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The 15 most popular cusco city tours in Peru. The ones travellers rate highest, with prices, how long they take and who runs them.
Half-day Cusco tour: Sacsayhuamán, Qenqo, Puka Pukara, Tambomachay plus optional Coricancha. Expert guide value from $13.
Most Popular“Today’s city tour was great, the guide was very knowledgeable, we learned a lot, very happy with this tour, thanks.”
Cusco city tour of Qorikancha, Sacsayhuamán, Qenqo, Puka Pukara and Tambomachay. 5 hours, live guide, great Inca views.
“Nilo, our guide, was superb. He was exceedingly knowledgeable and we learned lots of interesting facts. He took time to answer all of our questions and his English was excellent. This tour gave a really comprehensive view of the historical and architectural facts and took us to areas of Cusco that we would not have…”
Hop on the Cusco open bus for a 3-hour loop past key sights, big views, and a bilingual guide—plus an Inca ceremony stop—low cost, good orientation.
“Not for me. Probably I misunderstood what it was. We spent most of the time seating in a bus and there are only two real stops. One at a place where they are trying to sell you alpaca textiles that includes an Inca ceremony using coca leaves. The other is at a view point with…”
Cusco half-day archaeology city tour with hotel pickup to Qoricancha, Sacsayhuamán, Q’enqo, Puca Pucara and Tambomachay from $29.
“The entire tour was wonderful, so much information to learn. It is just amazing to see these sites and wonder. The tour is basically bilingual, therefore the guide takes turn to accommodate us. Very knowledgeable guide. It’s a must to see this history.”
Private Cusco tour of Inca ruins and Qorikancha plus Manos de la Comunidad camelids museum. 6 hours, pickup included.
“Excellent and interesting historical sites that our guide, Johnathan Flores, explained in a very interesting way.”
Cusco highlights in 3.5 hours: San Cristóbal views, San Pedro Market, Qorikancha, and Cusco Cathedral with pickup included.
“This was a nice intro to Cusco. We got to explore different different vantage points of the city, see various chapels, learn about the prdouce at the San Pedro market, and learn about the history of what made Cusco "Cusco". We ended the tour at Plaza de Armas, which is a beautiful square with eateries,…”
Small-group Sacred Valley tour from Cusco with hotel pickup, Pisac markets, Urubamba lunch, and Inca sites like Ollantaytambo and Chinchero.
“Excellent tour, with very attentive and explaining guide. Followed the rhythm of the group and explained with all the historical detailsAuto-translated”
Small-group Cusco tour by air-conditioned van to Sacsayhuaman, Qenqo, Puca Pucara, Tambomachay, Qorikancha, and Cusco Cathedral.
“Great time! Learned a whole ton. Dress for ever changing weather! We booked it last minute and they were able to fit us into a group and it was an amazing time!”
Half-day Cusco tour with expert-guided Inca ruins and Qorikancha, plus Sacsayhuamán, Qenqo, Puka Pukara and Tambomachay.
“Fantastic Tour . Alfredo was an amazing guide switching seamlessly between English and Spanish. Very informative.”
Cusco half-day city tour with bilingual guide, Qorikancha and Sacsayhuamán stops, plus a South American camelid museum visit.
“This is really a bus tour - we saw 1 location on foot and then were bused to different sites. I think maybe they should change the name of the tour. That said, our guide was EXCELLENT - so well informed and interesting. I was happy to see all these sites”
Private half-day Cusco tour with Saqsayhuaman, Qorikancha, Q’enqo and more. Includes pickup, guide, snacks, and private transport.
“This was a fantastic way to see some of the most important Inka sights in and around Cusco! Great for families! One of the best tours we have taken!”
A five-hour Cusco half-day tour that pairs the Inca power sites with Plaza de Armas and Qorikancha, ending at Tambomachay.
“The guide, Nildo, was knowledgeable and spoke English well. He was great! There were at least 6 stops on this tour (more than I expected) so it was a lot to pack in for a half day. I loved that my group was small as well (4 total). I recommend purchasing the full tour pass…”
A small-group half-day from Cusco to four Inca sites, with early access, prebooked tickets, and A/C transport across the hills.
“Hotel pickup was prompt, and Robinson was a wonderful tour guide. He did a great job explaining the significance and history of the sites. The only thing I would change is the visit to the alpaca wool factory. I learned how to spot Alpaca wool, but did not appreciate the hard sell tactics of the…”
A private Cusco city tour that hits Plaza de Armas, Qorikancha, Sacsayhuaman, and key Inca sites around town with hotel pickup.
“Had an excellent experience with the private guided tour from TreXperience. Freddy was our guide and made the visit to a sacred valley and sites around Cusco most memorable.”
Small-group Cusco tour covering Plaza de Armas, Coricancha, Sacsayhuaman, Qenqo, Puka Pukara, and Tambomachay in 4–5 hours.
“Our family of four had an absolutely epic adventure exploring the Sacred Valley! From start to finish, everything was seamless – the van was comfortable, the itinerary was perfectly paced, and the communication with the team was responsive and helpful throughout our whole vacation.”
From the Inca heartland to the coast and the cloud forest, and every way to reach it.
