Cusco is our base for this great expedition, letting a city rich with culture, history, good restaurants, and active nightlife take centre stage your Peru vacation.
    Duration:
    7 Days
    Prices From:
    AU$ 2,089
    Trip Type:
    Active & Adventurous, Bucket List Travel Ideas, Single Friendly, Tailor-made Travel Ideas
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  • Wonders of Peru Super Special with Air from North America

    This Peru tour takes you from Lima to the heart of the Inca Empire, visiting Cusco and uncovering the secrets of the Sacred Valley. Then visit the crown jewel of that lost era, Machu Picchu.
    Duration:
    7 Days
    Prices From:
    US$ 1,949
    Trip Type:
    Escorted Coach Touring, Vacation Packages with Airfare
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  • Cradle of the Incas: Holiday of a Lifetime

    Goway's fully escorted Cradle of the Incas tour captures the essence of the Inca culture that permeated Peru. Marvel at the magnificent and mystical ruins of Machu Picchu. Experience fascinating cultures as you visit a local village with traditions linked to the Spanish Conquistadores and the Inca Empire. View spectacular scenery and the incomparable Andean mountain range.
    Duration:
    9 Days
    Prices:
    On request
    Trip Type:
    Bucket List Travel Ideas, Escorted Coach Touring, Holidays of a Lifetime, Single Friendly
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  • Cities of South America

    The ultimate South America tour for culture vultures, this itinerary focuses on the continent’s most exciting cities, from pulsing Rio, to rapidly emerging Bogota, via Iguassu Falls and Machu Picchu.
    Duration:
    20 Days
    Prices From:
    US$ 5,010
    Trip Type:
    Classics (Bestsellers), Tailor-made Travel Ideas
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  • explora Peru

    Experience the classical sites of South America’s most-popular country, Peru. Sample the culinary delights of the capital of Lima before walking the colonial streets of Cusco and passing into the Sacred Valley of the Incas to see the country’s crown jewel, the famed Machu Picchu.
    Duration:
    9 Days
    Prices From:
    US$ 4,049
    Trip Type:
    Classics (Bestsellers), Luxury and Beyond
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  • Best of Bolivia & Peru

    See the highlights of Peru and Bolivia on this great-value combo vacation. Start in Peru, where you’ll venture into the Sacred Valley of the Incas and explore Machu Picchu. Then connect to Bolivia to explore the capital, La Paz, and marvel at the stark flatness of the Uyuni Salt Flats.
    Duration:
    10 Days
    Prices From:
    US$ 4,521
    Trip Type:
    Active & Adventurous, Bucket List Travel Ideas, Classics (Bestsellers), Tailor-made Travel Ideas
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  • Crossing Argentina

    This Argentina tour uniquely departs from Lima, giving you a chance to sample Peru and Brazil before taking in the exquisite natural sights of Argentina, and sizzling Buenos Aires.
    Duration:
    11 Days
    Prices From:
    US$ 3,252
    Trip Type:
    Classics (Bestsellers), Tailor-made Travel Ideas
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  • explora Sacred Valley Peru

    Spend 2 nights in the Sacred Valley at a lodge complete with a spa. Explore the Sacred Valley with visits to Moray with its sunken Inca amphitheatre and to Maras with its unusual salt flats.
    Duration:
    3-5 Days
    Prices From:
    AU$ 2,237
    Trip Type:
    Active & Adventurous, Single Friendly
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  • Highlights of Peru and the Galapagos

    DELUXE | PRIVATE GUIDED: Escape to South America and explore two iconic countries on one amazing, tailor-made itinerary. Start your journey in Peru where you’ll venture into the Sacred Valley of the Incas and later explore Machu Picchu. Soon after, you’re off to Ecuador where you’ll first tour historic Quito before enjoying four nights on land in one of nature’s greatest playgrounds, the Galapagos Islands.
    Duration:
    13 Days
    Prices From:
    US$ 5,665
    Trip Type:
    Active & Adventurous, Classics (Bestsellers), Private Experiences, Tailor-made Travel Ideas
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  • Hotel Aranwa Sacred Valley: Stay of Distinction

    The height of luxury in the sacred land of the Incas.
    Duration:
    4 Days
    Prices From:
    US$ 422
    Trip Type:
    Luxury and Beyond, Romance & Honeymoon, Stays of Distinction
    Peru See Trip Details

  • Incan Explorer

    See the best of the Incas’ legacy on this one week Peru tour, focused on Cusco, the Sacred Valley, and peerless Machu Picchu.
    Duration:
    7 Days
    Prices From:
    US$ 1,848
    Trip Type:
    Active & Adventurous, Family Vacations, Single Friendly
    Peru See Trip Details

  • Lares Camping & Hotel Trek

    Journey through the ancient landscapes of the Sacred Valley of the Incas on this guided hike from Cusco. Spend three full days hiking through mountain landscapes, visiting small farming villages, and experiencing the breathtaking Andean climate and wildlife. Cap it off with a visit to Machu Picchu, the lost citadel in the clouds.
    Duration:
    4 Days
    Prices From:
    US$ 1,789
    Trip Type:
    Active & Adventurous, Small Group Touring
    Peru See Trip Details

  • Lares Lodge to Lodge Trek

    Embark on an adventure through the Sacred Valley of the Incas, journeying to Incan ruins each day and staying in mountain lodges each night. Expert guides will tailor your hike to your interests as you visit Pisac, Ollantaytambo, and the mountain citadel of Machu Picchu.
    Duration:
    5 Days
    Prices From:
    US$ 1,990
    Trip Type:
    Active & Adventurous, Small Group Touring
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  • Machu Picchu & the Galapagos Your Way

    See two of the world’s greatest landmarks on this unforgettable itinerary that you can upgrade or customize to your preferences. After visiting Quito, head to the Galapagos Islands to see its bevy of animals in volcanic environments before connecting to Cusco and exploring the Sacred Valley of the Incas and the citadel of Machu Picchu.
    Duration:
    11 Days
    Prices From:
    US$ 4,573
    Trip Type:
    Active & Adventurous, Classics (Bestsellers), Tailor-made Travel Ideas
    Ecuador See Trip Details

  • Peru & Chile explora

    Explore the Atacama Desert and the Sacred Valley of the Incas while enjoying luxury accommodations on this journey across South America. Staying in explora lodges, you’ll experience the best in hospitality as you venture through some of South America’s greatest natural and historical landmarks.
    Duration:
    9 Days
    Prices From:
    US$ 6,774
    Trip Type:
    Active & Adventurous, Classics (Bestsellers), Luxury and Beyond
    Peru See Trip Details

  • Peruvian Palate

    Goway's Peruvian Palate is a 9-Day Peru vacation that excites your tastebuds. Visit Lima, Cusco, Machu Picchu and Aguas Claientes while sampling incredible Peruvian meals.
    Duration:
    9 Days
    Prices From:
    US$ 3,178
    Trip Type:
    Tailor-made Travel Ideas
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  • Peruvian Rivers, Jungles & Machu Picchu

    Experience luxury and adventure on this journey along the Amazon and through the Sacred Valley of the Incas. Start in Iquitos, where you’ll cruise along the Amazon aboard the luxurious Aria Amazon, before heading to the Sacred Valley to explore its Incan ruins while staying at the explora lodge.
    Duration:
    11 Days
    Prices From:
    US$ 7,778
    Trip Type:
    Active & Adventurous, Classics (Bestsellers), Luxury and Beyond
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  • Sacred Valley: Sol y Luna: Stay of Distinction

    Explore the Sacred Valley in peerless style, staying at the Sol y Luna, a boutique property located just outside Urubamba. This stay makes a superb addition to any Cusco or Machu Picchu visit.
    Duration:
    4 Days
    Prices From:
    US$ 1,088
    Trip Type:
    Stays of Distinction
    Peru See Trip Details

  • Sacred Valley: Tambo del Inka: Stay of Distinction

    Experience luxury in Peru's Sacred Valley.
    Duration:
    4 Days
    Prices From:
    US$ 958
    Trip Type:
    Family Vacations, Luxury and Beyond, Stays of Distinction
    Peru See Trip Details

  • Salkantay Trek Peru: Cusco to Cusco

    The Inca Trail may headline its share of Peru vacation packages, but the Salkantay Trek is more than just a Plan B. It offers a hike rich with Inca heritage, with spectacular snow-capped surrounds, fewer fellow hikers, and no special permit required.
    Duration:
    5 Days
    Prices From:
    US$ 1,248
    Trip Type:
    Active & Adventurous
    Peru See Trip Details

  • Sky Lodges Sacred Valley Tour

    Feeling adventurous? Take to the skies and spend a night suspended high above the ground on a mountain in the Sacred Valley of the Incas. Staying in a Sky Lodge, you’ll experience a bird’s eye view of this incredible mountain range and enjoy one of the most memorable adventure accommodations the world over.
    Duration:
    2 Days
    Prices From:
    US$ 664
    Trip Type:
    Active & Adventurous, Romance & Honeymoon
    Peru See Trip Details

  • Upscale & Different Peru: VIP

    World famous for Incan Ruins and ancient cultures, a Peru vacation can also be a showcase for a range of luxury and culinary experiences.
    Duration:
    10 Days
    Prices From:
    US$ 6,477
    Trip Type:
    Luxury and Beyond
    Peru See Trip Details

  • Wonders of Peru & Galapagos

    Explore two of South America’s most iconic destinations on this convenient 12-day vacation. Start your journey in Quito, where you’ll explore the colonial old town, before you connect to the Galapagos Islands to follow in the footsteps of Darwin. Finish off in Peru by exploring the capital of Lima and the Sacred Valley of the Incas, home to Machu Picchu.
    Duration:
    12 Days
    Prices From:
    US$ 3,507
    Trip Type:
    Active & Adventurous, Classics (Bestsellers), Single Friendly, Small Group Touring
    Peru See Trip Details
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