Cusco City Tour: Qorikancha and 4 Inca Archaeological Sites

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5 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English and 1 more

Discover the highlights of Cusco on a half-day guided tour combining the city’s Inca heritage with its most impressive archaeological sites. Visit Qorikancha, Sacsayhuaman, Q’enqo, Puka Pukara and Tambomachay while learning about Inca history, architecture and traditions from a professional bilingual guide.

Travel comfortably with round-trip transportation and hotel pickup and drop-off in central Cusco. The experience also includes a visit to a local alpaca and llama center, offering an opportunity to learn about Andean animals and traditional textile practices.

What's Included

Round-trip transportation
Professional tour guide in English or Spanish
Hotel pickup and drop-off in central Cusco
Entrance ticket (paid on site)

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Our driver will pick you up directly from the lobby of your hotel in Cusco's historic center at the confirmed pickup time. Please be ready and waiting in the lobby a few minutes in advance. Our team will contact you 15 minutes before the driver's arrival to coordinate the pickup. If your hotel is located outside the historic center, please contact us in advance to confirm pickup availability or an alternative meeting point.

Drop-off point

Itinerary

Duration: 5 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Qorikancha

    Explore the remains of the Inca Temple of the Sun and learn about its religious and historical importance. Admire the original Inca stone foundations and colonial architecture.

    40 minutes • Admission ticket not included
  • 2
    Sacsayhuaman

    Visit the impressive Sacsayhuaman archaeological site and admire its massive precisely cut stone walls. Learn about its importance in Inca history and architecture.

    45 minutes • Admission ticket not included
  • 3
    Q'enqo

    Explore this ancient ceremonial site carved directly into the rock. Discover its carved stone surfaces, channels and niches while learning about its role in Inca rituals.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket not included
  • 4
    Puka Pukara

    Visit this Inca archaeological site and enjoy panoramic views of the surrounding mountains. Learn about its role as a strategic control point along the ancient Inca road.

    20 minutes • Admission ticket not included
  • 5
    Tambomachay

    Discover the Inca water temple of Tambomachay, known for its finely built water channels and fountains supplied by nearby natural springs.

    35 minutes • Admission ticket not included
  • 6
    Manos De La Comunidad

    Visit a local alpaca and llama center and learn about these Andean animals and the traditional process of recognizing and working with alpaca fiber.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket not included

Additional info

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Supplied by Salkantay Travel Peru

Tags

Half-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private and Luxury
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Additional fees
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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