Cusco: Half Day City Tour with Sacsayhuamán & 4 Inca Ruins

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Duration5h
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish, Spanish
Group sizeUp to 19 travelers

Overview

Enjoy a comfortable half day guided tour of Cusco with knowledgeable local guides, modern tourist transportation, and a carefully planned itinerary. Discover the city's most iconic Inca archaeological sites, including Qorikancha, Sacsayhuamán, Q'enqo, Puka Pukara, and Tambomachay, while learning about the history, culture, and traditions of the Inca Empire. This experience is ideal for travelers looking to explore Cusco's highlights in a short time with excellent service and expert guidance.

What's included

  • Ai conditioned tourist vehicle
  • First aid kit available during the tour
  • Central meeting point at Plaza de Armas, Cusco
  • Round trip transportation in a comfortable
  • Personalized assistance before and throughout the experience
  • Safety briefing before departure
  • Professional English & Spanish speaking tour guide
  • NO ESTA INCLUIDO EL ALMUERZO O SNACKS
  • Cusco Tourist Ticket (Partial) – S/ 70 per foreign visitor.
  • Partial Cusco Tourist Ticket (BTC) – S/ 40 per Peruvian visitor.
  • Qorikancha entrance ticket – S/ 20 per person
  • Personal expenses
  • Tips for the driver and guide (optional)

What to expect

  1. Cusco
    20m
    Begin your half-day Cusco City Tour with a convenient pickup from your hotel or the designated meeting point in Cusco's historic center. Meet your professional guide before exploring the city's rich Inca and colonial heritage, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
  2. 30m
    Discover Qorikancha, the Temple of the Sun, the most important religious site of the Inca Empire. Admire its remarkable Inca stonework and learn how this sacred temple was transformed into the Convent of Santo Domingo during the Spanish colonial period.
  3. Sacsayhuaman
    30m · Admission ticket not included
    Explore the impressive archaeological fortress of Sacsayhuamán, famous for its enormous carved stone walls, ceremonial terraces, and breathtaking panoramic views over Cusco. Learn about its importance in Inca history and architecture.
  4. Q'enqo
    30m · Admission ticket not included
    Visit the archaeological site of Q'enqo, an important Inca ceremonial center featuring carved rock formations, underground chambers, and sacred altars used for religious rituals and astronomical observations.
  5. Tambomachay
    30m · Admission ticket not included
    Discover Tambomachay, known as the Inca Water Temple, famous for its ceremonial fountains, sophisticated hydraulic engineering, and beautifully preserved stone terraces surrounded by the Andean landscape.
  6. Puka Pukara
    30m · Admission ticket not included
    Stop at Puka Pukara, the Red Fortress, an archaeological military outpost believed to have protected the entrance to Cusco. Explore its terraces, walls, and strategic viewpoints while learning about its role during the Inca Empire.
  7. Cusco
    15m
    After exploring Cusco's most important Inca archaeological sites, return comfortably to Cusco, where your half day city tour concludes near the historic center, leaving you with unforgettable memories of the ancient capital of the Inca Empire.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Meet your guide at the fountain in the center of Cusco's Plaza de Armas. Please arrive 10 minutes before the scheduled departure time.

End point

Meet your guide at the fountain in the center of Cusco's Plaza de Armas. Please arrive 10 minutes before the scheduled departure time.

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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