Upon your arrival at Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport in Cusco, our transportation service and a representative will escort you to your selected hotel. Domestic flight from Lima to Cusco must arrive no later than 10:30 hrs. Noon arrivals are too late. The rest of the afternoon is free; alternatively, you can book one of our optional tours. In the evening enjoy a three-course dinner at Pachapapa, a restaurant renowned for its authentic Andean cuisine and its distinctive Cusco-style picantería atmosphere The rest of the afternoon is free for you to explore this vibrant city.
Half-Day South Valley Tour: Tipón, Pikillaqta, and Andahuaylillas (private basis):
A unique tour that includes visits to the most important attractions between Cusco and Puno. Being the first to explore breathtaking archeological sites Tipón and its impressive rural colonial mansion where the Incas constructed an impressive irrigation system in harmony with nature that is still perceived by the surrounding population. In Pikillacta, the best-preserved pre-Inca cities we´ll follow the remains of the Wari culture, the ancestor of the Incas, and in the beautiful Church of Andahuaylillas, also called "The Sistine Chapel of America” we´ll see the Wari´s marvelous original pipe organ. Take the most advantage of our tour and enjoy a day away from the hustle and bustle of the city.
Notes: Private service. Start time: 13:00 hours. Duration 4.5 hours. Includes Pick-up and Drop-off, Bilingual guide (Spanish and English), Admission to Andahuaylillas and BTC (Cusco tourist ticket).
Cusco City tour and nearby Archaeological sites (private basis):
Catch a glimpse of the charming city of Cusco during our Cusco city tour and visit this old capital of the Inca Empire and its nearby archeological sites. With our guide you start with a visit to Santo Domingo Convent, a large Renaissance-baroque complex and one of the most important temples dedicated to worshipping of the sun, then, visit the Cathedral, the most imposing monument of the Main Square. Head to the hills above Cusco to visit the remains of the fortress of Sacsayhuaman, whose imposing ramparts offer a stunning panoramic view of Cusco, and the ruins of the temple and amphitheater of Qenqo, where it is believed the Incas practiced agricultural rituals. Admire Qenqo and then, to wrap up our tour, visit Puka Pukara (‘Red fortress’ in Quechua) an Inca military complex located on a prominent hill. Afterward, return to your hotel.
Notes: Private service. Start time: 13:00 hours. Duration 5 hours. Includes Pick-up and Drop-off, Bilingual guide (Spanish and English), Admission to Coricancha, Cusco Cathedral, and BTC (Cusco tourist ticket).
Overnight in Cusco.