Explore the city of Cusco learning more about peruvian food

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ID: GYG513806-900595
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Country: Peru

Duration: 04:00 hours


Description

"Discover the heart of the Inca Empire on our Cusco city tour." "Discover the secrets of this World Heritage Site." "Experience the magic of Cusco on our guided city tour."
The city tour starts with the pick up from your hotel in the afternoon from 1.00 PM then we visit the following tourist sites.
(Optional) The Cathedral of Cusco - The first point of visit is the Cathedral of Cusco also known as the Church of the Holy Family.
After having visited the most relevant ruins that the city of Cusco offers, we go to the great temple of the sun, known as the Qoricancha or Recinto de Oro. The Qoricancha is located in the city of Cusco, a few meters from the main square. This marvelous temple is considered one of the most sacred and impressive constructions that the Inca lords had. It is said that the temple housed a select group of Inca priests, in charge of worshipping the moon and the sun god. It is said that when the conquistadors arrived at Qoricancha, the walls were covered with solid gold, and there were so many ornaments and jewels made of gold, that it took them weeks to melt all the gold to send it to Spain.
Then we go to the ruins of Sacsayhuaman, imposing Inca construction, located north of the city. Sacsayhuaman is one of the most significant archaeological legacies of the city of Cusco, due to its enormous construction, composed of huge blocks of stone. It is said that the construction of Sacsayhuaman took more than 50 years and more than 20,000 men were used in the construction. Later we will continue our tour and head to the ruins of Q'enqo, cold caves carved by the Incas where you can see a small altar where it is believed the Incas mummified their dead. Then we will visit the ruins of Tambomachay, a beautiful place where water emerges from a hill to some fountains built by the Incas, it is said that the Inca emperor came here to take his baths and to perform religious cults to the water. Finally. End of the excursion

Highlights

  • Visit to Sacsayhuaman
  • Qorikancha Temple
  • Cathedral of Cusco

Guiding languages

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

The instructor will pick you up to join you with the other people.
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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

Cancellation is not possible. If you cancel it anyway or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity and the money you paid will not be refunded.