Peru
Cusco City Tour
Cusco City Tour
Duration
Day tour
Start/End
Cusco
Tour type
Private · Group
Level
Easy
Overview
Cusco was the capital of the Inca Empire, and its history is still visible in every stone. This half-day tour takes you to the most important Inca sites in and around the city – starting with Qoricancha, the Temple of the Sun and religious heart of the empire. From there, private transport brings you to Saqsayhuaman with its colossal stone walls and views over Cusco, to the ceremonial site of Qenqo, the military outpost of Puka Pukara and Tambomachay, the Inca water temple with its fountains. The tour ends around 12:30 pm, leaving you the afternoon to explore Cusco at your own pace – an ideal start for your first days of acclimatization.
Tour Code
Tour Language
English, SpanishMaximum altitude
Itinerary
Itinerary
Qoricancha – Saqsayhuaman – Qenqo – Puka Pukara – Tambomachay
We pick you up from your hotel at 8:00 am and start at Qoricancha, the Temple of the Sun. This revered religious center was the heart of the Inca sun cult, and its finely fitted stone walls still impress today. Our private transport then takes you to four Inca sites above the city. At Saqsayhuaman, you marvel at colossal stone blocks weighing up to 120 tons and enjoy a wonderful view over Cusco. Qenqo is a ceremonial site with carved altars, Puka Pukara a former military outpost and Tambomachay a water temple whose fountains still flow today. The tour ends around 12:30 pm, so you have the afternoon free to explore Cusco on your own.
Qoricancha – Saqsayhuaman – Qenqo – Puka Pukara – Tambomachay
Itinerary
We pick you up from your hotel at 8:00 am and start at Qoricancha, the Temple of the Sun. This revered religious center was the heart of the Inca sun cult, and its finely fitted stone walls still impress today. Our private transport then takes you to four Inca sites above the city. At Saqsayhuaman, you marvel at colossal stone blocks weighing up to 120 tons and enjoy a wonderful view over Cusco. Qenqo is a ceremonial site with carved altars, Puka Pukara a former military outpost and Tambomachay a water temple whose fountains still flow today. The tour ends around 12:30 pm, so you have the afternoon free to explore Cusco on your own.
Price from
US$90.00
Services
What's included
Hotel Pick-up: Pick-up from your hotel in Cusco.
Private Transportation: Between the archaeological sites.
Professional Guide: Experienced local guide (English and Spanish).
Tourist Ticket: Entrance to the archaeological sites visited.
What's not included
Meals: Meals are not included.
Tips & Personal Expenses: Tips for the guide and driver are optional and appreciated; personal expenses are not included.
Travel Insurance: Highly recommended.
Character of the trip
Condition
Easy
Altitude
Gentle (up to 3,750 m)
Culture / nature
Balanced
Fitness – easy: Short walks at the sites, partly uphill and on uneven ground. A basic level of fitness is enough.
Altitude – moderate: Cusco lies at 3,400 m (11,155 ft); Tambomachay, the highest site, at about 3,750 m (12,303 ft). Take it slowly on your first day.
Culture & nature – culture-focused: Five Inca sites with impressive stonework, temples and fountains.
Half day: Pick-up at 8:00 am, back around 12:30 pm.
Dates and Prices
Individual Dates
Groups of 5 or more: contact us for special rates and tailor-made options.
Travel Information
Good to know
Perfect for your first day: A short, relaxed tour – ideal for getting used to the altitude of Cusco.
What to bring
Daypack: A small, comfortable backpack for the day.
Original Passport: Required at entrance checks; bring your ISIC card if you claim a student discount.
Footwear: Sturdy shoes or hiking boots with ankle support.
Clothing: Rain jacket or poncho and warm layers (fleece, beanie, gloves) – mornings and evenings in the Andes are cold.
Protection: Sunscreen, sunglasses, hat and insect repellent.
Extras: Water bottle (metal or Nalgene), snacks, camera with spare batteries, personal medication and some Peruvian soles for drinks and emergencies.