City Tour Cusco (Half Day)
City Tour Cusco (Half Day)
Explore Cusco’s main historical attractions on a half-day city tour. Visit the Cathedral of Cusco, the Qoricancha and the archaeological complexes of Sacsayhuaman, Qenqo, Puca Pucara and Tambomachay. An ideal tour to know the cultural and archaeological essence of the capital of the Inca Empire.
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Opciones del Tour
We will start this fascinating City Tour in Cusco in the emblematic Plaza de Armas, where we will visit the majestic Cathedral Basilica, a jewel of colonial art. Then we will take a walk through the main streets of the historic center, admiring the impressive Inca walls that are still preserved in perfect condition, until we reach the sacred Temple of Koricancha, ancient site dedicated to the worship of the Sun God and one of the most important spiritual centers of the Inca Empire.
We will continue to the archaeological complexes surrounding the city, starting with Sacsayhuaman, whose name means “satisfied falcon” and stands out for its huge blocks of perfectly fitted stone, considered in its time the “House of the Sun”. We will continue with a visit to Qenqo, whose name means “labyrinth”, famous for its subway galleries and canals carved in zigzag. Then we will visit Puca Pucara, the “red fortress”, so called because of the color of its stones, and we will finish in Tambomachay, an Inca temple dedicated to the cult of water, symbol of purification and life.
An experience that combines history, architecture and spirituality in the heart of the ancient Inca Empire.
End of tour: Avenida El Sol
Places visited in the Cusco City Tour:
- Cusco Cathedral: Great colonial religious monument of extraordinary artistic value.
- Koricancha Temple (Temple of the Sun): Sacred center of the Inca Empire.
- Sacsayhuaman Fortress: Impressive archaeological complex with huge stone blocks.
- Tambomachay: Ceremonial center dedicated to the cult of water, known as the baths of the Inca.
- Puca Pucara: Ancient dairy farm and checkpoint of the Inca Trail.
- Qenqo: Inca ceremonial and ritual center with subway galleries.
What’s Included:
- Pick up from your hotel (only for hotels located in the city center).
- Comfortable and safe tourist transportation.
- Professional bilingual guide (Spanish / English).
What’s not included:
- Cusco Tourist Ticket (BTC):
- Foreigners: S/ 70.00 per person
- Peruvians: S/ 40.00 per person
- Admission to the Cathedral of Cusco: S/ 25.00 per person.
- Admission to the Koricancha Temple: S/ 15.00 per person.
| APPROX TIME | AFTERNOON ITINERARY |
|---|---|
| 01:15 PM | Pick up from your hotel |
| 01:30 PM | Visit to the Cathedral of Cusco (colonial monument of great artistic value). |
| 02:30 PM | Visit to the Temple of the Sun – Koricancha |
| 03:30 PM | Tour of the archaeological centers: Sacsayhuaman, Qenqo, Puca Pucara and Tambomachay. |
| 06:30 PM | Return to Cusco city |
A perfect tour to discover the Inca and colonial history of Cusco in one afternoon.
Recommendations:
- Wear sneakers or light, comfortable shoes for hiking.
- Stay well hydrated, always carrying water or beverages.
- Wear a raincoat or long poncho during the rainy season.
- Wear long shirts and pants for protection against the sun and wind.
- Do not forget sunscreen, a wide-brimmed hat and sunglasses for sunny days.
- Bring a camera or camcorder to capture unforgettable moments.
- Carrying cash in low denomination bills and coins (soles or dollars) for personal expenses.
Following these recommendations will allow you to enjoy your experience with greater comfort, safety and peace of mind.
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Recorrido muy completo y bien organizado
Visitar estas islas es una experiencia que vale la pena. El guía no sllevó en lancha hasta las islas Uros, donde pudimos conversar con las familias locales y luego dar un paseo en los típicos barcos elaborados con juncos.
Despues continuamos el recorrido por el lago Titicaca hasta Taquile. Allí nos recibieron con música y danzas típicas en un pequeño mercado artesanal. Luego almorzamos y mientras comíamos, el guía nos contó detalles sobre la historia y la cultura del lugar.
Yo elegí hacerlo en lancha rápida, lo cual recomiendo totalmente. Se pueden dejar las pertenencias en la lancha ya ques es la misma embarcación la que acompaña todo el recorrido.
La excursión tenía recojo y devuelta al hotel, así que, en resúmen, un recorrido muy completo y bien organizado ideal para conocer la vida y tradiciones en el lago.
Very complete and well organized tour
Visiting these islands is a worthwhile experience. The guide took us by boat to the Uros islands, where we could talk with local families and then take a ride on the typical boats made of reeds.
Then we continued the tour of Lake Titicaca to Taquile. There we were welcomed with music and typical dances in a small handicraft market. Then we had lunch and while we ate, the guide told us details about the history and culture of the place.
I chose to do it by speedboat, which I highly recommend. You can leave your belongings in the boat since it is the same boat that accompanies you throughout the tour.
The excursion had pick up and drop off at the hotel, so, in short, a very complete and well organized tour, ideal to learn about life and traditions in the lake.
Passeio muito completo e bem organizado
A visita a essas ilhas é uma experiência que vale a pena. O guia nos levou de barco até as Ilhas Uros, onde pudemos conversar com as famílias locais e depois fazer um passeio nos típicos barcos de junco.
Em seguida, continuamos nossa viagem pelo Lago Titicaca até Taquile. Lá, fomos recebidos com música e danças típicas em um pequeno mercado de artesanato. Em seguida, almoçamos e, enquanto comíamos, o guia nos contou detalhes sobre a história e a cultura do lugar.
Optei por fazer o passeio de lancha, o que recomendo muito. Você pode deixar seus pertences na lancha, pois é a mesma lancha que o acompanha durante todo o trajeto.
A excursão tinha embarque e desembarque no hotel, portanto, em resumo, um passeio muito completo e bem organizado, ideal para conhecer a vida e as tradições do lago.
