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CUSCO: CITY TOUR

Cusco, like no other place in Peru and perhaps in all America, is a privileged witness to the most important historical events of the Andean world. Qosqo, as it was called by the Incas, will forever be the "navel" of Tahuantinsuyo, that fabulous empire ruled by the chosen children of the Sun.

If by some trick or magic spell Cusco were to become a human being, we have no doubt that it would be an unstoppable storyteller of fantastic tales. A unique character of unfathomable age. No one knows its true age, but it is likely to be over a thousand years old.

After being a silent witness to important events for centuries, Cusco would have countless stories to share with us. And, incidentally, it would confirm the legend that it was laid out by the mythical Manco Cápac, who chose it as the symbolic center of the empire that his father, the Sun, had ordered him to found. And in his words, a certain tone of vanity and pride couldn't be hidden, and he had good reason to be, for he was the "navel" from which the roads radiated to the four suyos, the territorial divisions of the immense empire of the powerful Tahuantinsuyo. The questions would be many; the answers, not brief. We would like him to tell us about Inti Raymi, the magnificent celebration in honor of the Sun god; or the details of that Inca festival, in which the mummies of the ancestors were carried in procession.

Prosperous times for the heirs of a culture that, years later, would experience a cruel twist of fate. Misfortune would be personified in strange-looking men who came from distant lands.

Why Peru Amazon Tours?

Peru Amazon Tours is a fully local, family-owned tour operator company. Our manager has worked and works as a tour guide in Cusco, Manu National Park and Tambopata National Reserve for over 20 years, and we put all his experience at the service of the visitor. What we pride ourselves on is employing well-prepared local people, giving them the option of development.

The City Tour in the city of Cusco will allow you to know the most impressive archaeological, religious and tourist places of the imperial city of Cusco such as:

• The Cathedral of Cusco, majestic symbol of Andean religious syncretism (Inca - European).
• The Qoricancha, the lavish Inca Temple; also known as the Temple of the Sun.
• The Great Ceremonial Fortress of Sacsayhuamán, with its impressive cyclopean rock platforms.
• The Amphitheater of Qenqo, enigmatic rock headlands and labyrinthine paths.
• The Military Fortress of Puca Pucara, large terraces, stone walls and stairways.
• The Water Temple of Tambomachay, mysterious platforms and ceremonial fountains.

CIRCUIT DESCRIPTION: From 09:00 to 14:00 hrs. or from 13:00 p.m. to 18:00 hrs.

The City Tour circuit begins in the majestic Plaza de Armas of Cusco, where the ancient grandeur of the Andean culture still survives. We will visit the Basilica Cathedral of Cusco (in honor of the Virgin of the Assumption). Then, we will walk through a narrow stone street towards the largest Inca shrine, the Qoricancha temple.

After having delighted us with these extraordinary and impressive ensembles of Inca and colonial architecture. We will board our tourist bus and go to the surroundings of the imperial city of Cusco, where we will visit 04 imposing archaeological sites: Sacsayhuamán, Qenqo, Puca Pucara and Tambomachay.

THE SERVICE INCLUDES:

• Private transport
• Specialized and bilingual tour guide
• First aid kit

THE SERVICE DOES NOT INCLUDE:

• Tourist Ticket of Cusco (Foreigner: 70 soles). Visits: Sacsayhuamán, Qenqo, Puca Pucara and Tambomachay.
• Entrance ticket to the Cathedral of Cusco 25 soles.
• Entrance ticket to the Qoricancha Temple 20 soles
• Drinks such as: water, sodas, wine or beer
• Tips and souvenirs

THINGS TO BRING:

• Passport
• Camera
• Warm clothes (in case of cold fronts)
• Rain gear or raincoat (long poncho)
• Wide-brimmed hat, sunglasses and sunscreen for sunny days
• Medications and / or personal supplies
• Small backpack
• Drinking water

NOTE: We only visit the Cathedral of Cusco in a private service; in shared service, we do not visit the cathedral of Cusco; but we do visit the other 5 attractions.

THE SERVICE INCLUDES:

• Private transport
• Specialized and bilingual tour guide
• First aid kit

THE SERVICE DOES NOT INCLUDE:

• Tourist Ticket of Cusco (Foreigner: 70 soles). Visits: Sacsayhuamán, Qenqo, Puca Pucara and Tambomachay.
• Entrance ticket to the Cathedral of Cusco 25 soles.
• Entrance ticket to the Qoricancha Temple 20 soles
• Drinks such as: water, sodas, wine or beer
• Tips and souvenirs

THINGS TO BRING:

• Passport
• Camera
• Warm clothes (in case of cold fronts)
• Rain gear or raincoat (long poncho)
• Wide-brimmed hat, sunglasses and sunscreen for sunny days
• Medications and / or personal supplies
• Small backpack
• Drinking water

NOTE: We only visit the Cathedral of Cusco in a private service; in shared service, we do not visit the cathedral of Cusco; but we do visit the other 5 attractions.

Price: US$ 20.00 per person (Group service)

Ask for a PRIVATE SERVICE and enjoy the tour with time and tranquility 

CUSCO: CITY TOUR

Cusco, like no other place in Peru and perhaps in all America, is a privileged witness to the most important historical events of the Andean world. Qosqo, as it was called by the Incas, will forever be the "navel" of Tahuantinsuyo, that fabulous empire ruled by the chosen children of the Sun.

If by some trick or magic spell Cusco were to become a human being, we have no doubt that it would be an unstoppable storyteller of fantastic tales. A unique character of unfathomable age. No one knows its true age, but it is likely to be over a thousand years old.

After being a silent witness to important events for centuries, Cusco would have countless stories to share with us. And, incidentally, it would confirm the legend that it was laid out by the mythical Manco Cápac, who chose it as the symbolic center of the empire that his father, the Sun, had ordered him to found. And in his words, a certain tone of vanity and pride couldn't be hidden, and he had good reason to be, for he was the "navel" from which the roads radiated to the four suyos, the territorial divisions of the immense empire of the powerful Tahuantinsuyo. The questions would be many; the answers, not brief. We would like him to tell us about Inti Raymi, the magnificent celebration in honor of the Sun god; or the details of that Inca festival, in which the mummies of the ancestors were carried in procession.

Prosperous times for the heirs of a culture that, years later, would experience a cruel twist of fate. Misfortune would be personified in strange-looking men who came from distant lands.

Why Peru Amazon Tours?

Peru Amazon Tours is a fully local, family-owned tour operator company. Our manager has worked and works as a tour guide in Cusco, Manu National Park and Tambopata National Reserve for over 20 years, and we put all his experience at the service of the visitor. What we pride ourselves on is employing well-prepared local people, giving them the option of development.