CITY TOUR IN CUSCO

Explore the heart of the Inca Empire with a captivating 4-hour city tour through Cusco’s historic streets and majestic colonial landmarks.
Discover ancient temples, panoramic views, and the living culture that makes Cusco unforgettable.

Type of Excursion

History & Archaeology

Transport

Van

Difficulty

Easy

Duration

4 Hours

Service

Group Tour (18 max.)

Schedules

9:00am or 1:00pm

ITINERARY

8:50 AM – Hotel Pick-Up and Tour Start
- Our team will coordinate a timely pick-up directly from your hotel, ensuring a smooth and comfortable start to your experience.
9:00 AM – Visit to Coricancha (Temple of the Sun)
- Begin your day at the heart of Inca spirituality. Explore the exquisite stonework and colonial architecture of Coricancha, once the most revered temple in the Inca Empire.
9:45 AM – Sacsayhuamán Fortress
- Travel to the city’s outskirts to admire this monumental Inca fortress. Marvel at its massive limestone blocks and enjoy sweeping views over Cusco.
10:30 AM – Qenqo Archaeological Site
- Discover the mysteries of Qenqo, a sacred site carved into natural rock formations, believed to have hosted ancient rituals.
11:00 AM – Puca Pucara Military Outpost
- Visit this reddish-hued structure that once served as a strategic checkpoint for travelers entering Cusco.
11:30 AM – Tambomachay (Water Temple)
- Explore the tranquil fountains and aqueducts of Tambomachay, a site dedicated to water worship and purification.
12:15 PM – Cusco Cathedral
- Return to the city center to admire this architectural gem, blending Gothic, Renaissance, and Baroque styles. Inside, discover colonial-era paintings and sacred artifacts.
1:00 PM – End of Tour
- Conclude your journey in Cusco downtown with a deeper appreciation for Cusco’s rich history and cultural legacy.

ITINERARY

1:20 PM – Hotel Pick-Up and Tour Start
- Our team will coordinate a timely pick-up directly from your hotel, ensuring a smooth and comfortable start to your experience.
1:30 PM – Cusco Cathedral
- Visit the Cusco Cathedral in the city center, a masterpiece of Gothic, Renaissance, and Baroque architecture. Inside, admire colonial-era paintings and sacred artifacts. This landmark reflects the rich cultural and spiritual heritage of the region
2:15 PM – Coricancha (Temple of the Sun)
- Continue to Coricancha, the most sacred temple of the Inca Empire. Discover its finely carved stone walls and the Spanish colonial church built atop its foundations.
3:00 PM – Sacsayhuamán Fortress
- Head to the outskirts of Cusco to explore this monumental Inca fortress. Marvel at its massive limestone blocks and enjoy panoramic views of the city.
3:45 PM – Qenqo Ceremonial Site
- Visit Qenqo, a mysterious site carved into natural rock formations. Its underground chambers and altars hint at ancient rituals tied to astronomy and religion.
4:15 PM – Puca Pucara
- Stop at this small reddish fortress, once a checkpoint and resting place for travelers and warriors entering Cusco.
4:45 PM – Tambomachay (Water Temple)
- Explore Tambomachay, a site dedicated to water worship. Its aqueducts and fountains still function today, showcasing the Incas’ advanced hydraulic engineering.
6:00 PM – Return to Cusco
- Conclude your afternoon with a deeper understanding of Cusco’s historical and spiritual legacy.

WHAT IS INCLUDED:

Hotel pick-up for accommodations located in the city center of Cusco
Bilingual tour guide: English / Spanish

WHAT IS NOT INCLUDED:

Entrance ticket to the Cathedral of Cusco
Entrance ticket to the Coricancha temple
The Tourist Ticket (BTC) grants visitors access to the archaeological sites of Sacsayhuamán, Qenqo, Puca Pucara, and Tambomachay

FRECUENT QUESTIONS

MY ACCOMMODATION IS OUTSIDE CUSCO CENTER

A designated meeting point can be arranged in the city center (historical center) for your convenience. Alternatively, transportation services can be provided for an additional fee.

ABOUT THE TOURIST TICKET "BTC"

The Tourist Ticket (BTC) is a mandatory ticket for all visitors and allows access to 16 different attractions in the city of Cusco and surroundings (museums, theaters, archaeological sites, etc.). Some of the attractions are mentioned in our activities.The Tourist Ticket (BTC) is divided as follows:
- 1) GENERAL TICKET for adults:Valid for 10 days. This ticket allows you to visit the following attractions:- Sacsayhuaman- Qenqo- Puca Pucara- Tambomachay- Museum of Contemporary Art- Regional Historical Museum- Museum of Popular Art- Qoricancha Site Museum- Qosqo Native Art Center- Pachacuteq Inca Monument- Piquillacta- Tipon- Pisac- Ollantaytambo- Chinchero- Moray
- 2) PARTIAL TICKET FOR ADULTS:It is subdivided into 3 Circuits.
  - CIRCUIT 1: Valid for 1 day. This ticket allows you to visit the following attractions:- Sacsayhuaman- Quenqo- Puca Pucara- Tambomachay
  - CIRCUIT 2: Valid for 2 days. This ticket allows you to visit the following attractions:- Regional Historical Museum- Museum of Contemporary Art- Museum of Popular Art- Qorikancha Site Museum- Qosqo Native Art Center- Pachacutec Inca Monument
  - CIRCUIT 3: Valid for 2 days. This ticket allows you to visit the following attractions:- Pisac- Ollantaytambo- Chinchero- Moray

The ticket price may vary depending on the type selected, ranging from S/70 (24 USD) for the partial ticket to S/130 (45 USD) for the full ticket.

The Tourist Ticket (BTC) is available for purchase on-site at the entrance of each attraction.

The Tourist Ticket (BTC) is NOT valid to visit Machu Picchu.

The Tourist Ticket (BTC) is available for purchase at the entrance of each attraction mentioned in the program or can be added as an "Add-on" at the time of booking.

ABOUT THE TICKET TO THE CATHEDRAL OF CUSCO

The entrance ticket to the Cusco Cathedral is not included in the Tourist Ticket (BTC), as this site does not fall under the jurisdiction of the Peruvian government. Visitors wishing to enter must purchase a separate ticket, which costs approximately S/40 (15 USD) per person and is available for purchase on-site at the cathedral's entrance or can be added as "Add On" at the moment of booking.

ABOUT THE TICKET TO THE CORICANCHA TEMPLE

The entrance ticket to the Coricancha Temple is not included in the Tourist Ticket (BTC), as this site does not fall under the jurisdiction of the Peruvian government. Visitors must purchase a separate ticket, which costs approximately S/20 (8 USD) per person and is available for purchase on-site at the temple's entrance or can be added as "Add On" at the moment of booking.

CHANGES, CANCELLATIONS AND REFUND POLICIES

Change of Travel Date

Requests to change the travel date will be accepted up to 24 hours prior to the scheduled activity.

Cancellations

Cancellations submitted at least 24 hours before the scheduled activity are eligible for a full refund.
Cancellations submitted within 24 hours of the scheduled activity are non-refundable.
Cancellations due to circumstances beyond the control of either the company or the client (such as strikes, social conflicts, or natural disasters) may be refundable; however, the amount to be refunded will be subject to evaluation.

Refunds

For payments made via PayPal, refunds are processed immediately.
For payments made by credit or debit card, refunds may take several days depending on the policies of the issuing bank.