Explore ancient Incan caves, hidden within the Pachar community. These caves were an ancient ceremonial site where you will be able to view incredible stone carvings. You will then visit the ruins of Pynkoylluna in Ollantaytambo, were you will be able to enjoy wonderful views of Ollantaytambo. You will also visit the Arin community and go on a small trek to a beautiful waterfall. Lastly, you will visit the Sacred Ruins of Urco, an ancient and forgotten ritual grounds.
8:30 AM: You will be picked up from your hotel in the Sacred Valley.
8:30-9:00 AM: You will be taken to the Urubamba where you will eat a light Andean style breakfast in the Market of Small Producers.
9:00-10:30 AM: After breakfast, you will be take to the Pachar community, where you will visit the hidden Incan Caves.
10:30 AM-12:20 PM: You will then visit the ruins of Pynkoylluna in Ollantaytambo.
1:00-2:00 PM: You will eat lunch at the house of Indigenous local "Mamacha" and gain a deeper understanding of life in the Sacred Valley of the Incas.
2:00-2:40 PM: After lunch, you will start heading to Arin where you will go on a small trek up a mountain. At the end of this trek, you will arrive at a waterfall and you will also be able to see breathtaking views of the Sacred Valley.
2:40-3:00 PM: You will drink a traditional "Chicha de Jora" in a typical "Chicheria" and learn about how its made and how it contributes greatly to local Andean culture.
3:00-4:00 PM: Lastly, you will visit hidden and sacred ruins of Urco and you will be given a brief explanation of the site.
4:00-4:30 PM: You will be taken back to your hotel.
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