Cusco City Tour: Half-Day Exploration of Inca Capital and Four Ruins

Discover the old Inca Capital, Cusco, in a half day tour. Explore the main square, The Temple of Sun Koricancha and surrounding ruins around the city such as The fortress of Sacsayhuaman, Qenko, Puca Pucara, and end the journey at Tambomachay.

Duration: 5 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Qorikancha - Inside you will see smaller temples dedicated to the sun, moon, and stars, maintaining the original stone foundations. Outside, there are gardens and fountains on the grounds of the Temple of the Sun.

  • Sacsayhuaman - We will see the enormous carved rocks where the fine cutting and setting of the blocks on site was so precise. During Inti Raymi, locals here offer to Mother Earth using the Sacred Coca Leaves. It is composed of three overlapping platforms that overlook the city of Cusco along with the beautiful landscape formed by the surrounding mountains.

  • Q’enqo - This complex was an Inca ceremonial cult center and is carved out of rock. On top of the rock are zigzag channels, and inside there are small trapezoidal niches.

  • Puka Pukara - You will have a panoramic view of this archaeological site that was used as a military control center of the Incas. This is a red fortress resulting from the vast amounts of iron in its rocks.

  • Tambomachay - You will see aqueducts and water fountains coming from nearby springs. This site was a center of adoration and worship of water.

  • Manos De La Comunidad - Alpaca sanctuary. We visit the alpaca and llama farm, and we will have an exhibition of how to recognize the baby alpaca wool fiber and the famous vicuña wool, the finest wool in the world, in the community of Wallarcocha.

What's Included
  • Hotel pick up and drop off in Cusco City Center
  • Round trip transportation
  • English or Spanish Tour Guide
What's Not Included
  • All fees and/or taxes
Location
Triunfo
we go to the hotels
Cancellation Policy

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

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Adalgisa_c
Sep 3, 2024
Great tour where you get to see most important sites - Guide and driver very nice and caring. We had a great day of information and beauty. Great transportation and caring.
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Fatimaejazf
Sep 2, 2024
Thanks To all who did so well!!! - Got a best Trip of my life just because of them and they are unmatched in their services as well as they had a Great and actively working staff who did a unique job for us and made possible a Such osm Trip for us We had a quality of time with them.
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477kinzak
Sep 2, 2024
Thanks To all of them who did so much for our trip!! - I am very happy with the trip arrangements of this company They did all so well that we didn't have to ask anything all was there before time and ready for us Our guide was excellent and outstanding and Food was too yummy as well the tents were also comfy.
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Virginiash3979bo
Sep 1, 2024
Great day with Jose - We had an amazing time on the Cusco City Tour with Jose! He was super knowledgeable and kept the tour engaging from start to finish. The four ruins were incredible, and Jose made sure we didn’t miss any of the fascinating details. Perfect way to spend a half-day in Cusco! Highly recommend!
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Rahulka2873df
Sep 1, 2024
A value to Money trip. - We had Just completed the 5 day/4 night Inca Trail trek with Our guides Mike and Peter We were very happy by the sights and the nature - Machu Picchu was just a piece of all the amazing things we saw during our whole trip it was phenomenal. Will Visit back soon and Now Going with a lot of Great memories.
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Sandeelm
Aug 30, 2024
All experience was exceptionally wonderful. - My wife and I have used them twice from now and find them to be very knowledgeable, professional, and dependable. We highly recommend them for anyone who wants to explore the many beautiful areas of peru and all experience was exceptionally wonderful.
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Saveraw2024
Aug 30, 2024
Thank you - We had a Group Trip We were a group of eight older family and friends and did one day in the Sacred Valley, one day in Cusco, and the Five Day Inca Trail Trek with Cusco Native. They were so great way to acclimatize for the trek. Renato - the CEO, guide, and his team are exceptional and worked with us on special requests. We received all the needed attention and enjoyed the tour with him, the porters, the chef, and his online team. The food on the trek exceeded expectations and was only matched by the fantastic experience on the trail. Five days on the trail (one of those in Machu Picchu) gave us time to enjoy sites along the way, and John shared history, archeology, and culture and encouraged us on the challenging route. For you thought of everything. Thank you!
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426onlines
Aug 30, 2024
They are superb! - The level of attention and detail they provide is incredible. Mike is a master planner and will be with you every step of the way on our way to tour from start to end . The owner also over sees all activities and ensures that he has his eyes on the quality and execution of the trip leading to an incredible customer experience.Mike our guide for Cusco, the sacred valley, and Machu Picchu is extremely knowledgeable about ancient and contemporary cultures and civilizations, spirituality, and the path less taken. There were so many times where we felt that Mike was not only our guide to Peru but also a friend, mentor, and teacher about what it means to life a beautiful life full of abundance and love. I 10/10 recommend them.
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Susan_p
Aug 29, 2024
Great four hour city ruins tour! - We all enjoyed the ruins in and near Cusco! Our guide provided great information about the Incas and the ruins. The stop at the sanctuary was very fun and educational. The two condors were amazing.
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696mahrukhj
Aug 29, 2024
They are superb! - I have never been on a tour before or used a tour company Cusco Native Travel was fantastic and did so well Mike met us the evening before to go over all our itinerary and give us the tickets we needed. He even supported us by advising the best thing to eat for altitude symptoms. The 2 days short indan trail trip to Manchu Picchu was seamless. We were brought to the bus in Cusco, were informed of all we needed to do to get on the train, and then were met in Manchu Picchu by Rumi. The most enthusiastic, informative and interesting guide. His passion for the history and the land is apparently and excitement infectious. There are many, many people and guides we noticed once in Cusco but I recommend them to start of your planning before. They will customize your trips based on your wants and respond quickly to any questions - no matter how silly you have.
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