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City tour Cusco: Trip overview

The City Tour Cusco is the perfect experience to uncover the rich history and culture of the ancient capital of the Inca Empire. In just half a day, you’ll explore iconic sites such as the majestic Cusco Cathedral, the mystical Qorikancha (Temple of the Sun), and the impressive ruins of Sacsayhuamán, Q’enqo, Puka Pukara, and Tambomachay. This tour combines colonial architecture, breathtaking archaeological sites, and stunning Andean landscapes that will leave you in awe. Ideal for those looking to immerse themselves in the essence of Cusco in a short time. Book now and experience the magic of this unique city!

City tour Cusco Itinerary

13:40 | Pick up from your hotel

We pick you up at your hotel to go to the temple of the sun Qoricancha, which currently preserves samples of Inca architecture. Then you will walk for about 8 minutes to Qoricancha.

14:00 | Cusco Cathedral

We will pick you up from your hotel between 8:00am and 8:20am. We will first visit the Cathedral dating from the 16th century, the most important church in Cusco, located in the beautiful Plaza de Armas. We will then walk the narrow pedestrian streets for 8 minutes to the Coricancha, The Temple of the Sun.

15:30 | Coricancha

This was the spiritual center of the Inca Empire and its architecture is now a blend of austere Inca temples and rich Dominican Christian splendor. After a tour explaining its history, we’ll leave the city by car to go up the mountain to the impressive ceremonial center of enigmatic Sacsayhuaman.

16:20 | Sacsayhuaman

This is one of the most important Inca archaeological sites, with its massive megaliths and incredible stonework. It is representative of the phenomenal power of this ancient Andean empire. You will learn the origins and mysteries which reside in its walls. We will then go on to the site of Qenqo.

12:00 | Q’enqo

Ancient Inca religious center, this small site was dedicated to worship the Inca gods. Afterwards, we’ll head for the site of Tambomachay.

16:50 | Tambomachay

This was an Incan Water Temple, with beautiful stonework and architecture which is enhanced by the water channels that have been running for over 500 years. Just across the street is our last site, Puca Pucara.

17:30 | Puca Pucara

Our last stop for the tour is this interesting site which translates to “Red Rocks”. It was an entry point into Cusco from the Sacred Valley of the Incas. We will then take the bus back down the mountain and the tour ends at your hotel or the Plaza de Armas.

City tour Cusco Pricing

The price of the City tour Cusco half day is 25USD for the general public.

What is included?

Tourist transportation
Guide in shared service in one language (English or Spanish).

What is not included?

Tourist Ticket
Services not specified.
Gratuities

City tour Cusco Packing list

Comfortable clothing.
Have your entrance tickets ready, which will be given to you before the tour starts.
Mackintosh from December to March.

How to book the City tour Cusco

To book your City tour Cusco, click the BOOK NOW button and select your departure date. Next, fill in the personal information for each participant. Finally, complete the booking by paying a $25 deposit per person.

Once we receive your deposit, you’ll receive a confirmation email, and your trip to Ausangate will be fully secured.

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