4-Hour City Tour of Cusco Including Four Ruins
Traveler rating
4.6/5
Based on 26 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is 4-Hour City Tour of Cusco Including Four Ruins worth booking?
4-Hour City Tour of Cusco Including Four Ruins is a 5-hour experience in Cusco, Peru, from $98 per person. It scores 56 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 4.6/5 rating across 26 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 56 / 100
- Rating
- 4.6/5 (26)
- Duration
- 5 hours
- From
- $98 per person
The city tours is one of the best options to start our visit to the Imperial City of Cusco as it allows you to know the archaeological sites closer to the City and would give you enough time to acclimatise to the height
What you get
- Transport
- Bi-lingual guide
About this experience
The city tours is one of the best options to start our visit to the Imperial City of Cusco as it allows you to know the archaeological sites closer to the City and would give you enough time to acclimatise to the height of this City.
What's included
Included
- Transport
- Bi-lingual guide
Not included
- Food and Beverages
- Entrance fees
What you'll see and do
Sacsayhuaman
The name Sacsaywaman or Sacsayhuamán is derived from two Quechua words: “Sacsay,” which means satiate and “wamán," which means hawk; together they mean “eat your fill, hawk.” This puzzling meaning is a reference to the fact that the birds were divine protectors of the Incas and the military battalions. t is believed that around 20,000 men worked to cut and transport gigantic stones from Huaqoto and Rumiqolqa and build this ceremonial Inca fortress. Sacsayhuamán is an architectural work with megalithic walls made of stones than can weigh from 99 to 138 tons. The stones are different sizes and some have more than one hundred angles, each fitted and joined to the other with no mortar of any kind.
60 minutes here · Admission not included
Q'enqo
What is left today of Q´enqo archeological complex are carved rocks that couldn´t be destroyed by the Spanish; there is little left of the paths and aqueducts, as well as of the enclosures, the deposits or the liturgical baths, besides the great layer of gold that illuminated the whole place. Q´enqo was possibly used by the Incas as a worship center; its passages, that resemble a labyrinth, have in their flanks several channels in the form of Amarus (snakes), through which ran the blood of animal sacrifices- that were usually the most beautiful and unique; maybe this was the reason that the black animals were the chosen ones. Some chroniclers like Juan de Betanzos describe it as “a savage act committed by the Incas to sacrifice not only animals, but also newborns that possessed special beauty; according to the Incas, these beings were born beautiful in order to join the gods”. Q´enqo has a sacrifice room in one of its underground chambers, where a large rock stands out, that according to chroniclers, was covered in gold. In the upper part of the chamber you can see a hole, which was exactly above the said rock. The light of the moon penetrated through this hole, radiating through the golden layer, illuminating the whole place. Some historians claimed that in Q´enqo lies the tomb of the Inca Pachacuteq, the most important of all.
60 minutes here · Admission not included
Tambomachay
At 12,350 feet above sea level, the architecture of this Inca bath consists of a group of structures built with precisely cut stones. Water from nearby streams runs through the site in aqueducts and small cascades. Tambomachay was linked to the veneration of water, an important element in the Andean world view. For that reason, it has two aqueducts with artistic engravings in the rock that transport and supply a constant flow of clean water all year round. Its name, which means "place of rest," leads experts to believe the Inca came to this bath to rest. Today it is one of the best hiking routes because it offers tourists an adventure amid fascinating natural scenery.
60 minutes here · Admission not included
Puka Pukara
The complex holds numerous halls, inner plazas, aqueducts, watchtowers and paths. Its role would have been a “tambo” or a place of rest and lodging. According to legend, each time the Inca visited Tambomachay, he was accompanied by a large retinue that stayed in Puka Pukara. Its fortified appearance led to it being called a fortress.
30 minutes here · Admission not included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Cusco
We will meet all travellers at our office in 324 - Calle Plateros (a block from Plaza De Armas - Main Square).
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
We will meet all travellers at our office in 324 - Calle Plateros (a block from Plaza De Armas - Main Square).
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 9 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Heidi Travel EIRL
Know before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 26 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
6 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
6 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Photo opportunities
2 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Value for money
2 mentionsTravelers feel they got more than they paid for.
Traveler reviews
26 verified traveler reviews for 4-Hour City Tour of Cusco Including Four Ruins. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Must do in Cusco
AMAZING! Great guide and driver - 5 stops on half day tour, breathtaking! Guide Miguel was super friendly and very informative!
via Viator
Not worth the time or money.
The tour was meh. The first place we went was Sasqawaman, and that was worth going to. However, you can walk there from downtown Cusco in about 30 minutes or take a cab for ten soles. The rest of the places we went to were very small, very fast, and generally not worth the trip. I like history and archeology, so I enjoy this kind of stuff, but I do not recommend this tour. Instead, walk it get a taxi to Sasqawaman, then read up on the other four sites that will be listed on your entry ticket (70 soles) and see if you want to go there. They are all with close. The biggest downside to this tour was that it ended after stopping at the most expensive alpaca clothing shop in the area, in a small nearby town. This was just an effort to convince us that only these guys have genuine alpaca and so the rest of the stuff anywhere rose was fake, so you need to buy from them. Not recommended.
via Tripadvisor
Great local tour
We had such a great time on this tour. We were able to experience Cusco through the eyes of the Incas. We were able to ask questions, and have fun with our other your participants. Vida was great and super knowledgeable.
via Viator
It was decent
It was okay, not much organized. The pick up was late hence we did not have chance to go into the last ruin.
Response from the operator: I have just checked my reservation system and I have not had any tours of this type in this period, please, normally we always talk directly with the passenger and I have no complaints so far, since the tour is a group tour, and we take care of every detail personally, to take care of our reputation.
via Viator
WORTH IT A THOUSAND TIMES
Definitely recommend this one the guide was professional and nice the explanation the history very and I recommend you buy the full ruins card and you stay there more than 3 days to fo all of them !!!
Response from the operator: Gracia a Dios, que hayan disfrutado de sus tours y poder ayudarlos en todo, yo soy mas feliz de realizar un trabajo con exelencia. que Dios les Bendiga Mucho
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- 1+
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 9
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 56
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4-Hour City Tour of Cusco Including Four Ruins: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Cusco.
How much does 4-Hour City Tour of Cusco Including Four Ruins cost?
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Prices start at $98 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Cusco usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does 4-Hour City Tour of Cusco Including Four Ruins take?
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Plan for about 5 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Cusco is not rushed.
Is 4-Hour City Tour of Cusco Including Four Ruins worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 56 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.6/5 across 26 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Cusco, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule 4-Hour City Tour of Cusco Including Four Ruins?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is 4-Hour City Tour of Cusco Including Four Ruins suitable for kids and families?
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The operator sets a minimum age of 1. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 5-hour running time when deciding.
How far in advance should I book 4-Hour City Tour of Cusco Including Four Ruins?
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Around 9 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Cusco can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Cusco and add a light layer if any part of the 5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does 4-Hour City Tour of Cusco Including Four Ruins start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Cusco within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Cusco?
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On Outty we rank every Cusco experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Sacred Valley Full Day Tour, Peruvian Cooking Class Cocktails and Market Tour in Cusco, Cusco: Rainbow Mountain & Red Valley Premium Day Trip with Meals. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Cusco?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Cusco?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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