Includes Tourist transportation. Professional guide. Not Included Meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner). Entrance fee to Qoricancha (S/20). Entrance fee to the four archaeological sites (S/70 - Note: Usually covered by the Cusco Tourist Ticket). Travel insurance. Tips / Gratuities.

Discover the rich Peruvian culture in Cusco. Delve into the millennia-old history of the Incas. It is ideal for gradual acclimatization to the altitude. Discover Cusco, the ancient Inca capital.

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Afternoon Cusco City Tour

Our Afternoon Cusco City Tour invites you to explore the Inca Empire’s ancient capital, Cusco or Qosqo, in Quechua. This city was a nerve center for various indigenous peoples for a long time, leaving behind a rich cultural heritage. Discover the fascinating history from every corner of this emblematic Peruvian city.

Cusco is Peru’s most important tourist destination, mainly due to its proximity to the wonder of Machu Picchu. However, the city’s streets pulse with the country’s history, offering a window into the past. As you walk through it, you can appreciate the different layers of its evolution, from Inca antiquity to the Spanish Conquest and its subsequent effects.

A City Tour in Cusco will guide you through the city’s most significant sites. It includes visits to the majestic Temple of the Sun, the Qoricancha, and the various Inca sites on the outskirts. Prepare to witness an astonishing fusion of Inca and Spanish architecture and art, a testament to the meeting of cultures.

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Tour type

Sightseeing / Cultural

Duration

6 hours

Difficulty

Easy

Season

Year-round

Minimum altitude

3,350 masl / 10,990 ft.

Maximum altitude

3,520 masl / 11,549 ft.

Include

Includes

Tourist transportation.
Professional guide.

Not Included

Meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner).
Entrance fee to Qoricancha (S/20).
Entrance fee to the four archaeological sites (S/70 – Note: Usually covered by the Cusco Tourist Ticket).
Travel insurance.
Tips / Gratuities.

What to Expect

Discover the rich Peruvian culture in Cusco.
Delve into the millennia-old history of the Incas.
It is ideal for gradual acclimatization to the altitude.
Discover Cusco, the ancient Inca capital.

Itinerary

Day 1: Guided tour from Cusco to 5 Inca archaeological sites and return to Cusco

These sites are not just ruins but living testaments to the ingenuity and advanced knowledge of the Inca civilization.

We will begin our fascinating tour by picking you up between 12:45 PM and 1:00 PM directly from a central point in the Plaza de Armas (Main Square) of Cusco’s Historic Center. Our first stop will be the majestic Qoricancha Temple, known as the “Golden Temple” or “Temple of the Sun.” During a detailed guided tour, we will delve into this sacred place’s fantastic history and profound spiritual significance for the Inca civilization.

We will board our tourist transportation to head to the city’s outskirts, towards the majestic fortress of Sacsayhuaman. This incredible archaeological site will leave you breathless with its gigantic volcanic stones, meticulously carved and assembled by the Incas with astonishing precision.

We will continue our exploration by delving into the mysterious site of Qenqo. This unique place features an intricate labyrinth of underground passages, altars, and niches carved directly into the rock. Qenqo was considered a critical Inca ceremonial center, possibly used for rituals and astronomical observations.

Our next stop will be Puca Pucara, a “Red fortress” in Quechua. This archaeological site is considered an important Inca military and administrative complex, strategically located with panoramic views of the valley.

Finally, we will arrive at Tambomachay, a beautiful and tranquil site called the “Inca Baths.” This site, with its impressive crystal-clear water fountains, channels, and artificial waterfalls, was not just a place for the Incas to relax but a testament to their advanced hydraulic knowledge and respect for water as a life-giving element. After a day full of discoveries and learning, we will conclude our tour by returning to the starting point, the Plaza de Armas in Cusco’s Historic Center. Here, you can continue exploring the city on your own, enjoy the local cuisine, or relax.