Things to do in Ollantaytambo, Cusco Region: The Best Private Tours

October 27, 2021 Sheron Bogner

Ollantaytambo has some of the oldest continuously-occupied buildings in South America. Once a stronghold of Inca resistance to Spanish colonization, it's remarkably well-preserved. Many travelers visit Ollantaytambo because it's the beginning of the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu, but don't rush through—the ruins are fascinating.
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1. 2-Day Private Huchuy Qosqo Trek to Machu Picchu from Cusco

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This private overnight trek is ideal for those who really want to be far in the middle of nowhere with only nature surrounding them. This is a relatively easy hike of only 4- 5 hours, with elevations from 6725-13287 feet (2050-4050 m). Huchuy Qosqo (small Cusco) is situated above the Sacred Valley of the Incas, or Valley of Urubamba, and offers spectacular views over the mountain range Cordillera de Vilcanota of the Andes and snow-capped mountains over the 5000 msnm. You will enjoy the hike over the Salkantay, Veronica, Chicon and pitusiray high mountains.

Inclusions: Lunch, Overnight accommodation in Hotel 3 Stars. , Professional guide, Private tour, Meals as per itinerary (01=breakfast, 01=lunch), Train Tickets / Bus tickets / admission fees

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Breakfast 1D, Lunch2D , Dinner1D are not included, BIOSECURITY PROTOCOLS AND SUPPLIES COVID - 19

Reviewed By Valerie D

After a 10 day Traveling adventure with a group through another traveling group, my friend and I opted for a private tour of Rainbow Mountain! Unfortunately it snowed on the day we reserved our tour; however it was one of our most enjoyable days due to the kindness of our guide Richard. He was very informative regarding the history and culture of the area and people. We were able to see some beautiful sites on the way to and home. We met some local folks, stopped by a lovely place to eat Los Cabanas and have coffee. The food was awesome!! Richard took some beautiful photos and was patient with us when we wanted to stop to view some sights/alpacas!! The time with Cusco Holiday Peru Servicios Turisticos was one of our most favorite and memorable!! Thanks for such a wonderful time and adventure!!

2.  Inka Jungle trek 4 Day to Machu Picchu, Ziplining, Rafting and Hiking.

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If you are looking for an adrenaline rush in Cusco this Inca Jungle tour is for you-a variety of activities with a lot of adventure. Ride a bike down the Jungle road, which is comparable to the Dead route in Bolivia but more fun and a diverse landscape. Raft down the Urubamba River - the rapids are perfect for beginners yet fun for experts. Hike through and enjoy exploring the jungle. Zip-line on one of the longest zip-lines in South America. End this exhilarating trip by exploring the majestic Machu Picchu!

Inclusions: Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Lunch, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Accommodation included: 3 nights, Round Trip Tourist Bus Aguas Calientes - Machu Picchu, Professional Bilingual Guide on trek & Machu Picchu tour, Mountain Biking Equipment (bicycles, helmet and gloves), Rafting Trip & Equipment, Zip Line activity & gears, Entry / Admission - Machu Picchu

Exclusions: Water bottle, Tips for guide

Reviewed By c45NataLn

I am complete surprised, therer is not enough words to describe how this trip changed my life. This was a life time experience Vidal Expeditions is the right travel company to explore this site of the world! The people are very helpful and have so much information to teach you along the way! I have nothing negative to say about this company! The food was amazing and I am still dumbfounded as to how they did to keep these completely fresh in the tent with our not access to electricity this is impressive!!! if you have plan to come to Peru and visit Cusco i recommend to take Vidal Expeditions. You will not be disappointed! They are the best!!!!

3. Chinchero Sacred Valley Premiun Hike & Machupicchu 3d-2n

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In Cusco we have many options to reach the wonder of Machupicchu, that is why we offer new opportunities, we are the innovators of new tours. Many people make the famous Sacred Valley tour, but not the hike. In Chincheros village we have an original Inca trail that connects to Urquillos village, which is already the Sacred Valley of the Incas. this experience totally very different from the normal sacred valley. make it your lifetime experience with us, nothing is impossible, we offer adventures without limits.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner, Private transportation

Exclusions: Tips for guide, cook.

Reviewed By gailm928

David is the best guide ever. Six years later I still remember his patience and kindness as I clung sobbing to the side of a mountain. He got me to the sun gate ☀️????

4. Sacred Valley & Machu Picchu 2d - 1n

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The sacred valley tour is one of the typical and famous tour in cusco region, the road north from cusco climbing up to as pass undulating across the pampa and then descends dramatically in to the spectacular, fertile Urubamba valley, which is also known as the valle sagrado (sacred valley). The mighty river that flows through the valley was considered sacred by the Incas. From pisac it is known as the vilcanota. Downstream it tends to be refore to as the Urubamba. The Incas built their palaces, religious centers alongside of this giant tributary of the amazon river, include the citadel of pisac and ollantaytambbo, such as salineras and moray are also here. The region is considered sacred because its vital importance to Cusco, the area is rich in history so it’s worth allocating several days to explore it fully. Machulas journey is one the specialist doing this tours and ready to take you whenever you like it, we are offering different itineraries just joint us don’t miss this tour.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Dinner, Private transportation

Exclusions: Tips for the guide and driver.

Reviewed By Myriam Z

I traveled with Machulas Journey and had the best experience ! David knows the area better than anyone, he is trustful, reliable, a kind and positive person, always smiling and willing to share his culture and to make sure his guests are having a great experience. I had a lot of fun. All the ingredients to have the best time and a safe journey. I would do it again and definitely recommend !

5. Lares Trek to Machu Picchu (6 Days)

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 Perfect for those looking to experience the region’s archaeological and cultural treasures in a short amount of time, this adventure includes 1 day in Cusco, 1 day in the sacred valley and 4 day hike along the Pre - Inca Trail. This is one of the world’s best-known hikes and will reward those willing to break a sweat with a stunning combination of mountainscapes, cloud forests, and high jungle. We run our own treks, which ensures the fair treatment of our team, quality equipment and organic Peruvian food.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Dinner, 3 nights hotel (Cusco, Sacred valley and Aguas Calientes)., Machu Picchu entrance ticket, tent, foam mattress and a duffel bag to carry 8 kilos of your personal belongings, Emergency horse and first aid kit

Exclusions: Tips for your Lares trek TEAM, Huayna Picchu and Machu Picchu mountain tickets, Walking stick & sleeping back (Can be rented from us).

Reviewed By TerryHam1

Super full day hike to Rainbow mountain. Finally the tour was done with amazing people from many countries. LITERALLY EVERYTHING WAS VERY WELL ORGANIZED. The food, guide, chef and driver made good job.

6. Lares Tour to Machu Picchu (8 Days)

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Explore the most important iconic places of Peru. The 8 day tour is the trip designed to experience one of the seven wonders of the world and enjoy the legendary pre-Inca Trail on the way to Machu Picchu. - Meet local people along the hike - Admire Colonial architecture on a tour of historic Lima - Visit the ancient Inca Ruins of Ollantaytambo - Discover the ancient City of Pisac - Witness the spectacular Andes Mountains - Explore the Imperial City of Cusco - Stay in Aguas Calientes or Machu Picchu Town - Enjoy after 3 days of hiking The hot springs in Lares - Visit ancient Inca monuments - Enjoy the impressive Inca site of Cusco

Inclusions: Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Machu Picchu entrance fee, A duffel bag to carry 8 kilos of your personal items., Train tickets Ollantaytambo to Aguas Calientes round trip., Tent and foam mattress, Domestic flight (Lima to Cusco round trip).

Exclusions: Tips for Lares trek TEAM, Huayna Picchu & Machu Picchu mountain tickets., Sleeping bag & Walking sticks (Can be rented from us or bring yours).

Reviewed By TerryHam1

Super full day hike to Rainbow mountain. Finally the tour was done with amazing people from many countries. LITERALLY EVERYTHING WAS VERY WELL ORGANIZED. The food, guide, chef and driver made good job.

7. Private Full-Day Tour To Machu Picchu with Lunch

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Visit one of the seven wonders of the world with a unique service and a local Tour guide 100 % expert and with very good English domain, Enjoy the magic, the landscape, food, people and the great history of this place. This experience is private and personalized with lunch included, so you can make a dream come true.

Inclusions: Private guided tour in Machu Picchu (from 2 to 2:30 hrs), Local English- or Spanish-speaking guide, Lunch (appetizer and main course)., Private transfer to Ollantaytambo Train Station (Round Trip), Hotel pickup and drop-off. Note: Some hotels are in areas where the access by vehicle is not permitted. Send hotel details in order to arrange your pickup and drop-off in a nearby place if necessary., Conssetur Bus for go up and down to Machu Picchu

Exclusions: Gratuities, Food and drinks, unless specified

Reviewed By gaving1234

This was a fantastic tour led by a guide named Eddie. Eddie was incredible! He was very knowledgeable, his English was fantastic, and he really made sure everyone could go at a pace they wanted to. We took our time, took many photos, and really enjoyed the experience.

8. Machu Picchu full day - PRIVATE TOUR

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On this full-day private tour from Cusco, we will travel from the Andes to the jungle mountains and arrive at Machu Picchu, where you will explore and learn the history and architecture of the Lost City of the Incas. You will be surprised by the constructions, terraces, temples and the natural environment.

Inclusions: Information prior to the tour in private at your hotel, Transfers in private from Cusco to the train station in Ollantaytambo, Private professional tour guide (speaks Spanish and English), Buffet lunch in Aguas Calientes, Train Ticket in Expedition/Voyager service Ollantaytambo - Aguas Calientes round trip

Exclusions: Hotel night in Cusco., Entrance to Huayna Picchu.

Reviewed By sophiab643

Cannot say enough great things about this tour. We had only a short time in Cusco so we did the one day tour from Cusco including Machu Picchu and the hike of Huayna Picchu. Joseth met with us at our hostel the day before our tour to give us our tickets, go over the day and answer any questions we may have had. The next morning at exactly 4am, a van was at our hostel waiting to taking us to the train station (shoutout to William the driver!) William made sure we found the train ok and then as soon as we got off the train in Aguas Calientes, our tour guide Andre was waiting for us. It was a private tour with Andre who was absolutely fantastic. Not only was the tour informational, Andre also covered all the really interesting cultural aspects of Machu Picchu. After a wonderful tour, Andre reviewed with us how to get back to Aguas Calientes and to our train on time. He left us at the base of Huayna Picchu to hike it. We had lunch in Aguas Calientes and made our way back to the train. At the station, there was another driver waiting for us who dropped us off at our hostel at the end of the day (around 8:30 PM). Joseth checked on us via WhatsApp during the trip to make sure everything was running smoothly. All of the staff was absolutely wonderful! Highly recommend!

9. Full-Day Private tour: Chinchero, Maras, Moray, Ollantaytambo, Pisac Market

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You will start your tour in Chinchero, which was one of the most important populations during the Inca empire. However, it was victim of the extirpation of idolatries, action that replaced the traditional deities by Catholic ones, in order to transform popular beliefs. Then visit Maras, an impressive complex of salt mining. They are large deposits of salt used for exchange for other products with other regions of the empire. On the other hand, the archaeological site of Moray consists of mysterious concentric circular terraces that for some investigators would be an agricultural research center. Free time for lunch and then visit Ollantaytambo, a typical example of urban planning of the Incas. The archaeological complex called fortress although it was a tambo, a resting and lodging place for long distance travellers. Finally visit the citadel of Pisac. The market has dozens of stalls displaying and selling goods crafted by residents of the area. After the visit return to your hotel.

Inclusions: Pickup and drop-off, Professional bilingual tour guide (Spanish and English)., Touristic transportation., Admission to Maras.

Exclusions: Gratuities, Personal expenses, Cusco Tourist ticket - BTC, Lunch.

Reviewed By Vaqnya

Truly recommend this trip to everyone who is fed up with the modern consumption world. A magic spiritual place, very well organised tour from the very first minute, starts from picking up from your hotel, till last one. The guide who accompanied us - MARCO, was very helpful, incredibly knowledgeable and prepared to answer every single question we had, regarding not only Maccu Picchu but also about Peru history, traditions and culture. This add a lot of additional value to our trip. About the place and the feelings that it brought is difficult to write, they need to be experienced individually.

10. Sacred Valley Tour from Cusco with Moray and Pisac

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If you are limited to one day, or even if you are not, this is a great way to see most of the archeological sites from the ancient Incan civilization located in the Sacred Valley. This full-day tour will travel through elevation levels between 9100-11600 feet (2800-3550 m) above sea level. Enjoy this magic day tour with your knowledgeable tour guide.

Inclusions: Private tour, Air-conditioned vehicle, Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, All Fees and Taxes

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities, Lunch

Reviewed By Valerie D

After a 10 day Traveling adventure with a group through another traveling group, my friend and I opted for a private tour of Rainbow Mountain! Unfortunately it snowed on the day we reserved our tour; however it was one of our most enjoyable days due to the kindness of our guide Richard. He was very informative regarding the history and culture of the area and people. We were able to see some beautiful sites on the way to and home. We met some local folks, stopped by a lovely place to eat Los Cabanas and have coffee. The food was awesome!! Richard took some beautiful photos and was patient with us when we wanted to stop to view some sights/alpacas!! The time with Cusco Holiday Peru Servicios Turisticos was one of our most favorite and memorable!! Thanks for such a wonderful time and adventure!!

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