Cusco City Tour Half Day

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Starting from $ 50.00

Per person in group Service

Duration:

1 Day

Altitude:

3720 m /12204.72 ft

Team:

Driver Team + Local Guides

Style:

Cultural Excursion

Physical Level:

Easy

Group Size:

Min 2 Persons

Our booking service offers a low deposit option that is fully refundable, providing you with added flexibility and peace of mind.

Join our small-group Cusco City Tour Half-Day, and immerse yourself in Cusco’s rich history, art, architecture, and traditional music. As the center of the Andean world, the capital city of the Incas, and the oldest living city in the Americas, Cusco is the epitome of cultural excellence. With its vibrant customs and friendly locals, you will experience historical monuments highlighting its valuable Inca and Colonial past, diverse art and folklore expressions, and much more. Your expert guide will bring this period of history to life as you explore the fascinating Temple of the Sun, Cathedral Church, and the four outstanding Inca constructions of Sacsayhuaman, Qenqoro, Pucapukara, and Tambomachay.

Trip Summary

Location: Cusco City
Duration: Half day (4 hours)
Difficulty: Moderate
Type: Cultural
Season: Year-round

Highlights:

Join Peru Hikers for an unforgettable Cusco City Tour Half-Day led by local guides with deep Andean knowledge. Explore a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Cusco’s historic center, and iconic landmarks like Sacsayhuaman and Qorikancha. Don’t miss out!

DAY1

Cusco City Tour at a Glance

Welcome to Cusco City Tour Half-Day! To make the most of your visit and immerse yourself in the rich historical and cultural heritage of this captivating place, we highly recommend joining our half-day city tour. The tour departs at precisely 1:00 pm, and we have a suggested itinerary that we believe you’ll find particularly enjoyable:
• Cusco Cathedral (Catedral de Cusco)
• 12 Angled Stone Street
• Loreto Street
• Qorikancha (Temple of the Sun)
• Sacsayhuaman
• Qenqo
• Puka Pukara
• Tambomachay
• Cristo Blanco

DAY 1

Cusco City Tour Half-Day

Your expert guide will meet you at your hotel at 1:00 p.m. to begin the Cusco City Tour Half-Day. Together, you’ll head to Cusco’s main plaza where your guide will give you a lesson on the history of the famous Cathedral. From there, you’ll continue walking for 10 minutes down an ancient Inca Street to the Temple of the Sun or Qoricancha. This spiritual center was the most important place for the Incas, and you’ll have the opportunity to compare its spectacular Inca architecture with colonial buildings. After experiencing the Temple of the Sun, you’ll take a 20-minute bus ride outside the city to explore the incredible Inca buildings.

With its enigmatic architecture, Sacsayhuaman will be your first stop outside the city. Your expert guide will share their knowledge with you for an hour. From there, you’ll take a short, five-minute bus ride to Q’enqo Inca construction, where you’ll see its amazing religious altar. Another 10-minute drive will take you to Puca Pucara, a small Inca military construction. Your final stop will be Tambomachay, a Temple of the Water with impressive water fountains that the Incas used for spiritual purification. After that, you’ll return to your hotel in Cusco, where the magical Cusco City Tour Half-Day ends.

Included:

Professional Guides At Cusco National University, our guides have extensively studied both English and tourism. Their profound love for their heritage has fostered an immense amount of knowledge and experience that they are eager to share. Hailing from this region, they have an unparalleled understanding of the area that guarantees an unforgettable experience. Not only do they prioritize your safety, but they also ensure a pleasurable journey. Their professionalism is unmatched, and their lightheartedness makes for enjoyable companions throughout your Cusco City Tour Half-Day.

Transportation During this tour, all your transportation needs will be taken care of. Peru Hikers provides a convenient door-to-door service, picking you up from and dropping you off at your hotel. You will be escorted throughout the day and returned safely to your hotel in the evenings.

Water

No Included

Entrance Tickets When visiting Cusco and the Sacred Valley, it’s worth considering purchasing the Boleto Turistico (Tourist Ticket). Although it may be a bit pricey, it provides access to several of the area’s top attractions, including the four Inca ruins located on the city limits. The ticket can be bought as a single-day pass for 70 PEN or as a ten-day pass for 130PEN. If you have a valid student ID, you can receive a discount on the ten-day pass for 70 PEN. It’s important to note that only soles are accepted, and payment must be made in cash. You can purchase the ticket directly at the first site you visit. Keep in mind that the cathedral and Temple of the Sun require separate entrance tickets, which are 25 PEN and 10 PEN, respectively.
Entrance Tickets Required
Tourist Ticket: 70 soles (or 130 soles if you are also doing the Sacred Valley)
Cathedral: 25 soles
Q’oricancha/Temple of the Sun: 15 soles
Meals: There are no meals served during this tour. You should be back in Cusco in time to enjoy lunch on your own.
Extra beverage
Tips

What to Bring

Confortable shoes
Lightweight clothing
Sunscreen and hat
Bandanna or handkerchief
Sunglasses
Personal medication
Camera
Cash

Price per person:

$ 40 USD

Group Service 7-8 travelers

Price per person:

$ 50 USD

Group Service 5-6 travelers

Price per person:

$ 60 USD

Group Service 3-4 travelers

Price per person:

$ 80 USD

Private Service 2 travelers

Price per person:

$ 40 USD

Group Service 7-8 travelers

$ 50 USD

Group Service 5-6 travelers

$ 60 USD

Group Service 3-4 travelers

$ 80 USD

Private Service 2 travelers

1. What is the Cusco City Tour?

The Cusco City Tour is a half-day tour that takes visitors through the historical center of Cusco and the nearby Inca sites of Coricancha temple and Sacsayhuaman fortress.

2. How long is the City Tour?

The Cusco city tour is a half-day tour lasting approximately 4 hours.

3. What is included in the tour?

Our half-day tour we have One that includes private transportation, a professional guide, and entrance fees to all the places we visit which is $90 USD and the other One is without entrance fees to all the places we visit is $35 USD

4. What are the highlights of the Cusco City Tour?

The highlights of the Cusco City Tour include the historical center of Cusco, Qoricancha temple, Cathedral church, Sacsayhuaman fortress, and other Inca sites.

5. What should I bring on the Cusco City Tour?

You should bring warm clothes, rain gear, comfortable walking shoes, a hat, sunscreen, a camera, a water bottle and cash.

6. Is the Cusco City Tour suitable for children?

Of course, the tour is suitable for children, but keep in mind that there is some walking involved.

7. Is the tour wheelchair accessible?

Unfortunately, the tour is not wheelchair accessible due to the terrain and walking involved. However, with assistance, it is possible to visit the Inca sites.

8. What is the best time of year to do the City Tour?

The tour can be done year-round. However, the best time to visit is the dry season, from May to October.

9. How do I book the Cusco City Tour?

The tour is available every day with a min of 2 participants. Solo travelers, contact us to verify group availability.

Cusco City Tour Half Day