Machu Picchu & Sacred Valley

An Award-Winning Hotel

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by Chef Virgilio Martínez.

with a Gastronomic Experience

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Cusco, Machu Picchu and Valle Sagrado.

and more than 30 Explorations.

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The Sacred Valley of the Incas

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 40 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.

Why explora?

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.

70 km from Cusco and at the heart of the Inca Empire, <em>explora</em> Valle Sagrado is sited in a protected and quiet hacienda, surrounded by cornfields and with views to the mountains.

Location

The Pumacahua Bath House is an old colonial manor located on one side of the hotel’s corn terraces. Rescued by our restoration and archaeology team, it contains the hotel’s spa where our guests can enjoy massages, a swimming pool, steam baths and saunas.

Spa Pumacahua Bath House

Some of the areas we will be visiting in Valle Sagrado include Machu Picchu, Ollantaytambo, Zapacto, Maras, Quimsacocha, Pisac, Cusco, Moray, and many others.

Privileged views

Explorations

Given the region's outstanding ancestral and cultural heritage, the commissioning and construction of the Valle Sagrado project was done in the most responsible way, working in close coordination with the Peruvian archeology institute. At the same time, we worked with the area's communities and we hope – starting as from this year – to establish a conservation and social responsibility program.

Sustainability

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Exploring Cusco, Machu Picchu and the Sacred Valley

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 40 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.

Hotel & Services

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

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.

Standard Room

44 Standard Rooms (430 feet²) with views to the corn plantations and[...]

Suite

6 suites (570 feet²) with views to the corn plantations and mountains[...]

Sacred Valley Gallery

Reviews

Ariel R
03/12/2019
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Magical!
Explora is a truly magical place. Gorgeous hotel, luxurious rooms, food and drinks to die for, and the excursions are phenomenal! The guides here are fantastic, they know everything - history, archeology, culture, geology, etc. You really learn the "why" behind the excursion topics. And they are each exclusive and unique. The bike riding was so much fun, and we felt we were watching Game of Thrones when learning about Machu Picchu history - we were on the edge of our seats! I cannot recommend this place enough, we were heartbroken when we left. We hope to come back soon!
PaulTena
02/12/2019
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Simply the best!
Spent a week here and it was one of my favorite trips ever. For a property to truly be 5-star, no detail can be overlooked and this Explora delivered on every level. Upon arriving at the airport, we were in Explora's capable hands and for the next week, we enjoyed hiking in amazing locations, eating wonderful food, and just relaxing in our suite and/or at the spa. I cannot recommend staying here enough. I would gladly repeat this entire experience. Thank you, Explora. I am coming back.
Travellinggently
11/08/2019
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Perfect in every way
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!
MMD69
12/07/2019
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Wonderful stay in beautiful surroundings
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