CUSCO, QORICANCHA, SAQSAYHUMANA, Q`ENQO, PUCA PUCARA, TAMBOMACHAY
The tour begins with the pick-up of our visitors at an average of 13:30 pm to 13:45 pm. From their respective hotels in the city of Cusco, to then continue with the visit of the following tourist attractions (Archaeological remains), known as the city tour.
Temple of Qoricancha.- It is evident that the Temple of Qorikancha (house of the sun) was the richest in precious metals because all the gold and silver of its entire territory was stored here, all these metals that were found in this place were delivered in the form of offerings to the Holy City of the Temple. In the time of the Incas or (Quechuas) all these precious metals did not have any economic value but they did have a religious value, its perfect architecture and stone constructions reflect that it was the most important enclosure of the Inca empire.
Sacsayhuaman.- The name of Sacsayhuaman in Quechua means «satisfied falcon». It is said that this falcon was the bird that watched over the entire Inca empire. The «ceremonial construction» of Sacsayhuamán is located 2 km from Cuzco, in this place the festival in the sun (Inti Raymi) is currently celebrated every June 24 of each year.
Qenqo.- Its name in Quechua means «labyrinth» and it is located 6 kilometers from the city of Cusco. This archaeological park was described as an amphitheater, since on the outside you can see a semicircular construction. In reality, the purpose of this construction is unknown since a ceremonial table, zigzag channels, niches, etc. can be seen. that could well have been used as an altar. It is presumed that it was one of the most important sanctuaries that existed in the Incas.
Puca Pucara.- In Quechua it means «Red Fortress» due to the red color that the rocks obtain, this old tambo was a military construction and surveillance post for the valley of Cusco and all the Quechua roads, this fortress was built by large walls , stairways and terraces that were part of the defensive complex of the Inca Empire Its construction is of a rustic type made up of streets, houses, and patios.
Tambomachay.- It is located 12 km. of the city, known as the Inca baths, due to the shape of its water sources, it could also have been an enclosure dedicated to the cult of water, after our return visit to the city of Cusco. end of the city tour or tour or combined.
1.-Transfers Airport / Hostel / Airport.
2.-Tourist ticket (income to visit City Tour, Sacred Valley)
3.-Excursion: City Tour (Transportation, guide and income to the archaeological complexes visited on this tour)
4.-Excursion: Sacred Valley (Transportation, guide and income to the archaeological complexes visited on this tour, buffet lunch and dinner in Aguas Calientes)
5.-Tour in Machu Picchu (Roundtrip transportation to the train station, Roundtrip tourist train tickets from Ollantaytambo -Aguas Calientes, Bus tickets up and down from Aguas Calientes-Machu Picchu, Entrance to Machupicchu, Guided tour in Macchu Picchu
6.-01 night of hostel in Aguas Calientes (Name of the hostel is the Tambo inn Tambo B&B
7.-Mountain 7 Colors (Transportation, guide, buffet breakfast and lunch)
8.-Humantay Lagoon (Transportation, guide, buffet breakfast and lunch)
9.-04 nights of Hostel in Cusco (MamaSimona, Hatun Quilla, Ecopacker
10.-Transfer from the hostel to the Airport.
-Meals that are not mentioned in the itinerary
-Income to Cusco Cathedral that is part of the City tour (its value is 25 soles per person)
-Entrance to the Qoricancha or Temple of the Sun that is also part of the City tour (its value is 15 soles per person)
-Income for the mountain of colors, (10 soles per person)
-Income for the Humantay Lagoon (10 soles per person)
• Original Passport or DNI/Identity Card (for South America).
• Walking boots (preferably waterproof with ankle protectors).
• Waterproof jacket or rain poncho.
• Wool jacket to warm up, hat and gloves.
• Polos or T-shirts.
• Comfortable pants.
• Sun hat.
• Sunglasses.
• Sun Protection Cream (Factor 50 recommended).
• Insect repellent.
• Hygiene items.
• Personal medications.
• Camera or film camera.
• Flashlight with spare battery.
Yes, currently in 2022 tourism is operational throughout the region.
It has 90% of its tourist sites open to the public since July 2022, being the Classic Inca Trail the last to be re-opened for all travelers in the world.
Yes, Machu Picchu will be accessible to all travelers by 2022.
The most important accesses to the Inca citadel are operational and complying with all biosecurity requirements to combat the spread of covid19.
Machu Picchu can be reached by train service, or by both routes of the Inca Trail.
Cusco is the center of power of the Inca culture, one of the most important of the ancient world, and the only one that dominated the Andes Mountains.
Its importance lies in the amount of archaeological remains and cultural evidence that have been left within the entire region of Cusco.
The tours in Cusco have a lot of knowledge and culture, it is the trip to another world that takes us to know the Incas.
Today Machu Picchu represents the modern wonder that Peru has, but Cusco was always important.
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Cusco offers various activities within its wide range of tourist options.
The trekking is the most requested in Cusco, thanks to the amount of Inca routes and archaeological remains that combine perfectly with nature, the traveler has plenty of options to enjoy hiking outdoors.
Among the adventure options we can find Inca challenges that will lead us to camp deep in the region and discover new sites that will demand our physical strength.
Also in history we have infinite and interesting options thanks to the amount of museums, art and streets of Cusco where we will find much to know and enjoy.
The gastronomy of Cusco is a perfect option for those who are looking for new flavors or for those who want to complement their visit.
In the Andean cosmovision we will find a universe of new and ancestral knowledge that will help us to better understand the ancient world of the Incas and the future of our society.
The tours in Cusco can be complemented in a perfect way if we consult with a specialized travel agency like INCA’S WORLD, which will find the best way to make the most of our days.
Cusco and the Peruvian highlands have two distinct seasons: rainy season and dry season.
In the rainy season the rainfall is constant, and the skies can have many clouds that hide the sun in our outings. It happens during the months of September to April.
The dry season is the best time to visit Cusco because sunny days abound and bring out the best of the natural destinations.
In the dry season the routes are more accessible and the possibility of having an intense rain that stops our plans are very few; between the months of May and August.
In Cusco, and throughout Peru, the official language is Spanish, followed by Quechua.
But like all centers of world tourism, many languages are spoken in Cusco.
It happened in the year 1534, on March 23rd Francisco Pizarro founded the city of Cusco on what were the Inca foundations.
That is why the city of Cusco is an interesting combination of Inca and colonial architecture.
months of May and August.
It will absolutely depend on your objectives in Cusco, there are people who stayed to live in Cusco to explore everything.
In a place where the options are almost infinite, the best way to organize the necessary days will be taking into account the main objective that brings you to Cusco.
If you are an adventurer looking for the best trekking routes, you will have to consider Salkantay, Inca Trail and Choquequirao as your main motivations, which will take you at least twelve days.
In the end, the best thing you can do before booking your tickets or scheduling your trips, is to coordinate with INCA’S WORLD , to organize all the tours that will help you meet your 2021 goals in Cusco.
Currently you can reach Cusco by land or air; by public or private transport from the city of Lima.
The months of May and August.
The average altitude in Cusco is 3999 meters above sea level. This should be taken into consideration for our first few days, where it will be necessary to take things slowly.
Getting used to the altitude is the first objective of every traveler who wants to enjoy his experience in the navel of the world.
Yes, the Classic or Short Inca Trail is only accessible with a legal and professional tourism agency such as INCA’S WORLD.
The purpose of this measure is to protect the natural area and the archaeological remains found along the entire stretch; in times of covid19, the daily capacity of Machu Picchu and the Inca Trail are controlled to avoid crowds.
The Inca Trail is an ancient route that must be preserved to the smallest detail, and the best way to do this is with a team of professionals committed to serving tourists and caring for Cusco.
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