Half Day Tour Exploring the Cusco City Discount Tickets

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location pin icon Cusco, 08002, Peru
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Half Day Tour Exploring the Cusco City
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Overview

Discover Cusco’s rich history on an immersive half-day tour that brings the Inca and colonial past to life. With two daily departures at 9:00 am and 1:00 pm (Sundays at 10:00 am and 2:00 pm from Plaza de Armas), this experience is perfect for history lovers, culture enthusiasts, and curious travelers. Skip the hassle! We provide a smooth, well-organized experience from booking to the end of the tour. You will meet our expert local guides share fascinating insights and hidden stories you won’t find in guidebooks. This tour is perfect for all travelers whether you have limited time or want an introduction to Cusco’s wonders. Join us for an unforgettable journey through Cusco’s most iconic sites!

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Dear Traveler, Our meeting point is Plaza de Armas, the heart of the city and the perfect starting place for our journey through Inca and colonial history. From there, we will head to our first destination as a group. No worries, once you book, we will reach out with all the details for this tour!

Language Offered

English-GUIDE

Spanish-GUIDE

Itinerary

1. Qorikancha
After the pick up at the meeting point at the Main Square. The group will go through the colonial street until Qoricancha. Our tour will begin there. Qoricancha, the most sacred Inca temple, once covered in gold to honor the Sun God, Inti. Spanish conquerors later built the Santo Domingo Convent on its foundations, creating a striking contrast between Inca engineering and colonial architecture. Here, you will learn about the temple’s astronomical significance and its role in Inca religious ceremonies.
Duration: 40 mins
2. Sacsayhuaman
The next stop is Sacsayhuamán, the Inca fortress above Cusco. One of the most impressive Inca constructions. This massive fortress, built with enormous stones that fit together perfectly without mortar, offers a panoramic view of Cusco. The site was not only a military stronghold, but also a place of major ceremonies, including the famous Inti Raymi (Festival of the Sun) celebrated every June in Cusco.
Duration: 40 mins
3. Q'enqo
We'll continue exploring Q'enqo:The Sacred Labyrinth, a mystical place with rock carvings, underground tunnels, and a ceremonial altar. It's thought that this place was used for religious and astronomical purposes, and it might have been a part of important Inca rituals, like offerings to the Pachamama (Mother Earth).
Duration: 40 mins
4. Complejo Arqueologico Pukapukara
Next, we'll see Puka Pukara, an old military and administrative site that controlled access to Cusco. This fortress was a place where travelers could rest and find shelter. It's also thought that the Inca nobility might have stayed here on their way to the empire's sacred sites.
Duration: 40 mins
5. Tambomachay
Our last stop is at Tambomachay, a beautifully designed ceremonial center dedicated to water worship. The site features aqueducts, canals, and waterfalls that have been flowing for centuries, demonstrating the Inca's advanced hydraulic engineering. After exploring these incredible sites, we return to Cusco, ending the tour near the Plaza de Armas. This is a perfect location to continue discovering the city on your own!
Duration: 40 mins

Inclusion

Pick up and drop off at the main Square

Effective communication before, during and after the tour.

Professional Guide (English & Spanish)

24/7 Assistance

Tourist Transportation to all the sites of the City Tour

Exclusion

Entrance fee to the Archaeological Sites (Paid at the spot local currency)

Cancellation Policy

Check mark icon Refundable tickets

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

  • 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
  • 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Supplied by Nixon Expeditions

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