Cusco: Private San Blas Neighborhood Walking Tour
ID: GYG396054-719870
Category:
Country: Peru
Duration:
02:00 hours
Description
Enjoy a private walking tour of Cusco's San Blas neighborhood and discover charming cobblestone streets, artisan crafts, and Inca masterpieces.
A tour to stretch your legs. San Blas quarter was originally used as dwellings for the Inca nobles, which built impressive stone constructions at a short distance of what used to be Huacaypata and it is the current place 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. Among its main attractions is the Church of San Blas, a temple that is a work of art of incalculable value. Your visit will be panoramic because it is in refraction. At the end of the tour, you will return to your hotel.
Highlights
- Visit the bohemian and artistic San Blas neighborhood.
- Admire its narrow and cobbled streets. In addition to its colonial houses that house many of the best workshops and art shops.
- See some of its top attractions, including San Blas Church.
- The main attraction of the church of San Blas is the pulpit that is carved from cedar with a Spanish Churrigueresque style.
- Learn about Cusco history with this activity.
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• Pick-up from hotels located at Cusco Historic Center.
• The visit to the church of San Blas will be panoramic since it is closed for maintenance.
• 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
You must keep social distance while in vehicles
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
You are required to bring and wear a mask
Masks are required while indoors
All participants who are over 12 years old must present proof of full vaccination
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 days prior to the start of the tour, in order to coordinate a pickup point.
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
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
