Experience the incredible magic of Cusco on a half-day tour! The Cusco City Tour by Peruvian Trek Expeditions is the best way to learn all the archaeological and cultural treasures of the ancient Inca capital without a full day's commitment, perfect for those with a morning or afternoon free to discover the magic of Cusco. This tour will take you to the most representative and emblematic sites such as Qoricancha, Sacsayhuaman, Qenqo, Puca Pucara, and Tambomachay, all located within 15 minutes of the historic center, while fitting history, Inca architecture and exquisite landscapes into a fun and practical tour.
The half-day tour not only takes us back to a bright past of the Incas, but also to the engineering and the spirituality of one of the legendary cultures in history. It can be a perfect complement for first-time visitors in Cusco or before something bigger such as the Sacred Valley.
DESCRIPTION
On the Cusco City Tour with Peruvian Trek Expeditions, you'll see the five most emblematic sites just outside the imperial city of Cusco.
Places of Interest
- Qoricancha: The Temple of the Sun, the most important religious site of the Incas, demonstrating both Inca and colonial construction.
- Sacsayhuaman: A large fortress located at the highest spot in Cusco.
- Qenqo: A curious site known as the “labyrinth" with passages and ceremonial areas.
- Puca Pucara (“Red Fortress”): A point of strategic control for those entering Cusco, the Inca city.
- Tambomachay: A site of purification that includes, astonishingly, an Inca hydraulic system.
CUSCO CITY TOUR SCHEDULE
The Cusco City Tour provides a route that proceeds in a cohesive way beginning in the urban center then proceeds outwards to the imposing Inca structures:
Timing
Approximately morning journey (9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.) or afternoon journey (1:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.).
Pick Up
From the hotel in Cusco, depending on distance from the historic area
Tour
Qoricancha (Temple of the Sun): First stop in the center of Cusco, this temple was originally coated with gold, and is a residue of Inca-Spanish fusion. Experience traveling through the walls and gardens (admission not included).
Sacsayhuaman: Approximately 20 minutes from the city, this site provides the opportunity to experience the massive stone walls (blocks of up to 40 tons) that are perfectly fused together without mortar. An Inca ceremonial area that astonishes with the immense structure.
Qenqo (The Labyrinth): The name "Qenqo," which translates from Quechua to "zigzags" represents the rock formations of this site, which signify a labyrinth of channels and altars for rituals. The scenery allows for great images and reflections.
Puca Pucara (Red Fortress): This was an Inca checkpoint and has outstanding views; it was a small fortress used also for defense and purification for those going to the sacred city of Cusco.
Tambomachay (Inca Baths): The tour culminates with the Inca hydraulic engineering explosion in the form of fountains of crystal-clear water that still flow today, which may have been used for purification.
End of the tour
The City Tour concludes with the return to Cusco approximately at 2:00 p.m. (morning shift) or at 6:30 p.m. (afternoon shift), according to your chosen shift.
INCLUDES
- Tourist Bus
- Guide In The Sacred Valley
- Lunch In Urubamba
NOT INCLUDED
- Tourist Ticket (Partial Ticket s/ 70.00 soles)
- Entrance to the salt mines of Maras s/20.00
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RECOMMENDATIONS
- Wear rain ponchos in rainy seasons from December to April
- Port passports or ID documents
- Wear Sunscreen
- Cash Money
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- Where and how to buy the tourist ticket?
you can buy them at the time of the visit to Pisac and the payment is in cash
- How many types of tourist tickets are there?
There are 2 types:
The partial tourist ticket of 70 soles, which is valid for 2 consecutive days and you can visit 4 archaeological sites Pisac, Ollantaytambo, Moray and Chinchero.
The general tourist ticket of 130 soles, which is valid for 10 consecutive days and you can visit more than 14 tourist sites in the city of Cusco.
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