Sacsayhuaman Temple, Tambomachay and Puca Pucara Half-Day Tour

4.4 (68 reviews) Cusco, Peru
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Duration3h
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesPortuguese, English, Italian, French, Spanish
Group sizeUp to 14 travelers
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Experience the impressive Incan architecture of the ancient fortress and temple at the archeological park of Sacsayhuaman. Our tour will go through the three levels of this magical place. Sacsayhuaman was a temple, made of mysteriously massive stones. Travelers will discover the hidden corners and remains of this sacred place. Afterwards, we continue to the Inca adoratory of Q’enqo, with its surprising altar for sacrifices embedded in the internal part of its rocky formation. Finally, we arrive at the Puca Pucará lookout and Tambomachay, a monument of notable architectonic excellence which is considered one of the pillars of the Andean cosmovision. These spectacular archeological sites which surround Cusco are a true mark of Incan heritage and culture and a must-see when visiting Peru. Admission tickets are included.

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Shared Tour

Bilingual Guide: With english/spanish speaking guide. Shared Tour in both languages.
Pickup included

Private Tour

Pickup included

What's included

  • Passport Admission ticket of Archaeological Sacsayhuaman Park (4 archaeological sites)
  • Guide in live bilingual Spanish and English service
  • Hotel pickup & drop-off.Note: Some hotels are in areas where the access by vehicle is not permitted.
  • Gratuities

What to expect

  1. Sacsayhuaman
    1h 30m · Admission ticket included
    We will get away from the crowds to visit Sacsayhuaman, an impressive citadel full of colossal fortress surrounded by beautiful landscapes in complete communion with nature. This citadel has three levels, take your time to discover the remains of the tower, and feel the sacred paths and stones.
  2. Q'enqo
    30m · Admission ticket included
    The Inca´s shrine of Qenqo has an awesome altar for sacrifices embedded in the side of the rock. It´s not accesible in this moment for covid reasons. Panoramic view of the top labyrinth.
  3. Puka Pukara
    30m · Admission ticket included
    Puca Pucara, means in quechua language, the red fortress. The watchtower was a military site to defend the city of Cusco and Sacsayhuaman. On the past, it used by check point.
  4. Tambomachay
    45m · Admission ticket included
    Tambomachay, a monument of noticeable architectural excellence, considered one of the pillars of the Andean view of the world. The spring water comes from inside the mountain for the youth and luck.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

This activity includes roundtrip transfer from your hotel, apartment or home. Some locations are in areas where the access by vehicle is not permitted. Send your details in order to arrange your pickup and drop-off in a nearby place.

Additional information

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • 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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