About this experience
Explore the city of Cusco on a guided tour. Visit the Qoricancha, the largest Inca temple dedicated to the sun, and the 4 archaeological sites that make up the Sacsayhuamán Archaeological Park.
Start your tour with a visit to Qoricancha, where you can see the best Inca architecture and important colonial paintings from the Cusco school. Then, head to the outskirts of Cusco to visit the 4 archaeological sites that make up the Sacsayhuamán Archaeological Park.
Explore the fortress of Sacsayhuamán, Qenqo, Puka Pukara and Tambomachay. Admire the impressive temples, sacred precincts and platforms that were built from immense blocks of stone.
From the viewpoint, enjoy stunning views of the city of Cusco, the surrounding mountains, and the beautiful landscapes surrounding Sacsayhuamán.
After the tour, you will return to Cusco and we will drop you off at Plaza Regocijo.
At a glance
- Duration: 5 hr
Plan your experience
Set aside 5 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What is included
- Pickup Service from Hotels Located in the city center
- Professional Tourist Guide in English and Spanish
- Tourist Transportation with Professional driver
Not included
- Partial Tourist Ticket
- Ticket to Qoricancha
Itinerary and highlights
Qorikancha: The tour will begin with a visit to the Qorikancha, also known as the Temple of the Sun. This archaeological site was the most important temple of the Inca Empire and houses impressive vestiges of Inca and colonial architecture.
Sacsayhuamán: After visiting Saqsayhuaman, head to the outskirts of the city to visit Sacsayhuamán, an impressive Inca fortress built from huge stone blocks. Here you can enjoy panoramic views of Cusco and learn about Inca architecture and history.
Q'enqo: Continue your tour by visiting Q'enqo, an archaeological complex that includes underground temples and canals carved into the rock
Puca Pucara. Next we will visit Puca Pucara, an Inca military and administrative site.
Tambomachay: Finally we will visit Tambomachay to see the sacred temple of water worship
Meeting and pickup information
- The meeting point will be at the Qoricancha Gate. There our tour guide will contact you by WhatsApp to start the tour.
- We make Rencojos from hotels located in the center of the city of Cusco. If your hotel is far away then you must go to the Meeting point to start the tour
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- TARVOS PERU TOURS
Meeting points and locations
Accessibility and practical details
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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