Top Cusco Historical Tours - page 2

Experience Machu Picchu like a true traveler, not just a tourist. We offer a seamless and stress-free experience with friendly guides, personalized assistance, and continuous support throughout your journey. Our goal is to make you feel like you are traveling with friends while enjoying one of the world’s most iconic destinations. This is one of the fastest and best-value ways to explore Machu Picchu, with more than 2 hours inside the citadel with our guide and group. Please note that Machu Picchu tickets are controlled by the Peruvian government and the Ministry of Culture, with limited availability worldwide. We recommend booking at least 3 months in advance. For last-minute reservations, additional days may be required to request tickets in person in Aguas Calientes. We will always do our best to help you visit Machu Picchu, especially with flexible schedules.

Visit Machu Picchu from Cusco, without the stress of organizing hotel, train, and bus transport, plus timed entry into the site on your own. This private guided tour offers a seamless way to visit the ancient Inca citadel in one day, and includes a dedicated guide to take you around the ruins and explain their significance.

Discover the rich flavors of Peru during a hands-on cooking experience in Cusco. Start with a visit to San Pedro Market, where you learn about local ingredients and Andean superfoods. Then, head to a modern kitchen studio for a cooking class led by a professional Peruvian chef. Prepare a gourmet 4-course meal full of local ingredients, and craft a pisco sour cocktail, the national drink of Peru.

Get ready for the most scenic road trip through the Andes. This isn't just a transfer from Cusco to Puno — it's the legendary Route of the Sun, and it more than lives up to its name. Travel in comfort aboard a luxury comfortable bus with onboard service as you journey through breathtaking landscapes and make four unforgettable cultural stops. You'll visit one of the Inca’s largest surviving temples, step inside the "Sistine Chapel of America", and immerse yourself in the deep history and traditions of Andean Peru. With over 24 years of experience, we’re proud to be the official Ruta del Sol operator, offering daily departures and a seamless blend of comfort, culture, and panoramic beauty. Why settle for a basic ride when you can turn your journey into an epic Andean adventure? ✔️ Scenic stops in the Andes ✔️ Guided visits to cultural heritage sites ✔️ Buffet lunch included ✔️ Comfortable transport with onboard facilities

Discover Machu Picchu in one day with this guided experience that includes your entrance ticket, guide, and round-trip transportation from your hotel in Cusco to the train station in Ollantaytambo, train to Aguas Calientes, and bus to Machu Picchu. At Machu Picchu, enjoy a guided tour of the temples, plazas, and sites, learning the history behind the ruins.

You don't have to spend long at Machu Picchu to see why it deserves UNESCO World Heritage status, so visiting the archeological site is a must when in Cusco. This private day trip lets you set the speed of your exploration, so you can ask ample questions and pose for as many photos as you like. Plus, taking the train from Cusco saves you from getting stuck in traffic on the way.

This private tour visits four key Sacred Valley sites—Pisac, Urubamba, Ollantaytambo, and Chinchero—with a dedicated guide explaining their history. Includes lunch in Urubamba and convenient round-trip transfers from Cusco.

See more of Peru’s Sacred Valley in a single day without managing transportation, timing, or crowded sightseeing stops yourself. This small-group tour takes a less conventional route through Maras, Moray, Chinchero, and Ollantaytambo to help avoid peak visitor traffic and create a more relaxed experience. Included hotel pickup, round-trip transportation, and lunch make exploring the region easy and efficient.

This private Machu Picchu day trip is ideal for travelers seeking a seamless, stress free experience. With guaranteed entrance to Machu Picchu, scenic round trip train travel through the Sacred Valley, and a guided visit led by a licensed English speaking guide, all logistics are handled for you. Unlike standard group tours, this private experience offers a relaxed pace and personalized attention, allowing deeper insight into Inca history, engineering, and spiritual traditions. Hotel pickup and drop off in Cusco, train and bus tickets, entrance fees, and the guided tour are all included, making it perfect for first time visitors, solo travelers, couples, and those with limited time who value comfort and efficiency. Circuit Priority: As a private tour, we prioritize Circuit 2 (Classic Route). We recommend booking 2–3 months in advance. If there are no available spots for this route, you will be assigned to Circuit 1 or 3 to guarantee your entry.

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.

Salkantay is considered among the finest trekking routes in Peru, but organizing accommodation, meals, and transportation to explore it solo is a challenge. On this tour, follow in the footsteps of the Incas along the Salkantay route with your guide, and reach UNESCO–listed Machu Picchu with all the key logistics covered. Along the way, admire uninterrupted views from the highlands of Peru to the dense forest and soaring peaks.

Go where cars can't and explore local Andean communities and ancient Inca ruins during this horseback riding adventure. Learn about the daily rhythms of local life, observing farming techniques along with alpaca and sheep herding, for a cultural experience you wouldn't get anywhere else. You also discover Inca temples and visit a natural cave once used as an Inca shrine.

Take this chocolate-lovers workshop and learn how to make your very own chocolate from start to finish. Learn about the chocolate-making process with this hands-on experience beginning with the cocoa tree and finishing with your very own chocolate creations. Discover the history of cocoa in Peru and learn why it is one of the top chocolate producers in the world.

An ideal Machu Picchu tour for those who are short on time, this experience takes you on a 2-day trip to explore the landmark. Start down the Inca Trail that takes you through diverse cloud forests, pristine alpine tundra's, ancient Incan ruins, culminating when you arrive at Machu Picchu. This is a less challenging hike, though it still takes you to see the highlights, making it great for families and hikers of all ages.

The markets of Cusco are fascinating places to explore, but you'll have a much richer experience with a guide who can provide insights into Peruvian cuisine. This activity begins in the city's oldest market, where you can sample popular fruits, breads, and cheeses, as well as some desserts. Afterward, you'll learn to prepare three Peruvian dishes with a local chef.

Visit two of the Sacred Valley’s most fascinating archeological sites in one day on a day trip to the Salt Mines of Maras and the Agricultural Terraces of Moray from Cusco. Exploring with a guide helps you skip the hassle of making your way between the far-flung sites and ensures you get the historical context crucial to understanding these Inca engineering marvels.

Uncover the history and culture of Cusco, once the heart of the Inca Empire, on this small-group tour of the city—a great way to get your bearings if visiting for the first time. Check off plenty of sights in one convenient tour that covers Plaza de Armas, where Inca roads once converged, the Temple of the Sun, and the Convent of Santo Domingo. You'll also visit Cusco Cathedral and the bustling San Pedro Central Market, for a taste of daily life in Cusco.

Make the most of your limited time in Cusco on a small-group tour of the Sacred Valley. Set at a comfortable pace and in round-trip transportation with hotel pickup, you're able to explore five historical attractions without feeling rushed. The extensive itinerary includes guided visits to archeological sites in Pisac, Ollantaytambo, Moray, and Chinchero. Lunch and a stop at the salt mines (salineras) in Maras are also included.

If you want to spread out your sightseeing experience of Machu Picchu, opt for this hassle-free 2-day tour of the UNESCO-listed archaeological site and the Sacred Valley. The journey is almost as exciting as the final destination, as you’ll travel by Vistadome train for panoramic views. Plus, 4-star accommodation and hotel pickup are included.

There’s no better way to experience Machu Picchu than on a private tour from Aguas Calientes. Receive undivided attention from a personal guide as you discover the history of ancient temples, terraced hills, and sacrificial sites. Capture photographs from the best vantage points, come face-to-face with resident llamas, and absorb spectacular views of the Sacred Valley from your vertiginous perch. Round-trip bus transfers and admission tickets from Aguas Calientes are included.

Explore the famous Historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchu on a full-day tour from Cusco. Take the train to Aguas Calientes, where you have about 30 minutes before a short bus ride to the ruins. Follow your guide on a 2-hour walking tour of the site, visit key landmarks, then explore on your own. Enjoy a delicious lunch at a local restaurant before returning to Cusco with included hotel pickup and drop-off.

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.

Peru is known for its beautifully woven textiles, but it can be difficult to find authentic pieces on your own. With this private tour, venture to the Sacred Valley to a textile workshop to learn from expert weavers the proper techniques of weaving and dyeing textiles. Now you can see the behind-the-scenes of how they’re made and try it out yourself, great for travelers who want to learn something new and who appreciate arts and crafts.

Experience Machu Picchu at your own pace on a private day tour from Cusco. Round-trip hotel transfers, train tickets, bus fares, and admission to the archeological site are all conveniently included, so you don't have to waste time organizing transportation or standing in long lines. At Machu Picchu, you'll enjoy detailed commentary and the undivided attention of your personal guide. Take free time to explore and take photos before returning to Cusco.