Pisac Hike Full Day

Take an incredible journey and experience Peru’s lively culture as you hike to the Pisac Ruins! Enjoy the stunning sights at the end of your trail adventure overlooking this spectacular area.

EXCURSION DESCRIPTION

At 9:00 a.m., we have the pick-up service from clients’ hotels to begin the journey by vehicle to the Sacred Valley via the Corao Valley. We briefly stop at the spectacular viewpoint of Taray to admire a panoramic view of the Sacred Valley, the Urubamba River, the Andes mountain range, and the majestic Sahuasuray and Pitisiray glaciers.

We continue the tour to make two car stops in other parts of Pisac Colonial and Cuyo Chico to have different photographic views of the surroundings of the Pisac ruins. We start hiking from the top of Pisac ruins and slowly descend Mountain Pisac. We follow the Inca paths of Pisac to discover the incredible ancestral Inca constructions.

Incredible panoramic views complete the guided tour through the trails of the Pisac ruins offered by the tourist area. The ruins of Pisac are known as an urban Inca center for displaying many Inca watchtowers on different sides of Pisac Mountain. Arriving in the colonial town of Pisac, we will have plenty of time to walk around the artists’ shops to take home souvenirs or beautiful pictures.

Sites to explore on the Pisac ruins hike

Pisac Tour

1. The ruins of Pisac – The most attractive tourist attraction of the Pisac Inca. It has Inca archaeological remains as important as Machu Picchu and the Temple of the Sun.
2. Acchapata group of platforms – It comprises 40 Inca platforms that form an inverted triangle; you will see the smallest Inca platform when you ascend.
3. Towers or Pucaras – More than 20 towers are in Pisac’s mountains. Some are attached to the Mountain. The others are compact mass lifts.
4. Intiwatana neighborhood – It is the central neighborhood. It houses finely built temples and palaces. Its precincts are more significant compared to other areas. Here, you will see the “Intiwatana or Inca sundial.”
5. Tianayuc Neighborhood – Tianayuc translates to “That has a seat.” It is a kind of sofa for two people made of stone, with a backrest and elbow pads with an impressive view of the valley.
6. Kalla Q’asa neighborhood – Here, you will see rooms, towers, and a 3-meter-long tunnel that crosses one of the Inca Trails of Pisac. This neighborhood is built next to impressive ravines.
7. Pisaq’a Neighborhood – This neighborhood has a semicircular shape, in harmony with the Mountain’s circumference; here, you can see more than 20 enclosures built in fantastic symmetrical order.
8. Qanchis Raqay neighborhood is a kind of checkpoint guarding the northeastern side of Pisac.
9. The town of Pisac – The town of Pisac is surrounded by beautiful Andes mountains. There you can enjoy nature as well as its square and colonial church.
10. The Pisac Market – The traditional market of Pisac is a significant commercial place for handicrafts.

The Pisac Hiking Experience

The Trek to the Ruins

The hike to the Pisac ruins begins from the town itself. The trail gradually ascends, offering breathtaking views of the valley below. Along the way, you’ll encounter local flora and fauna, adding to the allure of the journey.

Exploring the Incan Ruins

Reaching the ruins, you’ll be awestruck by the architectural brilliance of the Inca civilization. Knowledgeable guides can narrate fascinating tales of the site’s history, customs, and rituals.

Reaching the Intihuatana

One of the hike’s highlights is the Intihuatana, the “Hitching Post of the Sun.” This ceremonial stone structure served as an astronomical observatory for the Incas and held spiritual significance.

The Enchanting Beauty of the Andes

Flora and Fauna

The Pisac Hike offers nature enthusiasts a chance to encounter various plant and animal species native to the Andean region. The vibrant ecosystem makes every step of the hike a delight.

Spectacular Vistas

As you descend, the panoramas become increasingly breathtaking. From lush valleys to snow-capped peaks, the views from the Pisac trails are nothing short of mesmerizing, making the hike a photographer’s paradise.