Top Cusco Historical Tours - page 3

This is a package that includes 3 of the best tourist destinations in the city of Cusco. This package of 3 days allow you the visit: the first day to Humantay Lake, The second day to Machu Picchu and the thrird day to Rainbow Mountain. This is an option to visit the most popular places of Cusco by group tour, so it is a great way to meet new people, visiting places for cheaper price. Every day the departure is from Cusco city, so it is important you book a hotel in Cusco city.

Get a taste for Peru’s high-alpine scenery and ancient Inca customs during this full-day hike to Lake Humantay from Cusco. Ascend to this scenic body of water located at 13,779 feet (4,200 meters), learning about its sacred place in Inca mythology during your climb. An included buffet lunch back at base camp is an added bonus.

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.

Skip crowded taxi lines and avoid navigating confusing public transport systems with this shared transfer from Alejandro Velasco Astete Airport (CUZ) to your hotel. Available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, your transfer is synced to your flight's arrival time, so there's no time wasted waiting around for a ride.

Tour of the city of Cusco, visit the ancient capital of the Inca empire, experience the magical mix of this city between the traditions and history of the Incas along with the traditions and history of the Spaniards. The walk through the city is highly recommended to do it on the first day of your stay in Cusco to acclimate and be much calmer on the tours of the following days. The tour usually starts from Q'oricancha, Sacsayhuaman, Q'enqo, Pucapucara, Tambomachay and after the tour we return to the city. NOTE: If you are taking the private (personalized) tour we will return you to your hotel.

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.

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.

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.

Maximize your sightseeing time in Peru with this convenient day trip to Machu Picchu from Cusco. After a hotel pickup, travel through the Sacred Valley and rugged mountain terrain by bus and train before ascending by bus to the iconic Inca citadel. You’ll enjoy a guided tour of the site’s most important landmarks, to learn more about Peru’s ancient cultures. Ideal for travelers short on time in the country.

Take a break from sightseeing while still engaging with Peruvian culture with this small-group cooking class in Lima. Starting with a trip to the local San Pedro Market to pick up ingredients, learn about Peru's culinary heritage as you prepare a multi-course meal under guidance from a professional chef. Then, sit down to enjoy the dishes you have created, offering a unique alternative to a restaurant reservation.

This group service tour biggings with the pick up from your hotel and travel to Chinchero, a small rustic town with a long tradition of textile weaving. See various textiles woven with traditional Incan techniques. Next, you will visit the Moray agricultural terraces that were built along the hillsides. These terraces were built by the Incas to grow an abundance of crops. Right next to this area, at Maras, there are over 4000 salt ponds which were used for a long time by our ancestors. After that make your way to Urubamba where you enjoy a buffet lunch. Make your way to the historical town of Ollantaytambo to climb over 200 steps to reach the top of the ancient terraced fortress that overlook the town. After visiting Ollantaytambo, the tour guide drops you off you at the train station or main square of Ollantaytambo around 3:30 pm . NOTE: VISIT TIME IN EACH SITE IS LESS THAN 45 MINUTES CHECK OUR PRIVATE OPTION TO HAVE MORE TIME IN CASE YOU HAVE A LATE TRAIN OR HOTEL IN OLLANTAYTAMBO

Visit one of Peru's most popular places without the crowds on this well-planned day tour. Instead of visiting Rainbow Mountain in the morning, like other groups, visit in the afternoon after the crowds have left. With a small group, enjoy unobstructed views, provided walking sticks, and snacks, and learn about the landscape from your guide.

Get a comprehensive tour of the main Incan sites around Cusco on this half-day excursion. Visit all the highlights and landmarks, including Tambomachay, Puccpucara, Quenqo, Sacsayuaman, and Koricancha. Hotel pickup in the historic center of Cusco available; travel via air-conditioned coach.

It’s possible to visit Machu Picchu in one day from Cusco, though getting the timing just right can be difficult on your own—with transfers from Cusco, a train, bus, and timed entry into Machu Picchu to organize. Simplify your experience with this private day trip, which takes care of all your logistics and includes a private guide to take you around the iconic ruins and explain their history and significance.

Don’t miss out on the stunning Andean scenery of the Route of the Sun by self-driving. Instead, let someone else focus on the road so that you can soak up the landscapes on a scenic day trip from Cusco to Puno, a town perched on the shores of the world’s highest navigable lake.

Explore Moray and Salinera de Maras on this half-day tour, departing Cusco at 8:30am each weekday. Your guide will take you to the archaeological center of Moray where you can see the circular agricultural terraces that look a bit like a Roman amphitheater, used by the Incas. Then go to Maras and explore and learn about the salt terraces and the rich product they produce.

Snack and sightsee on this small-group Cusco street food tour limited to 10 people or fewer. Try favorite local dishes such as papas (potatoes), meats, and sweets, and even chat with the street food vendors to learn more about their goods. Between bites, learn about Cusco history as you walk around the city.

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.

Delve deeper into the ancient heritage of the Incas on a private, full-day tour of the Sacred Valley from Cusco. Discover top Peru attractions such as Pisa indigenous market, the Maras salt mines, and the Inca terraces of Moray, without having to book each activity separately. Plus, this private tour gives you the freedom to tailor your itinerary.

Cover a number of dispersed Inca towns, without the hassle of driving, on this small-group tour from Cusco to the Sacred Valley. Pass through the ancient sites of Saqsaywaman and Ollantaytambo, and explore the Inca site of Pisac. Along the way, visit a Peruvian weaving house and see a demonstration on dyeing and weaving techniques.

See the best of the Sacred Valley - comfortably and stress-free - on a full-day small-group tour from Cusco. Combining culture, history, and cuisine, the well-rounded adventure is perfect for travelers who want to visit the region’s top attractions but are short on time. Itinerary highlights include Chinchero, Moray, Ollantaytambo, and Pisac. Throughout the excursion, you’ll enjoy engaging commentary and free time to explore and take photos.

Uncover the fascinating architecture and culture of the ancient Incas during this full-day tour covering the highlights of Peru’s Sacred Valley from Cusco. Check out the market in Pisac, stopping on Sundays to observe its famous mass. Then visit the Inca settlement at Ollantaytambo and explore the ruins of its fortress and the Temple of the Sun, a mysterious structure composed of giant 12-foot (3.5-m) stones. Choose between private or shared options with or without admission tickets.

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.

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.