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City Tour Cusco: Qoricancha and 4 Archaeological Sites

About this experience

Discover Cusco’s history and landmarks in just one afternoon on this half-day city tour (5–6 hours). Begin at Qorikancha, the Temple of the Sun, and continue to four iconic Inca archaeological sites: Sacsayhuamán, Qenqo, Puka Pukara, and Tambomachay.

Highlights:

- Explore Cusco’s top Inca and colonial landmarks in one tour

- Visit Qorikancha, Sacsayhuamán, Qenqo, Puka Pukara & Tambomachay

- Gain insights from a professional English-speaking guide

- Comfortable transport between all sites included

- Pickup available from hotels within or near the historic center, or from a central meeting point

This tour is perfect for travelers who want to see Cusco’s highlights in just one afternoon, combining history, culture, and convenience.

At a glance

  • Duration: 5 hr

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City Tour Cusco: Qoricancha and 4 Archaeological Sites

Plan your experience

Time on the tour5 hr
Guide languagesEnglish (live guide)

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

  • Professional English-speaking guide
  • Comfortable tourist transport (shared)
  • Drop-off near Cusco’s historic center

Not included

  • Meals and drinks
  • Tips (optional)
  • Entrance tickets to the archaeological sites and Qorikancha Temple are not included; payable on site

Itinerary and highlights

City Tour Cusco – Temples and Ceremonial Centers

The most important Inca temple, later transformed into a Dominican convent.

Impressive Inca fortress with massive stone walls overlooking the city.

Ceremonial site with rock-carved altars and labyrinthine passages.

Ancient military outpost and lookout point guarding the valley.

Ritual fountain dedicated to water worship and Inca ceremonies.

Languages and tickets

  • English — Guide
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • Machupicchu Travelers

Meeting points and locations

Accessibility and practical details

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • 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.

Questions about this experience

How long is this experience?
The supplier lists a duration of 5 hr.
Which guide languages are listed?
English (live guide).
What ticket format is listed?
Mobile ticket.
What ticket age bands are listed?
Adult tickets: age 1+. Check the practical details for participation requirements.
What accessibility information is provided?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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