Highlights
The best of City Tour Cusco Peru
- Immerse yourself in the rich culture and traditions upon arriving in City tour Cusco.
- Cusco boasts several prestigious titles: UNESCO World Heritage Site, Archaeological Capital of America, Historical Capital of Peru, and Navel of the World. Experience the reasons firsthand.
- Embark on a tour of the city’s most historically significant sites to provide you with a warm welcome.
- During the Viceroyalty period in Cusco, colonial houses, churches, and convents adorned with magnificent artworks were constructed atop Incan walls and foundations—discover this and more.
- As you venture beyond the city center, marvel at breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains and the sprawling cityscape below.
- Relax as our friendly team handles every detail of your journey with care.
Trip Details
Details About City Tour Cusco Peru
- Tour Location: Cusco City, Peru
- Tour Type: Half Day tour
- Start/End Time: Pickup could be 9:00 AM or 1:00 PM from your hotel lobby and you should be back around 6 PM
- Consideration: Please remember to comfortable shoes
- Highlights: Temple of the Sun, and amazing Inca ruins on the city limits including Sacsayhuaman
Trip Summary
Cusco City Tour At a Glance
- 12:45 hrs: Meeting point at Office or Santo Domingo Koricancha.
- 13:00 hrs: Visit to the Convent of Santo Domingo and Qorikancha Archaeological Center.
- 14:10 hrs: Visit to the Sacsayhuamán Archaeological Center.
- 15:20 hrs: Visit to the Qenqo Archaeological Center.
- 16:00 hrs: Visit to the Puca Pucará Archaeological Center.
- 16:50 hrs: Visit to the Tambomachay Archaeological Center.
- 18:00 hrs: Return to the city of Cusco.
Itinerary
City Tour cusco
- VIEWS: Qoricancha (Temple of the Sun), Sacsayhuaman, Qenqo, Puca Pucara and Tambomachay.
- SCHEDULE: in the morning (8:30 am to 13:30 pm ) or afternoon (1:00 pm to 6:00 pm)
- Our city tour Cusco we will start visiting :
Qoricancha (Temple of the Sun): Qoricancha, or the “Golden Courtyard,” was the most important site dedicated to the worship of the sun god. The walls were once covered with sheets of gold. The convent now bearing the same name is built on this site with polished stone structures. It features a remarkable Renaissance-style doorway and a unique baroque tower, along with an impressive collection of paintings from the Cusco school.
Saqsayhuaman: The name Saqsayhuaman means “satisfied falcon” in Quechua. This fortress was constructed to protect the city of Cusco from eastern invaders and is a prime example of Inca military architecture. Built with massive granite blocks, some standing up to 5 meters high and weighing as much as 350 tons, it consists of three large terraces bordered by colossal stone walls extending up to 300 meters in length. Due to its proximity to Cusco, it also served as a quarry for some of the city’s colonial constructions.
Qenqo and Pucapucara: Qenqo is a large rocky promontory carved with holes, steps, and channels, likely used for depositing chicha (a corn-based drink) in Inca rituals. Pucapucara, near Qenqo, is another example of military architecture. This fortress features large walls, terraces, and stairways and was part of the defensive complex of Cusco and the Inca Empire.
Tambomachay: Known as the “Inca Bath,” Tambomachay was a ceremonial center dedicated to the worship of water and a resting place for the Inca monarch. It features an intricate hydraulic system with a series of aqueducts, canals, and waterfalls carved into the rock, designed to channel water from nearby springs.
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PRIVATE TOUR OPTION
- For the private option, a minimum of 2 people is required to make a booking. With this option, you have the flexibility to customize your services according to your preferences.
- During the city tour, we can include a visit to “Manos de la Comunidad” Handicraft where you can see alpacas, llamas, vicuñas, guinea pigs, and even purchase some traditional clothing if desired (not mandatory).
- We can decide the departure time
Inclusions
Included
- Pick up from hotel
- BTP (entrance tickets to the City tour Cusco)
- Adicional entrance ticket to Qoricancha
- Tourist transportation
- English and Spanish, professional tour guide
No Included
- Meals and drinks.
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