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City tour Tour in the City of Cusco

About this experience

Do you want to make the most of your time in Cusco?
Ensure the best experience visiting the best tourist places in the Archaeological Capital of America, with our City Tour in Cusco; half a day dedicated to discovering archaeological, cultural, natural and religious places, with unparalleled planning, guidance and advice, where you can visit the beautiful temple of Qoricancha, Tambomachay, Pucapucara, Qenqo and Sacsayhuaman. With this tour you will be able to learn about the history of Cusco, and it will also help you acclimatize.

At a glance

  • Duration: 5 hr 30 min

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City tour Tour in the City of Cusco

Plan your experience

Time on the tour5 hr 30 min
Guide languagesEnglish (live guide), Spanish (live guide)

Set aside 5 hr 30 min 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

What is included

  • Bilingual professional guide
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • First aid box

Not included

  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Tourist ticket to Moray
  • admission to Qoricancha

Itinerary and highlights

Once you have chosen the time you want to do the tour (morning or afternoon); We will pick up the group directly to the accommodation for the transfer to the Temple of the Sun or Qorikancha, with its perfectionist and impressive stone construction, its beautiful gardens and fountains. You will immediately discover the diverse historical, cultural and religious exhibition of the Qorikancha Site Museum, which brings together the pre-Inca, Inca and colonial eras.

Next, we will continue our tour of Tambomachay and Pucapucara, which are very interesting important archaeological centers that tell their own stories. Here the guide will give you a brief explanation and time to take the best photos.

To continue with the tour, you discover the Inca Sanctuary, Qenqo, whose meaning is a labyrinth, where you discover the ruins of the archaeological complex, ... such as the Intiwatana or Astronomical Observatory, underground galleries and the amphitheater.

Our tourist mobility will be the transfer to the Saqsaywaman Archaeological Complex, which exhibits an architectural work, without intervening the natural, meshing large blocks of stone up to 5 meters high in a construction with broad mythological and cultural significance of the Inca empire. Located 3 kilometers from the city center (3,700 meters / 12,139 ft) offers the unrepeatable panoramic view of the city of Cusco.
The city tour culminates at approximately 14:00 hrs for the morning schedule; or 18:00 hrs for the afternoon shift.

Meeting and pickup information

  • The pick up will be in the center of the water fountain, where the sculpture of the Inca is located, the transfer will wear a black jacket and a cap with the agency's logo. He will also call his name out loud, it is important that the passenger is attentive.

Languages and tickets

  • English — Guide
  • Spanish — Guide
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • ATV CUSCO ADVENTURES ON WHEELS

Accessibility and practical details

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

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 30 min.
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 7+. 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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