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Welcome to the ancient capital of the Inca Empire, Cusco. Where every street tells a tale and the vibrant energy of the Andean culture invites you to explore its hidden gems.
Our Private Walking Tour in Cusco (Half Day) is an exclusive trip that invites you to step back in time and explore the rich tapestry of this UNESCO World Heritage City.
Explore the highlights of the city of Cusco, visit the San Pedro market, the Cusco Plaza de armas, the Inca museum and many more places. Led by expert local guides, this personalized half-day excursion guarantees an intimate experience, allowing you to soak up the charm of Cusco at your own pace.
Secure your spot today and start a journey that will leave you with unforgettable memories. Book now and let the exploration begin!
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Discover the rich history of this ancient Inca capital with a local guide. Explore iconic sites such as the Plaza de Armas, Qorikancha, and many more, while learning about Cusco’s fascinating blend of Inca ruins and colonial architecture. Perfect for history buffs and travelers looking to immerse themselves in the heart of the Inca Empire.
Embark on an exciting and immersive guided tour through the historic city of Cusco, accompanied by an expert local guide providing insight into the rich tapestry of its cultural heritage.
Our Private Walking Tour in Cusco is a personalized experience that goes beyond traditional group tours (Free Cusco Walking Tour), ensuring that you and your companions have the full attention of our expert guides.
Start your captivating exploration of the city of Cusco, tailored to your preferences, with the flexibility of commencing your tour in either the morning or the afternoon. Our Cusco Private Walking Tour begins by taking you to a hidden gem not usually included in conventional Free Cusco Walking Tours: the Inca Museum. This remarkable site is full of history and ancient art, offering you an exclusive 30-minute guided tour to delve into its fascinating exhibits.
As we walk the charming streets of Cusco, your expert guide will tell you the history of the city and share intriguing facts, providing a deeper understanding.Our tour also includes a visit to the famous 12 Angles Stone, a symbol of Cusco’s architectural prowess and historical significance.
But the tour doesn’t end there; we will visit the San Pedro Market, a bustling hub of local life. Here we will take a moment to savor a refreshing fruit juice.
To culminate your Private Walking Tour, our tour concludes with a visit to the Sun Temple, also known as Coricancha. This sacred site has immense historical and cultural significance, and your guide will unlock its mysteries, providing a fitting end to your exploration of Cusco.
This unique walking tour in Cusco allows you to set the pace of your exploration. Say good bye to large tour groups, no rush, just you and the companions of your choice. Our expert guides are dedicated to providing a tailor-made experience, allowing you to delve deeper into the city’s hidden gems and historical wonders.
Explore our detailed summary itinerary of our walking tour of Cusco. If you require any modifications or wish to extend your tour, simply reach out to our team of travel experts for personalized assistance.
Our team will pick you up directly from your hotel in Cusco at pre-arranged time according to your travel schedule.
You will enjoy a captivating visit to the Inca Museum in Cusco, an enriching space packed with art and history that tells the stories of the Incas and pre-Inca cultures of Peru. Your expert guide will walk you through a 30-minute guided tour, providing insightful commentary on the artifacts that bring this fascinating history to life.
Following your exploration, the tour continues to the impressive Wall of the 7 Serpents, one of Cusco's most intriguing Inca walls. Accompanied by our guide, you will gain an in-depth understanding of its significance as you unravel the historical and cultural significance woven into the intricate details of this remarkable place.
In addition, this experience will take you to the vibrant San Pedro Market or Mercado San Pedro, a bustling marketplace filled with interesting local products that you should not be missed. As an added delight, take the opportunity to delight your palate with the freshness of local products by tasting a refreshing and delicious fruit juice, an experience that adds a sensory dimension to your visit to the market.
You will conclude the Walking Tour with a visit to the Temple of the Sun or Coricancha. Our expert guide will show you through the intricate details of the temple, telling stories that transcend time and take you back to an era of profound cultural richness.
The culmination of our enriching tour is at the final destination, conveniently located for a leisurely stroll back to your hotel.
Explore all the details of our half-day walking tour in Cussco by looking at our complete itinerary. If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to our expert travel team for assistance.
Our Cusco walking tour begins with pick-up at your hotel in Cusco (exact time will be confirmed upon booking). Your local guide will accompany you on this immersive experience, taking you from your hotel to the first captivating place on our itinerary.
Our first stop is the renowned Inca Museum. Located in the heart of Cusco, this cultural gem is testament to the rich heritage of the Inca civilization. As you enter this repository of history, prepare to be transported back in time, where artifacts and exhibits tell vividly the story of a bygone era. Guided by our expert guide, you will gain valuable insight into the significance of each exhibit, while unraveling the intricate tapestry of the history of the Inca Empire.
After our exploration, our tour continues to the fascinating Wall of the Seven Serpents. This intricately carved stone masterpiece in high relief reflects the importance of the serpent in Inca culture.
Our expedition continues through one of Cusco’s bustling streets, leading us to the famous Twelve Angles Stone, an architectural masterpiece steeped in history. Along the way, we will also visit the vibrant the San Pedro market, immersing yourself in the sights, sounds, and flavors of local life.
We will also delight in refreshing fresh fruit juices, savoring the essence of the local culture. Energized and inspired, we move on to the grand finale of our tour, the sacred Temple of the Sun, also known as Coricancha.
Easy / Beginner
This daytour is only run by Come See Perú Tours
Cost of the tour $30.00 dollars per person for a group of 2 people
To secure a booking with Come See Perú Tours, the Client must deposit 40% of the entire price via Paypal. Your final balance must paid in cash in Cusco before the start of the tour.
“If you are already in Cusco you can pay us directly the total cost of the tour when we pick you up from your hotel”.
Will was our guide and he was wonderful! The tour was everything we hoped for. The day was filled with so much and Will made sure we were having the best time we could. Ask for Will- he was wonderful!
My sister and I were referred to Come See Peru from a friend, and we are so grateful for the referral. We did the Sacred Valley Cultural Experience. Carlos (our guide) and Michael (our driver) were knowledgeable, flexible, and fun!
Here are a few specific aspects that I would like to mention:
1. Flexible. We really appreciated the flexibility that we were afforded. We did our half day Sacred Valley trip in between accommodation switches. So we were picked up in Ollantaytambo and dropped off in Cusco. Additionally, we had to be picked up a bit later than the original start time, and Carlos and Michael were happy to accommodate.
2. Informative. Carlos expertly led us around the three sites we visited (Ollantaytambo ruins, The Salt Mines, The ruins of Moray). He actually took us in an order that allowed for there to be less tourists when we were present, which was really nice. He provided us with historical context and answered all of our questions.
3. Patient. Carlos and Michael gave us time to sit in the beauty that is these amazing locations. Carlos is a wonderful photographer as well and offered to take our picture at some really neat places in each location. When we did the Chicha tasting and salt demonstration, they waited while we shopped. We never felt rushed, which we appreciated.
4. Fun! Overall, we had a really good time with Carlos and Michael. We chatted and laughed about all sorts of things. We appreciated the private tour aspect so we could really go at our own flow and connect and just enjoy.
Thank you Carlos and Michael for a lovely exploration of the Sacred Valley! You will be at the top of our list when we return to see Pisac and Chinchero!
Wow! I booked a customizable 2-day tour to include all of the main Sacred Valley sights because I wanted to start the first day in Cusco and end in Ollantaytambo and use the tour as transportation as well. Come See Peru was so easy to work with, communicating extremely quickly via WhatsApp to design my perfect itinerary. They also suggested some stops that I did not know about.
Our guide Ruben was positively incredible and really made this tour amazing. He presented the history, culture, geography, & food information in such a compelling way! We learned SO MUCH because he is an incredible storyteller. None of the main sites (moray, maras, ollantaytambo, etc) have much signage and we wouldn’t have been able to appreciate them half as well without Ruben. He was also an amazing photographer, always choosing the best locations to take photos of my husband and I.
The vehicle was a comfortable van, which was private, and we had a driver who dropped off and picked up whenever we needed and also stayed with our luggage the day that it was in the car.
Overall, the price was fair for the value received and I would definitely recommend reaching out to Come See Peru to build a customized tour for your trip to the Sacred Valley!
My wife, and I actually took three tours in three dayswith Come See Peru. This were for Machu Picchu, Pisac / Llama farm and the half-day tour on the outskirts of Cusco. The company provided excellent tour guides and took care of every detail, so that our tours were totally stressed free.
Come See Peru has earned TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence for consistently receiving 5-star reviews of our tours in Cusco, Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu tours. This recognition highlights our exceptional service and dedicated attention to our clients.
Posted on Heather RVerified Stunning Sacred Valley We had an outstanding time in our private tour with Carlos and Michael. Better than expected. Beautiful county and they took great care of us! Sacred Valley is a must!Posted on Teri GVerified Sacred Valley Lovely Day Will was our guide and he was wonderful! The tour was everything we hoped for. The day was filled with so much and Will made sure we were having the best time we could. Ask for Will- he was wonderful!Posted on Jaydina BVerified Been on many tours, would have to say this tour was one of best tours that we’ve been on for the last 25 years This company was quick to respond on setting up our tour to sacred valley from Ollantaytambo. The expert guide Carlos who accompanied us was outstanding informative, and entertaining. He knew his history and answered all of our questions on the ruins we visited. He brought us to the perfect spots for taking pictures and making our videos. The itinerary was very well thought out. Their attention to detail is second to none. I would highly recommend this company to anyone wanting an educational and fun tour. they will deliver! I would also like to add that I forgot my camera in the tours car. They found it and returned it back to me at my hotel.Posted on Marcelo CVerified Great Day Tour of Sacred Valley Scheduling the tour on-line was very easy. Communication from tour coordinator was excellent, he helped us plan an extended tour for the day out of Cusco. Our driver and tour guide were great. We had a wonderful day touring around, seeing the sites, learning the history of the area and stopping to get a local drink and purchase some nice souvenirs. I will recommend this tour group to my friends and family.Posted on Ginette PVerified Wonderful half-day tour from Ollantaytambo! Our half-day tour of the Moray Ruins & Salt Flats was amazing. From the time of booking to the completion of our tour, the communication was great. We were picked up at our hotel punctually as discussed (and dropped off afterwards within the timeframe). From there, Carlos our guide provided us with a lot of interesting information and was always willing to take pictures of us or even make extra stops so that we can capture the beautiful landscapes around us. Enough time was allowed at every stop which was much appreciated. Our driver Christobal also assured that we were safe with his great driving skills. But the thing we appreciated the most was that the tour was available from Ollantaytambo (shorter drive than from Cusco) and that we were able to only have our small family group of 4 people for the tour. We would definitely recommend this tour to others.GinettePosted on Sun-Woong KVerified Get Carlos and Rene! Great experience Carlos was an exceptional tour guide with great insight, great English, and very accommodating. Also gave us tips for our other destinations. Tour was informative, not intense walk, and facts were fun. He recommended a great restaurant too which we all enjoyed. Would definitely recommend. Rene was the driver, ride was smooth, efficient, and he was very helpful with luggage.Posted on DubaigatewaysVerified Excellent Pisac guide and tour. A very entertaining and comprehensive tour ( from Cusco to Pisac to Ollantaytambo) excellently delivered by our guide Carlos. A fabulous day, and we cannot recommend him more highly!Posted on Judy HVerified Outstanding tour. Don't miss learning more about Sacred Valley with a pro guide/driver This was our second half-day tour with our guide Carlos and his sidekick (driver) Rene, who was an expert navigator through some very narrow roadways and along mountain trails. On this day we visited the ruins of Olantaytambo, Pisac, and the Pisac market. As we were passing through Calca, the town famous for cuy, Carlos allowed us to detour so that we could taste it in the most local restaurants where it is made traditionally. We were so grateful to have this experience, which for sure you would miss on a group tour. We are staying in Ollantaytambo, and while we could possibly have visited these ruins on our own, we would have missed so many nuances and history that only a seasoned guide like Carlos could give us. We were thrilled for everything we learned and saw here. I almost felt like nothing could have been better, but the Pisac ruins also are outstanding. Carlos taught us about the architecture and is a great storyteller about so many things we would have glossed over. He pointed out so much valuable information to us that we would have lost with a group tour or self-exploration. Also, you have to do a bit of climbing, and it was helpful to have Carlos's steady hand a time or two during the descent. HIGHLY recommend Come See Peru Tours if you really want to understand about these historic places, the culture of the people, and so much more. We are so glad we added these stops in Sacred Valley to our itinerary. We know they will enhance our time when we get to Machu Picchu.Posted on Judy HVerified Do this tour with Come See Peru Tours! Such a worthwhile experience! Our tour was from Ollantaytambo, not Urubamba, but Carlos (guide) and Rene (driver) provided an outstanding experience. We highly recommend you spend a few days acclimating in Sacred Valley and include the Moray ruins and salt flats on your itinerary. Carlos's English was impeccable and his knowledge of the ruins, the salt flats, and all the areas we were driving through—and more—is vast. We had two smaller stops throughout the day including for some local chocolate and vanilla bread, which was very delicious and also a visit to sample chicha and also learn all about how it is made, we tasted some delicious Peruvian chocolates that were enhanced with salt from Maras along with a few other salted seasoning mixes, which was actually a fun and interesting experience. There is so much more to Peru than Machu Picchu (although we certainly are including that in our trip). But understanding Sacred Valley really is enhancing our trip, and visiting from Ollantaytambo also means that we also were the first to arrive at the salt mines before all the visitors arriving from Cusco, which made our picture taking experience much better! We highly recommend Come See Peru if you are looking for an excellent and rich experience.Posted on Jason SVerified Exceeded Expectations The entire team exceeded our expectations from start to finish. Julio, Renee, Rose, and Rebecca are the best. Detail orientedFriendlyAccommodating ProfessionalThere are many controls in place to keep Machu Picchu special. This team navigated us through them with ease. The tour itself was amazing, and we learned a lot about the Inca civilization. It was truly a once in a lifetime experience. Thank you team. -Jason Sheffey-United StatesVerified by TrustindexTrustindex verified badge is the Universal Symbol of Trust. Only the greatest companies can get the verified badge who has a review score above 4.5, based on customer reviews over the past 12 months. Read more
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