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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
4.9
(563 Ratings)
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Kay_t
Apr 22, 2026
Wonderful tour - I really enjoyed the ruin tour. Jose did a good job on sharing all the history at the site. Highly recommended
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Avraham_f
Apr 21, 2026
Tour was amazing! We had... - Tour was amazing! We had a phenomenal guide, he was very informative and gave us enough time to tour the sites. Would highly recommend.
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Robert_l
Apr 20, 2026
Exceptional Tour - This was a very nice tour. Walter was very informative and funny. He gave us plenty of time to take pictures and ask questions. He patiently waited for us at the end to allow us to shop for our Alpaca souvenirs. I would recommend this tour and would ask for Walter as your guide.
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Sheela_k
Apr 20, 2026
Cusco Inca Ruins - Walter and the driver were excellent. Walter explained the ruins very clearly. He is very knowledgeable.
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Stephen_c
Apr 15, 2026
Cuzco visit in April - We went in middle of April and the weather is gorgeous. Our guide and driver are excellent and explain to us the history very well. Highly recommended!!! 👍👍👍
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Chuchin_c
Apr 15, 2026
Well worth it - It was wonderful to learn so much about their history and life style. Walter our guide was so passionate and informative. He was well prepared with pictures to aid in the discussion. Really enjoyed the tour
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Oestrup76
Apr 9, 2026
Guided tour for 4 sites around Cusco - A full day guided tour seeing 4 sites around Cusco, starting with Saqsaywaman. The other sites were less know but we're important for trade routes and ceremonies. Ending the day at a Alpagas center with local products. Thanks to the guides for a cozy day.
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261billk
Apr 8, 2026
Good length, a great value - Our tour guide (Jessie Chávez) was fantastic! All of the sites are very short drives from each other in the hills surrounding Cusco. Also interesting to learn about the different types of camelids (alpaca, llama, etc.) Very interesting. Highly recommend!
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Aiping_m
Apr 7, 2026
This tour company is very... - This tour company is very care about customers needs. The night before tour, I noticed my hotel was far from meeting point. I contacted them about my situation. They told me no worry, we will pick you up! During the tour, our driver kept car clean and help us get off the Van always. Our tour guide Muchas gracias is very knowledgeable about every sites we visited. He also help us took photos and videos. He was very patient if in case someone a little later back to car. I really enjoyed today’s tour. Thank you team and Muchas gracias !
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Mario_a
Apr 16, 2026
Hotel pickup. Easy access... - Hotel pickup. Easy access to nice sites. Friendly guide and driver. Quick so it doesn't take up your entire day. Feeding the alpacas at the end was nice. But after at the store the lady's there were aggressive salesman. Only negative. But I recommend
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