Whilst Cusco was a bit of a culture shock for us (after the relatively chilled out attitude to tourism in Bolivia), the Sacred Valley was much more relaxed. We stayed in Ollantaytambo for a few days and enjoyed free ruins, cute cafes and delicious food as well as side trips to the salineras and Moray agricultural terraces. It was a lovely respite from the crowds at Machu Picchu and the touts in Cusco.
See also our photos from Machu Picchu and visitors’ guide.
Strolling South America 