Private Tour in Cusco City Tourist Tickets Included

Pickup service is included from all hotels in Cusco's historic center.

If your accommodation is located outside the city center, we will coordinate a nearby meeting point (Plaza de Armas, Cusco).

Please be ready in your hotel lobby 10 minutes before the scheduled departure time.

Please provide the name and exact address of your hotel when booking to coordinate pickup.

Our adventure begins in the historic heart of Cusco. If your accommodation is located in the city center, we will pick you up directly in your lobby. For hotels outside the city center, we will coordinate a nearby and iconic meeting point: the Plaza de Armas, the ancient Inca Huacaypata. From this point, where colonial history rises above Inca foundations, we will begin our tour. Your expert Machu Picchu Exploration guide will be waiting for you with a sign with your name on it and will welcome you to the city.

At Qorikancha, considered the most sacred temple of the Inca Empire, travelers will discover the majesty of Inca architecture combined with colonial influence. They will walk alongside perfectly carved stone walls that still stand strong after centuries, explore the enclosures dedicated to the sun, moon, and stars, and understand how the Incas worshipped nature deities. With expert guidance, they will appreciate the impressive cultural fusion with the Santo Domingo Convent, built on the foundations of the ancient temple, offering a unique historical experience. This is a must-see place to experience the energy of Cusco and understand the Andean worldview.

From Qoricancha, we will head to the impressive ceremonial fortress of Sacsayhuamán, one of the grandest examples of Inca architecture.

Prepare to marvel at its megalithic walls, built with stone blocks that fit together with incredible precision. The size and placement of these stones (some weighing several tons) remain a mystery of ancient engineering. We will explore this ceremonial site, which not only served as a fortress but is also believed to have represented the head of the puma, the symbol of the city of Cusco.

In addition to its historical value, Sacsayhuamán offers an unparalleled panoramic view of the city of Cusco and the surrounding valley. It is the perfect place to capture the immensity of the Andes and the beauty of the Inca capital during your trip to Cusco.

Our itinerary proceeds to the enigmatic site of Q'enqo (Quechua for 'labyrinth'). This is one of the most fascinating stops on your Cusco travel, featuring a massive, naturally formed limestone rock intricately carved with zigzag channels and symbolic figures.

The core of the site is its mysterious subterranean chamber—a natural cave that the Incas meticulously shaped into a ceremonial altar. We will explore this space, which is believed to have been used for significant Inca rituals, astronomical observations, and perhaps even mummification ceremonies. Exploring Q'enqo with your Machu Picchu Exploration guide offers crucial insight into the spiritual and ceremonial side of the Inca Empire.

Our journey continues to the historically strategic site of Puca Pucara. Known as the "Red Fortress," this location served as a crucial Inca military outpost and administrative checkpoint, controlling all entry and exit points to the sacred capital of Cusco.

The name Puca Pucara literally translates to "Red Fort," referring to the reddish color of the stone and earth that becomes particularly vibrant during the late afternoon sun. Here, you'll explore the remains of walls, terraces, and inner courtyards, gaining insight into the Inca's systematic organization for defense and for managing the flow of people and resources on their Cusco travel.

Our final stop is the remarkable site of Tambomachay, known fittingly as the "Temple of Water." This beautiful, tranquil site highlights the Incas' deep spiritual reverence for water, which they considered a sacred source of life.

Here, you will witness the stunning hydraulic engineering firsthand. Ceremonial fountains, channels, and aqueducts carved into the rock face continue to flow with pristine, filtered water centuries after their construction. It’s an inspiring testament to Inca precision and their sustainable relationship with the natural world, offering a moment of reflection before returning to the city of Cusco after your comprehensive full day tour from Cusco.

Our captivating full day tour from Cusco concludes as we return to the vibrant heart of the city. We offer you flexible drop-off options: either directly at your hotel (within the city center area) for well-deserved rest and acclimation, or at the beautiful Plaza de Armas.

From the Plaza, you are perfectly positioned to continue your independent Cusco travel. We encourage you to enjoy dinner, explore the nearby artisan neighborhood of San Blas, or simply reflect on the incredible history and engineering of the Inca Empire you explored today.