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8-Day Adventure in Cusco: Exploring Ancient Ruins and Local Cuisine

Fatima Rodriguez

Fatima Rodriguez

12 Oct 2023

Embark on a thrilling 8-day journey to Cusco, Peru, where you'll discover the wonders of ancient ruins and indulge in delicious local cuisine. From the vibrant Cuzco Main Square to the hidden gems like Tambomachay and Puka Pukara Archaeological Complex, this itinerary is designed to immerse you in the rich history and flavors of Cusco. Join us on this unforgettable solo adventure!

Trip to Cusco

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Viator

Day 1
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$50

CUSCO VISTA GUEST HOUSE

Depart from your stay 🏨

4 - 6 min

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CUSCO VISTA GUEST HOUSE
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
2 - 3 min

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Cuzco Main Square
Lively urban gathering place offering colonial arcades, a cathedral, gardens & a central fountain.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
Inka Grill
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$50
CUSCO VISTA GUEST HOUSE
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
Day 2
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$108

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$ 3

CUSCO VISTA GUEST HOUSE

Depart from your stay 🏨

18 - 22 min

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CUSCO VISTA GUEST HOUSE
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
12 - 17 min

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Tambomachay
This Inca site with canals, waterfalls & aqueducts is thought to have been built to worship water.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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$63
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$45
CUSCO VISTA GUEST HOUSE
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
Day 3
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$104

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$ 3

CUSCO VISTA GUEST HOUSE

Depart from your stay 🏨

15 - 18 min

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Directions

CUSCO VISTA GUEST HOUSE
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
20 - 24 min

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Puka Pukara Archaeological Complex
Ruins of the fort that defended the Inca Empire, overlooking the Cusco valley & Tambomachay.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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$31
2 - 3 min

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Twelve Angled Stone
Placed in the wall of a once-Incan palace, this legendary stone is said to hold up the structure.
9:30 AM - 10:00 AM
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$13
Justina
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$60
CUSCO VISTA GUEST HOUSE
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
Day 4
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$97

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$ 4

CUSCO VISTA GUEST HOUSE

Depart from your stay 🏨

13 - 16 min

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Directions

CUSCO VISTA GUEST HOUSE
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
15 - 18 min

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Q'enco Archaeological Complex
Ancient megalithic site with the remains of an Incan temple & tunnels carved from rock.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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$31
3 - 4 min

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Tupac Amaru Square
Paved square with an equestrian statue of a late-Incan monarch, hosting a weekend craft market.
9:30 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$65
CUSCO VISTA GUEST HOUSE
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
Day 5
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$115

CUSCO VISTA GUEST HOUSE

Depart from your stay 🏨

9 - 14 min

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CUSCO VISTA GUEST HOUSE
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
1 - 2 min

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Church and Convent of Santo Domingo of Guzmán
Spanish church & convent built on top of & with materials from the sacred Inca temple Qorikancha.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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$50
Casa Qorikancha
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$65
CUSCO VISTA GUEST HOUSE
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
Day 6
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$128

CUSCO VISTA GUEST HOUSE

Depart from your stay 🏨

9 - 14 min

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Directions

CUSCO VISTA GUEST HOUSE
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
1 - 2 min

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Qorikancha
Inca ruins of a prominent 15th-century temple that once had walls & floors covered in pure gold.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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$63
Anka Restaurant
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$65
CUSCO VISTA GUEST HOUSE
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
Day 7
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$77

CUSCO VISTA GUEST HOUSE

Depart from your stay 🏨

12 - 17 min

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Directions

CUSCO VISTA GUEST HOUSE
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
3 - 4 min

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San Pedro Central Market
Bustling covered market with stalls for produce, meat, clothing, souvenirs, snacks & fresh juices.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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$31
El Rico Porky
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$45
CUSCO VISTA GUEST HOUSE
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
Day 8
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$0

CUSCO VISTA GUEST HOUSE

Depart from your stay 🏨

Budget breakdown: $686 In total

Activities & Food:$677
Transport:$10