Cusco - City Tour

Cusco - Nestled in the Peruvian Andes, Cusco was once the capital of the Inca Empire and is now celebrated for its archaeological sites and Spanish colonial architecture. The central square, Plaza de Armas, features arcades, intricately carved wooden balconies, and remnants of Incan walls. The baroque Santo Domingo Convent, constructed atop the Incan Temple of the Sun (Qoricancha), showcases Inca stonework remains.

Cusco Cathedral - Known as the Cathedral Basilica of the Assumption of the Virgin, Cusco Cathedral serves as the main church of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Cusco. It is prominently located on the Plaza de Armas.

Qorikancha - The Inca constructed Coricancha using ashlar masonry, which consists of uniformly sized cuboid stones. This choice of masonry made the temple’s construction more challenging, as the Inca avoided using stones with any imperfections. By selecting this masonry style, the Inca highlighted the building’s significance through the labor-intensive process required for its construction. The use of ashlar masonry became a symbol of the Inca’s imperial power to mobilize local labor forces. The replication of Inca architectural techniques, like those at Coricancha, throughout Andean South America further demonstrates the Inca’s control over a vast region.

Sacsayhuaman - Perched on a steep hill overlooking the city, this fortified complex offers a panoramic view of the valley to the southeast. Archaeological studies of pottery surface collections at Sacsayhuamán suggest that the hilltop’s earliest occupation dates back to around 900 CE. According to Inca oral history, Tupac Inca “recalled that his father Pachacuti referred to the city of Cuzco as the lion city. He mentioned that the tail was where the two rivers converged, the body was the great square and surrounding houses, and the head was missing.” The Inca decided that the “best head would be to construct a fortress on a high plateau north of the city.” However, archaeologists have discovered that Sacsayhuamán was initially built by the preceding Killke culture, with the Inca expanding upon it starting in the 13th century.

Q’enqo - In Quechua, Qenqo means labyrinth or zig-zag, and the temple is named for the winding canal carved into its rock. Although the canal’s purpose and the liquid it transported remain uncertain, hypotheses suggest it carried holy water, chicha (corn beer), or blood. All three possibilities indicate that Qenqo was used for death rituals, potentially for embalming bodies or determining a person’s virtuous life based on the liquid’s path.

Puka Pukara - This complex features numerous halls, inner plazas, aqueducts, watchtowers, and paths. It likely served as a “tambo,” a place for rest and lodging. According to legend, whenever the Inca visited Tambomachay, he was accompanied by a large entourage that stayed in Puka Pukara. Its fortified appearance led to its designation as a fortress.
Visiting hours: Monday–Sunday and holidays 7 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Location: 7 km northeast of Cuzco (15 minutes by car and 2 hours on foot).

Tambomachay - Tambomachay is associated with the veneration of water, a vital element in the Andean worldview. It features two aqueducts with artistic rock engravings that transport and supply a continuous flow of clean water year-round. Its name, meaning “place of rest,” suggests that the Inca visited this bath for relaxation.

Today, it is one of the best hiking routes, offering tourists an adventure amidst captivating natural scenery.

Sacred Valley Full Day Tour + Lunch

Sacred Valley - The Sacred Valley is a region in Peru’s Andean highlands. Alongside the nearby town of Cusco and the ancient city of Machu Picchu, it formed the heart of the Inca Empire. Spanning approximately 60 kilometers, it is an area of fertile farmland and Spanish colonial villages like Pisac and Ollantaytambo. Pisac is renowned for its Sunday handicraft market and hilltop Incan citadel.

Pisac - The village of Pisac is situated about 28 km from Cusco, along the Río Vilcanota, also known as the Urubamba River. The main attraction is the Incan ruins known as Inca Písac, located atop a hill at the valley’s entrance. These ruins are divided into four areas along the picturesque ridge: Pisaqa, Intihuatana, Q’allaqasa, and Kinchiracay.

Urubamba - Urubamba is a town in the Sacred Valley region of southeastern Peru. As a bustling transportation hub, it sits on the Urubamba River, surrounded by rugged mountains. The town serves as a starting point for visiting the Maras Salt Mines, which consist of hundreds of hillside salt pools dating back to Inca times. Nearby, Moray is an Inca archaeological site characterized by concentric terraces. Hang-gliding, paragliding, and rafting are popular activities in the area.

Ollantaytambo - Both a fortress and a temple, these impressive Inca ruins rise above Ollantaytambo, making for a splendid half-day trip. (Admission is via the boleto turístico tourist card, valid for 10 days and for 16 other sites across the region.) The massive, steep terraces that protect Ollantaytambo’s remarkable Inca ruins mark one of the few places where the Spanish conquistadors suffered a significant defeat.

Chinchero - Chinchero is a small Andean Indian village located high on the windswept plains of Anta at 3765m, about 30km from Cusco. It offers stunning views overlooking the Sacred Valley of the Incas, with the Cordillera Vilcabamba and the snow-capped peak of Salkantay dominating the western horizon. Chinchero is believed to be the mythical birthplace of the rainbow. Its main tourist attraction is its vibrant Sunday market, which is less tourist-oriented than the market at Pisac. The village primarily consists of mud brick (adobe) houses, and locals continue their daily activities in traditional attire. The village may have been an important town during Inca times. The most striking remnant from this period is the massive stone wall in the main plaza, featuring ten trapezoidal niches. The construction of the wall and many other ruins and agricultural terraces (still in use) are attributed to Inca Tupac Yupanqui, who possibly used Chinchero as a kind of country retreat.

Machupicchu Full Day with Overnight in Aguas Calientes

Consettur Bus Ticket - Early in the morning, the group will head to the bus station to catch the bus from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu, embarking on an adventure to visit South America’s most significant tourist attraction.

Machu Picchu - Machu Picchu is an Incan citadel perched high in the Andes Mountains in Peru, above the Urubamba River valley. Constructed in the 15th century and later abandoned, it is renowned for its sophisticated dry-stone walls that join massive blocks without mortar, intriguing buildings that align with astronomical events, and breathtaking views. Its exact historical purpose remains a mystery.

Full Day Tour to the Rainbow Mountain

Vinicunca Rainbow Mountain - Since pre-Inca times, the mountain has been a site of worship and offerings, a tradition that continues to this day.

Most tours to “Rainbow Mountain” require a trek of at least five or six days. However, this new itinerary allows for a day trip.

During this walk, visitors will encounter picturesque villages, charming “adobe” houses, herds of llamas and alpacas, and enjoy a magnificent view of the Ausangate glacier (6,385 m / 20,945 feet).

• Train Tickets Ollantaytambo - Aguas Calientes - Ollantaytambo
• Transfer: Cusco - Ollantaytambo - Cusco
• Lunch
• Breakfast
• City Tour in Cusco & Sacred Valley - Small Group
• Full day tour to the Rainbow Mountain - Small Group
• Machu Picchu Tour & entrance ticket - Small Group
• Bus ticket - Aguas Calientes - Machu Picchu - Aguas Calientes

• Touristic Ticket for Cusco
• Hotels
• Food

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.