About this experience
This is not just another city tour; this is the best of Cusco from a unique perspective! Get to know Cusco on a city tour that gives you the perfect overview, with city highlights, hidden gems, storytelling, and a local treat - this tour has it all!
Forget about big touristy groups and the crowds; it's time to see Cusco at its best but from the eyes of a local. Check out main landmarks like Qorikancha Temple, La Merced Church, Cusco Cathedral and uncover hidden gems and city secrets with the help of a knowledgeable local guide. And the cherry on top, a local treat is included.
Withlocals Highlights & Hidden Gems Private City 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.
At a glance
- Duration: 3 hr
- Private experience
Plan your experience
Set aside 3 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Local guides to help you plan
Cusco Hidden Gems Guide
Look beyond headline attractions with a practical Cusco hidden gems guide focused on historic streets, plazas, viewpoints, heritage leads, and flexible planning.
What is included
- Tickets for Merced Church included
- Private Tour
- Local Guide
- 1 local drink/tasting
Not included
- Hotel pick-up and drop off
- Food and beverages not listed as inclusions
Itinerary and highlights
Stroll around San Francisco Square and learn about the city’s Inca roots
Mingle with locals at San Pedro Market, in Cusco’s oldest market building
Check out the treasures and gardens of the baroque-style La Merced Temple
See the location of the QoriKancha temple, an iconic site once covered in glittering gold
Marvel at the ‘Stone of the 12 Angles’, an incredible piece of engineering that has baffled people for centuries
Relax at a historic café with a rich cup of coffee and maybe a delicious dessert and visit the beautiful buildings around Nazarenas Square
Walk to the peaceful Tricentenario Square to see local life in action and take in stunning views of Cusco. Also, head to the cathedral, the city’s most important religious monument
Meeting and pickup information
- Outside the entrance of Cappuccino Cusco Cafe.
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
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Private tour: only you & your local guide
- CO2 Neutral: all tours carbon emissions are offset
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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