During this amazing and unique tour, we will tour the Salt Mines at Maras, where you can see locals collecting salt from pools in the same way that the Incas did. Then we will hike down to the floor of the Sacred Valley using one of the original Inca trails that was used to transport the salt towards Machu Picchu. Our driver will pick us up and transport us to a local organic farm where we will take a tour, tasted local fruits and vegetables and cut alfalfa to feed the guinea pigs. Then we will go to Urubamba to visit a local non-touristic market and an incredible pottery workshop.
Posted By : F9736VCmaryamm
Valentin is outstanding and he is great guide. He introduces you to a whole world of Peru and share his personal experiences. The lunch at the farm was the best, his knowledge of Peru is vast and you enjoy just being with him. He does the best job of giving a good spirit and good connection with the mother nature.
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Posted On : 2024-06-12 20:08:18 
Posted By : K8800YFmicheleh
My experience with Valentin as my travel guide in Peru was truly exceptional. Valentin's extensive knowledge and attention to detail made every moment of the trip a memorable and enriching experience. His passion for his country shone through in every aspect of the tour, as he shared fascinating insights and stories that brought the history and culture of Peru to life. Valentin's proficiency in English made communication effortless, allowing for clear and engaging conversations throughout the journey. I highly recommend Valentin to anyone looking for a knowledgeable, passionate, and personable guide to explore the wonders of Peru.
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Posted On : 2024-03-27 11:17:37
Posted By : Jmarshall95678
What an incredible day! Valentin is so kind, interesting, and professional. He picked us up at our hotel in Urubamba, and took us through the Sacred Valley - Chinchero, Moray, Maras, and OLLANTAYTAMBO. It was a wonderful route with amazing views. It was just the four of us - so a totally private tour.
We learned so much about what we were seeing, and really got a feel for the communities and the history of the area.
We had the best lunch of our trip at a restaurant on the square in Ollantaytambo. All the food is locally sourced and so delicious. We stopped at a women’s art collective in Chinchero, which was my favorite. It was absolutely lovely and the the whole tour was perfectly timed.
There are so many tours to choose from. I have travelled around the world and seen many, many wonders. The people you see them with matter. This wonderful man is amazing and you should absolutely book with him. As an added bonus, he does a lot of community work by building and funding schools, advocating for porters, and supporting local businesses. This is conscious tourism at its best.
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Posted On : 2023-06-09 18:46:05
Posted By : Paula F
Altitude sickness and asthma add an extra challenge to the adventure of travel in Peru. Nevertheless, every carefully planned experience with Valentin and his team was awesome and I cannot overstate my gratitude for the depth of their kindness and compassion. Valentin is a remarkable person and offers exceptional and attentive service from start to finish.
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Posted On : 2023-05-02 01:24:58
Posted By : Heatherhaus
Valentin was extremely personable and knowledgeable and elevated this experience from a typical tour to a historical journey. His knowledge of the Incan culture was impressive. His sense of humor was charming. The variety of activities was a perfect mix of culture and history. Would definitely recommend. His son Kenney is also a wonderful helper/guide.
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Posted On : 2022-06-12 09:54:20
Posted By : jaros729
We went to Salt Mines and it was something out of this world! Breathtaking colors, platforms, just magical atmosphere like we were on a different planet. Valentine and crew gave us fantastic tour and explained to us the whole process of extraction of the precious salt. At the end of the tour we could buy dark chocolate with salt and our group bought it all!!
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Posted On : 2020-07-12 23:52:30
Posted By : amiec
We did the ATV ride to maras and moray and a tour of Ollaytantambo. Our guide was excellent and so flexible to our needs. The atv was so much fun. My teen son as well as my 10 year old were able to ride. Maras and Moray are a must see! Your are in the best hands with travel company. From the prompt emails before the trip, to the tour itself. This is a luxury tour company and I can tell you by comparison this company is great. For a wonderful day out and a lifetime of great memories, this is the company to use!
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Posted On : 2020-01-04 15:54:25
Posted By : Sue P
Valentin was an very friendly and informative guide! His knowledge of the Sacred.Valley and Machu Picchu and the history of the Inca civilization was captivating and his English was incredible- very easy to understand him. I highly recommend Valentin for any guided tours and he went above and beyond what I expected. I experienced so much more than just Machu Picchu and his drivers and other tour guides were excellent as well. Thank you so much Valentin and I’m sorry my review is so late!
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Posted On : 2019-06-29 00:29:23
Posted By : brewskiakb
Valentin was an excellent guide for our group of 16. He organized 3 different tours specific to our group. Communication was excellent when setting things up and once we arrived in Peru. His passion for Peru, his family and teaching tourists come through in all he does. He offers very clean transportation and was on time every time we met. He is fun, full of knowledge and will keep you safe while enjoying Peru. I would highly recommend Valentin. Thanks for helping to make our trip more special.Anne
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Posted On : 2019-06-05 09:13:46
Posted By : CalpurniaAndoverMA
I am almost at a loss to describe how wonderful and multi-faceted our experience in Peru was. We were a group of nine on a yoga retreat + tour of the Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu and Cusco. Valentin shared his profound love of his country and its deep Inka roots with us. The logistics were flawless! Having experienced tours in several countries, I can say with confidence that you cannot find a more informed and educated guide who embodies the beauty of the Peruvian people. His knowledge of the archeology, history and traditions of his country as it compares with others cultures is remarkable. Speaking 3 languages fluently enhanced our experience. His team is friendly, helpful and fun! Thank you to Daniel, Nilton and the entire team. If you are seeking a tour which is grounded in tradition, welcoming to all including the LGBTQ community and sincerely interested in your group, you must contact Valentin’s Pachamama Journeys! -Amy S from Massachusetts
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Posted On : 2019-06-04 20:38:57
