Half-Day Private tour to Sacsayhuaman, Qenqo, Puca-Pucara and Tambomachay
Description
You will start the tour at the Sacsayhuamán fortress, one of the emblematic Inca constructions. It is a huge fortress made of very large stones. You will then go to Qenqo, located four kilometers away from Cusco city, which is a mainly religious archaeological complex where it is believed that propitiatory agricultural rituals were carried out. You will continue to Puka Pukara, located seven kilometers away from Cusco. Puka Pukara, which means red fortress, was an architectural complex presumably used for military purposes; it has many rooms, squares, bathrooms, aqueducts, walls and towers, and it is believed that the Incas entourage used it while he rested at Tambomachay. Next, you will explore the fountains of Tambomachay, a construction that has fine stone finishings and high command of hydraulic engineering, with aqueducts that continue supplying clear water to this place. Also known as the Inca Bath, Tambomachay was probably the leisure place for the Inca and his entourage.
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Itinerary
Sacsayhuamán is one of the most incredible buildings in the world. It began to be built during the Inca Pachacutec government in the XV century. Approximately more than 20 thousand men extracted the stones from the nearby quarries and transferred them 20 kilometers to the hill in the city of Cusco.
A religious archaeological compound founded on natural rock formations where it is believed that agricultural rituals were carried out. Your guide also informs you about the sacrifices and mummifications that are thought to have taken place here.
An ancient garrison that was presumably used for military purposes. Wander through its many rooms, open squares, terraces, and towers, where it sits in the jungle on high ground overlooking the Cusco valley.
Tambomachay is located 7 km from the city of Cusco. It has an amazing underground hydraulic system since the Inca civilization venerated water as a deity.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
Pick-up from hotels located at Cusco Historic Center.
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Important Information
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- It is important to inform us the name of the hotel where you are staying to coordinate your activity
- Children must be accompanied by an adult.
- Rates do not apply for Peruvians or foreign passengers whose stay exceeded 60 days in Peru because sales taxes are not included in the above total and, if applicable, will be collected by the local operator.
- To visit the 4 archaeological sites (Sacsayhuaman, Qenqo, Puka Pukara & Tambomachay) it is important that you acquire your Cusco Tourist Ticket (BTC)
Reviews(2)
Wonderful tour through Cusco! Our guide was fantastic and made our time together memorable as we explored the city. She was flexible and took initiative to give suggestions that made our afternoon fun and full of wonderful experiences that we may have otherwise missed. Overall, I would highly recommend!
Dear Alexis, thank you for sharing your wonderful feedback! We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed your private tour through Cusco and that your guide helped make the experience so memorable. It’s great to know her flexibility and initiative added special moments to your afternoon and allowed you to discover experiences you might have otherwise missed. Thank you for your recommendation—we truly appreciate it and hope to welcome you again for more unforgettable journeys in Peru.
Wonderful half day tour of the archeological sites surrounding Cusco. Martin was nolagable and entertaining thought the tour.
Dear Thomas, thank you for your feedback! We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed this half-day tour around Cusco and that Martín’s knowledge and entertaining style made the experience even more enjoyable. We truly appreciate your comments and hope to welcome you again on another tour in Peru.
