1-Day Cusco Archaeological Tour with Qoricancha and Sacsayhuamán
About This Tour
Explore Cusco and its remarkable archaeological heritage on a full-day tour of Qoricancha, Sacsayhuamán, Quenqo, Puka Pukara, and Tambomachay. Discover the magn...
Duration: 1 Day · Tour type: Shared · Activity level: Easy · Accommodation: Not included · Transport: Included · Wheelchair access: No · City: Cusco · Languages: English, Spanish
About Cusco
Cusco
Incan treasures burst from the streets of Cusco, while local local guides launch expeditions to the iconic trails of Machu Picchu and Peruvian Andes. Put simply: this one’s not to be missed!
What's Included
- Tourist transport
- Professional bilingual guide
- Tickets to all the places you visit
Not Included
- Snack
- Lunch
Itinerary
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1Day 01
Historical Tour of Cusco's Archaeological Sites
12:30 PM: Pick-up from the Main Plaza. We will visit the following places:Qoricancha (Temple of the Sun): This site displays the magnificence of Quechua culture and was one of the main sacred temples dedicated to the worship of their deities.Sacsayhuamán: A ceremonial centre showcasing the challenging and dedicated construction work linked to the cult of Lightning (Illapa) and fertility (Llama), with blocks exceeding 120 tons.Quenqo: A centre dedicated to the cult of Pachamama and the observation of solstices, which were crucial for predicting harvest times and seedtime.Puka Pukara: A control point on the trails leading to Antisuyo, the path to the jungle during Inca times.Tambomachay: A centre dedicated to the worship of water, featuring finely carved natural rock water sources. It is also considered a resting place for travellers from other regions. 12:30 PM: Pick-up from the Main Plaza. We will visit the following places: Qoricancha (Temple of the Sun): This site displays the magnificence of Quechua culture and was one of the main sacred temples dedicated to the worship of their deities. Qoricancha (Temple of the Sun): This site displays the magnificence of Quechua culture and was one of the main sacred temples dedicated to the worship of their deities. Sacsayhuamán: A ceremonial centre showcasing the challenging and dedicated construction work linked to the cult of Lightning (Illapa) and fertility (Llama), with blocks exceeding 120 tons. Sacsayhuamán: A ceremonial centre showcasing the challenging and dedicated construction work linked to the cult of Lightning (Illapa) and fertility (Llama), with blocks exceeding 120 tons. Quenqo: A centre dedicated to the cult of Pachamama and the observation of solstices, which were crucial for predicting harvest times and seedtime. Quenqo: A centre dedicated to the cult of Pachamama and the observation of solstices, which were crucial for predicting harvest times and seedtime. Puka Pukara: A control point on the trails leading to Antisuyo, the path to the jungle during Inca times. Puka Pukara: A control point on the trails leading to Antisuyo, the path to the jungle during Inca times. Tambomachay: A centre dedicated to the worship of water, featuring finely carved natural rock water sources. It is also considered a resting place for travellers from other regions. Tambomachay: A centre dedicated to the worship of water, featuring finely carved natural rock water sources. It is also considered a resting place for travellers from other regions.
Meeting Point
Meeting point: Cusco, Perú · Tour start: Santo Domingo s/n, Cusco 08000, Peru — Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
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