Discover boutique hotels in Sacred Valley of the Incas, Peru
Connecting the terraced villages of Pisac and Machu Picchu, the Sacred Valley was once at the centre of Incan civilisation. Snaking between the steep Andean foothills on either side, this fertile strip of land helped to sustain the surrounding villages and citadels, allowing the entire Cusco region to flourish under Incan control. During the colonial era, impressive farmsteads were built on prime plots in the foothills, some of which have now become hotels, often with organic farms attached to them.
When to go
The most popular time to visit is between June and August, when the weather is at its most reliable. If you want to avoid the worst of the crowds, consider May or September.