Inca Trail 2027 - Limited permits. Plan early with Apple Travel Peru.
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Why choose between highlights when you can see them all? Our exclusive one-day itinerary is specifically designed for travelers who want to skip the tourist traps and dive straight into the heart of the Incan Empire. While other tours spend hours at shopping centers, we prioritize the history, archaeology, and breathtaking landscapes of the Urubamba Valley.
Setting out from Cusco, you’ll journey through a valley that stretches over 100km, once the agricultural powerhouse of the Incan civilization. You won’t just see ruins; you’ll understand why they are there. From the clever engineering of the mountain terraces to the strategic fortresses guarding the route to the jungle, this tour connects the dots of history, culture, and climate.
Maximize your time with an itinerary that hits every landmark in a single day:
Pisaq Archaeological Site Explore the massive mountain-top terraces and ancient burial grounds that overlook the colonial town.
Moray “Agricultural Laboratory” Marvel at the mysterious circular terraces designed by the Incas to simulate different micro-climates.
The Maras Salt Mines Witness thousands of ancient, snow-white salt ponds nestled in the mountainside—a site still harvested by local families today.
Ollantaytambo Fortress Finish the day at the “Living Incan City,” home to a massive temple complex and some of the most impressive stonework in the world.
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Extended Sacred Valley Tour with Moray & Salt Mines Included, 1-Day Tour
Extended Sacred Valley Adventure – Full Day
We pick you up at 7:00 AM from your Cusco hotel to begin a full day exploring the Sacred Valley. Your private guide leads the way through stunning Andean landscapes, stopping at El Mirador for panoramic views of the valley while sharing fascinating insights into Inca history.
Pisac Ruins & Market
Next, we visit the Inca ruins of Pisac, one of the largest sites in the Sacred Valley. Explore its massive terraces, irrigation channels, and stone architecture, and discover the ancient cemetery with over 2,000 tombs. After the ruins, take a short stroll through the colorful Pisac Market, where local handicrafts and vibrant culture come alive.
Moray – The Inca Agricultural Laboratory
We continue to Moray, known as the “Greenhouses of the Incas.” Walk through its circular terraces carved into a natural amphitheater, where the Incas experimented with crops using the different microclimates at each level—a fascinating glimpse into ancient agricultural innovation.
Las Salineras – Pre-Inca Salt Mines
Next, visit Maras Salt Mines, a hillside dotted with over 3,000 salt pools. Watch how a natural spring feeds these pools to produce high-quality pink salt, a tradition that has endured since pre-Inca times.
Ollantaytambo – Living Inca Town
Finally, explore Ollantaytambo, a town that remains largely unchanged since Inca times. Walk through its ancient terraces, ceremonial centers, and fortress, and learn how it served as both a royal estate and a stronghold during the Spanish conquest.
Afterward, we’ll drop you at your Ollantaytambo hotel or the train station, depending on your plans.
Altitude Range: 2,792 m – 3,450 m / 9,160 – 11,318 ft
Highlights: Pisac Ruins & Market, Moray terraces, Maras Salt Mines, Ollantaytambo Fortress and Inca town
If you would like to finish the tour in Cusco, we highly recommend you book our Sacred Valley VIP Package Tour
Professional Guides: All of our guides have studied English and tourism at Cusco National University. They are all natives of this region and have a true passion to teach others about their heritage. They are amusing, yet professional, and will ensure you are safe and delighted.
Transportation: We will pick you up in our private van, directly from your hotel. The van will be waiting for you at each stop, after the tour. We will drop you off directly at your hotel. The type of vehicle will be provided based on the group size (SEDAN, MINI-VAN, or VAN)
Entrance Tickets: All of the sites visited on this tour require the Tourist Ticket. You can purchase this ticket at your first stop for 70 soles for a one-day pass, or 130 soles for a 10-day pass / Salt Mines of Maras ticket is 10 each.
All sites in the Sacred Valley require a tourist ticket. Our Sacred Valley day trip only requires a partial tourist ticket as explained below:
The Partial Tourist Ticket is PEN 70.00 Soles (about $25 USD per person) and it is valid for 2 consecutive days. With this ticket, you may access the following sites Pisac, Ollantaytambo, Moray, and Chinchero.
If you visit other sites in the Sacred Valley, we recommend you buy the General Tourist Ticket (Boleto Turistico General), at a cost of PEN 130.00 Soles (about $45 USD per person), and valid for 10 days with access to 14 different locations including Cusco and Sacred Valley historical sites.
Apple Travel Peru is a family-owned travel agency and a local tour operator based in Cusco with personal experience over many years of trekking. Apple Travel Peru is a 100% Cusqueñian Company without any shareholders.
Our dream as a locally based company is to create small personalized tours & treks strictly and only operated by local professional staff catering to PERSONALIZED and HIGH-QUALITY SERVICE.
We take pride in our reputation as a RESPONSIBLE & SUSTAINABLE tour operator. Our staff is our extended family. We offer them a fair salary to ensure they become financially strong. We are proud of our team without them, we wouldn’t be able to offer the best service and amazing experiences to our clients.
Apple Travel Peru knows how important it is to trust in a reliable honest operator to create your adventure of a lifetime while in Peru. Check out our reviews and certificates of excellence on, TRIPADVISOR for yourself! Also, we are highly recommended on Conde Nast Travelers, Lonely Planet, and many blogs like Salkantay/Inka Trail! July 14th to 20th 2016 Trek de Lares 4 hours, “It’s the journey, not the destination…”, Lares Pass – Day 3, Trekking in the Sacred Valley.
To ensure a more personalized service for our guests, at Apple Travel Peru we have a policy that our groups will not exceed 8 people. This fact alone sets us apart from other companies that operate departures with bigger groups.
We are so proud of our guides! They are highly professional and speak fluent English. They are very knowledgeable and passionate about Inca heritage and history. Our guides are dedicated to continuous personal and professional development. They do research to ensure that you receive accurate and recognized theories in Inca and Andean culture. Our crew is fun-loving, great sports, and well-educated. They all hold degrees in one of the following: Archeology, Tourism, Botany, History, or Anthropology.
At Apple Travel Peru, we have always believed that we should give back to the local isolated communities. Therefore, as part of our commitment to responsible tourism, we always do many service projects and hire locally.
Apple Travel Peru is so proud to be able to support these people, not only employing them but also going back to our own grassroots as they share with their families. It makes us happy to have this holistic approach with our highland employees and their families!
January 10, 2024 · Apple Travel Peru
It was my best experience with Apple Travel. I had incredible excellent service. The team is very attentive and friendly.
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Incredible service and experience in Inca Trail 4 days travel. Everything was top of the notch. Thanks Ivanoe, my guide.
Read moreOctober 19, 2022 · Apple Travel Peru
The 2 day Inca Trail to Machu Picchu was everything I expected and more. Gorgeous from beginning to end. The tour guides were great and very knowledgeable.
Read moreOctober 11, 2022 · Apple Travel Peru
It was a great experience with all the team Apple Travel. I enjoyed my whole trip. Thanks a lot for being part of my vacation in Cusco.
Read moreMar 2026 · SAM Travel Peru
A very organized Salkantay experience with caring guides, strong support at altitude, and memorable food after long hiking days.
Read moreMar 2026 · SAM Travel Peru
The guide and chef made the trek feel safe, enjoyable, and personal, even when altitude made the journey challenging.
Read moreMar 2026 · SAM Travel Peru
A difficult hike became possible thanks to a patient guide who encouraged the group and helped through the hardest sections.
Read moreMar 2026 · SAM Travel Peru
The guide adapted the pace and itinerary well, combining knowledge, courtesy, and flexibility throughout the tour.
Read moreJan 29, 2026 · SAM Travel Peru
A smooth multi-day trip with patient guiding, careful logistics, clean transport, and thoughtful help at every site.
Read moreJan 29, 2026 · SAM Travel Peru
The experience exceeded expectations with a local guide whose knowledge and enthusiasm made the journey feel meaningful.
Read moreOct 29, 2025 · SAM Travel Peru
The guide brought history and culture to life while keeping the group comfortable and helping capture great memories.
Read moreFeb 29, 2026 · SAM Travel Peru
The team handled planning easily and adjusted the route around weather and walking ability without losing key highlights.
Read moreApril 21, 2024 · SAM Travel Peru
Expert guides, strong porters, and memorable meals helped turn a demanding trail into a remarkable group experience.
Read moreApril 18, 2024 · SAM Travel Peru
The guides kept the schedule smooth and attentive, making the first visit to Machu Picchu easy to recommend.
Read moreApril 9, 2024 · SAM Travel Peru
The guide, cook, and porter team brought great energy, answered questions, and even helped celebrate a birthday.
Read moreApril 17, 2024 · SAM Travel Peru
The guide respected a slower pace, shared useful knowledge, and made the route feel supportive and enjoyable.
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