Cusco Day Tour: Scenic and City Highlights by Foot (half day)

Introduction

Experience half-day tour of enchanting Cusco. Admire sweeping views of Cusco on your drive up to see the Statue of Christ, explore Cusco's main square, and tantalize your tastebuds with local delicacies at San Pedro market. Visit local coffee shops featuring Peruvian beans from the region.

• Explore the sights and sounds of Cusco with a half-day tour of this magical city Drive up to the Statue of Christ
• Enjoying sweeping views on the way Explore the trails leading you to the Sacsayhumán ruins
• And eventually arriving in the picturesque San Blas neighbourhood Visit a local artisan shop or art gallery Wander through Plaza de Armas
• The main square
• To admire colonial architecture before continuing to San Pedro market to see the local specialties

Duration: 1 day

Start/Finish City: Cusco to Cusco

Physical Grading: 1 - Easy

Light walking, few climbs more challenging than a flight of stairs. Easy does it.

Travel Style: Classic

All of the highlights, culture, access, and I-can’t-believe-we-did-that moments, all at a great price.

Trip Type: Day Tours

What's Included

Transportation to the Christ Statue. Juice in San Pedro Market. Coffee tasting.

What are the main highlights of this trip?

Explore the sights and sounds of Cusco with a half-day tour of this magical city. Drive up to the Statue of Christ, enjoying sweeping views on the way. Explore the trails leading you to the Sacsayhumán ruins, and eventually arriving in the picturesque San Blas neighbourhood. Visit a local artisan shop or art gallery. Wander through Plaza de Armas, the main square, to admire colonial architecture before continuing to San Pedro market to see the local specialties.

Meals Included

No meals included

Transport

Private vehicle, walking

Joining Instructions

Meeting Point: Meet your CEO (Chief Experience Officer) or local guide at 9am at the G Adventures Office (The Sun Gate):

Calle Teatro 344
Cusco, Peru

They will will be wearing G Adventures branded clothing for easy identification and there will be other G Adventures staff available to direct you.

Finish Point:
The G Adventures office (The Sun Gate) at approximately noon.

Calle Teatro 344
Cusco, Peru

Emergency Contact

Should you need to contact us during a situation of dire need, it is best to first call either the G Adventures Local Operator (if one is listed below) or our G Adventures Local Office. If for any reason you do not receive an immediate answer, please leave a detailed message and contact information, so they may return your call and assist you as soon as possible.

EMERGENCY CONTACT NUMBERS

G Adventures Office Lima, Peru.
During office hours (Weekdays, 9-6pm Local Time): +51 1 241 1650 or 01 241 1650 (from mobile within Peru) or 241 1650 (from payphone within Peru)
After hours Emergency number: +51 99 758 2712, (WhatsApp Available)

If you are unable for any reason to contact our local office, please call the numbers listed below which will connect you directly with our Sales team who will happily assist you. Hours of operation by region can be found here.

Toll-free, North America only: 1 888 800 4100
Calls from UK: 0344 272 2060
Calls from Germany: 0800 365 1000
Calls from Australia: 1 300 796 618
Calls from New Zealand: 0800 333 307
Outside North America, Australia, New Zealand, Germany and the UK: +1 416 260 0999

Packing List

Health & Safety:
• Face masks (Clients will be only be required to wear a face mask where it is mandated by local regulations.)
• Hand sanitizer
• Pen (Please bring your own pen for filling out documents.)

Visas and Entry Requirements

All countries require a valid passport (with a minimum 6 months validity). Contact your local embassy or consulate for the most up-to-date visa requirements, or see your travel agent. It is your own responsibility to have the correct travel documentation. Visa requirements for your trip will vary depending on where you are from and where you are going. We keep the following information up to date as far as possible, but rules do change and sometimes without warning. While we provide the following information in good faith, it is vital that you check the information yourself and understand that you are fully responsible for your own visa requirements.

Visa information specific to your destination and nationality can be found in our Important Pre-Departure Information page here

Optional Activities

No optional activities

Minimum Age

Minimum age of 8 years for this trip.

International Flights

Check-in times and baggage allowances/restrictions vary by airline and can change at any time. For the most up-to-date information for your flight, please contact your airline. We recommend checking in online in advance to avoid potential delays at the airport.

LGBTQ+ Safety

The safety and well-being of all of our travelers is a priority at G Adventures and that includes our travelers who identify as part of the LGBTQ+ community. We recognize that there are specific concerns and questions you may have about your adventure in terms of safety and security. We encourage you to visit our LGBTQ+ page for useful resources to ensure you feel safe and comfortable throughout the duration of your trip. The Equaldex tool linked on this page can be of particular help when deciding where you may want to visit next.