Cusco City Tour: Qorikancha and Nearby Inca Ruins
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Cusco City Tour: Qorikancha and Nearby Inca Ruins is a 4-hour experience in Cusco, Peru, from $21 per person. It scores 57 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
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- 57 / 100
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- Duration
- 4 hours
- From
- $21 per person
Be amazed with the wonders of the city of Cusco admiring the historic center, declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. We are going to explore the most representative nearby archaeological sites around the Inca Empire. Th
What you get
- Ticket entrances (optional)
- Professional guide
- Pickup from centrally located hotels in Cusco city
About this experience
Be amazed with the wonders of the city of Cusco admiring the historic center, declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. We are going to explore the most representative nearby archaeological sites around the Inca Empire. This magical place combines a spectacular architecture, with an amazing fusion of Inca and Hispanic buildings. One of the best destinations to visit, full of cultural wealth and history, with a lot of things to do. Discover the mysteries of the city with us, one of the best tours in Cusco.
What's included
Included
- Ticket entrances (optional)
- Professional guide
- Pickup from centrally located hotels in Cusco city
Not included
- Lunch
- Gratuities
- Hotel drop off
What you'll see and do
Qorikancha
We’ll pick you up from the hotel, and start the tour visiting the Temple of Coricancha, also known as Golden Temple. This symbolic place has a clear example of the fusion between Incan and Hispanic cultures, and during the Spanish conquer, the base of the temple was used to build the Church of Santo Domingo and its famous convent.
40 minutes here · Admission included
Sacsayhuaman
The tour continues to the archaeological complex of Sacsayhuaman, an amazing place with huge carved stones which fit each other in a perfect way, and it is said that it was built by more than 20 thousand men, and took over 70 years to finish it. Located 2 Km. away from the city of Cusco, this Incan Fortress has amazing landscapes, and it houses llamas and hawks.
45 minutes here · Admission included
Puka Pukara
We will continue this entertaining excursion in the military compound of Puca Pucara, which means “Red Fortress” for its reddish infrastructure.
30 minutes here · Admission included
Q'enqo
Later, we will visit the religious temple of Qenqo, place where the Incas worshiped their Gods like the Sun, the Moon and the Earth. You will have an incredible experience exploring through its underground passageways, and admire a semicircular amphitheater.
30 minutes here · Admission included
Tambomachay
Then we will go the water’s worship center of Tambomachay, with aqueducts and waterfalls provided from nearby springs. Definitely, the Inca civilization had an advanced and surprising construction engineering. At the end, we will drop you off at Plaza El Regocijo, one block from Plaza de Armas.
30 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 30 minutes before departure.
Options you can book
City Tour with ticket entrances
Ticket entrances included: Qoricancha, Sacsayhuaman, Qenqo, Puca Pucara and Tambomachay Pickup included
City Tour without ticket entrances
Without ticket entrances: Ticket entrances are not included Pickup included
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
- Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
- Group size
- Up to 10 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Tangol
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- If you book the tour without entrance tickets included, you will have the option to purchase them during the tour. To do so, you will need to queue to buy the entrance ticket at Qoricancha and the Tourist Ticket at the first archaeological site visited. This Tourist Ticket will then be valid for the remaining archaeological sites included in the tour. Please make sure to bring cash in Peruvian soles (local currency) to purchase the tickets easily during the excursion. US dollars are not accepted.
- At the end of the tour, we will drop you off at your hotel or in Cusco's historic Main Square (Plaza de Armas), where you can continue exploring the city at your own pace.
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Good to know
- Duration
- 4 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
- Price range
- $21 to $74
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Who runs this experience
Operated by Tangol, who run 256 experiences we rank across 22 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 48.8.
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Cusco City Tour: Qorikancha and Nearby Inca Ruins: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Cusco.
How much does Cusco City Tour: Qorikancha and Nearby Inca Ruins cost?
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Prices start at $21 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 Cusco City Tour: Qorikancha and Nearby Inca Ruins take?
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Plan for about 4 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 Cusco City Tour: Qorikancha and Nearby Inca Ruins worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 57 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (0/5 across 0 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 Cusco City Tour: Qorikancha and Nearby Inca 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 Cusco City Tour: Qorikancha and Nearby Inca Ruins suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 4-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Cusco City Tour: Qorikancha and Nearby Inca Ruins?
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Around 0 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 4-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Cusco City Tour: Qorikancha and Nearby Inca 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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