Cusco City Tour half day

Live the experience of the impressive Inca architecture in the ancient fortress and the temple of the Sacsayhuaman archaeological park. See the Tower of Pucca Pucara and discover the water source, a labyrinth and a fortress built with mysterious giant stones. The spectacular archaeological sites that surround Cuzco are a genuine trace of the Inca heritage and culture and a must-see when you go to Peru.

Itinerary

CITY TOUR IN CUSCO Historic center (optional)

Route Duration: 1 hour

• Calle Cuesta del Almte. 209 - We will have the opportunity to visit the Plaza Mayor of Cusco and then we will continue to the main temple of the sun, Coricancha. (optional for a complete tour)
• Santo Domingo 220 - After touring this sacred church, we will continue on foot with our group through an ancient street built by the Incas that goes from the Plaza de Armas to Coricancha, the Temple of the Sun (entry of 15 S / not included in the tourist ticket) . Already in Coricancha, you can immediately observe the combination of Inca culture and Catholicism. You will also learn about the architectural differences between the Incas and the Spanish. The Coricancha was the main temple for the Incas and the center of the city from where all their highways started. Consequently, its incredible architecture is on full display throughout the site. (Part of the Complete Tour)
• Sacsayhuaman - The majestic Inca site of Sacsayhuamán. The journey will take approximately 25 minutes. With your guide, you can explore this spectacular site and learn about its importance and significance. Every year, in this place, there is a great celebration in the sun.
• Unnamed Road - We will return to the bus and drive for a few minutes to the Qenqo temple. In Quechua, Qenqo means labyrinth or zigzag and it was named for its crooked channels carved into the rocks.
• Unnamed Road - Later we will go to Puka Pukara to admire the small and circular Inca military fortress. By last,
• Unnamed Road - Ambomachay in Spanish, or Tampumachay, consists of an archaeological site that was destined for the cult of water and so that the potentate of the Inca Empire could rest. It is located in the Andes mountain range, just 7 kilometers NE of the Peruvian city of Cusco.

Plaza de Armas

Operates: We will pick you up at the lobby of your hotel between 1:00 p.m. and 1:15 p.m.

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