Highlights
- Cusco and Pisaq in one sightseeing tour.
- Sacsayhuamán and holy temples.
- Authentic experience in Cusco.
- Let's explore the Sacred Valley and Cusco
- Cusco and Pisac full-day sightseeing tour
Description
Discover the best of Cusco and Pisac on a single sightseeing tour. Inca history, living culture, and Andean landscapes in a unique experience from the ancient capital of the Tahuantinsuyu. Explore the essence of the Inca Empire in a single day. This sightseeing tour of Cusco and Pisac is the perfect combination of living history, unforgettable landscapes, and ancient tradition.
First stop: Qorikancha (Temple of the Sun)
Visit
We continue to Qorikancha, the most important Inca temple dedicated to the sun god, Inti. Here, the tour guide will explain the sophisticated Inca engineering and how this site served as the basis for the construction of the Convent of Santo Domingo during colonial times.
Visit to the four ceremonial sites
Tour
We will visit Sacsayhuamán, a ceremonial fortress of imposing stone blocks with panoramic views; and Qenqo, a ritual temple with underground passageways.
Pisac Town and Market
Culture
We'll head to the village of Pisac, where you'll discover its famous craft market, perfect for buying textiles, ceramics, and jewelry handmade by local artisans.
Pisac Archaeological Complex
History
We'll head up to the Pisac Archaeological Complex, located at the top of the mountain, where you can admire extensive agricultural terraces, ceremonial temples, vantage points, and spectacular views of the Sacred Valley.
Free time for lunch (optional)
We'll give you 45 minutes at the traditional restaurant in the village of Pisac, where you can enjoy à la carte dishes.
Afterwards, we'll visit the archaeological temple of Tambomachay and Puka Pukara, a former military checkpoint. The sightseeing tour ends in the city of Cusco.
Includes
Pick-up from the hotel
Tourist transportation for the duration of the tour
Hotel pick-up (Cusco city center)
Bilingual (Spanish/English) professional tour guide
Guided visit to Qorikancha (Temple of the Sun)
Guided tour of Sacsayhuaman,
Guided tour of Qenqo and Puka Pukara
Guided tour of Tambomachay
Visit to the town and craft market of Pisac
Guided tour of the Archaeological Site of Pisac
Excludes
Meals (breakfast, lunch, or dinner)
Items of a personal nature
Gratuities (Optional)
Entrance fees to the archaeological sites
Important Information
Easy cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
