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City tour – Half day
- Duration
- 1 Day
- Physical rating
- Easy: for all ages
- Trip type
- History
- From
- US$ 00
Overview
Discover the history, culture, and impressive architecture of Cusco on our Half-Day Cusco City Tour. This experience is perfect for travelers who want to explore the city’s most important historical and archaeological sites in just a few hours.
Begin your journey at Qorikancha (Temple of the Sun), one of the most sacred temples of the Inca Empire. Continue to the remarkable archaeological site of Sacsayhuaman, famous for its enormous stone walls and panoramic views of Cusco.
You’ll also visit Qenqo, Puka Pukara, and Tambomachay, where you’ll learn about Inca traditions, ceremonies, and engineering.
Accompanied by a knowledgeable local guide, you’ll discover the fascinating blend of Inca and Spanish colonial history that makes Cusco one of Peru’s most remarkable destinations.
Itinerary
Option A: Cusco City Tour In The Morning
Our tour of Cusco city begins at 8:00 AM with a pickup from your hotel. We will first visit the Inca site of Saqsaywaman, where we will spend approximately an hour exploring the site. Following this, we will proceed to Qenqo, where we will examine the site and our guide will provide detailed explanations of its functions. Our journey will continue to Tambomachay and Pucapucara, where we will visit and receive further explanations about these sites.
On our return to Cusco, we will make stops in the neighborhoods of 7 Borreguitos and Sapantiana for some excellent photo opportunities. We will then continue to the main square to visit the Cathedral and Qoricancha. Our final stop will be San Pedro Market, after which we will transfer you back to your hotel.
Option B: Cusco City Tour In The Afternoon
We come to pick you up at your hotel at 1.30 pm. we will first visit the center of Cusco, having with us a professional English-speaking guide. First, he will present the Cathedral (built in a Baroque style and having paintings of the Cusqueña school) and the temple of Coricancha, more known as Golden Palace (A place which we will enjoy in all its enchantment such as, the temple of the Thunder, moon, Lightning, Rainbow, Stars and the temple of Santo Domingo). Then we will visit Sacsayhuaman, located on a mountain overlooking Cusco.
Following we will set course to Qenqo, also known as the Labyrinth. This temple dedicated to Mother Earth is a unique center of celebrations and astronomical studies. Later on, we’ll visit Pucapucara, This complex contains several rooms, inner plazas, aqueducts, vantage points, and pathways. Last we will go to the archeological site of Tambomachay.
What's part of your journey
Included
- Professional English-speaking tour guide.
- Tourist transportation throughout the tour.
- Visits to Qorikancha, Sacsayhuaman, Qenqo, Puka Pukara, and Tambomachay.
- Hotel pickup from centrally located accommodations in Cusco (subject to availability).
- Assistance during the tour.
Not included
- Cusco Tourist Ticket (Boleto Turístico) for archaeological sites.
- Entrance ticket to Qorikancha.
- Meals and beverages.
- Personal expenses and souvenirs.
- Tips for the guide and driver.
- Travel insurance.
Packing List – What to Bring
- Comfortable walking shoes: Suitable for uneven stone paths and archaeological sites.
- Light jacket or sweater: Cusco’s weather can change quickly, especially in the afternoon.
- Sun protection: Sunscreen, sunglasses, and a sun hat.
- Reusable water bottle: Stay hydrated while exploring Cusco’s high-altitude attractions.
- Rain jacket or poncho: Particularly useful during the rainy season (November to March).
- Camera or smartphone: Capture the beautiful landscapes and historic sites.
- Personal medication: Bring any medication you may need.
- Cash in Peruvian soles: For entrance tickets, souvenirs, or personal purchases.
- Passport or identification: Recommended for ticket purchases and identification.
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