Discover the magic of inka empire on our City Tour Cusco in one day. Immerse yourself in the ancient history of this captivating city and its surroundings.
Information
Duration: 5 hours
Hour: 9 am or 12pm
Language: To choose. Guides in French, English, Italian or Spanish.
Altitude: 3399 m.s.n.m. Cusco
Level: 1 Easy
Popular tourist destinations: Cusco, Plaza de Armas, Cathedral, Qoricancha, Sacsayhuaman, Qenqo, Tambomachay, Pukapukara
Itinerary
We begin the city tour Cusco by picking up our passengers from their respective hotels between 9:00 to 9:30 am or 12:30 to 1:00 pm to start the tour.
During this itinerary, we will visit six significant locations:
Firstly, marvel at the impressive architecture and historical significance of the Catedral, the most important church in the city, which was built on an Inca palace.
Next, explore Qoricancha or the Temple of the Sun, the most important religious center of the Inca Empire, where you can witness the incredible fusion of Inca and colonial architecture.
Our journey continues to Sacsayhuaman, where you can admire the construction made of massive stones weighing over 100 tons, showcasing the advanced engineering skills of the ancient Incas.
We will then visit Qenqo, a sacred site where mummification rituals took place. Explore the intricate passages and learn about the mysteries of this ancient wonder.
Next, we’ll explore Puca Pucara, an Inca fortress and control point. Discover its defensive structures and gain insight into its strategic importance.
Finally, our last destination is Tambomachay, a resting place for the Inca and home to ceremonial fountains. Experience the tranquility of this location and learn about the Inca’s religious practices involving water.
This circuit lasts approximately 5 hours and concludes at the Plaza de Armas, the central square of Cusco, where you can soak in the vibrant atmosphere and colonial charm.
Embark on this exciting adventure and immerse yourself in the historical and cultural wonders of Cusco. Book your City Tour Cusco experience now and let the grandeur of the ancient Inca Empire captivate you!
Prices may vary depending on the number of passengers (if the group is large there are special discounts), age (ticket prices for students and/or children), nationality (the Andean Community has an agreement) and other factors at the time of make your itinerary together.
Don’t worry about transfers and payments in different currencies, we have an agency in Spain that operates throughout Europe and another agency in Peru for all of America.
Places like Machu Picchu or the Inka Trail require making a reservation months in advance because tickets tend to run out.
What to expect from us?
Safe travel:security and tranquility. We know that traveling to a different country can be challenging, that’s why we guarantee the security and peace of mind you need so that you can enjoy and relax on your trip.
The best adventure, cultural & culinary experience.
Personal travel assistant: agency in Peru & Spain. Our travel assistant will be available throughout the trip so you don’t have to worry about anything and enjoy your trip.
Sustainable & responsible travels. Supporting the local economy and promoting more sustainable and responsible tourism.
"The feeling of having left a positive environmental impact wherever you travel has no comparison. The closeness with the inhabitants, the food with organic products... it was a wonderful experience. #responsibleandsustainabletours..."
"I traveled with my family and I was surprised by the kindness of the guide from the agency, he was concerned about the well-being of my son when he suffered from altitude sickness. Human treatment and alternatives tours"
"Wonderful Cusco! Its food, its people! The best destination in South America that I have visited. The agency caught my attention for its offer of Environmentally Conscious Travel, this should be mandatory for all workers in tourism. Five stars."