Cusco Walking Tour

Explore the city with our Cusco Walking Tour and uncover the hidden gems of this magical destination. Our guide will lead you through its most iconic historical sites, monuments, plazas, and charming narrow streets full of original Inca walls, while sharing fascinating insights into the city’s culture and history. Enjoy the beauty of Cusco on this tour and discover the highlights of this unique city. 

Explore Cusco on foot and enjoy a truly unforgettable experience.

INCLUDES:

• Transportation to Cristo Blanco.
• Guide (English – Spanish).
• Ongoing assistance.

NOT INCLUDED:

• Hotel in Cusco.
• Meals.
• Other services not mentioned.

RECOMMENDATIONS:

• Bring sunscreen, sunglasses, and a hat.
• Bring warm clothing, as the weather can change quickly.
• Keep an eye on your personal belongings.
• Bring comfortable shoes for walking.

The Cusco Walking Tour gives you the chance to explore the City of the Incas in a unique way, with different departure times available to fit your schedule and preferences.

To begin this tour of Cusco, we will pick you up from your hotel and take you on a 20-minute drive to Cristo Blanco, located on El Calvario Hill, also known as Pukamuqu Hill. This statue of Christ was gifted to the people of Cusco by the Palestinian Arab community as a token of gratitude. From this point, you will enjoy a panoramic view of the city and an impressive landscape of Cusco, which is said to be shaped like a puma. We will then start our walk, passing near the archaeological remains of Sacsayhuamán.

As we make our way down, we will reach the San Cristóbal viewpoint, where the qolqas are located. We will walk through the picturesque streets of some of Cusco’s oldest and most traditional neighborhoods and visit the Colonial Aqueduct of Sapantiana. The name is believed to come from the Quechua words Sapan, meaning unique, and Tiana, meaning seat. Located at 3,500 meters above sea level over the P’ujru River, this colonial hydraulic structure was built on four levels of arches, likely incorporating stone elements from the sacred huaca of Sapantiana, located just a few meters away. It was used to channel water from one hillside to another. This is a perfect spot to take plenty of photos, and we will also enjoy the lovely views along Siete Borreguitos Street with its colorful and charming surroundings.

Our next stop will be the artisan neighborhood of San Blas, also known as T’oqokachi, a Quechua name that means “Salt Cave.” This is a traditional and picturesque area where the San Blas Church is located, and where many artisans live and work in their workshops and craft shops. The neighborhood is full of cafés, restaurants, museums, and art galleries. We will walk along its narrow, steep streets lined with old houses built by the Spanish on top of important Inca foundations. We will also stop at the famous Twelve-Angled Stone for photos.

We will continue our walk toward Cusco’s Main Square, which during the Inca period was known as Auccay Pata, meaning “the most important place.” It was once a large square measuring about 250 meters long by 120 meters wide, divided into large open spaces and important Inca enclosures. This site was the origin of Qosqo (Cusco) as a city. It served as a place for the exchange of goods, ideas, concepts, traditions, and customs, becoming the political and economic center before the arrival of the Spanish in 1533.

You will learn the names of the streets and the arcades surrounding the Main Square, along with some of Cusco’s hidden stories. Cusco is considered one of the best destinations in the world, and the square is the perfect place to relax while enjoying a coffee or a meal at one of the many restaurants nearby. We will then continue through Plaza Espinar, where you will notice bullet marks still visible on the façade of La Merced Convent, remnants of a battle between followers of Piérola and Cáceres.

Our final stop will be the local San Pedro Market, where you will experience the living culture of the people of Cusco. This market operates every day of the week and offers a wide variety of products, including local handicrafts, food, fresh juices, delicious cheeses, large loaves of bread, tropical fruits, herbs, spices, coca leaves, and even some unusual and exotic items. The prices are affordable, and the quality of the products is excellent.

You will have time to explore the many small stalls throughout the market and shop for traditional souvenirs, bringing our Cusco Walking Tour to a close.

INCLUDES:

• Transportation to Cristo Blanco,
• Professional guide in English and Spanish.
• Ongoing assistance.

NOT INCLUDED:

• Hotel in Cusco.
• Meals.
• Other services not mentioned.

RECOMMENDATIONS:

• Bring sunscreen, sunglasses, and a hat.
• Bring water or a hydrating drink and some snacks.
• Bring warm clothing, as the weather can change quickly.
• Bring a camera.
• Keep an eye on your personal belongings.

To start your reservation process please send us the following information:

• Name and surname:
• Passport No.:
• Nationality:
• Date of birth:
• Sex:
• Phone:
• It is very important your information about your hotel in the city of Cusco, so we can pick you up there at the beginning of the tour..

1. Payment by credit card VISA or MASTERCARD through our system www.cuscoperu.com/payment the system charges an additional 5% (SSL secure system and foreign bank transfer fees).
2. Sending the advance via Western Union coordinating with our sales representative and sending the request to info@cuscoperu.com, then you must send us the MTCN code of your deposit.
3. Payment via deposit to our company's account at BBVA Banco Continental Cuenta Corriente: Account Code. Interbank: (CCI) 011 201 000100028495 18 - CUSCOPERU.COM Tour Operator SRL - SWIFT CODE: BCONPEPL - you must add U$89.00 which is the charge that our bank makes to our account for international transfer and administrative expenses, you should also consult your bank about the additional amount that you will be charged.
4. Payment by credit card VISA - MASTERCARD with the PAYPAL system generating the payment order that we would send you from CuscoPeru.com e-commerce If you accept this option you will have a 7% surcharge.