Walking Tour in Cusco – Perú
Walking Tour in Cusco – Perú
from $ USD
Walking Tour in Cusco – Perú
This is a half day tour. The city of Cusco is rich in Inca and colonial history and still celebrates the roots of each culture. The people of Cusco have blended Inca and Spanish tradition, religion, food and culture in fascinating ways. Cuzco’s local art, both past and present, is beautiful to behold and the current art is surprisingly modern and avant-garde. The local San Pedro market is a feast for the eyes and includes everything from meat, flowers, fruits, vegetables, prepared foods, juices and local handicrafts. A true cultural experience, this tour will provide you with a deeper understanding of Cusco’s history and current customs.
Min 2 Persons
Easy
Walking through the city you will find colonial buildings erected on the stone foundations of Inca temples and churches or convents scattered around the Temple of the Sun. All around you are palpable reminders of Cuzco’s rich past and vibrant present. For those who wish to gain a comprehensive view of Peruvian history and culture, the Cuzco walking tour is perfect.
On this day tour you will visit the highlights of the Inca era to get to know Cuzco from the ground up. Start at the vibrant local market of San Pedro. Enjoy a picnic around incredible scenery and then walk back to Cusco, learning about the history and culture along the way.
Highlights
- Experienced guide
- Free tour
- Get to know the best of the city of Cusco
- Flexibility
Trip Details
- Duration: 3 hours
- Depart: From Cusco
- Difficulty: Easy
- Destination: Cusco Plaza de Aramas, San Pedro Market, Qoricancha
- Type: Walking
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Cusco Walking tour Itinerary
San Pedro Market
Begin your historic tour of Cusco with a visit to the San Pedro market, which at an altitude of 3,400 m, is one of the highest in the world. Now that’s starting your morning on top of the world.
Learn about the history of the market as you explore rows of local produce, colorful fabrics, flower vendors, shaman stalls and noisy juice makers in the company of an English-speaking guide. You will have the opportunity to sample some local words and buy snacks for later. Be prepared for some entertaining local interaction.
Artisan Market
Located at the end of Avenida El Sol, Cuzco’s main avenue, the Mercado Artesanal is a tourist’s shopping paradise. Home to everything from alpacas and jewelry to the ceiling, be sure to visit before you go and stock up on all those Peruvian gifts.
Qoricancha
We will visit the Temple of the Sun or Qoricancha, an important construction during the Inka era, built in honor of the Sun God.
Cristo Blanco
Then, we will go by private transportation for a short 20-minute ride to the statue of the White Christ, where we will stop for our delicious picnic of Peruvian snacks and enjoy the beautiful panoramic views of the city of Cusco.
Panoramic views of the Cusco cityscape.
Included
- Round-trip transportation (tourist bus)
- English-speaking tour guide
No Included
- Entrance fee for Qoricancha
- Optional tourist ticket
What to Bring
- Sun protection: sunscreen (factor 35+ recommended), sun hat, sunglasses
- Waterproof jacket/rain poncho
- Water
- Camera with extra batteries
Optional Services
Travel Guide
Cusco is a city in southeastern Peru, located in the Andes mountain range. It was once the capital of the Inca Empire and is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Cusco is a popular destination for tourists who come to explore the city’s history, architecture, and culture.
Some of the popular attractions in Cusco include:
- Machu Picchu: This ancient Inca city is located on a mountain ridge above the Sacred Valley. It is one of the most famous archaeological sites in the world and attracts millions of visitors every year.
- Sacsayhuaman: This Inca fortress is located just outside of Cusco and features massive stone walls that were built without mortar.
- Plaza de Armas: This central square in Cusco is surrounded by historic buildings, including the Cathedral of Santo Domingo and the Church of La Compañía de Jesús.
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