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Cusco Highlights: Explore Inca Ruins & Temples
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Cusco
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.
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:
24 hours
Highlights
- Qorikancha - Inside, visitors will find smaller temples dedicated to the sun, moon, and stars, preserving the original stone foundations. Outside, the grounds feature gardens and fountains at the Temple of the Sun.
- Sacsayhuaman - Visitors will observe the massive carved rocks, where the precise cutting and fitting of the blocks on site is…
- Qorikancha - Inside, visitors will find smaller temples dedicated to the sun, moon, and stars, preserving the original stone foundations. Outside, the grounds feature gardens and fountains at the Temple of the Sun.
- Sacsayhuaman - Visitors will observe the massive carved rocks, where the precise cutting and fitting of the blocks on site is remarkable. During Inti Raymi, locals offer tributes to Mother Earth using Sacred Coca Leaves. It consists of three overlapping platforms that overlook the city of Cusco and the stunning landscape formed by the surrounding mountains.
- Q’enqo - This site was an Inca ceremonial cult center, carved out of rock. On top of the rock are zigzag channels, and inside are small trapezoidal niches.
- Puka Pukara - Visitors will enjoy a panoramic view of this archaeological site, which served as a military control center for the Incas. It is known as the “Red Fortress” due to the high iron content in its rocks.
- Tambomachay - Visitors will see aqueducts and water fountains fed by nearby springs. This site was a center for the adoration and worship of water.
- Manos De La Comunidad - An alpaca sanctuary. Visitors will explore the alpaca and llama farm and enjoy an exhibition on identifying baby alpaca wool fiber and the renowned 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
- Hotel pick up and drop off in Cusco City Center
- Round trip transportation
- English or Spanish Tour Guide
What's Not Included
- Admission fees
- Admission fees
Location
Triunfo
we go to the hotels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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(611 Ratings)
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Jessica_f
Jul 15, 2026
Very informative and laid... - Very informative and laid back tour. jose was a great guide - We learned a lot about the different ruins and never felt rushed, we even fit in an additional pit stop. The alpaca sanctuary at the end was a blast and we learned the difference between different sheering years and how to spot fake alpaca wool.
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Heidi_f
Jul 15, 2026
Interesting tour - We saw 4 historic Incan sites, knowledgable guide. Worth visiting all areas, tour lasted about 4 hours.
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Chelsea_r
Jul 15, 2026
I had an amazing day. The... - I had an amazing day. The guide was very knowledgable about the history of Cusco and the Incas. We took a bus to the different sites and walked around them up and down some hills and steps. A few of us were new to Cusco, and the guide was kind enough to give us time as we acclimatised. Awesome day!
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Anthonye
Jul 14, 2026
Excellent day tour from Cusco that only involves a half day. Our guide Jose was very informative and a very nice person - We enjoyed this tour , it provided us an opportunity to visit Inca sites within the surrounding areas of Cusco. Our transportation and driver were good,there was adequate space for everyone.
Our guide Jose was excellent, he was a kind person and was very informative.
My wife and I enjoyed the tour.
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Sherman_c
Jul 11, 2026
We enjoyed the tour kids... - We enjoyed the tour kids found it informative and fun. Jose Tito was a very knowledgeable and fun guide.
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Marcoantoniogq6470bl
Jul 14, 2026
Little trip - I went with my partner at the end of December as a Christmas gift and it was almost something improvised, but thanks to you everything was made easier for us, honestly.
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Carloseduardo_z
Jul 12, 2026
I had a good time - I booked the tour for my wife.
They arrived late to the meeting point, but they were kind enough to notify me
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Yan_l
Jul 12, 2026
This was an experiences... - This was an experiences of our trip to Peru! Every destination was unique, beautiful, and full of fascinating history.
Our guide was good knowledgeable, passionate, and engaging. He explained the history, culture, agriculture, and engineering of the Inca civilization in a way that was easy to understand and made every site come alive. We especially appreciated that he took the time to answer questions and never rushed the group.
The transportation was well organized. The itinerary was well planned, giving us enough time to explore, take photos, and enjoy the breathtaking scenery.
A thank you to our guide and driver for their kindness, professionalism, and excellent service. They made this an enjoyable, and unforgettable day.
We recommend this tour to anyone visiting Peru. It offers the perfect combination of stunning rich history, and authentic cultural experiences.
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Bishen_s
Jul 10, 2026
We had Jessie as the tour... - We had Jessie as the tour guide and Christian as the driver. The tour was very informative and timed well. We visited all the sites mentioned with great views of the city.
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Jugnu_a
Jul 17, 2026
Trip cusco ruins - The description of the trip was not accurate. It said 4 ruins and an alpaca farm. We didn't spend enough time at the first ruins. The trip ended in 3.5 hours. The alpaca farm was a shopping scam. It was hardly a farm and more of a shop. Our guide was very knowledgable and friendly hence the three stars.
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