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Traditional Tours in Cusco
The classic excursions every traveler should do in Cusco: Inca sites, Andean villages, colorful mountains and turquoise lakes — perfect day trips to acclimatize before Machu Picchu.
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The classic excursions every traveler should do in Cusco: Inca sites, Andean villages, colorful mountains and turquoise lakes — perfect day trips to acclimatize before Machu Picchu.
- 11tours available
- US$35starting price per person
- 1 dayDuration
- Small groupspersonalized attention
- DurationHalf day to full day
- Altitude2,900 – 5,000 m
- DepartureHotel pickup in Cusco
- Tourist ticketRequired at several sites
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Palcoyo Rainbow Mountain
🌈 The Alternative Rainbow of the Andes! 🏔️ An Easy and Accessible Trail!! Ideal for those who want to admire the colors of the Andes with less physical effort. ✨ An impressive natural show that will enchant you! 💙
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Not everyone experiences it the same way: shorter options, more intense routes and different ways to discover its landscapes. Choose the one that best fits your time, pace and budget.
Cusco
Archaeological City Tour
✨A MUST-SEE! ⏳ Experience the essence of Cusco in just a few hours! ✨ Explore the Qoricancha Temple and the impressive…
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Cusco
Sacred Valley of the Incas
DON'T MISS IT! 🎬 Landscapes, towns, and archaeological sites that will stay with you forever. ✨JUST AS UNFORGETTABLE as…
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Cusco
The Mountain of Colors Vinicunca
🌈 A rainbow in the Andes! ✨ The 2nd most visited destination in Peru! 🏔️ The hike is demanding and challenging—perfect…
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Cusco
Humantay Lake
🌿✨ Located at an altitude of 4,200 meters, among the snow-capped peaks of the Andes mountain range. Its turquoise water…
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Cusco
Maras Salt Mines, Moray and the Andean Community
✨ Three gems of the Sacred Valley of the Incas! 💎 🌸 Maras Salt Mines – Thousands of salt pits that have been in use for…
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Cusco
Pachamama Ceremony at Piuray Lagoon
🌿 Connection with Pachamama ✨ 💚 Experience an ancestral ritual of gratitude to Mother Earth, strengthening your connect…
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Cusco
Route of the Sun
🚐 From Cusco to Puno – An unforgettable journey! 🌄 Transform your trip into a unique experience, with stops at the main…
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Cusco
Poc Poc Waterfall
Hidden in the Andes! 🌞 Private and exclusive! 💎 A perfect experience for those seeking a connection with nature. 🌿 ✨ Th…
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Cusco
7 Lagoons Tour
At over 4,600 meters above sea level, you'll explore 7 LAGOONS in a single day. 💙 With hues ranging from turquoise to e…
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Cusco
South Valley
South Valley ✨ Jewels of the Southern Sacred Valley of the Incas 🌄 💧 Tipón – Inca hydraulic engineering in perfect harm…
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Cusco
Archaeological City Tour
- 1 DayDuration
- EasyDifficulty
✨A MUST-SEE! ⏳ Experience the essence of Cusco in just a few hours! ✨ Explore the Qoricancha Temple and the impressive ruins: 👉🏽 Sacsayhuamán, Qenqo, Pucapucara, and Tambomachay. ✨ History, culture, and unique landscapes come together on an UNFORGETTABLE tour of the Inca capital.
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Cusco
Sacred Valley of the Incas
- 1 DayDuration
- EasyDifficulty
DON'T MISS IT! 🎬 Landscapes, towns, and archaeological sites that will stay with you forever. ✨JUST AS UNFORGETTABLE as Machu Picchu itself! 💖
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Cusco
The Mountain of Colors Vinicunca
- 1 DayDuration
- ModerateDifficulty
🌈 A rainbow in the Andes! ✨ The 2nd most visited destination in Peru! 🏔️ The hike is demanding and challenging—perfect for those seeking adventure and a chance to push their limits! At the summit, a breathtaking view reveals colorful hillsides that form a true natural rainbow. 💙
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Cusco
Humantay Lake
- 1 DayDuration
- ModerateDifficulty
🌿✨ Located at an altitude of 4,200 meters, among the snow-capped peaks of the Andes mountain range. Its turquoise waters, fed by the melting snow of Nevado Humantay, create a spectacular display of colors that contrasts with the white of the mountains and the deep blue of the sky. 🏔️💙 It is envelop…
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Traditional Tours in Cusco travel guide
Your adventure begins before the first step: what to pack, the weather, how to get there and answers to the most frequent questions.
The essential tours in Cusco
Cusco was the capital of the Inca Empire and is surrounded by archaeological sites, living communities and some of the most spectacular landscapes of the Andes. Our traditional tours last from half a day to a full day and include hotel pickup, transport and a professional guide.
Which tour to choose
- City tour: Qoricancha, Sacsayhuamán, Q'enqo, Puka Pukara and Tambomachay — ideal for your first day.
- Sacred Valley: Pisac, Urubamba and Ollantaytambo, the heart of Inca agriculture.
- Maras and Moray: salt pans in use since pre-Inca times and circular agricultural terraces.
- Mountains and lakes: Vinicunca and Palcoyo rainbow mountains, Humantay Lake and the 7 Lagoons — higher and more demanding.
Cusco tourist ticket (boleto turístico)
Many sites in the city and the Sacred Valley require the official tourist ticket. We tell you in each tour whether it is included and help you buy it with student discounts when they apply.
Tips for day tours
- Do the lower tours first (city and Sacred Valley) and leave high mountains for the end of your stay.
- Carry layers: mornings are cold and afternoons sunny.
- Bring cash in soles for entrance fees and handicrafts.
Questions about Traditional Tours in Cusco
Which tour should I do on my first day?
The archaeological city tour or the Sacred Valley: they are lower and relaxed, perfect to acclimatize.
Is Rainbow Mountain hard?
It reaches about 5,000 m. The hike is short but demanding because of the altitude; horses are available for part of the route.
Do tours include hotel pickup?
Yes, all our traditional tours include pickup from hotels in the historic center of Cusco.
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