Top Cusco Half-day Tours - page 4

Explore the Inca capital during this small-group city tour of Cusco. Pack in visits to Sacsayhuaman, Qenqo, Puka Pukara, and Tambomachay all in one day; catch sight of the Cusco Cathedral; and roam the San Blas neighborhood with a guide. As you go, learn about the city's architecture, history, and culture. Transportation, as well as hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

Discover the rich Inca heritage of Cusco, as well as the city's Spanish influences, on this small-group guided tour. After exploring Cusco's highlights, including Cusco Cathedral and its collection of art, you'll head just outside the city to the ancient fortress of Sacsayhuaman and the archaeological sites of Qenqo, Pucapucara, and Tambomachay. Hotel pickup is included for added convenience.

Spend the day exploring the Inca citadel and UNESCO World Heritage Site of Machu Picchu on a small-group, full-day tour from Cusco—no need to worry about transport logistics. Visit the legendary mountaintop site with a guide who brings its construction and history to life as you explore. Designed with a relaxed, non-strenuous pace, this experience is well-suited to first-time visitors and families.

Ideal for those visiting Cusco for the first time, this guided half-day tour introduces you to the highlights of the former Inca capital. You'll learn about Cusco's rich history as your guide takes you to landmarks such as the Incan temple of Qorikancha, the Cusco Cathedral, and the citadel of Sacsayhuamán. Hotel pickup from your Cusco accommodations is included for added convenience.

Start your adventure in the majestic Plaza de Armas of Cusco, where the ancient history of the great Andean culture still survives. Visit the Basilica Cathedral of the Virgen de la Asunción, the main temple of the city of Cusco. Then, go down a narrow stone street towards Qoricancha, the largest Inca temple. And after having delighted your senses with the most impressive and extraordinary samples of high Inca architecture. Board our tourist bus and head to the surroundings of the cosmopolitan city of Cusco where you will visit 4 imposing tourist sites of the Archaeological Park of Sacsayhuamán: Sacsayhuamán, Qenqo, Puca Pucará and Tambomachay.

Discover the dispersed attractions of the Sacred Valley and Urubamba Valley without having to navigate the mountainous terrain yourself on a private day trip. Visit the archaeological site at Moray, the Inca-era salt pans of Maras, a series of intricately terraced ponds, and Chinchero, home to a collection of Inca-era walls and an Andean textile center. Along the way, benefit from the undivided attention of your guide.

Discover the top landmarks of the ancient Incas on this 2-day, private excursion from Cusco. Day 1 is spent exploring the Sacred Valley including Chinchero, Maras, Moray, and Ollantaytambo. Then, board the panoramic Vistadome train to reach Aguas Calientes. Day 2 involves an early wake-up call to watch the sunrise over Machu Picchu and a guided tour of the ancient citadel.

When you arrive in one of the oldest cities in the Western Hemisphere, ensure your journey from Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport is smooth and stress free with an arrival transfer service that saves you the hassle of taking public transport or waiting in line for a cab.

Machu Picchu is Peru’s headline act, but you don’t have to trek the Inca Trail to visit the Lost City of the Incas. This private full-day tour from Cusco includes a spectacular train ride through the Sacred Valley, a tasty buffet lunch, and a private tour of the UNESCO-listed archaeological site. Hotel pickup and drop-off is included.

Avoid the crowded tour buses on this day trip to one of the most popular natural attractions in the Cusco area: Rainbow Mountain. Ride in the comfort of private transportation from your Cusco hotel, stopping for an included breakfast and lunch, and learn about the history and culture of the region from your informative guide as you hike along snow-capped mountains and more.

The tour in Cusco takes you to all the most important sites in the city. This includes visits to the Temple of the Sun (Qoricancha) and various Inca sites located outside the city. You'll witness an incredible blend of Inca and Spanish styles, with the Qoricancha being a perfect example of both combined. Cusco is truly a fascinating place to visit; offering a mix of both Inca and Spanish cultures, the city has a unique atmosphere and feel that sets it apart from the rest of Peru.

Embark on a thrilling outdoor adventure that combines white-water rafting with zip-lining and satisfies your need for speed. Depart Cusco for Oropesa, where you can ease your butterflies with a bite of the town's iconic bread before hitting the Vilcanota River. Tackle Class III and IV rapids and battle intense waves as you make your way downstream, enjoying the remarkable scenery of the surrounding Andes as you go. Afterward, soar through the sky on an exhilarating zip ride.

Travel back in time aboard the elegant Belmond Hiram Bingham train, enjoying the ultimate in luxury train transportation on a day trip to the world-famous Machu Picchu. Climb aboard the train’s richly appointed 1920s Pullman cars to enjoy fabulous views of the Andes, white tablecloth dining, and high-end wine. Then explore Machu Picchu with an expert guide, followed by afternoon tea at the Belmond Sanctuary Lodge.

Discover the fascinating history of Cusco, the ancient capital of the Incan Empire. This small-group tour takes you to the city's most-important landmarks, including Qurikancha, once the Inca Empire's important temple; the Cathedral of Cusco, and the archaeological sites of Sacsayhuaman, Qenqo, Puka Pukara, and Tambomachay.

Traditional circuit Maras Moray ATVs salt mines with ATVs of 250cc, 300cc and 350cc super comfortable honda machines specially made for you, enjoy the beautiful outdoor landscape on ATVs

Dare to experience pure adrenaline in Cusco. Ride a suspended bike high above the ground while enjoying breathtaking of the Andean mountains. This tour perfectly combines adventure, safety, and unforgettable landscapes, making it ideal for travelers looking for something truly unique and exciting in Cusco. We start with a rock climbing through a Via Ferrata, then experience a unique Sky Biking and living our rappelling adventure. A special tour made for outdoor lovers that you cannot miss. Feel the adrenaline in each activity and spend a different day in Cusco.

With Incan ruins and Spanish colonial architecture sitting side by side, Cusco ranks among Peru’s must-see cities. On this private tour, explore Cusco and the surrounding countryside with your guide, and explore top attractions including 17th-century Cusco Cathedral, Sacsayhuaman, and the Temple of Qoriqancha. Hear the hidden secrets behind Cusco’s beautiful buildings, and learn of the power struggles between indigenous and colonial forces across Cusco and beyond.

Enjoy magnificent scenery and fascinating visits to Incan archaeological sites on this half-day horseback riding adventure from Cusco. Mount up for your ride with a horseman, who will lead you to the ruins of Qenko, Puca Pucara, Tambomachay and Sacsayhuaman where can wander on your own. Explore each site independently, making sure to soak up the beautiful mountain scenery and eucalyptus forests you encounter along the way. Your horseback riding trip also includes round-trip hotel transport and all necessary riding equipment.

Spend time in the old religious and administrative capital of the Inca Empire on this 4-hour tour of Cusco, including transport. Visit many of the Inca Empire’s sites, such as Sacsayhuaman, Puka Pukara, Tambomachay, Q’enqo, and Qorikancha. Plus, numbers are limited to 15 people on this small-group tour, ensuring you'll spend an intimate day with a small group of like-minded history buffs.

Uncover the history of Cusco, the ancient capital of the Incas and one-time Spanish colonial hub, as you explore the city’s key landmarks on this 4-hour excursion. Visit the site of Qurikancha, once the most important temple in the Inca empire, and today the site of a Dominican monastery. Then check out Cusco’s massive Main Cathedral, learning about its unique collection of art from the ‘Cusqueña’ school. You’ll also see the impressive stonework at the archaeological complex of Sacsaywaman, and check out a variety of other Incan religious and military sites. Your Cusco outing also includes hotel pickup, air-conditioned coach transport and a guide.

Step back in time and into the era when the Incan Empire reigned. This private tour of Cusco introduces you the Peruvian city's most-important landmarks, including Coricancha, the Incas' most important temple; the fortress of Sacsayhuaman; and the ancient sites of Qenqo, Puka Pukara, and Tambomachay just outside of the city.

This morning tour covers Cusco's six essential historical sites in about five hours. You'll visit the Cathedral on the Plaza de Armas, home to over 400 paintings from the Cusco School, and walk to Qoricancha — the Inca Temple of the Sun — where original Inca stonework still stands beneath a colonial convent. A bus takes you uphill to the four Inca ruins outside the city: the massive fortress of Sacsayhuaman, the underground ceremonial chambers of Qenqo, the red-stone checkpoint of Puca Pucara, and the still-flowing water channels of Tambomachay. A licensed guide brings each site to life with historical context you won't get walking around on your own. Please note: the order of visits may vary depending on conditions such as site opening hours (Qoricancha opens later on Sundays) or crowd levels at the Cathedral. All six sites are visited regardless of the order. The tour returns to Plaza San Francisco by approximately 1:30 PM, leaving your afternoon free.

The Sacred Valley tour & the Salt mines tour will take you through the most impressive and beautiful landscapes of the Sacred Valley of the Incas, where you will be able to appreciate from beautiful lagoons and the imposing snow-capped mountains of the Andes in Cusco, you will also be able to know unique places in all our region of Peru and the world as the impressive Inca agricultural laboratory of Moray and the salt mines of Maras with more than 5000 salt wells. Explore with us the Sacred valley of the Incas connect with its people and its beautiful landscapes and learn from our experienced local guides our history.

Learn about the incredible engineering works of the ancient Incas during this half-day visit to the circular ruins at Moray and the salt mines of Maras. Stop at Maras to discover how the Incas ingeniously tapped a natural salt water stream to create evaporating pools for collecting salt, a system that is still used to this day. Then continue to the ruins of Moray, a site of circular terraces, some as deep as 98 feet (30 meters), that once offered a testing ground for agricultural products. Your Maras and Moray excursion also features a professional guide and round-trip hotel transport.