Full-Day Cusco City Tour with Cathedral, Inca Sites and Archaeological Wonders
Highlights
Cusco
architectural, photography, sightseeing
Private Tour
1 Day
Easy
English, Spanish
Description
Experience a full-day Cusco City Tour that takes you through the rich history and cultural heritage of the Inca Empire and colonial Peru. Visit the magnificent Cusco Cathedral at the heart of the Plaza de Armas and admire its stunning architecture and religious artworks from the Cusco School tradition. Explore Qoricancha and the Santo Domingo Convent, where remarkable Inca stonework still supports the colonial structure above. Discover the impressive ruins of Sacsayhuaman with its massive stone walls and panoramic city views. Continue to Q’enqo, an ancient ceremonial site with mysterious passageways, and visit Puca Pucara, known as the “Red Fortress” for its distinctive Inca military design. Conclude the tour at Tambomachay, famous for its sophisticated water features and spiritual significance. After the tour, return to your hotel and enjoy the rest of the day at leisure.
Itinerary
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Full-Day Cusco City Tour Itinerary
- Pick up guests from their hotel in Cusco in the morning.
Visit Cusco Cathedral, the main temple of the city, located at the Plaza de Armas. Admire the impressive architecture and view renowned works of art from the Cusco School tradition.
Proceed to Qoricancha and Santo Domingo Convent. Explore the fascinating remains of Qoricancha, the Inca Empire’s main Inti (Sun) temple, and observe the incredible stonework that still supports the Santo Domingo Convent.
Continue to Sacsayhuaman, located just 2 kilometers from Cusco. Explore the massive stone walls and learn about this significant example of Inca military and ceremonial architecture. Enjoy panoramic views of the city from nearby Cristo Blanco.
Visit Q’enqo, situated approximately 4 kilometers from Cusco. Explore its underground passageways and ceremonial spaces, gaining insight into this sacred pre-Columbian site.
Explore Puca Pucara, known as the “Red Fortress.” Observe classic Inca military architecture through its walls, stairways, and terraces.
Visit Tambomachay, a remarkable Inca site known for its aqueducts, canals, and waterfalls running through natural rock formations. Learn about the possible religious significance of this site, particularly its connection to water worship.
Return guests to their hotel in Cusco after visiting all sites.
Provide guests with the remainder of the day free for their personal activities or relaxation.
What's Included
What's Excluded
What To Bring
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Cancellation Policy
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For cancellations within 24 hours before the tour -
Refund of 50% of the tour price.
Price
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This is a private tour |
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