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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.

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.

Discover the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu on this 2-day tour. Visit key sites such as Pisac, Urubamba, and Ollantaytambo and discover their individual archaeological sites with your guide. Spend the night at Aguas Calientes, the village at the base of Machu Picchu, and rest up before exploring the famous Inca citadel the next day.

Discover the colorful Rainbow Mountain during your time in Peru on this trekking excursion from Cusco. Meet your private guide in the early morning for the journey to the base of the mountain. After breakfast, begin the hike up to the summit where you have views of the Vinicunca and Ausangate mountains. Your guide also informs you of the area’s unique ecosystem and how the mountain was formed.

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.

Moray archaeological park and the Maras salt mines rank among the top attractions outside Cusco, with a history dating back to the days of the Incas. On this tour, hit the gas and zoom through the Peruvian countryside, and explore both sites in one day—with safety kit plus pickup and drop-off at your Cusco accommodation included. With your guide to lead the way, enjoy outdoor adventure in Peru and learn how the Incas worked the land.

Discover the wealth of history and fascinating modern-day culture of Cusco, the ancient capital of the Inca empire, during this 3-hour walking tour with a private guide. Get off the tour bus and out into the streets of this amazing Inca city, following your guide on foot through the city’s main square and past its imposing cathedral. You’ll also check out the impressive ruins of the Incas’ Qorikancha temple and do some shopping for produce and handicrafts at San Pedro Market. This private walking tour also covers all site entrance fees.

Get a taste of what trekking the Inca Trail is like even when you don’t have time to hike the entire trail to Machu Picchu with this 2-day tour from Cusco. Travel via Ollantaytambo to the start of your hike and then walk the Inca Trail past ruins to the Sun Gate over Machu Picchu. Return the next day for a guided tour of Machu Picchu before returning to Cusco.

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.

One of Peru's greatest trails, the Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu is an excellent alternative to the Inca Trail. This 5-day, small-group hiking adventure takes you through diverse eco-systems, from snow-capped peaks to cloud forest, and includes accommodations, porters, meals, and hotel pickup. Book at least five months in advance to secure Machu Picchu tickets.

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While in Peru, don’t let time constraints hold you back from visiting the iconic archaeological site of Machu Picchu. This private tour from Cusco includes all transportation logistics to safely take you to and from Machu Picchu in one day by train and car, plus entrance fees and a guided tour of Machu Picchu itself.

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.

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.

Ease into Cusco's altitude alongside llamas and alpacas on a delightful small-group hike along ancient Inca trails. This non-demanding trek helps you acclimate to the local weather and altitude, preparing you for whatever comes next on your Sacred Valley adventure. Visit hidden Inca temples nestled in small valleys and get first-hand insights into local culture and history.

Maximize your adventure during your trip to Machu Picchu as you enjoy this 4-day, 3-night trip packed with fun activities like biking, ziplining and rafting. Choose an alternative to the typical Inca Trail hiking paths, enjoying a jungle bike ride, rafting trip on Classs III and IV rapids and Peru’s first canopy-level zipline. Cap it all off with a chance to explore the famous Inca citadel at Machu Picchu in the first light of day and with a guided tour of the site. This adventure-lover’s experience also features hotel pickup, three nights of guesthouse accommodations, guide, bus and train transfers, three days of meals and snacks, entrance fees and all necessary biking, ziplining and rafting equipment.

Hit top Peru attractions including Humantay Lake, UNESCO–listed Machu Picchu, Queshuachaca bridge, and the Sacred Valley of the Incas with ease on this comprehensive 8-day tour. With key logistics like accommodation and transportation—plus round-trip transport from Alejandro Velasco Astete Airport—included, you’re free to relax and soak up the scenery. Follow in the footsteps of the Incas with your guide, and admire beautiful countryside views.

Tick off two of Peru’s most important Incan archaeological sites on a day trip that takes you off the beaten path in the Sacred Valley from Cusco. You’ll beat the crowds and discover the Agricultural Terraces of Moray—a masterclass in agricultural innovation—and the Maras Salt Pools in the Andean town of Maras.

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.

See the iconic sights and hidden streets of Cusco from behind the handlebars of a bike during this 3-hour cycling excursion. Admire some of the most famous sites in the city around its iconic Plaza de Armas main square, then pedal along the lesser-known roads away from the main tourist walkways. As you cycle, your guide will share insights into the history of Cusco’s street names, point out the sophisticated architecture of the Incas and highlight the favorite local hangouts and watering holes of Cusco residents in the modern day.

Tick off more Cusco attractions in less time on a private, half-day city tour, designed with history buffs in mind. In the company of a private guide, visit ancient Inca archeological sites including Sacsayhuaman and Tambomachay and explore the Historic Center of Cusco, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

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.

Beat the crowds and save time and effort with this ATV tour to Rainbow Mountain (Mt. Vinicunca). Travel with a small group to Japura, then jump aboard your ATV for a thrilling ride to the mountain. Avoid an exhausting hike and spend more time enjoying the beautiful scenery. Includes breakfast, lunch, and transfers.

The Sacred Valley in Peru is home to ancient monuments and ruins dating back to the days of the Incas—but reaching them by public transport is a challenge. On this tour, spin through the Sacred Valley in comfort from your Cusco accommodation—with your guide to lead the way. Take in top sites of interest including Chincheros, Moray, and Ollantaytambo, and gain insight into a civilization lost in time.