Tours

Cuzco City, Markets & Ruins

4 hours

Easy

Cuzco City, Markets & Ruins

An afternoon visiting Cuzco’s must-see highlights. Prepare to be charmed–and sometimes shocked–by the history of the vibrant ancient Inca capital. Visit the religious sites, fortresses, and marketplaces that define this cultural hub.

Highlights:

  • Soak in the charming mix of modern and ancient cultures as you wander Cuzco’s cobbled streets with a guide
  • Feel small as you peer up at the giant stones of Sacsayhuaman, an Incan fortress on the outskirts of the city centre
  • Get lost among the hundreds of market stalls in San Pedro, Cuzco’s oldest surviving market hall
  • Explore the Koricancha temple, a center of worship during the Incan empire
  • Prepare to be stunned by the gold interior of Cuzco’s cathedral
What's included?

    Bilingual speaking guide. Entrance fee to Koricancha temple and the Cathedral.

    Exclusions

      Pick up service: we will provide a meeting point and time for the start of the tour, please arrive 15 minutes early to begin with the group. This activity does not include the BTC (Cusco Tourist Ticket), which is required for entry to and tours of the Sacsayhuamán and Qenqo archaeological sites. Gratuities are also not included. Koricancha is closed on Sunday mornings.

      Please note

        This tour is a shared service, is not suitable for wheelchair users or strollers.

        Difficulty: Easy. Cuzco is at altitude so while the walk through the city isn’t strenuous, walking here is tougher than you’re probably used to. Don’t underestimate the challenge. Suitable for anyone in good health. It’s worth mentioning the cobbled streets. Wear comfortable shoes.

        Altitude: Cuzco sits at approximately 3,400m/11,154ft above sea level

        Meeting Point: you will meet a representative in this points Meeting Points Cusco  

        What to bring

          Water bottle, camera, sunscreen, and high-protection sun cream. Sun hat (with a visor or brim), sunglasses, and comfortable footwear.

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