Cusco City: Private Half-Day Tour in Cusco City
ID: GYG394482-716920
Category:
Country: Peru
Duration:
03:30 hours
Description
This tour offers a glimpse into how great the capital of the Incas once was. Unearth the riches of the Inca Empire with this fascinating tour.
You will start in Coricancha, the "Temple of the Sun", its construction was ordered by Inca Pachacutec (1438-1471) and was used as base for the construction of the Santo Domingo Convent upon the arrival of the Spaniards. Its walls were covered with gold sheets and its courtyards were planted with golden corn and life-size llamas.
You will then go to the Cathedral (1560 - 1654), one of the most splendid Spanish colonial churches in America, which is shaped as a Latin Cross and houses about 400 colonial paintings from the Cusco art school, and impressive goldsmith, silversmith and precious stones works.
Finally, you will be transfer to San Blas, which built impressive stone constructions at a short distance of the Main Square. It is still possible to see the unmistakable rigor of the Inca walls at the base of many constructions. Today the quarter is a conglomerate of charming small cobblestone streets that are very popular among craftspeople, who sell their works on the street.
Highlights
- Marvel at the Coricancha religious complex
- Unearth the riches of the Inca Empire with this tour
- Relax in the main square of Cusco, surrounded by the Cathedral, La Compañía de Jesus, shops, and restaurants
- Visit the bohemian and artistic San Blas neighborhood
- Learn about the history and culture of Cusco city
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• Pickup is available from hotels located at Cusco Historic Center
• Children must be accompanied by an adult
• Not wheelchair accessible
• Infants must sit on laps
• Gratuity is not included
• Rates do not apply for Peruvians or foreign passengers whose stay exceeded 60 days in Peru because sales taxes are not included in the above total and, if applicable, will be collected by the local operator
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
Masks are required while indoors
In addition to proof of vaccination, all participants who are over 18 years old must present a government-issued photo ID (e.g. driver’s license, passport, etc)
• Pick-up from hotels located at Cusco Historic Center.
• This activity does not include the pick up from private residences (Airbnb). If you stay in them, please contact us to coordinate a meeting point for the pick-up.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
Cancellation is not possible. If you cancel it anyway or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity and the money you paid will not be refunded.