
Exquisite Culinary Journey: Cusco's Best Street Food Tour
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Exquisite Culinary Journey: Cusco's Best Street Food Tour is a 3-hour experience in Cusco, Peru, from $85 per person. It scores 46 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.
- Outty Ranking
- 46 / 100
- Rating
- Not yet rated
- Duration
- 3 hours
- From
- $85 per person
This tour stands out for its complete immersion in the gastronomy and culture of Cusco, including visits to local markets, tastings of traditional dishes, and exploration of the city's iconic landmarks.
What you get
- All food included
- Professional guide.
- All drinks included
About this experience
This tour stands out for its complete immersion in the gastronomy and culture of Cusco, including visits to local markets, tastings of traditional dishes, and exploration of the city's iconic landmarks.
What's included
Included
- All food included
- Professional guide.
- All drinks included
Not included
- Tips For guides (voluntary)
- Personal Expenses
What you'll see and do
Mercado Central de San Pedro
Immerse yourself in the vibrant epicenter of Andean culture with an exclusive, guided exploration of Cusco’s most iconic market. Led by a gastronomy-trained culinary expert, this sensory journey goes beyond the surface to reveal the rich, centuries-old culinary traditions and authentic daily food culture of the region. Wander through bustling aisles as you discover indigenous Andean ingredients, taste an array of exotic native fruits, and sample the freshest local produce. Designed for true food enthusiasts, this engaging experience offers an unparalleled window into the deep roots of Peruvian gastronomy.
60 minutes here · Admission included
Plaza de Armas Cuzco
Next, your guide will lead you through the picturesque streets of Cusco to the Plaza de Armas, where you'll try delicious Cusco tamales made from corn dough. Continuing the tour, we'll head to Santa Catalina Street, where you'll taste Picarones, a traditional Peruvian dessert similar to donuts, made from flour and pumpkin, fried and bathed in chancaca syrup.
45 minutes here · Admission included
Centro Historico De Cusco
Take a captivating walk through the heart of historic Cusco before indulging in a true Peruvian street food classic: sizzling Anticuchos. Perfectly grilled and deeply flavorful, you can choose between the traditional, fiercely loved beef heart or classic beef skewers for a mouthwatering taste of local tradition.
45 minutes here
Plaza de Armas Cuzco
We will visit a beloved local spot to indulge in a quintessential Peruvian treat: warm, golden Picarones (traditional sweet potato and squash doughnuts drizzled in a rich sugarcane syrup). You'll enjoy this sweet delight perfectly paired with our iconic national cocktail, the refreshing Pisco Sour.
60 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Cusco
We all meet at the San Pedro Market at the main door
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Plaza de Armas Cusco
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
- Luxury Machu Picchu
Know before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Good to know
- Duration
- 3 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Who runs this experience
Operated by Luxury Machu Picchu, who run 3 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 45.6.
See everything Luxury Machu Picchu runsWhy this scores 46
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Exquisite Culinary Journey: Cusco's Best Street Food Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Cusco.
How much does Exquisite Culinary Journey: Cusco's Best Street Food Tour cost?
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Prices start at $85 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 Exquisite Culinary Journey: Cusco's Best Street Food Tour 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 Exquisite Culinary Journey: Cusco's Best Street Food Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 46 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 Exquisite Culinary Journey: Cusco's Best Street Food Tour?
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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 Exquisite Culinary Journey: Cusco's Best Street Food Tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 3-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Exquisite Culinary Journey: Cusco's Best Street Food Tour?
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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 3-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Exquisite Culinary Journey: Cusco's Best Street Food Tour 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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