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City Tour and Pisac Full Day

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1-Day Tour of Sacsayhuaman & Pisac – Inca Ruins, Sacred Valley & Artisan Market

This full-day tour combines the most important Inca sites near Cusco with the cultural charm of Pisac in the Sacred Valley. Visit Sacsayhuamán and explore nearby sites like Q’enqo, Puka Pukara, and Tambomachay.

Continue to Pisac to discover its impressive Inca ruins and traditional artisan market. A perfect experience to explore history, culture, and stunning landscapes in one day.

Itinerary

Cusco – Sacsayhuaman – Qenqo – Pucapucara – Tambomachay – Pisac

We will start with the pick up from your hotel at 8 am in our private transport to begin our trip to the Sacred Valley towards the Great White Christ on the top of the hill, which shines 24 hours a day. There, we begin our tour at the famous archaeological site of Sacsayhuaman, with its impressive Inca architecture, which dominates the city.

Next we will visit the archaeological center of Q'enqo since it is very close to Saqsayhuaman this archaeological center is famous for its history and function in the Inca era since it was used to do the mummification processes our guide will tell you every detail of this magnificent place, then we will head towards Pucapucara which means the red fortress due to the pigmentation of its walls very close to there is Tambomachay our last nearby archaeological site, at the end of our guided tour in Tambomachay we will head northeast of Cusco on the way to the Sacred Valley (40 minutes in our van).

Taray-Pisaq

Upon arriving at Taray, we head to the viewpoint to enjoy a classic view of the Urubamba Valley with crops dressing the mountains like a carpet. Continuing on, we will head to the archaeological site of Pisac, one of the best remaining Inca archaeological sites in the country. There, we explore the Sacred Temple Complex, built with exquisitely carved pink granite from this important citadel. You will explore one of the largest Inca cemeteries with over 2,000 tombs and admire the incredible agricultural terraces dug into the mountain. Here we will spend over 1 hour exploring this Inca city.

After our visit, we will head towards the colorful Pisac market, famous for being the largest market for pre-Columbian-style crafts and textiles in the Cusco region. In this colorful Inca market, you will be able to appreciate a mix of Inca colors, culture and tradition. You will have plenty of opportunities to try your bartering skills, interact with local artisans and buy their handmade souvenirs. You will discover alpaca items of all kinds, such as sweaters, shawls, hats, gloves, blankets and much more, woven textile carpets, a huge market of silver jewelry, much of which is made on site, ornaments, alpaca rugs and artwork of all kinds. Be sure to try the empanadas made in large, ancient Inca ovens. There, you can stop for lunch and try all the local food(not included). At the end we will return to Cusco around 4:00 or 5:00 pm.

Remember:

You can purchase the tourist ticket at any archaeological center and it costs:
Here you need to buy the general ticket to be able to visit all the tourist sites, : the cost is 130 soles(not included).

What does the City Tour and Pisac Full Day include?

What is included?

  • Pick up from your hotel.
  • Professional private guide
  • Private transportation to visit all the Inca sites.
  • First aid kit including emergency oxygen tank.

What is not included?

  • Entrance to archaeological sites 130 soles tourist ticket (you need to purchase to enter  the archaeological sites).
  • Meals.
  • Trekking poles: 15 USD per pair per hike (you can rent them from us by prior arrangement at the time of booking)..

You can rent with us, request it in the briefing or at the time of making your reservation.

Recomendations

  • A light backpack of 30-50 liters to use throughout the hike.
  • A waterproof jacket or clothing, a rain poncho (US$2).
  • Trekking boots or good waterproof shoes,
  • A camera with batteries for the entire hike (batteries are consumed very quickly by the cold).
  • A hat, sunscreen and a re-hydrating cream for the skin, sunglasses.
  • Snacks: such as chocolates, cookies, dried fruits, raisins, etc.
  • Bottles of water.
  • Identity document, original passport. International student card (ISIC), if you have one.

FAQ – City Tour and Pisac Full Day

This tour combines the main highlights of Cusco city with a visit to Pisac Archaeological Park, offering both urban history and Inca ruins in one day.

Yes, unlike the classic city tour, this experience extends beyond Cusco to include Pisac, providing a broader view of Inca culture and landscapes.

It is ideal for travelers with limited time who want to explore both Cusco city and nearby archaeological sites in a single day.

The tour involves light to moderate walking, especially at Pisac, where you will explore terraces and viewpoints.

In many itineraries, you will also visit the traditional Pisac market, where you can see local crafts and Andean products.

Pisac is known for its impressive agricultural terraces, panoramic views, and its strategic location overlooking the Sacred Valley.

Yes, but it is recommended only if you feel comfortable with the altitude. Otherwise, consider doing it after acclimatizing.

Cusco city can be busy, but Pisac generally offers a more relaxed experience compared to more crowded sites like Machu Picchu.

The tour is operated with comfortable tourist vehicles suitable for city travel and short-distance routes.

This option saves time and offers better value by combining multiple highlights into one efficient itinerary.

👉 Book your City Tour and Pisac Full Day and experience the perfect combination of history, culture, and Andean landscapes.

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