Top Cusco Sightseeing Tours in 2026

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.

Spend a day hiking in the great Andes Mountains on this full-day tour from Cusco. Alongside a private guide, hike up to Vinicunca, also known as Rainbow Mountain, for stunning views of the colorful surroundings. Your guide sheds light on the importance of the mountain in Peruvian culture as well as the geological history of the region.

Learn the secrets of Cusco’s Incan and Spanish history on this private day tour. In addition to navigating, your guide offers little-known facts and anecdotes about each stop on the itinerary, from the Koricancha, a sun temple in the historic center, to Sacsayhuaman, an Incan citadel with sweeping views of Cusco. Booking a private tour ensures plenty of time for photos and questions.

Learn to prepare high-end Peruvian cuisine from market to table alongside a professional chef with this Peruvian cooking class. After shopping at a local market with a food-loving guide, head to a colonial-style home to prepare a 3-course lunch or dinner which could feature classic items such as ceviche, Pisco sours, and quinoa cooked to perfection. Polish off your meal with fresh fruits and local coffee.

One of the New7Wonders of the World, UNESCO-listed Machu Picchu ranks among Peru’s most impressive sites of interest. On this tour, reach Machu Picchu with ease from your Cusco hotel, with entry fees, lunch, and all travel tickets included. Visit Machu Picchu as your private guide brings the site’s Incan history to life, with free time to explore further at your leisure.

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.

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.

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.

Located along the popular Salkantay trekking route, Humantay Lake ranks among Peru’s top natural attractions—but its remote location makes access a challenge. On this tour, hike to the lake with entry fees and meals included—with your private guide to lead the way. With the practical logistics covered, delve into Peru’s wilderness landscapes, and admire panoramic views over the beautiful lake and mountain scenery.

Private transfer from Cusco or Cusco Airport to Ollantaytambo or Ollantaytambo Station. If you want to get to Urubamba or any part of the Sacred Valley of the Incas, indicate in your reservation and provide your exact address. For your reservation you must provide: • Address, time and date of Pick up If your pick-up is at the Cusco Airport, you must provide information about the airline (Airline name, flight number and arrival time)

Exploring the famous Inca citadel of Machu Picchu in one day is challenging to do on your own. Book this small-group excursion from Cusco that handles all the logistics, including the Vistadome train to Aguas Calientes and a walking tour of the ruins. Visit key landmarks and learn about the Inca Empire before exploring the sites on your own.

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's Sacred Valley has played an important role in the region since the time of the ancient Incas. On this full-day excursion, visit the historic sights and cities that dot the fertile valley. Stop at Chinchero, Moray, the Maras salt mines, Ollantaytambo, and Pisac to learn how the Incas grew crops in the region.

Experience the technicolor wonders of Peru’s Rainbow Mountain (Vinicunca) on a full-day tour from Cusco that offers deeper insight into local Incan culture. Don't worry about navigating the hike to the viewpoint or getting lost as your guide leads the way and offers fresh perspective of the landscapes and their significance.

Experience one of the world’s oldest pilgrimage routes on a 4-day, 3-night trek from Cusco to Machu Picchu. This slightly strenuous hike spans 26 miles (42 kilometers) and reaches elevations of 13,800 feet (4,200 meters). Join a small group and trek through villages while learning about local history and culture. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included for added convenience.

Exploring Cusco’s most important ruins and historic landmarks on your own can be confusing, with sites spread out and little context to explain what you’re seeing—but this small-group, guided tour makes it simple. Travel between key archaeological locations—including Sacsayhuaman, Qenqo, Puca Pucara, and the Temple of the Sun—and the historic center with a guide who brings the temples and colonial architecture to life. As you explore, learn about the history behind each site instead of simply passing by.

Since its discovery, Rainbow Mountain has fast become one of Peru’s top attractions. But exploring it with hundreds of others can detract from its appeal. This tour departs from Cusco later than most other excursions to ensure you reach the Andean gem before the crowds do, so you can explore in more relaxed conditions.

Adventurous, active travelers will love this day tour by ATV. See the sights around Cusco in an exciting way. After being instructed how to drive the vehicles safely, you'll drive through the Sacred Valley and visit places that many standard tours miss. Drive through Andean villages, to Inca archaeological sites, and salt mines operating the traditional way.

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.

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.

Discover the shorter version of the famous Inca Trail during this 2-day excursion. Visit the archeological sites of Chachabamba, Winay Huayna, the Sungate, and Machu Picchu both in the afternoon and the early morning to see the citadel in two different lights. Learn about the history of the Incas on a comprehensive tour and explore the site on your own before heading back to Cusco.

Cover the main tourist attractions of the Sacred Valley of the Incas on this private day trip from Cusco, without the hassle of planning a complex itinerary. Visit the Pisaq, Ollantaytambo, and Chinchero citadels, plus the Moray agricultural experimentation center and the salt mines (entrance fees extra). Enjoy flexible time at each site to explore at your own pace.

Take away some of the hassle of traveling, with this private airport transfer service. By booking your transfer service in advance, you can relax and focus on your holiday. Avoid long taxi queues or navigating busy public transport. Enjoy being met at the airport by your own private chauffeur and receive door-to-door service to your hotel accommodation.

Explore the legacy of the Inca and Peru’s indigenous culture during this day trip to Maras, Moray, and the Salinera’ from Cusco. Walk the streets of Maras and sample some *chicha* (corn drink), then learn about Inca engineering and agricultural practices at the Moray archaeological site. You’ll also get to see the Salineras salt mines. An optional private trip upgrade is also available.