City Tour Cusco
Description
Discover the ancient capital of the Incas as you explore Cusco on this half-day excursion. With a small group, visit major Inca and colonial sites, including Qorikancha, Sacsayhuaman, Cusco Cathedral, and Puka Pukara. As you explore, your guide provides context on the history and culture of Peru and the ancient Incas. Book now to secure your place on this fascinating historical adventure!
Tour Options
Itinerary
After our pick-up at the main square, our tour begins in Qorikancha (Temple of the Sun). You will enjoy a guided tour of approximately 45 minutes to explore this important religious site. You will admire the fusion of Inca and Spanish colonial architecture while learning about the history and cultural importance of this place. After the visit, we will head towards our next stop on mobility.
After approximately 20 minutes in the vehicle, we will arrive at Saqsayhuamán, an impressive Inca fortress. Here, you will enjoy a guided tour to marvel at the enormous carved stones and imposing walls that make up this archaeological site. You will learn about Inca construction techniques and the historical and ceremonial importance of Saqsayhuamán.
We will continue our journey towards Qenqo, a ritual center located on a rocky outcrop. You will feel the mysticism of the place as you explore the underground chambers and altars carved into the rock. You will learn about Inca rituals and the worldview that was manifested in this sacred site.
After 15 minutes in the vehicle, we will arrive at Puca Pucara, a military fortress. Here you will have the opportunity to explore this red construction and learn about its defensive and strategic function during the Inca Empire.
Our last visit will be to Tambomachay, known as the Baño del Inca. This site was used for ceremonies and water worship. You will appreciate the impressive stone fountains and canals that demonstrate the advanced hydraulic engineering of the Incas. Later we will return from our journey, we will take the transportation back to Cusco.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
Pickups are preferably made in the center and nearby areas. Our coordination team will contact you to indicate the pick-up time. Our transfer will pick you up with the agency's clothing, which is a blue helmet and cap with the logo of a world.
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(99)
Our guide Víctor guided us in an excellent way.
They were always attentive, our guide Russel explained everything in detail, was very understanding, friendly, and made a good team with Mr. Emilio.
It was a nice family experience; I loved all the tours we did
¡Muchas gracias por compartir tu experiencia! Nos llena de alegría saber que disfrutaron de un viaje tan especial en familia y que cada uno de los tours fue parte de esos lindos recuerdos. Gracias por elegir a Jisa Adventure para acompañarlos en esta aventura.
I am delighted, from the moment I got on the plane they were already looking after me. Always in contact with the agency, the drivers were very punctual, they even arrived before me😌 my City tours guide was always checking if we felt sick from the altitude.
¡Muchísimas gracias por compartir tu experiencia! Nos alegra saber que te sentiste acompañada desde el inicio de tu viaje. Para nosotros es muy importante estar pendientes de cada detalle, desde los traslados hasta cada recorrido. Gracias por confiar en Jisa Adventure, esperamos volver a acompañarte en una nueva aventura por Perú.
Very good experience! We were lucky to have very nice weather, and every tour we took was experienced in the best possible way. Our guide Victor was the best by far, always accompanying and helping with everything!
¡Muchas gracias por compartir tu experiencia! Nos alegra saber que tuvieron un excelente viaje y que el buen clima les permitió disfrutar al máximo de cada recorrido. Esperamos haber sido parte de recuerdos inolvidables y que pronto regresen para seguir descubriendo más destinos de Perú.
I loved it, I enjoyed it a lot; they are very responsible and I learned a lot
Victor treated us very well, he has a lot of knowledge and helped us with everything
Gracias por compartir tu experiencia. Nos alegra saber que te sentiste bien acompañado durante el recorrido y que pudiste disfrutar de los conocimientos y apoyo durante el tour. Comentarios como el tuyo reflejan el compromiso con el que nuestro equipo trabaja en cada salida. Agradecemos tu confianza en Jisa Adventure y el tiempo que te tomaste para dejar tu opinión.
Excellent experience with Victor. He had a lot of knowledge and was easily able to answer any questions. It was also very helpful for taking pictures. We took 4 hours on the tour and covered many places.
Agradecemos que te hayas tomado el tiempo de compartir tu experiencia. Recorrer tantos lugares en una sola visita y contar con explicaciones claras durante todo el trayecto hace que cada parada se disfrute de una manera diferente. Nos alegra saber que Víctor pudo acompañarte resolviendo tus dudas y ayudándote a llevarte excelentes fotografías de la experiencia.
Excellent experience with Victor. He was very knowledgeable and was easily able to answer any questions. He was also very helpful with taking pictures. We took 4 hours on the tour and covered many spots.
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience. It is wonderful to hear that you had such a positive tour with Victor. His knowledge, willingness to answer questions, and dedication to helping travelers make the most of their visit are qualities that truly enhance the experience. We're also glad you had plenty of time to explore the different areas and capture great memories along the way. Those photos often become some of the best souvenirs from a trip. Thank you for choosing Jisa Adventure. We appreciate your trust and hope the memories from your visit stay with you for years to come.
Victor our guide is an eminence on the subject. Nice to hear you.
Muchas gracias por compartir tu experiencia. Comentarios como el tuyo reflejan el impacto que puede tener un guía apasionado por lo que hace. Víctor destaca por su amplio conocimiento y por la manera tan interesante en que comparte la historia y los detalles de cada lugar, haciendo que cada recorrido sea mucho más enriquecedor. Le transmitiremos tus palabras, que sin duda serán una gran motivación para él. Gracias por confiar en Jisa Adventure para acompañarte en esta aventura. Te enviamos un cordial saludo de parte de todo nuestro equipo.
