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City tour Cusco Half day

About this experience

If it is your first time in Cusco and you want to explore the attractions near the historic center, the City tour in Cusco 4 ruins is an excellent option. Cusco is located at 3399 m.a.s.l., so it is ideal to adapt to the change in altitude. The climate is varied, with two main seasons: dry season (April-October) and rainy season (November-March).

This half-day tour begins with a visit to the Temple of Qoricancha (Temple of the Sun), where you can appreciate different enclosures, such as the Temple of the Sun, the Temple of the Stars, the Rainbow enclosure, the Hall of Sacrifices, and the enclosure of Lightning, Thunder and Lightning.

At a glance

  • Duration: 5 hr

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City tour Cusco Half day
Pickup included

Plan your experience

Time on the tour5 hr
Getting therePickup offeredSee pickup details
Guide languagesEnglish (live guide), Spanish (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

  • Round trip transportation.
  • Pick up from the hotel near the historical center of Cusco.
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Bilingual tour guide.

Not included

  • Extra expenses
  • Meals
  • Entrance fees Qoricancha 20 soles
  • Parcial tickets 70 soles

Itinerary and highlights

Start with pick up from the hotel near the historic center of Cusco. The first point of visit is the Temple of Qoricancha (Temple of the Sun), where there is a guided tour of approximately one hour. Then, we continue to the archaeological center of Sacsayhuaman, an imposing example of Inca military architecture.

Afterwards, you will visit the archaeological center of Qenqo, a ritual center built on a unique limestone outcrop. Afterwards, you will arrive at the red fortress of PukaPukara, known for its reddish color and its military construction. Finally, you will visit the Tambomachay fortress, famous for its main waterfall, known as “The Baths of the Inca”.

Finally, we will return to the city of Cusco, where the transportation service will drop participants off near the historic center, on Plateros street, arriving at approximately 6:30 p.m.

Meeting and pickup information

  • Our guide will contact you 20 minutes before arriving at your hotel located in the historical center.

Languages and tickets

  • English — Guide
  • Spanish — Guide
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • Machupicchu Holiday

Accessibility and practical details

  • 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.
What are the pickup arrangements?
Our guide will contact you 20 minutes before arriving at your hotel located in the historical center.
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 5+. 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.

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