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Discover the most important monuments and famous archaeological centers of Cusco. This tour is essential when visiting Cusco and is usually one of the first stops for all tourists.

Highlights

• Learn about the history and discover the riches of the Inca Empire.
• We offer you a mixture of two cultures (Inca and Spanish).
• Dazzle yourself in front of the religious complex Qoricancha.

Description

Itinerary – Cusco City Tour We begin our tour with a meeting point in Cusco's Plaza de Armas, available in two shifts: Morning shift: 8:40 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. (ending at approximately 2:30 p.m.) Afternoon shift: 12:40 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. (ending at approximately 6:30 p.m.) (Important: On Sundays, hours may vary, as some tourist sites open later.) From the Plaza de Armas, we will take a short walk of approximately three blocks to reach the Temple of the Sun – Qoricancha, where we will begin our tour with a guided tour. We will continue to the archaeological site of Sacsayhuamán, a majestic example of Inca military architecture, renowned for its imposing, perfectly assembled stone walls. The next stop will be Qenqo, an ancient ceremonial center built on a natural rock formation and used for religious rituals. We will then visit Puca Pucara, a military fortress that was part of Cusco's defensive system, composed of walls, terraces, and stairways. We will end at Tambomachay, an archaeological site dedicated to the worship of water and purification, famous for its canals and fountains. Our tour concludes with the return to Cusco, ending near the Plaza de Armas.

Includes

Tourist transport Bilingual tour guide

Important Information

• Drinking coca tea before the tour will help prevent altitude sickness.
• Wear appropriate clothing for the activity.
• Hat, sunscreen, sunglasses and sunglasses are required.

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund