TourismCusco

Tours & experiences

The 10 Tastings of Cusco With Locals: Private Food Tour

About this experience

Eat your way through Cusco's culinary scene on a private food tour. Go on a delicious journey as you try 10 of the best food items beloved by the locals: from savory to sweet and local drinks; this tour will leave every foodie satisfied!

Enjoy tastings typical of the local cuisine and hand-picked by a local guide passionate about food like Chevice and Pisco Sour. But that's not it! This tour is more than just food; it's a cultural experience! In between food stops, you'll also find city highlights making this experience a well-rounded tour that will satisfy every foodie.

Withlocals The 10 Tastings Private Food Tour™ is one of Withlocals' signature tours available in major cities worldwide. We work with passionate local guides who earn a fair fee. We support local economies by only offering local produce and prevent over-tourism with only small non-intrusive groups. Our tours are carbon-neutral and away from the standard tourist routes.

At a glance

  • Duration: 3 hr
  • Private experience

Choose your tour option

Select a date and travellers to compare current prices and departure times.

Cusco Private Food Tour
Short Description: Together with your foodie insider, enjoy 10 delicious tastings, and food memories to last you a lifetime!

Plan your experience

Time on the tour3 hr
Guide languagesEnglish (live guide), Spanish (live guide)
Tour arrangementPrivate experience

Set aside 3 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.

Before you go

  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Local guides to help you plan

What is included

  • 10 Food & Drinks Tastings
  • Vegetarian alternatives
  • Private Tour
  • Local Guide

Not included

  • Hotel pick-up and drop off
  • Food and drinks not mentioned as inclusion

Itinerary and highlights

Before you get going on the eating, take a few minutes to admire the UNESCO-listed National College of Sciences and Arts and 16th-century Santa Clara convent

Mingle with locals at the Mercado Central de San Pedro to sip freshly squeezed fruit juice and taste the largest piece of corn you'll see with cheese!

Discover one delicious way the locals prepare the thousands of potato varieties grown in Peru next to the Arco de Santa Clara

Grab a quick bite with a delicious snack that resembles empanadas just around the corner of the Tambomachay

Treat your tastebuds to the zingy flavors of ceviche just next to the amazing Qorikancha. Fall in love with this classic Peruvian dish made with the freshest of fish mixed with citrus and chili and wash it down with the famous pisco sour!

Try the mouth watering fried pork that is normally served on a baguette with onions and mint close to this landmark!

Take a break to gaze at the beautiful baroque style of La Merced church, one of the true architectural gems of Cusco

Have a tasty brew inside Cusco’s oldest coffee shop and satisfy your sweet tooth with a local pastry just around the corner of the Iglesia de la Compania de Jesus

Coricancha, Koricancha, Qoricancha or Qorikancha was the most important temple in the Inca Empire. It is located in Cusco, Peru, which was the capital of the empire.

School in Cusco

Meeting and pickup information

  • Next to the water fountain on Plaza San Francisco.

Languages and tickets

  • English — Guide
  • Spanish — Guide
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • Withlocals

Meeting points and locations

Accessibility and practical details

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Private tour: only you & your local guide
  • Includes city highlights in between food stops
  • Alternatives offered for those with dietary restrictions

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 3 hr.
Which guide languages are listed?
English (live guide), Spanish (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 is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Traveller reviews and photos

Traveller experiences load when you reach this section.