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explora Valle Sagrado was designed as a headquarter from where to explore a remote and great destination: Cusco, Machu Picchu and the Sacred Valley of the Incas. All our programs include accommodations, transfers, meals and beverages, and a selection of more than 30 explorations developed by our outdoor team.
Our explorations take travelers through the colonial history of Cusco and the architectural magnificence of the Incas in Machu Picchu, isolated villages, archaeological sites such as Ollantaytambo, Moray, Chinchero and Pisac, to Andean pampas and mountains or Apus, considered by locals as guardians of people and nature.
Located between Cusco and Machu Picchu at an altitude of 600 meters (2.000 feet) below the ancient Inca capital city, explora Valle Sagrado offers visitors an in-depth exploration experience from a base hotel immersed in the history of the Incas.
Traveling through archaeological Inca sites, following the course of the Urubamba River by bike, visiting Machu Picchu or arriving at a glacier nearby Cusco are some of the explorations carefully designed by explora for its travelers. Through more than 30 options to explore, either walking, by van or riding a bike, our travelers discover from traditional villages still untouched by globalization to perfectly preserved ancient traces and lost lagoons in the Andean pampa.
Located in one of the Valley’s remotest haciendas, explora Valle Sagrado has views to the mountains that, some time ago, were part of the Inca Empire, and preserves pieces of history going back more than 400 years. The hotel is surrounded by Inca terraces and walls and our Casa de Baños Pumacahua Bath House, where the hotel Spa is located, is a 17th-century colonial mansion that belonged to a Peruvian Independence hero.
Rooms in explora Valle Sagrado combine simplicity and comfort to ensure that our travelers get a good night rest after a day of exploration. With views to the cornfields and the mountains, the rooms are lined in wood and have a welcoming decoration, thus being a unique setting to disconnect and enjoy the Sacred Valley of the Incas.
Everything about this lodge is perfection. The food was incredible, the rooms were amazing, comfortable and planned to the last detail, the common areas and pools were all perfect and stylish but accessible. But what sets it apart are the staff and the explorations they lead each day. What an incredible way to see this area. Staying here is a memory I will cherish forever!
We stayed for 3 nights - tip - stay more! Be properly prepared for all weather for your hikes and if you are a veggie ask for the vegetarian menu. Drink pisco sours and enjoy amazing scenery, fabulous hikes and really experienced guides - enjoy
The concept of Explora is to experience the Sacred Valley and all it has to offer in the most authentic and active way, combined with the 'luxurious home' that is the hotel. Moreover, this concept has been executed to the highest quality level: the hikes are varied (nature, history, local ambiance), the guides are very well informed and enthusiastic, the rooms are spacious and super comfortable, the food is delicious and healthy, the overall space is spectacular and the service is familiar and attentive. This was our first time at Explora and we will definitely go find another of their destinations.
This is the second Explora property at which I have stayed (Easter Island being the other). It was phenomenal! Beautiful architecture, excellent service, eco-friendly, great food and terrific, customized daily half-day or full-day expeditions. We were a family group of 8 but also saw couples and other family groups there. Just a delight. The staff was super accommodating to all levels of activity. I HIGHLY recommend you spend a few nights here!
