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4-Day Adventure in Cusco: Explore Ancient Ruins and Indulge in Local Cuisine

Maura Suárez

Maura Suárez

9 Oct 2023

Embark on a thrilling 4-day journey in Cusco, Peru. Discover the wonders of Puka Pukara, Tambomachay, Juchuy Coscco, and more. Savor delectable meals at La 58 and Hacienda Huayoccari. Immerse yourself in the rich history and vibrant culture of this enchanting city.

Day 1
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$60

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$ 3

Peruvian Hostal

Depart from your stay 🏨

21 - 26 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
$13
9 - 14 min

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Tambomachay
This Inca site with canals, waterfalls & aqueducts is thought to have been built to worship water.
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
$25
92 - 111 min

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Juchuy Coscco
An alpine hike leads to this archaeological site which was once a royal estate of the Inca Empire.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
$13
56 - 68 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$4
12 - 15 min

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Hacienda Huayoccari
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$6
Day 2
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$56

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$ 2

Peruvian Hostal

Depart from your stay 🏨

16 - 20 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
$13
12 - 17 min

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Sapantiana Aqueduct
9:30 AM - 10:00 AM
$13
5 - 8 min

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Mirador de Plaza Sán Cristobal
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Free
4 - 6 min

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Cappuccino Cusco Cafe
The Best Coffee, Hot Chocolate and more.
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$14
2 - 3 min

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Cuzco Main Square
Lively urban gathering place offering colonial arcades, a cathedral, gardens & a central fountain.
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Free
11 - 14 min

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Monumento Inca Pachacutec
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
$13
2 - 3 min

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Tablón
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$4
Day 3
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$71

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$ 2

Peruvian Hostal

Depart from your stay 🏨

62 - 75 min

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Pikillacta
Pre-Columbian ruins of a vast sacred site for rituals, with many stone foundations & avenues.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
$25
61 - 74 min

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Qorikancha
Inca ruins of a prominent 15th-century temple that once had walls & floors covered in pure gold.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
$25
12 - 17 min

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Museo y Catacumbas del Convento de San Francisco de Asís de Cusco
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
$13
2 - 3 min

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Green Point - Plaza San Francisco
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
$4
2 - 3 min

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Tabasco
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$4

Budget breakdown: $192 In total

Activities & Food:$186
Transport:$6