Cusco: Andean Food and City Tour with San Pedro Market

5.0 (42 reviews) Cusco, Peru
Duration4h
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LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 12 travelers

Overview

Discover the rich flavors of Cusco on this immersive 4-hour food tour, where you will taste over 14 traditional Andean dishes. Explore the vibrant San Pedro Market, savor fresh ceviche de trucha, and interact with local chefs as you learn about the cultural significance of each dish. This tour combines culinary delights with sightseeing, featuring stops at historic sites like Plaza de Armas and Qorikancha (outside). With a licensed guide, you'll enjoy an authentic experience that showcases Cusco's unique gastronomy and history.

- Taste 14 authentic Andean flavors, including alpaca and tamal
- Visit iconic locations like San Pedro Market and Plaza de Armas
- Guided by a local expert passionate about food and culture

What's included

  • Lunch
  • Licensed tour guide
  • Hotel pick up/drop off

What to expect

  1. San Pedro Central Market
    25m
    Cusco's lively central market bursts with Andean colors and flavors—just a short walk from Plaza de Armas—offering fresh exotic fruits, vibrant juice stalls, local superfoods like quinoa and maca, authentic street eats, handicrafts, and the raw pulse of daily life at 3,350m.
  2. Plaza de Armas
    5m
    The vibrant heart of Cusco, where Inca stone meets colonial grandeur—framed by the majestic Cusco Cathedral and La Compañía church, alive with fountains, locals and travelers.
  3. Cusco Cathedral
    5m
    View from the outside - Dominating the north side of Plaza de Armas, this majestic Cathedral Basilica of the Virgin of the Assumption blends Renaissance, Baroque, and Gothic styles—built 1559–1654 over the Inca palace of Kiswarkancha with massive Sacsayhuamán stones—housing stunning Cusco School paintings, golden altars, and colonial treasures
  4. Qorikancha
    5m
    View from the outside - The legendary "Golden Temple" of the Inca Empire, once dazzling with gold-plated walls dedicated to the Sun God Inti—now fused with the colonial Church of Santo Domingo atop masterful Inca stonework, showcasing seismic-resistant precision and cultural fusion.
  5. Twelve Angled Stone
    5m
    Iconic Inca masterpiece on Hatunrumiyoc Street, this precision-carved green diorite block boasts 12 perfect angles fitting seamlessly without mortar—part of the ancient Palace of Inca Roca wall
  6. San Blas
    20m
    Cusco's enchanting artisan neighborhood, perched on a hill just steps from Plaza de Armas—famous for its steep cobblestone streets, whitewashed colonial houses with Inca stone bases, vibrant art galleries, workshops, cozy cafes, and the charming Plazoleta de San Blas with its historic church, all infused with bohemian energy and panoramic views.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Main entrance of San Pedro train station (outside)

End point

Additional information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Not recommended for travelers with reduced mobility or knee problems
  • Not suitable for travelers on a vegan diet

Cancellation policy

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

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