Private Half-Day Tour: Discover Ollantaytambo Fortress and Incan Urban Planning
Ollantaytambo
Embark on a private half-day tour to explore the magnificent Ollantaytambo Fortress and witness the impressive Incan urban planning. Climb the 150 steps to reach the summit, marvel at the Temple of the Sun and the Terrace of the Ten Niches. Conclude the tour with a visit to the charming Ollantaytambo town, where ancient traditions still thrive.
Duration:
5 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Archaeological Park Ollantaytambo - Ollantaytambo, a typical example of urban planning of the Incas still inhabited like in the past. You will find here a great archaeological complex called fortress although it was a tambo, a resting and lodging place for long distance travellers.
What's Included
- Pickup and drop-off (from Cusco hotels).
- Professional bilingual tour guide (Spanish and English).
What's Not Included
- Cusco Tourist ticket - BTC
- Personal expenses
- Gratuities
Additional Information
Accompanied by your guide, today you will venture to climb the 150 steps that separate the summit from the low part of the Ollantaytambo fortress, in which the Temple of the Sun (formed by six huge monoliths of pink granite, with a weight of more than 50 tons) and the Terrace of the Ten Niches stand out. The half day excursion ends with a short visit to the Ollantaytambo town, a typical example of the urban planning of the Incas, whose residents still live in accordance with their old traditions.
- It is important to inform us the name of the hotel where you are staying to coordinate your activity
- Children must be accompanied by an adult.
- Rates do not apply for Peruvians or foreign passengers whose stay exceeded 60 days in Peru because sales taxes are not included in the above total and, if applicable, will be collected by the local operator.
- To visit Ollantaytambo fortress, it is important that you acquire your Cusco Tourist Ticket (BTC)
Location
Archaeological Park Ollantaytambo
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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