PERU · HALF-DAY TOURS IN CUSCO
This is the shortlist worth sending to whoever you are travelling with: 15 half-day tours in Cusco, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.
Cusco half-day tour by minivan to Sacsayhuamán, Qenqo, Puka Pukara and Tambomachay, plus optional Coricancha, with guide and transport.
“Luis was very knowledgeable about Inca history and culture. He was born and raised in Cuzco. The pacing and communication was excellent.”
Half-day tour of Qorikancha, Sacsayhuaman, Q'enqo, Puka Pukara and Tambomachay plus an alpaca sanctuary, with hotel pickup in Cusco.
“Great tour very difficult to do on your own. Very informative and friendly guide tito. Really nice driver Richard.”
Half-day Cusco city tour with hotel pickup and bilingual guides, visiting Qoricancha, Sacsayhuamán, Qenqo, Puca Pucara, Tambomachay.
“Jessica was good for all trip, deep knowledge of all places we visited. Thanks!”
Cusco half-day city tour of Inca ceremonial and military sites, plus Sacsayhuaman and Tambomachay, with optional Cathedral and Coricancha.
“We had a great introduction to Cusco with Wally! Thank You!”
Half-day Sacred Valley tour from Cusco: Chinchero weavers and dyeing, Moray terraces, and Maras salt mines, with a bilingual guide.
“From booking the tour to the end of the tour all involved went above and beyond from start to finish. Starting with being contacted by Yuri and confirming and completing all arrangements to her following up when your ended. Julio our guided was very informative and great attention to detail in English and Spanish. The driver Jesus was amazing navigating through out the day. Highly recommend…”
Half-day horseback ride from Cusco to Devil’s Balcony, with well-trained horses, panoramic views, and Inca sites. About 4 hours, $85.
“Loved it so much, the perfect activity and the guide was great! Highly recommend”
Half-day Cusco tour with Qorikancha, Sacsayhuaman, Q'enqo, Puka Pukara, Tambomachay, and an alpaca wool visit, with pickup.
“Great tour. You experience a lot in a short period of time. William, our guide, was very knowledgeable and personable. Very good value.”
Half-day Cusco tour with Cathedral, Qorikancha, Sacsayhuaman, Qenqo, Puka Pucara, and Tambomachay. Hotel pickup, small groups.
“The guide was very knowledgeable and professional. He kept us on time and allowed for bathroom breaks. The sites were wonderful. Remember to bring Sols since the entrance to the sites are not included. The llama and alpaca farm was great to see and the factory was very good quality for buying alpaca sweaters.”
Visit four Inca sites outside Cusco in one relaxed half-day loop, with prebooked entry, early crowds at Sacsayhuamán, and bilingual guiding.
“Interesting tour but don’t expect the full time at Sacsayhuaman; this will be cut short so you can “enjoy” an unscheduled stop at a textile shop #fleeced”
Half-day Sacred Valley tour from Cusco with Chinchero weaving, Moray circular terraces, and the Maras salt flats, plus guide and transport.
“visite conforme à l annonce nous avons été cherchés à l heure et récupérés comme prévu devant notre hôtel. Quelques arrêts a des boutiques touristiques ( mais avec de bons produits ). temps libre laissé sur les sites suffisant pour prendre des photos et faire le tour. Aucun problème de compréhension, la guide parlait anglais.”
Half-day Cusco Inca ruins circuit with Qoricancha, Sacsaywaman, Q'enqo, Puca Pucara and Tambomachay, bilingual guide, and views.
“We were the only 2 on the tour that spoke English. Guide tried to keep a balance with the languages. But spoke more Spanish.”
Half-day Cusco tour with Coricancha, Cathedral, Sacsayhuaman, Quenqo and Puka Pucara. Hotel pickup, guide, admissions included.
“The tour itself was interesting, educational and a great introduction to the sites around Cusco. There did seem to be a miscommunication between the operator and the tour guide concerning what was included in the tour, but our tour guide fixed it for us.”
Cusco’s highlights in one guided 7-hour loop, from the Cathedral and Qoricancha to Sacsayhuaman, Qenqo, Tambomachay, plus a craft stop.
“Overall we enjoyed the tour but it did feel rushed at times. We met in the Plaza and first toured the Cathedral. Our guide did a good job of explaining the history of the area and describing the interesting details within the church. We then met with the rest of the group and traveled by small van to several ruins outside of the city. You will need to purchase a traveler's pass ($70 soles) in addition to the tour. We visited four locations and were given a brief overview of each spot before having some time to explore on our own. I wish we had a bit more time at…”
From Cusco, a small-group half-day to Maras Salt Mines and Moray Inca terraces with expert guides and photo-friendly timing.
“Very informative and funny guide. We booked the afternoon tour and it was easily communicated and arranged. We would recommend!”
Half-day tour from Cusco to Chinchero, Moray, Maras, and Salineras, with weaving workshop, terrace farms, and salt pools. $15.
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