We will have a whole day to learn the history of the Sacred Valley of the Incas. From the Taray viewpoint, from where we can obtain a stunning panoramic view of the valley, we will appreciate the corridor of the Urubamba River, the mountains that surround it and the town centers that give it life with their corn fields. We will reach the top of the Apu Inti Huatana hill where we will find the archaeological complex of Pisac, which houses dazzling stone platforms and offers a privileged view of the traditional town that bears the same name. Walking through its buildings we will see why it is one of the most relevant in the valley, both for its urban planning (very advanced for its time) and for the variety of environments or “areas” dedicated to religious ceremonies, rooms, and temples.

We will enjoy a lunch full of local flavour before visiting two more destinations. During the Tahuantinsuyo, the archaeological site of Moray, which resembles a natural amphitheatre, functioned as a laboratory and agricultural research centre according to some studies. Its enormous concentric terraces and the variety of microclimates they created allowed the growth of a wide variety of crops. We will also visit the ancient salt mines of Maras, a place where the coveted Maras salt, one of the finest in the world, is collected. We will see almost 3,000 pools that in Inca times were an important centre for the imperial economy. Today it continues to be a valuable source of income for hundreds of families. With stunning panoramic views of the mosaic of terraces and ponds, Maras offers the perfect setting for photography enthusiasts.