The Sacred Valley is one of Peru’s most beautiful and atmospheric places. The scenery is breathtaking and the region is well worth including in your itinerary. Between Cusco and Machu Picchu there are a great number of interesting small towns and villages and stunning scenery.
It is an ideal area for those considering self drive. The Sacred Valley follows the Urubamba River as it winds its way through Inca terraces, traditional villages, fields and rocky gorges towards Ollanta which boasts an imposing Inca fortress with fabulous views of the valley.
Urubamba village is charming and peaceful, It is situated close to the river and is particularly good for low level white water rafting, fishing, horse riding and hot air ballooning. Moray is remote but beautiful, with numerous agricultural terraces known locally as the green houses of the Incas. During the harvest months of May and June, the crops turn golden and Moray looks stunning against the snow capped mountains. Salinas and Maras, cascades of old rectangular salt basins, are nearby and also worth visiting.
Holidays in the Sacred Valley
The Valley is also known for the colourful, vibrant markets, in particular Pisac Market (main day Sunday) and Chinchero Market on a Sunday.
