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5 Days in Cusco: Unveiling Ancient Wonders

Daniella Fuentes-Castro

16 Dec 2023

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Embark on a thrilling journey through the heart of Cusco, Peru, as you uncover the secrets of its ancient marvels. Immerse yourself in the vibrant culture, explore archaeological sites, and indulge in local delicacies. Get ready for an unforgettable adventure!

Trip to Cusco

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Viator

Day 1Unveiling the Mysteries of the Twelve Angled Stone

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$18

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$ 2

Hotel Jose Antonio

Depart from your stay 🏨

7 - 9 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.

8:00 AM - 8:30 AM

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$5

10 - 15 min

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San Pedro Central Market

Bustling covered market with stalls for produce, meat, clothing, souvenirs, snacks & fresh juices.

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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$13

Day 2Discovering the Rich Heritage of Cuzco Main Square

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$20

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$ 1

Hotel Jose Antonio

Depart from your stay 🏨

7 - 9 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

6 - 9 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.

9:30 AM - 11:00 AM

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$20

Day 3Conquering the Majestic Saqsaywaman

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$38

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$ 2

Hotel Jose Antonio

Depart from your stay 🏨

14 - 17 min

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Saqsaywaman

Inca complex surrounded by walls that were made by fitting stones tightly together without mortar.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$38

Day 4Exploring the Enigmatic Puka Pukara and Tambomachay

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$38

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$ 2

Hotel Jose Antonio

Depart from your stay 🏨

26 - 32 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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$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

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$25

Day 5Immersing in History at Qorikancha and Tupac Amaru Square

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$38

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$ 2

Hotel Jose Antonio

Depart from your stay 🏨

10 - 15 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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$25

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.

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

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$13

16 - 20 min

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Tupac Amaru Square

Paved square with an equestrian statue of a late-Incan monarch, hosting a weekend craft market.

11:00 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

Budget breakdown: $155 In total

Activities & Food:$150

Transport:$5