Highlights
- Savour the flavours of 15+ tastings from Andean cuisine
- Explore the streets of old Cusco with a local tastemaker guide
- Visit beloved markets, street vendors and local eateries
- Amble through the produce market and past historic buildings
- Learn about the food cultures of Cusco and the Andes
Description
As the sun slips behind the Andes, Cusco reveals a different side of itself. The crowds around the Plaza de Armas begin to fade, the evening air turns crisp, and centuries-old Inca walls glow beneath the warm light of colonial lanterns. From nearby kitchens and street stalls comes the aroma of charcoal smoke, toasted corn and spices as locals head out for their evening meal.
Over four hours and 15+ tastings, we'll weave through the historic centre, exploring bustling markets, hidden alleyways and neighbourhood eateries that showcase the city's remarkable culinary heritage.
The evening begins with dishes that tell the story of Peru's many cultural influences. Enjoy pan con lomito, savour comforting arroz chaufa, born from Chinese immigration but made unmistakably Peruvian, and discover highland trout ceviche, where fresh Andean fish takes the place of its coastal counterpart.
As night falls, charcoal grills roar into life. Smoky anticuchos - marinated beef heart skewers - have been feeding Cusqueños for generations, while tamales steam gently and crisp papas rellenas reveal richly seasoned fillings beneath their golden potato shells.
The flavours grow ever more Andean as the evening unfolds. Warming corn soups, stuffed peppers and traditional mountain recipes lead to one of the region's most iconic delicacies: cuy. Roasted guinea pig has been enjoyed here for centuries and remains so deeply woven into Cusco's history that it famously appears at the centre of the Last Supper painting inside the city's cathedral.
We'll round things off with something sweet. Freshly fried picarones, the layered biscuit known as King Kong, and refreshing glasses of chicha morada provide the perfect finish to an unforgettable evening.
This is the Cusco locals know, rich in history, full of character and best explored one bite at a time.
Includes
15+ food tastings included, more than any other Cusco food tour
Moveable feast with 7-8 stops around the streets of old Cusco
Max 8 exclusive guests, smallest group size in Cusco (private / larger groups by request)
Bottled water
Duration is around 3.5 to 4 hours, depending on the pace of the group
Excludes
Alcoholic drinks
Hotel pickup and drop-off are excluded. All guests meet at an easy-to-find meeting point
Important Information
- The tour reflects the local cuisine, and the limitations of street food vendors mean we unfortunately cannot cater for every dietary restriction
- ⚠ Possible for lactose intolerance, no pork diets, mild peanut and tree nuts allergies, and no seafood diets, though some tastings will be unsuitable
- ✖️ Unsuitable for vegetarians, vegans, gluten intolerance and halal diets
- We recommend comfortable shoes as this is an easy-paced walking tour
- We operate come rain or shine, so please carry rain gear/umbrella if rain looks likely
- There are lots of tastings to try, so come hungry!
Easy cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
