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  • Cusco City Tour Temples, History & Living Culture

    Cusco City Tour Temples, History & Living Culture

    Half Day

    Cusco City Tour Temples, History & Living Culture


    TRIP DESCRIPTION

    Cusco City Tou Location: Northeast of Cusco, visiting the historic center, colonial temples, and Inca archaeological sites surrounding the city.

    Tour Overview

    This tour is perfect for travelers who want to discover Cusco’s highlights in just a few hours.
    Explore ancient Inca temples, colonial art, and impressive stone architecture while learning about the city’s rich cultural legacy.

    Sites You’ll Visit

    •  Cusco Cathedral: Colonial masterpiece with paintings from the Cusqueña School and intricate wood carvings.
    •  Loreto Street: One of Cusco’s best-preserved Inca stone-lined streets.
    •  Qorikancha (Temple of the Sun): Sacred Inca temple dedicated to the Sun God, later transformed into the Santo Domingo Convent.
    •  Sacsayhuamán: Majestic Inca fortress with massive stone walls — home of the annual Inti Raymi festival.
    • Q’enqo: Ceremonial site with underground passages and carved stone altars.
    •  Puka Pukara: “The Red Fortress,” a former Inca checkpoint and resting place.
    • Tambomachay: Sacred site devoted to water worship with aqueducts still in use today.

    TRIP ITINERARY

    Day 1

    Cusco City Tour Temples, History & Living Culture

    • Morning Departure: Pick-up from 8:00 to 8:30 a.m.
    • Afternoon Departure: Pick-up from 12:45 to 1:00 p.m.

    The tour begins with a visit to Cusco Cathedral, followed by a short walk through Inca streets to Qorikancha, the Temple of the Sun.
    Continue by bus to Sacsayhuamán, Q’enqo, Puka Pukara, and Tambomachay, returning to Cusco around 6:00 p.m., near the Main Square.

    Inclusions


    Includes

    • Round-trip tourist transportation
    •  Professional bilingual guide

    Not Included

    • Entrance to the Cathedral (40 soles p/p)
    • Tourist Ticket (70 soles p/p)
    • Meals, personal expenses, and tips

    We Recommend

    • Comfortable clothing and walking shoes
    •  Hat, sunscreen, and sunglasses
    •  Water, snacks, and extra cash

    CANCELLATION POLICY

    • Cancellations made at least 48 hours in advance: full refund
    • Cancellations within 48 hours: 100% penalty

    Any changes will be communicated by the agency

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