City Tour in Cusco

Cusco, Peru
Duration5h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesPortuguese, English, Spanish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
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Overview

On the Cusco City Tour, enjoy the incomparable charm of Cusco and its surroundings on a unique tour that will take you to the most important and emblematic sites.

In the morning, at 9:00 am, we will take a walking tour through the heart of Cusco to discover its traditional streets, typical neighborhoods, and historical gems such as the Twelve-Angled Stone, the San Pedro Market, and the majestic Temple of the Sun (Qoricancha). We will end the walking tour in Cusco's beautiful Plaza de Armas, where you will have free time for lunch from 12:00 to 1:10 pm.

In the afternoon, we will continue the tour visiting the main Inca archaeological sites located around the city: Sacsayhuaman, Qenqo, Pucapucara, and Tambomachay. Each of these sites will allow you to appreciate the grandeur and legacy of the Inca culture.

What's included

  • Oxygen
  • Professional tourism guide
  • First aid kit
  • Unlimited mineral water
  • A stop in a local market
  • Private tourist transportation
  • Turist ticket (BTP) and Qoricancha
  • Meals

What to expect

  1. Sacsayhuaman
    45m · Admission ticket not included
    Explore the impressive archaeological center of Saqsaywaman, the first stop on the Cusco city tour. Marvel at the extraordinary megalithic construction of this great Inca temple, where colossal walls were meticulously crafted using giant rocks weighing approximately 120 tons. Spend a minimum of 45 minutes at this stunning site, soaking in its zigzagging beauty and discovering the rich history and charm of Saqsaywaman.
  2. Q'enqo
    20m · Admission ticket not included
    Qenqo, translated from the Quechua language as "labyrinth," is a fascinating site that served as a small ceremonial center for the Incas. It had great importance as a place where mummification processes were carried out, rituals of utmost importance, the most magnificent Inca altar in the Cusco region is exhibited, located within a colossal rock, a testimony of the impressive work of the Incas.
  3. Tambomachay
    40m · Admission ticket not included
    Tambo Machay, also known as the Inca Baths, is an impressive water temple that has great significance for the Andean priests in Cusco. This sacred place is famous for its immutable water flow, which is not affected even by the seasons. dry or rainy, its water flow always remains the same.
  4. 15m
    The word puca pucara in quechua means red fortress, It was a military place for the protection of the capital of the Incas, at the same time an administrative center, in this tour is the highest point by 3900 M.A.S.L. also a nice view point of the mountains.
  5. 35m · Admission ticket not included
    Gold enclosure is the translation of Qoricancha, also known as temple of the sun, this was the most important temple of the Incas where you can appreciate the finest quality of architecture of the incas.

    inside you see small temples dedicated to different gods and deities can be seen. Also part of the church of Santo Domingo the pinacoteca where one can enjoy colonial paintings of the XVI, VXII and XVII century
  6. Plaza de Armas
    20m
    The Plaza de Armas of Cusco ranks among the top 4 main squares of the countries conquered by the Spanish; it is a very beautiful place, surrounded by churches, cedar wood balconies from the colonial era, and gardens with different types of flowers.
  7. San Blas
    30m · Admission ticket not included
    The San Blas neighborhood is a corner where Cusco seems to speak in whispers. As you climb its cobblestone streets, the sounds of the city soften, giving way to the echo of ancient footsteps. On every corner, workshops appear where artisans shape wood and clay as if conversing with time itself. Since colonial times, this small neighborhood—today the most bohemian and traditional in the city—has been a haven for carvers, sculptors, and creators who shaped Cusco's artistic spirit. Among viewpoints, white houses, and blue balconies,
  8. Mercado Central de San Pedro
    25m · Admission ticket not included
    The San Pedro Market is one of the most emblematic cultural and commercial spaces in Cusco, Peru. Renowned for its authenticity and vibrancy, this market offers a unique experience for those seeking to connect with the local essence. Its aisles, imbued with colors, aromas, and traditions, allow visitors to discover the true daily rhythm of the city. Highlights include fresh regional produce, typical dishes, handicrafts, and souvenirs, all crafted using ancestral techniques.

Additional information

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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