Sacred Valley tours & holidays

Where ancient traditions live on

The Sacred Valley is a living landscape of terraced hills farmed since Inca times, llama-dotted plains and market towns framed by Andean peaks. But it's not just the scenery that'll stay with you – it's the people, their stories and deep connection to the land. When you meet local women at a cafe that employs single mothers, share a traditional earth oven meal with Huilloc villagers or join a Mamacocha (Mother Water) blessing at a sacred lake in Pisac, you'll soon see why this valley is so special.

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Sacred Valley highlights

An Intrepid leader pointing out landmarks to two hikers at a scenic viewpoint on the Inca Trail

Trek the Inca Trail

Spend four days climbing through cloud forests, dramatic Andean mountain passes and llama-filled plains on Peru's most famous trek. The steep ascents and (many) ancient stone steps can be tough... and sweaty! But the view when you arrive at the Sun Gate overlooking Machu Picchu? Can't beat it.

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A group of women from the Huilloc community preparing a traditional pachamanca lunch

Share a pachamanca lunch

Meet the vibrantly dressed (and super-welcoming) women of Huilloc village near Ollantaytambo. Join a Pachamama (Mother Earth) blessing ceremony, then sit down to share a traditional pachamanca lunch – a centuries-old cooking ritual where vegetables and meat (usually guinea pigs) are baked in an underground oven heated with hot stones.

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Two local women knitting at AMA restaurant in Peru

Visit a restaurant making a difference

AMA restaurant supports single mothers in the Sacred Valley by offering training and job opportunities – without sacrificing time with their children. You might even see or hear the kids playing out the back. Listen to the stories about the women who work here, learn what inspired the owner and, of course, enjoy some delicious local food.

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Kinsa Qocha, a trio of sacred lagoons hidden high in the Andes Mountains

Experience an ancient water ceremony

Hike through grassy hills and rocky outcrops to Kinsa Qocha, a trio of sacred lagoons hidden high in the Andes. Here, you'll join local women from the Paru Paru community for a traditional Andean Mamacocha (Mother Water) ceremony – an ancient ritual to honour the Inca goddess of water, give thanks to the land and maintain harmony with nature.

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