
Cusco Open Top Bus Tour: City Highlights & Inca Archaeological
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4.3/5
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Is Cusco Open Top Bus Tour: City Highlights & Inca Archaeological worth booking?
Cusco Open Top Bus Tour: City Highlights & Inca Archaeological is a 3-hour experience in Cusco, Peru, from $14 per person. It scores 66 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.3/5 rating across 243 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 66 / 100
- Rating
- 4.3/5 (243)
- Duration
- 3 hours
- From
- $14 per person
This Cusco SightSeeing is one of the best things to do in Cusco while you are acclimatizing. We have carefully curated the itinerary to give you the best orientation of the city and tradition. This tour takes you to all
What you get
- Transport
- Bi-lingual guide
About this experience
This Cusco SightSeeing is one of the best things to do in Cusco while you are acclimatizing. We have carefully curated the itinerary to give you the best orientation of the city and tradition. This tour takes you to all the major highlights in and around Cusco. We start the tour by driving around the historic center of Cusco. You can sit back and enjoy the sights while bi-lingual guide would explain the prominence of each landmark within the city. We will be later driving through the prime archaeological site like Sacsayhuaman, ceremony to mother earth.
What's included
Included
- Transport
- Bi-lingual guide
Not included
- Meals and Beverages.
- Any Private Expenses.
- Gratuities (Optional)
What you'll see and do
Plaza de Armas
We will be introducing you to the culture and history of Cusco at the prime location, Plaza de Armas. Our guide will be giving you a brief introduction.
10 minutes here
We will be boarding our open bus here.
Pass by without stopping
Sacsayhuaman
We will have a brief stop here. Staying onboard the bus, you will be relishing a panoramic view of this iconic Inca fortress that holds age-old history. Our local expert will be sharing insights on this.
Pass by without stopping
Statue of Christ
This iconic landmark offers staggering view of the Cusco city. Accompanied by local guide, we will be visiting the statue of christ which holds a historic importance. You will have time to take a walk, relish the views and click photos.
10 minutes here · Admission included
La Paccha
We will then drive through Paccha, an important centre in Cusco city.
Pass by without stopping
Great Mural Of Cusco
We will then drive along the Great Mural of Cusco where you will get to see a massive paintings which depicts the history of Incas and Spanish conquest.
Pass by without stopping
Qorikancha
Another notable site, this iconic site was the most sacred place to the Incas. As we will be driving through the temple, our local guide will explain its prominence and how the Spanish conquistadors demolished the Incan temple and built a church maintaining its base.
Pass by without stopping
After an immersive experience, we will be leaving you at Calle Saphy (a couple of blocks from the main square) with memories to cherish forever.
10 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Cusco
Very close to the main square. Important: enter the premises, to change the ticket.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
This street is located 2 blocks from the Cusco 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 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Cusco Open Tour
Know before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- 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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Good to know
- Duration
- 3 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
- 85
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 66
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Cusco Open Top Bus Tour: City Highlights & Inca Archaeological: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Cusco.
How much does Cusco Open Top Bus Tour: City Highlights & Inca Archaeological cost?
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Prices start at $14 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 Open Top Bus Tour: City Highlights & Inca Archaeological take?
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Plan for about 3 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 Open Top Bus Tour: City Highlights & Inca Archaeological worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 66 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.3/5 across 243 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 Open Top Bus Tour: City Highlights & Inca Archaeological?
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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 Open Top Bus Tour: City Highlights & Inca Archaeological 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 3-hour running time when deciding.
How far in advance should I book Cusco Open Top Bus Tour: City Highlights & Inca Archaeological?
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Around 85 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 3-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Cusco Open Top Bus Tour: City Highlights & Inca Archaeological 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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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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