Saksaywaman

Saksaywaman

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From Cusco: Cusco, Sacsayhuaman, and Tambomachay Day Trip

1. From Cusco: Cusco, Sacsayhuaman, and Tambomachay Day Trip

Pickup at Hotel or Meeting Point: Our team will pick you up either directly at your hotel or at the meeting point you have selected, within the time slots you choose, either in the morning or in the afternoon. City Tour Cusco: City Tour Cusco offers you an unparalleled cultural and historical experience in the city of Cusco. Itinerary: Plaza de Armas: Enjoy a guided tour through the center of the City of Cusco, visiting the iconic Plaza de Armas. Cathedral: Explore the majestic Cathedral, a witness to the rich history and colonial art. Qoricancha - Temple of the Sun: Immerse yourself in the energy of the Temple of the Sun, known as "Qoricancha," where Inca and colonial architecture uniquely merge. Ruins of Sacsayhuaman: Head to the imposing ruins of Sacsayhuaman, marveling at the magnitude of the stone structures. Qenqo, Puca Pucara, and Tambomachay: Explore the fascinating ruins of Qenqo, Puca Pucara, and Tambomachay, each with its own history and significance. Return to the City: We will return to the city, concluding the tour at Plaza San Francisco or Plaza Regocijos. Unforgettable Experience: We are confident that you will enjoy a unique experience, igniting your adventurous and exploratory spirit, leaving you full of interesting memories. Get ready to immerse yourself in the cultural and historical richness of Cusco!

Cusco: Sightseeing Tour of the City on an Open-Top Bus

2. Cusco: Sightseeing Tour of the City on an Open-Top Bus

Discover the main sights and learn about the history of the city of Cusco while you acclimatize on this sightseeing tour. Enjoy a carefully curated itinerary that gives you the best introduction to the city and its traditions. This tour takes you to the main highlights of Cusco and its surroundings. Feel free to sit back and relax in the open-top sightseeing bus and ride the entire route in 2.5 hours. Start the tour by driving through the historic center of Cusco. Sit back and enjoy the views while a bilingual guide explains the importance of each landmark within the city. Later drive through some of the main archaeological sites such as Sacsayhuaman, Q'enqo, and Puca Pucara. Get a panoramic view from the top deck of the bus. On the way back to Cusco, stop at a shamanic center. Witness a traditional Inca ceremony that pays homage to the Pachamama (Inca mother earth), the mountains, and the natural world. Stop at an alpaca wool weaving center where one of the workers will explain the differences between the various types of wool. Learn to recognize authentic alpaca wool when shopping for gifts. Before ending the tour, visit the large white statue of Christ that stands on the hill overlooking the city of Cusco. From here, enjoy fantastic views of the entire city. Then proceed back to the bus station in Cusco.

Cusco: Half-Day City Tour

3. Cusco: Half-Day City Tour

Start your tour with pickup from your Cusco hotel. On this half-day trip you’ll stop at Qenqo Temple, a natural rock formation that became a ceremonial center. See Puca Pucara, a site of military ruins, and the remains of guard posts, staircases, streets, houses and courtyards. Carry on to Sacsayhuaman, which chroniclers believe was a solar shrine built by the last dynasties of the Incas. This temple was built with large blocks of limestone to protect the city from the attacks of invaders from the East or Antis. Finally, visit Tambomachay, located 9 kilometers outside of the city, known as the baths of the Incas because of the shape of its water source. This site could also have been a temple dedicated to the cult of water and purification. With afternoon departures, you’ll also have the chance to visit the UNESCO-listed Basilica Cathedral and the temple of Coricancha. The temple’s perfect architecture and stone construction reflect the fact that it was the most important temple of the Inca empire.

Cusco: Historical Guided City Tour with 4 Inca Ruins

4. Cusco: Historical Guided City Tour with 4 Inca Ruins

Delve into Peru’s ancient history with a guided tour from Cusco, with hotel pickup included. Enjoy live commentary as you visit the Cusco Cathedral, Sacsayhuaman, the Sacred Valley of Peru, and Tambomachay. Learn about how people lived in the Inca Empire. Start the tour with a pickup around 1:00 PM from your hotel in Cusco. Head to your first stop, the Cusco Cathedral, a 16th-century colonial relic that took over 100 years to complete. From there, visit the most important temple in the Inca Empire, the Coricancha — also known as the Temple of the Sun. Continue with archeological discoveries as you visit the towers, walls, and tunnels of Sacsayhuaman. Move onward to the Sacred Valley of Peru with stops at the Temple Qenqo followed by Puca Pucara — a large military fortress with a fascinating arrangement of large stones. Finally, get further insight into the lives of the Inca at the enchanting Tambomachay, situated 3700 meters above sea level with a fascinating series of water features thought to have been built in worship of water. Return to the city of Cusco to be dropped off near the main square of Cusco at approximately 6:45 PM.

Cusco: 3-Hour Horse Riding Tour to the Temple of the Moon

5. Cusco: 3-Hour Horse Riding Tour to the Temple of the Moon

Travel on horseback to the magnificent Temple of the Moon near the mountains of Cusco city. Start your adventure at the ranch and meet your expert guide. Learn the basics of how to control the horses and grab your helmet. Enjoy an unforgettable ride along the Andes to the Temple of the Moon and take in the incredible views of Cusco city. Once you've arrived, hop off your horse and follow your guide to the Temple of the Moon. Explore the ancient temple while your guide explains the Incan and Pre-Incan history of the site.

Cusco Tourist Ticket and Sacred Valley Site Pass

6. Cusco Tourist Ticket and Sacred Valley Site Pass

The Cusco Tourist Ticket is a must-have when you visit Cusco and Cusco Region in Sacred Valley. Choose between different circuits for either 1, 2 or 10 days admission to the most important tourist attractions, divided between: Circuit I, 1-Day Pass: Ticket includes entrance in the following archeological sites inside Sacsayhuaman Archeological Park: Sacsayhuaman, Qenqo, Tambomachay, and Puca Pucara. Ticket valid for usage for 1 day in which you can visit all 4 attractions. Circuit II, 2-Day Pass: Ticket includes entrance in the following archeological sites inside Sacred Valley: Pisaq, Ollantaytambo, Chinchero, and Moray. Ticket valid for usage for 2 days in which you can visit all 4 attractions mentioned. Circuit III, 10-Day Pass: Entrance to the 16 most important archaeological sites and museums of Cusco. With this ticket, enjoy entrance to the Archaeological Park of Sacsayhuaman, Qenqo, Tambomachay, Puca Pucara, Pisac, Ollantaytambo, Chinchero, Moray, Tipon, Piquillacta, Pachacutec Inca Monument, Qosqo Native Art Center, Museum of Contemporary Art, Qorikancha Site Museum, Regional Historical Museum, and Popular Art Museum. Ticket valid for usage for 10 days in which you can visit all attractions mentioned.

Cusco: Open-Top Bus City Tour

7. Cusco: Open-Top Bus City Tour

Discover the best of Cusco on a 2.5-hour guided tour in the comfort of an open-top bus and in the company of a professional guide. After boarding the bus, your will pass the San Cristobal Temple and Colcampata Inca wall, where you can admire panoramic views of the main square, Plaza De Armas. Next, enjoy a panoramic overview of the archaeological sites of Sacsayhuaman, Q’enqo and Puca Pucara.  Later, stop at the white statue of Christ which towers over the city. From here, admire breathtaking views of Cusco and the surrounding area before begging the drive back to the city center.

Cusco: 6-Hour City Highlights Tour

8. Cusco: 6-Hour City Highlights Tour

Discover the fascinating historical town of Cusco on this 6-hour tour of the city and its surrounding areas. Take in the unique architecture of the city, a blend of Inca and Spanish influences.  After pickup from your accommodation, start your tour at the Temple of the Sun, also known as Qoricancha, the most renowned temple of the Inca Empire. You will then be driven outside the city to visit important Inca sites, including the Fortress of Sacsayhuaman, Quenqo, Pucapucara and the Baths of Tambomachay. Your guide will tell you the exciting history of these ancient sites as you learn the stories behind the ruins. The tour will finish at around 7:00 PM, with drop-off at the Plaza Regocijo in the center of Cusco. 

Cusco : Half Day City Tour

9. Cusco : Half Day City Tour

Itinerary of the Cusco city tour half day in the morning: Pick up at the Plaza de Armas of Cusco Start of the tour in the Plaza de Armas of Cusco Visit to the Temple of the Sun (Qoricancha) Transfer to Sacsaywaman Visit to Sacsaywaman Visit to Qenqo Visit to Puca Pucara Visit to Tambomachay Return by transport to Cusco (ends one block from the Plaza de Armas of Cusco) This Cusco half-day morning city tour itinerary includes visits to some of the most emblematic places in the region, such as the Temple of the Sun (Qoricancha), Sacsaywaman, Qenqo, Puca Pucara and Tambomachay. During the tour, you will be able to learn more about Inca history and culture and enjoy the landscapes and beauty of the region. Plus, the tour includes an expert guide who will tell you everything you need to know about each place you'll visit. It also includes a pickup from Cusco's Plaza de Armas at 8:45 am, so you won't have to worry about getting to the meeting place.

From Cusco: City Tour Cusco Tambomachay and Sacsayhuaman

10. From Cusco: City Tour Cusco Tambomachay and Sacsayhuaman

Pick-up at your hotel. Morning shift at 8:30 am and afternoon shift at 12:30 pm. Please message us on WhatsApp to provide the name of your hotel; otherwise, select the designated pick-up point. Embark on an enchanting journey through the heart of the Andes with our exclusive Cusco City Tour, offering an immersive exploration of the city's historical and cultural wonders. Discover the hidden gems of Cusco's historic center as you wander along cobblestone streets adorned with colonial architecture and bustling markets. Ascend to the awe-inspiring Sacsayhuamán fortress, where the ancient echoes of Inca civilization resonate amidst breathtaking vistas of the city below. Experience the serenity of Tambomachay, a sanctuary of natural beauty and ancient wisdom, with its mesmerizing water features and tranquil surroundings. Unravel the mysteries of Q'enqo and Puca Pucara, ancient archaeological sites steeped in legend and intrigue, offering a glimpse into Cusco's rich past. Conclude your journey at the majestic Cusco Cathedral, standing proudly in Plaza de Armas, where history and culture converge in a truly unforgettable experience. This isn't just a tour; it's a unique voyage through time and tradition, curated exclusively for you.

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The tour was amazing, the horses were nice and calm and easy to ride, the guide was great, knowledgeable and friendly, the views along the walk were amazing, definitely a very peaceful and pleasant experience. Would recommend to everyone visiting Cusco for a nice chill day.

We loved the way the guide was explaining all the ruins. He used real facts while comparing them with myths. Is English was perfect!

it was fun & knowledgeable. guide was very passionate about the history of cusco

loved it, one stopped had a short Shaman ceremony it was great!

We love it! The coca tea ceremony is the best part