Top Cusco Cultural Tours

Spend a day exploring the Inca citadel of Machu Picchu during this all-inclusive day trip leaving from Cusco. Discover this renowned mountaintop Inca site with a guide, learning about its construction, history, and what daily life was like for its residents. The trip’s relaxed, non-strenuous pace is a great option for first-time visitors, families, and solo travelers alike, and features three different train ride options. The trip also includes round-trip hotel transport, transfer from Cusco to Machu Picchu (via train and bus), and the site entrance fee.

Discover the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu on this 2-day tour. Visit key sites such as Pisac, Urubamba, and Ollantaytambo and discover their individual archaeological sites with your guide. Spend the night at Aguas Calientes, the village at the base of Machu Picchu, and rest up before catching the sunrise at the famous Inca citadel the next day.

Explore local Andean communities and ancient Inca ruins in the countryside outside Cusco during this horseback riding adventure. Learn about the daily rhythms of local life, observing farming techniques along with alpaca and sheep herding as you pass these tiny districts. You also discover Inca temples, soaking up the ancient energy of these spiritual sites, and visit the ‘Devil’s Balcony,’ a natural cave once used as an Inca shrine. Your horseback ride near Cusco also includes a guide, horseback riding gear, snacks and water, and round-trip transport from your hotel to the ranch.

Uncover the fascinating architecture and culture of the ancient Incas during this full-day tour covering the highlights of Peru’s Sacred Valley from Cusco. Check out the market in Pisac, stopping on Sundays to observe its famous mass. Then visit the Inca settlement at Ollantaytambo and explore the ruins of its fortress and the Temple of the Sun, a mysterious structure composed of giant 12-foot (3.5-m) stones. Your Sacred Valley tour also includes a guide, lunch, and round-trip hotel transport.

Familiarize yourself with Cusco’s history and architecture on this affordable and comprehensive tour of the city center and outskirts. Panoramic views of the city are afforded on the top deck of the double-decker bus. In addition to navigating, your guide offers little-known facts and local stories about landmarks and ruins outside the city, including Sacsayhuaman and Qenqo.

During the combo Sacred Valley day tour, you will get to know the must visit sites you have to see when you are in Cusco. Get fascinated by Pisac Market and ruins, the fascinating terraces of Moray, the salt mines of Maras, Ollantaytambo and learn about the Ancient Inca history Compared to other tours, we visit this important places that is normally made in 2 days you will have the opportunity to go back to the past and try the sacred drink of the inkas the traditional "Inca beer". In this program you can return to Cusco with your guide or to stay in Ollantaytambo so you can continue your travels to Machu picchu via train afterwards.

Begin your Peruvian vacation with comfort and convenience with a stress-free arrival airport transfer from Cusco. Skip crowded taxi lines and avoid navigating confusing public transport systems with this shared transfer from Alejandro Velasco Astete Airport to your hotel. Available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, these transfers accurately coincide with your flight and guarantee a tranquil arrival into Peru.

Our Transfer will go through your hotel in Cusco to pick you up and take you to the departure point of the Tourist bus to the Ollantaytambo train station, We travel by train from Ollantaytambo to Machupicchu Pueblo where our transfer will give you the instructions before starting the guided tour of Machu Picchu. We will have approximately 2 hours and a half to 3 hours of visit accompanied by our professional guide. The guided tour can be in English or Spanish, other languages consult prices. At the end of the tour we will have time to return to the town and enjoy food in the restaurants of Machu Picchu. At the indicated time, we will travel back to Ollantaytambo by train, and from Ollantaytambo we will travel by bus back to the city of Cusco, upon arrival at the bus station in Cusco, we will transfer you back to the hotel in Cusco (hotels in the Historic Center )

There’s no better way to experience Machu Picchu than on a private tour from Aguas Calientes. Receive undivided attention from a personal guide as you discover the history of ancient temples, terraced hills, and sacrificial sites. Capture photographs from the best vantage points, come face-to-face with resident llamas, and absorb spectacular views of the Sacred Valley from your vertiginous perch. Round-trip bus transfers and admission tickets from Aguas Calientes are included.

Discover the historical and cultural wonders of the Sacred Valley on a full-day private tour. You set the pace on this Andean adventure and can choose to distribute the available time how you please. You'll begin at Salinas de Maras and Moray, where the Incans conducted agricultural experiments. Next, climb the Temple of the Sun in the Ollantaytambo Archeological Park. Finally, explore the scenic terraces in Pisac.

Marvel at the architectural and archeological majesty of Cusco on a half-day tour of the city’s most significant sites. Accompanied by a knowledgeable guide, visit fascinating ruins of Qenqo; the sacred temples of Puca Pucara, and the ecclesiastical structure of the Cusco Cathedral. Admire exquisite architecture and gain insight into Peru’s alluring history on this enriching excursion.

Snack and sightsee on this small-group Cusco street food tour limited to 10 people or fewer. Try favorite local dishes like papas (potatoes), meats, and sweets, and even chat with the street food vendors to learn more about their goods. Between bites, learn about Cusco history as you walk around the city.

Machu Picchu, declared a cultural heritage of humanity by UNESCO, is considered one of the most important places of world interest that you have to visit in PERU, spend a full day visiting the Inca citadel of Machu Picchu during this full day trip with everything included Surround yourself with nature and immerse yourself in the fascinating mysteries that this wonderful Inca citadel encloses. Accompanied by the services of a professional guide in Machu Picchu •Full day excursion to Machu Picchu (one of the 7 wonders) from Cusco •Enjoy an extraordinary train tour that reveals excellent views of the landscapes. •Spend enough time with your professional guide in the fortress of MachuPicchu. •All entrance fees and transportation are included in your tour. •Round trip transportation without problems from your hotel in Cusco. • You will be able to know all this in a single day. Leave the details in our hands and enjoy an unforgettable experience.

Get a taste for Peru’s high-alpine scenery and ancient Inca customs during this full-day hike to Lake Humantay from Cusco. Ascend to this scenic body of water located at 13,779 feet (4,200 meters), learning about its sacred place in Inca mythology during your climb. An included buffet lunch back at base camp is an added bonus.

Embark on a thrilling outdoor adventure that combines white-water rafting with zip-lining and satisfies your need for speed. Depart Cusco for Oropesa, where you can ease your butterflies with a bite of the town's iconic bread before hitting the Vilcanota River. Tackle Class III and IV rapids and battle intense waves as you make your way downstream, enjoying the remarkable scenery of the surrounding Andes as you go. Afterward, soar through the sky on an exhilarating zip ride.

Spend two days exploring Machu Picchu and the surrounds from Cusco. Journey through the Sacred Valley and take the train to Aguas Calientes, staying overnight there to relax in the hot springs. All transportation from Cusco, guided tour of Machu Picchu, and overnight in a 3-star hotel are included for an easy Machu Picchu adventure.

Experience more of Peru’s Sacred Valley in just one day than you would on most tours during this comprehensive full-day excursion ideal for travelers with limited time in the region. Alongside a small group and local guide, visit Maras, Moray, Pisac, and Ollantaytambo in an unconventional order to avoid other tour groups and enjoy a more intimate experience.

Take the hassle out of planning your trip to Machu Picchu with this classic Inca Trail 4-day trek from Cusco. Pre-booking a tour ensures a spot on the often sold-out Inca Trail and a ticket to the UNESCO-listed Inca site, which limits daily visitors. Plus, you’ll be one of the first to enter Machu Picchu on the final day, and enjoy a guided tour with free time to explore on your own. Transfers, camping, and all meals are included.

Make the most of your limited time in Cusco on a small-group tour of the Sacred Valley. Set at a comfortable pace and in round-trip transportation, you're able to explore five historical attractions without feeling rushed. The extensive itinerary includes guided visits to archeological sites in Pisac, Ollantaytambo, Moray, and Chinchero. Lunch and a stop at the salt mines (saineras) in Maras are also included.

Moray archaeological park and the Maras salt mines rank among the top attractions outside Cusco, with a history dating back to the days of the Incas. On this tour, hit the gas and zoom through the Peruvian countryside, and explore both sites in one day—with safety kit plus pickup and drop-off at your Cusco accommodation included. With your guide to lead the way, enjoy outdoor adventure in Peru and learn how the Incas worked the land.

Take this chocolate-lovers workshop and learn how to make your very own chocolate from start to finish. Learn about the chocolate-making process with this hands-on experience beginning with the cocoa tree and finishing with your very own chocolate creations. Discover the history of cocoa in Peru and learn why it is one of the top chocolate producers in the world.

Explore a local market in Cusco, then take a workshop on Peruvian cuisine during this 4-hour culinary experience. Learn about the functions of traditional Andean kitchens and local specialties from a professional Peruvian chef. Tastings, meal, and drinks included.

Peru’s Sacred Valley lies in the Andean Highlands—a landscape of rugged mountains, open plains, and soaring cliffs—and reaching the remote sites is a challenge. Choose a morning or afternoon half-day safari, and tackle the rough ground by powerful all-terrain quad bike. With your guide to lean the way, reach historic sites including Moray and Maras with ease, enjoy sweeping views across the Peruvian countryside, and learn of life here under Incan rule.