Ollantaytambo Guided Tour – 01 Day
Live the spirit of the last living Inca town with real locals.
As a 100% family-owned company from Ollantaytambo, we invite you to explore our homeland through the eyes of its native people. This one-day guided tour immerses you in the history, energy, and living traditions of Ollantaytambo, the last inhabited Inca citadel. Located in the Sacred Valley, this remarkable town blends ancient heritage with vibrant daily life.
During this unique experience, you’ll walk through sacred temples, climb Inca mountains, visit ceremonial fountains, and enjoy the best local cuisine — all with guidance from a certified local expert.
Tour Highlights
- Ollantaytambo Main Archaeological Site
- Temple of the Sun, Inti Watana, Temple of the Condor
- Ancient ceremonial water fountains
- City tour through local neighborhoods
- View of the last meteorite of the town
- Hike to Pinkuylluna Mountain and its Inca storage houses
- Panoramic views of the Sacred Valley and the Last Inca Pyramid
- Visit to the Quello Raqay Palace and the last Sacred Rock of the Sacred Valley
- Enjoy traditional Andean lunch in top-rated local restaurants
General Itinerary
Full morning tour of Ollantaytambo ruins, city center, meteorite, Pinkuylluna hike, and lunch
Distance
Approx. 5 km walking (including uphill to Pinkuylluna)
Duration
Approx. 6 hours
08:30 AM – Pick-up from your hotel in Ollantaytambo or meeting point at the main plaza
08:30 – 11:00 AM – Guided exploration of the main Inca archaeological site, including the Temple of the Sun, ceremonial fountains, and sacred enclosures
11:00 – 11:30 AM – Walking city tour to the last meteorite and old Inca street quarters
11:30 AM – 01:30 PM – Climb to Pinkuylluna Mountain, admire its sacred warehouses and enjoy a panoramic view of Ollantaytambo, the Sacred Valley, and the Paqaritampu Pyramid
01:30 – 02:30 PM – Lunch at one of the town’s best restaurants (Mijunapap, Apu Veronica, or Ollantaytambo Restaurant)
End of tour at approx. 2:30 PM – Optional: continue exploring or return to your hotel
What to Bring
- Comfortable hiking shoes or boots
- Warm layers (mornings and high elevations can be cold)
- Sun protection: sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat
- Water and light snacks
- Small backpack for personal items
- Personal medication if needed
Include
- Certified local English-speaking guide
- Entrance to Pinkuylluna Mountain
- Coca leaves for spiritual energy
- Traditional Andean lunch at top-rated restaurant
- First aid kit
- Oxygen tank
- Bottled water
Not Included
- Entrance ticket to the main Ollantaytambo archaeological site (70 soles – approx. $20 USD)
- Breakfast and dinner
- Transportation (available upon request)
- Hiking poles (available for rent: $5 USD)
- Travel insurance
- Tips for guide or staff
- Hotel accommodation
JOEL BEJAR ESPINOZA
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Recomendations
It was spectacular!! Beautiful views!! I loved it. I recommend them, excellent guide!! If I were to return, I would hire them again.
It was wonderful how they explained everything, the attention they paid, how quickly they resolved any problems. In short, I loved it, and my friends recommend them 100%. Thank you so much, we felt safe at all times.
Excellent service, responsible, super punctual, excellent guides, very knowledgeable and respectful, they know what they're doing and take beautiful photos, 100% recommended
Very great time and appreciated all Mijail did for me and everyone else. Truly made it a magical experience and we felt cared for the whole way