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Our half day tours have been designed for you to know more of Cusco and its surroundings. Archeological, artistic and cultural programs are our specialties. All tours are highly recommended. Our service is personal, professional and very informative. We have excellent English speaking guides with years of experience in tourism. We suggest you arrive to Cusco at least two days before starting with your tours or tour package as you need time to acclimatize to the altitude.
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CITY TOUR IN CUSCO
(HALF DAY TOURS)
- PRIVATE TOURS
- DAILY TOURS
- MINIMUM: 2 Passengers
- PRICES: On request
HIGHLIGHTS
The temple of the sun, the cathedral, Sacsayhuaman, Qenqo, Pucapucara and Tambo Machay
From 8:00 A.M. to 1:00 P.M
ITINERARY
Our guided city tour starts by collecting you from your hotel. We begin with a visit of the ruins near Cusco: Sacsayhuaman. This site is situated towards the northeast of Cusco with an altitude of 3600 meters above sea level (11800 ft). It is a bold demonstration of ancient construction skills. Made of massive stones weighing up to 17,000 kg (125 tons), this ruin was called “The Fortress” by the Spanish. It was more than simply a military structure. Some historians say the zigzagging shape of the walls represented the god of lightning, an important Inca deity.
After Sacsayhuaman, we will visit Q’enqo. This site is situated at about 1km towards the east of Sacsayhuaman. It was an Inca shrine (huaca) with a circular amphitheater and a stone block that is said to be representing a puma. This ceremonial center was dedicated to the worshipping of mother earth (Pacha Mama) From here we continue our tour with a visit to Pucapucara at approximately 8.5 kilometers (5.3 miles) from Cusco and with an altitude of 3750 meters above sea level (12300 ft). It was originally thought to be a military checkpoint. It was also a collective lodge offering food and shelter for travelers, as well as for the retinue escorting the Inca to his retreat in Tambo Machay.
Some meters ahead you will find the site of Tambo Machay. Tambo Machay is the sacred bathing place for the Inca rulers; “The Incas Bath”, and was probably a centre of water worship. It is known that the Incas referred to water as one of the principal elements of life. We then visit the temple of the Sun. Qoricancha is a synthesis of Inca organization, architecture and religion. The walls are made of sedimentary Inca stone work and illustrate the expression of architecture in pre-Columbian America. It was the center of the religion dedicated to different gods and deities: the Rainbow, Thunder, Stars, the Moon, and, of course, The Sun himself. The abducted idols of subdued tribes were kept hostage in the temple and if the tribe stepped out of line the idols were ridiculed and then destroyed.
We finalize the tour with a visit to the Cathedral. Construction of this building started in 1560 under the leadership of Inca Viracocha. It was finished in 1654 after 94 years of work. This is without any doubt, one of the most notable monuments in architecture, with the best expressions of woodcarving, silver and gold works and Cusco school paintings.
Service Included:
- Private Transportation by vehicles
- Tourist Ticket fee to visit historic sites
- Guide private, bilingual Spanish and English
Service No Included:
- Alcoholic beverages
- Extras
- Tips
- Taxes
- Additional tours
- Laundry service
- Insurance
- Air tickets
IMPORTANT:
Personal information provided to us such as; names, passport numbers, occupation and nationality, must be the same as shown on your passport. For each booking please indicate passengers’ full names, gender, age and date of birth.
Also, our staff in Cusco will be happy to help you out with the reconfirming of any domestic flights. Please ask for more information when making your reservation.