Cusco is a city in Peru that is located about 3450 m above sea level. It is the capital of the Cusco department and the capital of the Inca Empirefrom 1438 to 1533.
Cusco has many attractions to offer, but there are some activities that you simply cannot miss when traveling here.
- How to arrive at Cusco
Traveling to Cusco can be done by plane, train, or bus. The most common way is by plane (1 hour) because it takes less time than traveling by train or bus. However, some tourists prefer to travel by bus (22 hours or go city by city) because they want to enjoy the scenery along the way.
- City tour to Cusco
The city of Cusco welcomes you with open arms, and one of the best visits is the city tour.You can do it during any day of your visit, since it usually takes only one morning or afternoon, in turn allowing you to have free time to learn and connect even more with our Inca capital.
Cusco is a city with a long history. It was founded by the Incas more than 500 years ago. It’s a city filled with history and culture, which you can explore during your stay in Cusco. The city has many museums, exhibitions, and churches that will give you a glimpse into its past. You can also visit the Sacsayhuaman, which is an Inca fortress and complex located on a hillside above the city center of Cusco, Peru. It was once part of an extensive network of military trails throughout the Andes built by the Inca Empire from 1450 to 1532 AD.
- Perfect full day: Rainbow Mountain
The new attraction in Cusco, the rainbow mountain is the best option to visit for a full day after Machu Picchu.
Climb the Andes Mountain Range to witness one of the most beautiful natural landscapes in Cusco. The tour to the 7-color mountain is a challenge that has a great reward: the beauty of the rainbow waiting for you at the top.
- ATV in the Sacred Valley
For lovers of adrenaline and new ways to explore new places. Explore the Sacred Valley with this ATV route to discover Moray and the salt mines of Maras. You will experience adventure and culture in the same way.
- Visit new places with a new partner: Horseback riding in Cusco.
Enjoy the freedom of horseback riding around the city, while exploring rarely-seen natural landscapes. You will recharge at the Temple of the Moon, and you will get to see up close the nature that surrounds Cusco on our ride to the Devil’s Balcony.