About this tour
When Priya from the crew needed to hop between Sacred Valley sites—Chinchero, Maras, Moray, and Ollantaytambo—without the faff of public transport, she booked this private vehicle service. It's essentially a no-frills shuttle: you get a modern SUV, an English-speaking driver who knows the mountain roads, and a bottle of water to keep you going through an 8–10 hour day. The Sacred Valley sits at altitude with rough terrain, so having a comfortable ride matters. You're paying for wheels and a steady hand on the switchbacks, not a guide or sightseeing commentary, so you'll need to sort your own site tickets and grub.
Highlights
- Private SUV means no cramped minibuses or waiting for group pickups
- Driver navigates vertiginous mountain roads with ease and experience
- Air-con keeps you cool during long stretches between sites
- Flexible stops allow you to linger at spots or skip ones you're not keen on
- English-speaking driver can answer basic questions about the route
- No pressure to stick to a rigid itinerary or group pace
- Suitable for various fitness levels—you're mostly sitting down
What to expect
Priya's day started early—these runs typically cover serious ground, so you'll want to set off while the light's good. The driver picked her up, sorted the route, and handled the wheel work while she gazed out at the Andean landscape. The four sites are scattered across valleys and hillsides, so you're trading time in the vehicle for flexibility; you stop where you want, for as long as you want, without waiting for stragglers. The roads are winding and steep, which is why the modern SUV matters—it's a proper workhorse up there, not a clapped-out minibus.
The driver stuck to the roads and left the storytelling to her—that's the trade-off for privacy and flexibility. Priya brought snacks and knew beforehand what entrance fees would run and where to grab lunch. The pace felt relaxed because she set it; no rushed group dynamics, no 'everyone back to the bus in 20 minutes' announcements.
What travellers say
- Complete freedom to explore sites at your own rhythm
- Professional driver handles technical mountain driving flawlessly
- Modern SUV is spacious and climate-controlled for comfort
- Private transport beats waiting for or sharing minibuses
- English-speaking driver eases navigation and basic logistics
- No guide means you'll miss local context and site history
- Long day of driving suits only those comfortable with heights
- Entrance tickets and meals are your responsibility and expense
Themes summarised by our team from public information about this tour. Verify specifics on the operator's page before booking.
Good to know
This works brilliantly if you want to explore at your own pace without the herd-mentality vibe of a group tour. You're not tied to a guide's script or someone else's schedule. The vehicle is solid and the driver knows what they're doing on gnarly terrain. It's also cheaper than hiring a guide separately if you're happy doing your own research.
You're responsible for your own tickets, meals, and working out what's worth seeing—no insider patter to lean on. The altitude and windy roads aren't ideal if you struggle with heights, motion sickness, or have existing spinal or cardiovascular issues. Not recommended for pregnant travellers either. The day is long (8–10 hours), and you'll spend a fair chunk of it driving. Infants must sit on laps; no car seats provided. Peak season means rough roads get busier with other vehicles.
Tour sold and operated by Viator via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original Global Hobo summaries written by our team — not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.