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CUSCO CITY TOUR 2024 Half Day Tour in Cuzco
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Cusco
Discover Cusco’s rich heritage on a half-day tour. Explore Incan and Spanish influences, main streets, and hidden alleys. A must-do cultural experience.
Duration:
5 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Cusco Cathedral - First you’ll visit the imposing Plaza de Armas and the Cusco Cathedral. The Cusco Cathedral is very important because inside you will find the paintings of the Cusco School of Artists, and learn how the Spanish conquistadors imposed Christianity on the natives.
- Qorikancha - You will visit the Incan Temple of the Sun, the Coricancha. Historians tell us that during Incan times this was the most important religious site in their empire (Tahuantinsuyo).
- Sacsayhuaman - After Coricancha we will head out of the city and up to the immense Fortress of Sacsayhuaman. It is a mystery as to how this site was constructed. The stone blocks are as big as a truck, and they fit together perfectly. No mortar was used.
- Q’enco Archaeological Complex - Our next stop will be Qenco. Here you will walk through underground passageways, and marvel at the carved rocks. This carved limestone formation is full of subterranean passages and decorated with mythical figures.
- Puka Pukara - Its name comes from the quechua words which means ‘’Red Fortress’’. Puca Pucara or Pukapukara got this name due to the red granite it was constructed with. This archaeological complex features terraces, walls, aqueducts, squares, and stairways that ensure the urban layout is suitable and functional.
- Tambomachay - Tambomachay was one of the Inca monuments where water was worshiped. Such is the majesty of Inca work that to this day, five hundred years later, water continues to circulate there. The chroniclers affirm that the Inca emperor spent his days of relaxation there. It is one of the most visited archaeological sites in Cusco along with the Coricancha, Sacsayhuaman, Qenqo and Pucapucara.
What's Included
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Surcharges on fuel
What's Not Included
- Bottled water
Additional Information
On our Cusco guided tour you can see why the United Nations has designated Cusco to be part of the Cultural Heritage of Humanity. Come with us and experience the incredible mixture of both incan and spanish-style. You will also have the opportunity to explore Cusco’s main streets and back alleys. The unique charm of the City Tour in Cusco will open your mind, show you how to appreciate our millenial culture, and make you a better world traveller. Our cusco day trip is a must-do when you arrive in the imperial city.
Location
Cuzco Main Square
Del Medio
At the indicated time, our uniformed team will be in the Plaza of Cusco with their respective official photo ID from the travel agency. You will be able to see a banner with the name of our agency on it. That way you can easily recognize us. You will also be identified by your first and last name.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Gabestickman
Jul 14, 2024
Extremely knowledgeable guide! Perfect tour to discover the wonders of Cusco - Had an excellent time exploring Cusco with travel 1 tours. Our guide, in addition to showing is the most incredible sites of Cusco, gave us amazing tips on ways to make our few days in Cusco the most memorable.
Highly recommend!
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Nancysz5125lc
Jun 25, 2024
AMAZING, INFORMATIVE, AND FUN!!! - "Wow, what an amazing tour! Our guide was incredibly knowledgeable and made the experience so much fun. We were conveniently picked up from our hotel for the afternoon tour and got to visit all the sites listed. Qenqo was my favorite - it's truly impressive with spectacular views. We took so many photos and you won't regret choosing this tour company. They truly stand out from the rest."
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Micheleagle
Jun 24, 2024
Fun in the Land of the Incas - It was a great tour. We had a lot of fun. Sacsayhuaman is absolutely spectacular. Our guide was friendly and very knowledgeable. It was like having an Inca for a guide.
Everything was ship-shape and on time.
Highly recommended.
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Sethuramanl2023
May 28, 2024
Awesome tour - My tour guide Jacob was very knowledgeable. He himself was of Inca heritage was able to explain Inca ruins very well. Their history, architecture etc. Since tour guide could not arrive on time (15 min delay) due to traffic (Cusco traffic is bad) as a courtesy tour company paid for Qorikancha admission. I will recommend this tour.
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Sethuraman_l
May 8, 2024
Awesome tour - My tour guide Jacob was very knowledgeable. He himself was of Inca heritage was able to explain Inca ruins very well. Their history, architecture etc.
Since tour guide could not arrive on time (15 min delay) due to traffic (Cusco traffic is bad) as a courtesy tour company paid for Qorikancha admission.
I will recommend this tour.
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Tourist795267
May 6, 2024
Fast-paced Cusco - Informative and well-planned tour, covering the major locations both in lower and upper Cusco.
Thanks to guides we haven’t wasted time queueing for tickets, especially at Qurikancha. Loads of info about the Cathedral and Escuela cuzqueña
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Sightseer61485507165
May 6, 2024
Cuzco city tour - Good tour! Optimal timing, qualified guide, comfortable transport. All major sights in Cuzco and around are included.
If you are also visiting Sacred Valley you can integrated ticket for all sights
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O5340iv_
May 5, 2024
Busy tour - Great expensive for competitive price! Guide was knowledgeable and helpful, transportation convinient and reliable. Highly recommended!
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