Duration: Full Day From $ USD 200.00
Cusco City Tour VIP Full Day – Private Guided Experience
The Cusco City Tour invites you to explore the most iconic and meaningful cultural circuit of Cusco, a city declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site and once the heart of the Inca Empire. This immersive experience takes you beyond sightseeing, allowing you to connect with the ancient history, sacred spaces, and living traditions that continue to define Cusco today.
As you walk through centuries of history, you’ll discover how Inca architecture and Spanish colonial heritage blend seamlessly in a city that has never lost its spiritual essence. From majestic temples and ceremonial sites to panoramic viewpoints overlooking the Andes, this tour offers unforgettable moments filled with beauty, symbolism, and ancestral wisdom.
More than a classic city tour, this experience is designed to help you feel the energy of Cusco, connect with sacred places, and understand why this city continues to inspire travelers from all over the world.
Visit the Cusco Cathedral, a masterpiece of colonial art and history
Explore Qorikancha (Temple of the Sun), the most sacred Inca temple
Walk across the vast esplanade of Saqsayhuamán, an impressive Inca ceremonial complex
Discover the ritual mysteries carved in stone at Qenqo
Enjoy panoramic views and sunset colors from Pukapukara
Participate in a Sacred Ancestral Ceremony
Connect with the powerful spiritual energy shared by the Q’eros people, guardians of Andean wisdom
Private English-speaking guide for personalized interaction
Visit Sacsayhuamán, ancient Inca ceremonial complex
Explore Qorikancha (Temple of the Sun) with expert insights
Discover Cusco’s rich colonial historic center
Guided visit to Cusco Cathedral and Plaza de Armas
Comfortable private transportation throughout
Luxury and flexible pacing for VIP travelers
Ideal for culture lovers, families, first-time visitors
Before starting your Cusco city tour, you will be picked up from your hotel. You will begin your tour at the plaza de armas, where you will explore contemporary Cusco’s colors, aromas, and traditions. Cusco, also known as the Imperial City, and declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. Then you will visit the Cathedral, the most important catholic temple in the city.
Continue to the Koricancha Temple, an ancient Inca palace and center of worship to the Sun God, on top of which the Dominican order built a church that still stands today. You will continue ascending to the Sacsayhuaman Fortress, an imposing example of Inca military architecture. After this tour you will delve into the Inca architecture visit the archaeological site of Q’enko, to finally be transferred to the ceremonial center we will make a traditional Inka retreat, then drop you at your hotel.
What is included in the Cusco City Tour VIP Full Day?
The Cusco City Tour VIP Full Day includes guided visits to the main historical and archaeological sites of Cusco, such as the Cusco Cathedral, Qorikancha (Temple of the Sun), Saqsayhuamán, Qenqo, Pukapukara, and Tambomachay, as well as a sacred ancestral ceremony led by Andean spiritual guides.
How long does the Cusco City Tour VIP last?
This is a full-day experience, usually lasting between 7 to 8 hours, allowing enough time to explore each site comfortably and enjoy a deeper cultural and spiritual connection.
Is this tour suitable for all travelers?
Yes. The Cusco City Tour VIP is suitable for travelers of all ages. However, participants should be able to walk short distances and handle mild altitude conditions, as Cusco is located at high elevation.
What makes the VIP Cusco City Tour different from a regular city tour?
The VIP version offers a more personalized experience, smaller groups, a deeper cultural explanation, exclusive access to a sacred ancestral ceremony, and a stronger focus on spiritual connection and Andean traditions.
Does the tour include an Andean spiritual ceremony?
Yes. One of the highlights of this tour is a Sacred Ancestral Ceremony, guided by representatives of the Q’eros people, allowing participants to connect with the spiritual energy of Cusco and the Andes.
Do I need to be acclimatized before joining the tour?
It is recommended to spend at least one day in Cusco before the tour to acclimatize properly and reduce the risk of altitude sickness.
What should I bring for the Cusco City Tour?
We recommend bringing comfortable walking shoes, a light jacket, sunscreen, a hat, water, and some cash for entrance fees or personal expenses.
Are entrance tickets to archaeological sites included?
Entrance tickets may not be included and often require a Cusco Tourist Ticket (BTC). Your travel advisor will inform you in advance about what is included and how to obtain the necessary tickets.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes. The tour includes pickup from your hotel in Cusco city center. Please confirm your hotel location in advance.
Can this tour be done privately?
Yes. Private Cusco City Tour VIP options are available upon request for travelers seeking a more exclusive and flexible experience.
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