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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish, Spanish
Group sizeUp to 17 travelers
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below
Overview
Discover the rich history and culture of Cusco, the archaeological capital of the Americas, on this engaging city tour. Visit iconic sites such as the majestic Cusco Cathedral, the historic Qorikancha Temple, and the impressive Sacsayhuaman Fortress. With the expert guidance of a professional bilingual guide, explore ancient ruins and colonial treasures while learning about Inca engineering at Puca Pucará and Tambomachay. The tour also includes a stop at a local textile center to see traditional weaving techniques in action. This 5 - 6 hour tour starts at 8:30 AM, includes transportation and a bilingual guide, and is suitable for all ages, although acclimatization to the altitude is recommended.
What's included
Partial Tourist Ticket (for other archaeological sites)
Tourist transportation in a comfortable vehicle
Hotel pickup
Professional official bilingual guide
Tips for the driver and guide (optional)
Personal expenses
What to expect
Cusco
30m
Hotel Pickup
Your day begins with a hotel pickup between 8:30 AM and 9:00 AM. From there, we head straight to the heart of Cusco to start the cultural and historical exploration.
Cusco Cathedral
30m · Admission ticket not included
Cusco Cathedral
Visit the Cusco Cathedral, located at the Plaza de Armas. Discover its colonial treasures, intricate gold and silver artwork, and learn why it is one of the city’s most important religious and historical landmarks.
45m · Admission ticket not included
Qorikancha Temple
Stroll through the main streets to Qorikancha, the most important temple of the Inca Empire. Admire the finely crafted stone walls dedicated to the Sun, Moon, and stars, and hear stories about the temple’s significance in Inca cosmology.
Sacsayhuaman
45m · Admission ticket included
Sacsayhuaman Fortress
Take a short drive to Sacsayhuaman, a fortress with massive stone walls, some weighing over 120 tons. Learn about the incredible engineering skills of the Incas and explore the site’s strategic and ceremonial importance.
Tambomachay
1h 30m · Admission ticket included
Puca Pucará and Tambomachay
Continue to Puca Pucará, an Inca military outpost, and explore its defensive platforms. Then visit Tambomachay, known as the “Bath of the Inca,” a ceremonial site with advanced water channels used by the Inca elite.
Cusco
45m
Textile Center
End the tour at a local textile center, where you can watch traditional weaving and dyeing techniques. Learn about the creation of alpaca and baby alpaca garments and have the chance to purchase unique handmade products.
Meeting and pickup
Pickup details
We will pick you up from your hotel, so please wait in the hotel lobby between 8:30 AM and 9:00 AM. From there, your cultural and historical exploration of Cusco begins.
Additional information
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Entrance fees to Qorikancha 6,00 USD por persona
Entrance to Cusco Cathedral 7,00 USD por persona
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
