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Sacred Valley
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Sacred Valley

Inca ruins, traditional villages, and Andean culture

Best time: May-Sep · Typical stay: 2–4 days

Monthly overview

Each month classified using local weather, crowds, and prices.

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Dec

Seasons

May-Sep

4-22°C

Peak season, perfect hiking weather, all sites accessible, crowded markets

Crowds: very-highPrice: moderate

Oct-Apr

6-22°C

Heavy afternoon rains, lush green terraces, quiet towns, very affordable

Crowds: lowPrice: low

Top experiences

  • Pisac Ruins & Market — Terraced ruins and artisan market
  • Ollantaytambo Fortress — Living Inca town and ruins
  • Moray Agricultural Terraces — Circular Inca laboratory
  • Maras Salt Mines — Pre-Inca salt terraces
  • Traditional Weaving Workshop — Andean textile traditions