About this experience
Your tour will begin in Coricancha also known as the Temple of the Sun, the construction of which was ordered by Inca Pachacútec (1438-1471) and was used as base for the construction of the Santo Domingo Convent upon the arrival of the Spaniards. You will then go to the Cathedral, one of the most splendid Spanish colonial churches in America, which is shaped as a Latin Cross and houses about 400 colonial paintings from the Cusco art school, and impressive goldsmith, silversmith and precious stones works. Its construction started since 1560 to 1654. The Ecclesiastical Chapter ordered to extract hundreds of stones from the Sacsayhuamán fortress for this purpose. You will finally go the San Blas quarter, located at a short distance of the Main Square. Today the neighborhood is a conglomeration of charming cobblestone streets. The Church of San Blas is located in its center and was built in 1544 on top of an Inca sanctuary. Your visit will be panoramic.
At a glance
- Duration: 3 hr 30 min
- Private experience
Plan your experience
Set aside 3 hr 30 min for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Local guides to help you plan
San Blas Cusco Travel Guide
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San Pedro Market Cusco Guide
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Barrio de San Cristobal Cusco Guide
Explore Barrio de San Cristóbal in Cusco, a traditional hillside quarter above Plaza de Armas with a historic church, Qolqanpata setting and sweeping city views.
What is included
- Professional bilingual tour guide (English and Spanish)
- Pickup and drop-off.
- Admission to Coricancha and Cusco Cathedral.
Not included
- Personal expenses
- Gratuities
- Snacks and beverages.
Itinerary and highlights
This place is also known as "The Temple of the Sun"(QuriKancha: golden temple). Upon the arrival of the Spanish, it became the basis for the construction of the Santo Domingo Convent.
The Cusco Cathedral has countless works from the Cusqueña school, combining the styles of European devotional painting of the 17th century, with the symbolism of indigenous artists from the Andes of Cusco.
Located at Hatun Rumiyoc street. It is famous for the perfect assembly of its 12 corners and sides, with the stones that surround it.
The church of San Blas was built on an Inca sanctuary consecrated to Illapa, god of thunder and lightning. It is the oldest parish in Cusco. Its visit will be panoramic.
San Blas, it's a traditional neighborhood. Handicraft shops as well as workshops of the most famous artisans of Cusco are located at San Blas. It is famous for its beautiful cobbled streets and white houses.
Meeting and pickup information
- - Pick-up from hotels located at Cusco Historic Center.
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- LimaTours
Accessibility and practical details
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- It is important to inform us the name of the hotel where you are staying in order to coordinate your activity
- Children must be accompanied by an adult.
- Rates do not apply for Peruvians or foreign passengers whose stay exceeded 60 days in Peru because sales taxes are not included in the above total and, if applicable, will be collected by the local operator.
- The visit to the church of San Blas will be panoramic since it is closed for maintenance.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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