Inca Village + Ollantaytambo Fortress

This historic site of Ollantaytambo offers a fascinating insight into Inca engineering and architecture, combining sacred temples, strategic storehouses, and natural viewpoints that reveal the splendor of the Inca civilization.

But Ollantaytambo is not just an archaeological complex; it is also a «Living Inca Village,» where time seems to have stood still. The narrow cobblestone streets, stone dwellings with trapezoidal doorways, and water channels that still flow through the village reflect the essence of traditional Andean life. It is one of the few places in Peru where the original Inca urban structure remains intact and in daily use.

Visiting Ollantaytambo is like traveling back in time and immersing yourself in a unique cultural experience, where past and present coexist in perfect harmony. From the monumentality of its ruins to the warmth of its people, this place leaves an indelible mark on the memories of those who visit.

Itinerary

Pick-up and Welcome

Meeting point: Ollantaytambo Main Square or your hotel.
Brief historical introduction to the Living Inca Village and the importance of Ollantaytambo in the Inca Empire.

Tour of the Living Inca Village

Inca Streets: Walk through the cobblestone streets that maintain the original Inca urban structure. Observe the water channels that still flow through the village.
Inca Court: Visit the ancient Inca dwellings that are still inhabited.
Mañay Raqay Square: Learn about this traditional meeting space and its cultural significance.
Ollantaytambo Site Museum: Exhibition of archaeological artifacts, textiles, and ceremonial objects.
Brief explanation of the Inca and colonial history of the area.

Artisan Market

Free time to explore the local market, where you will find traditional textiles, ceramics, and typical products of the region.
Opportunity to interact with artisans and learn about their ancestral techniques.

Break and Refreshment

Sampling of a traditional drink or coca infusion to prepare for the climb to the archaeological site.

Visit to the Ollantaytambo Archaeological Center

Temple of the Sun: Observe the carved monoliths and learn about their ceremonial function.
Agricultural Terraces: Admire the impressive Inca agricultural engineering and how they exploited the mountainous terrain.
Ñusta Baths: Ceremonial space linked to the worship of water.
Fortress and Lookout: Climb to the highest point to appreciate the panoramic view of the valley and surrounding mountains.