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City tour in Cusco and Qoricancha

About this experience

Imagine visiting one of the most mystical cities in the world.

Come and visit Cusco, located 3,350 meters above sea level.

It is a picturesque and safe city with buildings from different periods, including those from the Inca, colonial and republican eras. It also has a population of approximately one million three hundred thousand inhabitants and is considered the capital of the Inca Empire.

Let's visit the most incredible attractions in the Historic Center of Cusco together. Our itinerary is authentic and fully prepared to be comfortable and safe for you at all times. Our team will be at your disposal from start to finish, presenting each attraction calmly and in great detail.

At a glance

  • Duration: 5 hr–6 hr

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City tour in Cusco and Qoricancha
Pickup included

Plan your experience

Time on the tour5 hr–6 hr
Getting therePickup offeredSee pickup details
Guide languagesSpanish (live guide)

Set aside 5 hr–6 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

  • Transport
  • – Boarding and disembarking at Plaza de Armas;
  • – First aid kit.
  • – Certified guide in Portuguese and Spanish;
  • – Entrance to Qoricancha.

Not included

  • – Entrance fees to the attractions visited (Tourist Ticket 140 soles);

Itinerary and highlights

12:30pm – 1pm | Departure from the hotel.
We will meet at the Plaza de Armas to begin the day's activities.

1:00 pm – 1:45 pm | Qoricancha Temple.
Located in the heart of the Historic Center is this place, also called the Temple of the Sun. A space dedicated to the worship of the Sun God, the main Inca deity.

1:50pm – 2:30pm | Cusco Cathedral.
The city’s landmark is impressive for its colonial baroque architectural style. Its foundations are built on structures of Inca origin.

2:45pm – 3:45pm | Sacsayhuaman Archaeological Site.
The next stop is this impressive Inca settlement, the Sacsayhuaman Fortress. Unfortunately, much of its gigantic structure was destroyed during the colonization process.

15:50h – 16:20h | Qenqo Archaeological Site.
This important Inca ceremonial center was where rituals and sacrifices took place.

4:30pm – 5pm | Puca Pucara Archaeological Site.
It is believed that in the Inca era, the Puca Pucara archaeological complex was used as a military and administrative center.

5:00 pm – 5:30 pm | Tambomachay Archaeological Site.
A place known as the “Inca shower” as it is a perfect example of the hydraulic engineering of this ancient civilization.

5:30pm – 6pm | Return to Cusco.
We end our activities and return to Cusco. Disembarkation takes place at Plaza de Armas.

Meeting and pickup information

  • We will meet at the Plaza de Armas to begin the day's activities.
  • We will meet at Plaza de Armas to begin the day's activities.

Languages and tickets

  • Spanish — Guide
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • Ciatrip

Accessibility and practical details

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

Questions about this experience

How long is this experience?
The supplier lists a duration of 5 hr–6 hr.
What are the pickup arrangements?
We will meet at Plaza de Armas to begin the day's activities.
Which guide languages are listed?
Spanish (live guide).
What ticket format is listed?
Mobile ticket.
What ticket age bands are listed?
Child tickets: age 3–10; Youth tickets: age 11–17; Adult tickets: age 18+; Senior tickets: age 61+. Check the practical details for participation requirements.
What is the cancellation policy?
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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