Region: Cusco, Peru
Difficulty: Easy / Cultural Experience
Best Season: Year-round
Explore the Imperial City of Cusco, the heart of the Inca Empire and one of South America’s most fascinating destinations.
This half-day guided tour reveals the perfect blend of Inca heritage and Spanish colonial architecture, with visits to the city’s most iconic temples, palaces, and archaeological sites.
From the Temple of the Sun (Qorikancha) to the majestic fortress of Sacsayhuamán, you’ll uncover centuries of history, art, and culture with the expert guidance of Inkaland Treks.
Quick Facts Cusco City Tour
- Location: Cusco City & surrounding archaeological sites
- Duration: Half Day (morning or afternoon)
- Altitude: 3,400 m / 11,155 ft
- Difficulty: Easy (light walking)
- Best Season: Year-round
- Group Size: Small groups or private tours
👉 Perfect for your first day in Cusco to acclimatize and discover its rich history.
Highlights Cusco City Tour
- Visit the Qorikancha (Temple of the Sun), once the most sacred Inca temple.
- Explore Cusco Cathedral, a masterpiece of colonial art and architecture.
- Discover Sacsayhuamán, the Inca fortress built with massive stone blocks.
- Visit Q’enqo, Puca Pucara, and Tambomachay, ceremonial and military sites filled with mysticism.
- Learn about the Inca and Spanish fusion that shaped Cusco’s unique identity.
Itinerary at a Glance
| Time | Visit | Description |
| 1:00 PM | Pick-up from your hotel | Begin the guided tour through the historic center of Cusco |
| 1:15 PM | Cusco Cathedral | Admire its grand altars, paintings, and gold-leaf décor |
| 2:00 PM | Qorikancha – Temple of the Sun | The most important Inca temple, once covered entirely in gold |
| 3:00 PM | Sacsayhuamán | Majestic Inca fortress overlooking the city |
| 3:45 PM | Q’enqo | Ancient ritual site carved into rock |
| 4:15 PM | Puca Pucara & Tambomachay | Military post and water temple dedicated to purification |
| 6:00 PM | Return to Cusco | Drop-off at your hotel |
(Morning departures available upon request.)
