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Representative view of Sacred Valley, Peru
Region
🇵🇪 Peru · South America

Sacred Valley

Lower-altitude valley of Inca sites, markets and terraces between Cusco and Machu Picchu.

Budget level
Affordable
Best months
May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep
Ideal stay
2–3 days
Best for
Culture, Nature, Family

Overview

The valley of the Urubamba river, at a gentler altitude than Cusco — often a better place to acclimatise, and the rail corridor towards Machu Picchu.

Plan & book

Stays, activities and transport for Sacred Valley will be bookable here soon.

Where to stayComing soon

Curated stays by area and budget will appear here once hotel partners are connected.

Tours & activitiesComing soon

Bookable experiences will appear here once activity partners are connected.

Car rentalComing soon

Rental pickup options will appear here once car partners are connected.

Why go to Sacred Valley

  • Ollantaytambo and Pisac sites
  • Lower altitude for acclimatising
  • Weaving and market towns
  • Rail access to Aguas Calientes

Budget

Sacred Valley is affordable by Peru standards. Across Peru, mid-range travellers typically spend about $65–$105 per person per day.

Country-level planning estimate, excluding flights. See the full Peru budget breakdown.

Practical information

Language
Spanish, with Quechua and Aymara widely spoken in the highlands; English is limited outside tourism
Currency
Peruvian sol (PEN)
Power
Type A/C, 220V
Entry
Entry rules depend on nationality — verify current official requirements before booking.

When to go to Sacred Valley

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec

Plan 2–3 days here. Highlighted months are the best fit for most travellers.

Getting around

  • Domestic flights link Lima with Cusco, Arequipa, Iquitos and the north quickly
  • Long-distance buses are extensive and much cheaper, but Andean routes are slow

Suggested itineraries

  • Peru classic

    12 days

    Lima food, the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu.

    Route: Lima → Sacred Valley → Machu Picchu → Cusco

Peru guides