City Tour Cusco

Día Completo
  • Availability Daily departures
  • Transport Hotel pickup
  • Tour Guide Tour guide included
  • Service type Shared service
  • Cancellation policy Non-refundable
  • Difficulty Easy

About this activity

Discover the main tourist attractions of the city of Cusco and immerse yourself in the ancient history of the Inca civilization. On this half-day tour of Cusco you will visit emblematic archaeological sites such as Coricancha, Sacsayhuamán, Qenqo, Puca Pucara and Tambomachay. Admire the impressive stone architecture of the Incas and learn about the cultural legacy of one of the most advanced civilizations in America.

Featured

  • Cusco Cathedral
  • Temple of Coricancha (Temple of the Sun)
  • Sacsayhuamán Fortress
  • Qenqo Archaeological Site
  • Puca Pucara Archaeological Complex

Itinerary

Day 01 City Tour Itinerary

The tour begins with pickup from your hotel. We will begin by visiting the Cathedral of Cusco, famous for its valuable colonial art and paintings from the Cusco School. Then we will explore the Coricancha (Temple of the Sun), where Inca architecture merges with Spanish architecture.

We will continue towards Sacsayhuamán, an impressive fortress with huge stone blocks perfectly assembled. We will continue to Qenqo, a ceremonial center known as “labyrinth”, and then to Puca Pucara, an ancient Inca control fortress.

Finally, we will visit Tambomachay, a sacred site linked to water and purification. The tour ends near the Plaza de Armas of Cusco.

Schedules

9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. 

1:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

What's included

What’s Included

Professional guide

Tourist transport

Pick up from your hotel in Cusco

What’s Not Included

Cusco Tourist Ticket (S/70.00)

Cusco Cathedral (S/40.00)

Recommendations

  • Wear comfortable clothing and appropriate footwear for short walks.
  • Wear sunscreen, sunglasses, and a cap or hat.
  • Bring a bottle of water to stay hydrated during the tour.
  • Have cash on hand for tourist income or personal expenses.
  • Bring personal documents (passport or ID).
  • It is recommended to acclimatize at least one day in Cusco before taking the tour.
  • Respect the guide's instructions and take care of the archaeological sites.
  • Bring a camera or cell phone with enough battery for photos.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the tour include pick-up from the hotel?

Yes, the tour includes pick-up from hotels located in the historic center of Cusco.

How long does the tour last?

The tour lasts approximately half a day (4 to 5 hours).

Is entry to tourist sites included?

Not always. Generally, the Cusco Tourist Ticket and entry to Coricancha are required, which can be purchased separately.

Do I need to be acclimatized for this tour?

Yes, it is recommended to acclimatize for at least one day in Cusco to avoid altitude sickness.

Is it a difficult tour?

No, it is an easy tour with short walks and accessible for most people.

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