Immerse yourself in the ancient Inca capital with a half-day Cusco City Tour. Explore prominent landmarks, witness the fusion of Spanish and Inca architecture, and delve into the rich history and culture of this captivating city.
Immerse yourself in the ancient Inca capital with a half-day Cusco City Tour. Explore prominent landmarks, witness the fusion of Spanish and Inca architecture, and delve into the rich history and culture of this captivating city.
- Sacsayhuaman - The journey continues to Sacsayhuaman, a renowned archaeological site overlooking Cusco. This fortified complex highlights the Inca’s exceptional masonry skills, featuring stones that weigh over 100 tons. Here, the tour guide will explore the rich history of this magnificent structure. Today, Sacsayhuaman is celebrated as the venue…
- Sacsayhuaman - The journey continues to Sacsayhuaman, a renowned archaeological site overlooking Cusco. This fortified complex highlights the Inca’s exceptional masonry skills, featuring stones that weigh over 100 tons. Here, the tour guide will explore the rich history of this magnificent structure. Today, Sacsayhuaman is celebrated as the venue for the Inti Raymi festival, a historic religious event from the Incan era that honors the Sun God.
- Q’enqo - Next, the tour proceeds to Q’enqo, another significant site. Q’enqo was one of the largest sacred places for the Incas, where they performed sacrifices and mummified corpses.
- Tambomachay - Tambomachay is another fascinating archaeological site located on the outskirts of Cusco city. The site features terraced rocks with a network of canals and aqueducts. Tambomachay is believed to have served as a spa for the elite Incan families.
- Puka Pukara - Adjacent to Tambomachay are the military ruins of Puka Pukara. This vantage point offers a stunning view of Cusco and its scenic countryside. “Puka Pukara” translates to “red fort” in Quechua, named for the rocks’ reddish hue at dusk. This site functioned as an Incan watchtower, protecting against potential invaders. After exploring Puka Pukara, the tour will return to the heart of Cusco.
- Qorikancha - The tour includes smaller temples dedicated to the sun, moon, and stars, maintaining the original stone foundations. Outside, there are gardens and fountains on the grounds of the Temple of the Sun.
- Manos De La Comunidad - Manos de la Comunidad offers an impressive experience. The shop sells a variety of alpaca wool products and other regional souvenirs. The prices are fair, and the quality of the products is excellent. The shop is particularly notable for its commitment to supporting local artisans. The alpaca wool is sourced from local communities, and the products are handcrafted by local artisans, helping to support the local economy and preserve traditional Peruvian crafts.
- Private transportation
- Bottled water
- Hotel pick up and drop off in Cusco City Center
- English or Spanish Tour Guide
- All fees and/or taxes
- Private transportation
- Bottled water
- Hotel pick up and drop off in Cusco City Center
- English or Spanish Tour Guide
- All fees and/or taxes
- Entrance Tickets (Boleto Turistico)
- Meals
- Entrance Tickets (Boleto Turistico)
- Meals
The Cusco City Tour offers an in-depth 4-hour journey through the city’s key attractions. Once the center of the Inca Empire, Cusco continued to be a capital during Spanish colonization.
As one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in South America, Cusco beautifully combines tradition with modernity. The city is a remarkable example of the fusion…
The Cusco City Tour offers an in-depth 4-hour journey through the city’s key attractions. Once the center of the Inca Empire, Cusco continued to be a capital during Spanish colonization.
As one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in South America, Cusco beautifully combines tradition with modernity. The city is a remarkable example of the fusion between Spanish and Inca architectural styles.
Taking this tour is essential for any visitor to the region. It provides an excellent introduction to a place rich in history and culture. To optimize your acclimatization, we suggest doing this tour on your first or second day in Cusco.
- Infant meals not included
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.