1-day cusco archaeological experience
spend a day exploring the most important inca and spanish sites of the cusco area
If you like, you have the option to pay 60% today and the remainder when you arrive in Peru. Please note that all bookings are subject to an additional 5% payment fee.
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All bookings with True Peru Travel include a free walking tour of Cusco with one of our professional, multi-lingual guides.
1-day cusco archaeological experience from $25 / per person
Cusco/Sacred Valley
History & Culture, Andes
This trip takes you on a tour of Cusco and the ancient Inca ruins found in the surrounding mountains.
Our expert guide will take you through the incredible story of this region's history, from the height of the Inca Empire through to the Spanish Conquest. Starting in Cusco, you'll visit the main Spanish cathedral in the Plaza de Armas, as well as Qoricancha, converted into a Spanish church after being the most sacred temple in the Inca Empire. Moving from the city into the surrounding foothills, you'll then visit the area's most important Inca sites: the immense Inca fortress of Saqsayhuaman with its 100 ton stones, the labyrinthine temple of Qenqo, the ancient military control gate of Puka Pukara, and the water temple of Tambomachay with its serene water features still functioning after many centuries.
The richness of Cusco's history has to be seen to be believed, come and experience it all in 1 day with True Peru Travel.
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itinerary
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1.15pm pick-up from hotel
Transport to Plaza de Armas
Visit to main cathedral
Visit Qoricancha and Santo Domingo Convent
Visit to Saqsaywoman
Visit to Qenqo
Visit to Puka Pukara
Visit to Tambomachay
Transport back to Cusco (arriving at 6-7pm)
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Please note that entrances to sites are not included, we recommend that you purchase the Cusco Tourist Ticket which includes entrance to all 4 sites surrounding Cusco.
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