City Tour



Difficulty:
None
Length:
Half day
Brief description:
We will visit the ancient capital of the Incan empire where we will re-live the magic of this city between the tradition and history of the Incas. We will visit the Cathedral Coricancha, Q'engo, Puca Pucara, the Temple of Water and the archaeological park of Saqsay Huaman.
Itinerary
Day 1:
Pick up from your hotel at 1.00pm.
As part of the tour we first visit the exquisite architectural feats of the Coricancha Temple - Sun Temple. The Main Cathedral began it's construction in 1560, it is a marvel of religious art and is home to approximately 300 paintings from the Cusquena School.
Next we visit Saqsay Huaman, this archaeological complex is the most majestic place filled with impressive stone work, some up to 120 tonnes.
Q'engo is a religious centre dedicated to the adoration of Mother Earth.
We go to the Puca Pucara, this was used a military control centre.
Finally visiting Tambomachay, also know as Temple of Water.
Arrival back to the hotel will be around 6.00pm.
Included:
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Spanish and English speaking professional guide
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Private transport from Cusco - All sites - Cusco
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Entrance fee to all sites
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First aid kit
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Oxygen
PLEASE ALLOW 2-3 DAYS FOR ACCLIMATIZATION
Group service
$55 USD
Prices
2 pax - $86 USD
3-5 pax - $76 USD
6-8 pax - $63 USD
9+ pax - $55 USD
Private service
