Private Half-Day Cusco City Tour

Recommended by 91% of travelers

Cusco, Peru

4 hours (approx.)
Pickup offered
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

Explore the ancient heart of the Inca empire and its later role as a Spanish colony during this half-day private exploration of Cusco. Check out key city sights including the main cathedral, Santo Domingo Monastery (once the site of the Inca temple Qorikancha) and the massive Incan stone fortress at Sacsayhuaman. During the course of your visit you’ll receive personalized insight from your private guide and also have the chance to admire a range of Inca- and Spanish-style architecture. Your Cusco visit also covers a private vehicle and hotel pickup.

Experience the 'Gateway to Machu Picchu' on a half-day city exploration
Visit Cusco's top sights and attractions, including Santo Domingo Monastery and the Temple of the Sun
See one of the most spectacular Incan ruin sites in existence: the massive stone fortress of Sacsayhuaman
Enjoy a mix of Inca- and Spanish-style architecture throughout the city
Learn about Cusco's distinct history and its roles in both the Inca empire and Spanish colonization from an expert guide

What's Included

Round-trip private transportation.
English-speaking private guide

Entrance fee to Cathedral and Qoricancha
Tourist ticket for archeological sites.

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Pickup details

We'll pick you up from the lobby or front door of your hotel, Airbnb, hostel, or any accommodation located in Cusco's historic center.

Itinerary

Qorikancha

40 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Sacsayhuaman

40 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Q'enqo

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Puka Pukara

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Tambomachay

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
Wheelchair accessible
Near public transportation
Infant seats available
Transportation is wheelchair accessible

Not recommended for travelers with back problems
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Most travelers can participate
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

4.7

based on 11 reviews

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paiges123, Aug 2023

I think the guide shared his heartfelt beliefs and knowledge of and passion for Quechua culture and we appreciated that. Some notes, though, about things that make clients uncomfortable: Mentioning Freddie Kruger and 'Sexy Woman.' Offering your number to a young woman or asking her to meet later to party with your pals or telling her that you feel like you have known her for years. Maybe due to cultural differences, but it is important to understand these things as a tour guide.

Thoughtful half day excursion with a couple of pleasant surprises

Rebekah_B, Jun 2022

The archaeological sites are amazing. The stones are much bigger than Machu Picchu and just stylistically look a bit different. It's worth seeing these as well as Machu Picchu. The tour guide was very friendly and informative. He often kindly offered to take pictures for us. We made a couple of stops that gave us AMAZING views of Cusco. I wasn't expecting that, but they were well worth the stop. If you've got the time, defiantly do this tour.

Half day tour with Paul was awesome

Paul_B, May 2022

Paul was awesome. Very knowledgeable about Cusco history and a passionate storyteller. He also recommended several local restaurants and we’ve enjoyed all that we’ve visited. Overall, a great experience.

Great guide.

Colanda_C, Dec 2019

Customized trip at our request. We were able to spend more time at places that interested us and less at other place. The tour was informative and easygoing private tour. Our guide Franco was very nice and went at our pace. Water was also provided.

Julio and the driver were fantastic...

SRobert_H, Aug 2016

Julio and the driver were fantastic. Prompt, informative, courteous. They went the extra mile to ensure we had a memorable morning. Julio's photography skills were a bonus. We got some memorable pix. Totally 5 stars and 2 thumbs up.