Top Cusco Car Tours in 2026

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.

This Humantay Lake Full-Day Tour from Cusco is a great pick for travelers who want to see the lake but only have a day to spare. This full-day tour takes you to the lake through the Soraypampa Trek, which is a circular route that runs about 2.7 miles (4.3 kilometers). A guide knows the best spots to stop at to see wildlife and teaches you about the scared mountains surrounding the area, too.

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.

Play your part in supporting rescued animals with a visit to Cochahuasi Animal Sanctuary. The family-run sanctuary rescues and rehabilitates animals that have been treated badly or targeted by the poaching industry. You'll get the chance to tour the grounds and meet some of the rescued animals, such as pumas, Peruvian hairless dogs, alpacas, and llamas. Includes round-trip transfers from Cusco.

Immerse yourself in the history and culture of Cusco and the Sacred Valley on this full-day tour with a small group. Traveling with a group of 15 people or fewer means you’ll get personalized attention from your guide as you explore the Inca ruins, traditional villages, and highlands of the Urubamba region. Learn about the area through in-depth commentary and visit Awanacancha to see the llamas and alpacas.

Make the most of your limited time in Cusco on a small-group tour of the Sacred Valley. Set at a comfortable pace with round-trip hotel pickup and drop-off from Cusco Historic Center, you explore five historical attractions without feeling rushed. The itinerary includes guided visits to archaeological sites in Pisac, Ollantaytambo, Moray, and Chinchero, plus a Peruvian buffet lunch in Urubamba and a stop at the salt mines in Maras.

Sacred Valley group tours are popular for a good reason—in just a day, you visit top sights such as Pisac, Urubamba, and Ollantaytambo in just one day. Choose to end your tour here for easy next-day access to Machu Picchu, or continue back to Cusco, stopping in Chinchero on the way.

Explore the Incan citadel of Machu Picchu on this small-group tour from Cusco, which allows you to leave all of the logistics to the experts. All of your transfers, including hotel pickup and train tickets from Ollantaytambo to Aguas Calientes, are included and you will explore the UNESCO-listed Machu Picchu in the company of a guide who will reveal its secrets.

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.

Even if you’re short on time in Cusco, it’s still easy to visit Machu Picchu in one day with the right planning. This day trip by train helps you maximize your time in the Sacred Valley, helping you avoid traffic and getting bogged down with logistics in another language. All of your transfers and tickets are taken care of, so all you have to do is enjoy the UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Avoid the hassles of navigating public transport to Machu Picchu. This small-group tour arranges all of your necessary connections and tickets including transportation from Cusco to Ollantaytambo train station; the EXPEDITION/VOYAGER train from Ollantaytambo to Aguas Calientes, and the bus from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu where you will enjoy a guided tour around the famed City of the Incas.

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.

The story of food is the story of the people. Explore the unique and authentic street food and traditional quisine of the Sacred Valley. Food can tell many stories… cultural, social, economic, and sometimes also emotional and spiritual. Our tour invites you to take an in-depth look at the relationship between food and the people, through an experiential encounter with the typical street food and traditional quisine of the Sacred Valley of Peru. The tour begins with a morning of tasting in the charming market area of the town of Urubamba. We will then take a tour to the magical Inca town of Ollantaytambo. Then we drive up the breathtaking mountains of the Andes to visit an indigenous Peruvian family and enjoy a traditional festive lunch. In the evening we will return to Urubamba, to finish the day with a local dessert. So come with me and dive into an exiting, authentic and delicious experience. Lets go get something to eat!

There’s much more to Cusco than ruins. This private tour focuses on viewpoints and streets, exploring the city at a relaxed pace that’s perfect for acclimatising to the high altitude of the former Inca citadel. Admire the lay of the land from a series of vantage points and stop to ask questions whenever you like.

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.

Visiting the ancient Inca citadel of Machu Picchu from Cusco typically requires juggling multiple transportation bookings. This small-group tour removes the hassle. Depart by train from Ollantaytambo to reach the base of the mountain, then head up to the UNESCO World Heritage Site for a guided tour and free time to explore the Inca ruins.

Explore Cusco’s many-layered history, without getting lost, with a small-group tour on that brings the city’s Inca and colonial heritage to life. Visit the city's most-important while learning the stories behind them from your guide. Cover more ground in less time and gain a deeper insight into Cusco’s past.

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.

Experience the magic of Machu Picchu, a truly unforgettable journey. Book in advance for the best tour (Circuit 2), which includes the top for the classic photo and the bottom for visiting the Inca urban area. The group will be small and private during the visit to Machu Picchu, with guaranteed departures. You will have experienced tour guides, teamwork, excellent communication, great responsiveness and a positive attitude. If you haven't booked your Machu Picchu tour in advance, we have the best option: Visit Machu Picchu on Circuit 3, which guarantees the operation of the tour. Departure times may vary depending on government availability as there are multiple times and circuits to enter Machu Picchu. For this reason, we will send you the exact departure time at the time of your confirmation, which could be early in the morning.

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.

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.

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.

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.