DESCRIPTION
Cusco Tours Peru we have prepared an itinerary for this very special occasion which is the tour of “FIESTAS PATRIAS“, which you can make a walking tour through the historic center of the city, observing its main Inca streets, see palaces, temples, etc.. A walking tour of historical or cultural sites, often in an urban environment. Tours can last up to 3 hours.
These walks will be led by guides with knowledge of the historical and monumental sites, the landscape and the explanations and interpretations will cover the historical, cultural and artistic importance.
The next day we will arrive at Machupicchu, an ancient Andean Inca settlement, located at 2,430 meters above sea level; considered a masterpiece of architecture and engineering, one of the 7th wonders of the modern world.
The Fiestas Patrias Tour in Cusco offers the following activities:
Walking Tour Cusco:
The Walking Tour in Cusco is a tourist activity that offers visitors the opportunity to explore the historic city of Cusco on foot, along with a local guide. During the tour, tourists will be able to visit tourist attractions such as the Main Square, the Cathedral of Cusco, the Temple of the Sun, the San Blas neighborhood and other interesting sites.
Machu Picchu Tour:
The Machu Picchu Tour is one of the most popular tourist activities in Peru and offers visitors the opportunity to explore the ancient Inca city located on top of a mountain in the Peruvian Andes. During the tour, tourists will have the opportunity to explore the impressive temples, palaces and other buildings found at the archaeological site, while learning about the history and culture of the Inca civilization.
SHORT ITINERARY
TRAVEL ROUTE
- Day 1: Arrival – Walking Tour – Santo Domingo
- Day 2: Tour to Machu Picchu/ End of the service
Day 1: Walking Tour 3399 meters
- Pick up at the hotel
- Transfer to Qolqampata neighborhood by car (10min aprox)
- Guided visit to the viewpoint of San Cristobal and Manco Capac Palace (outside) (40 min aprox)
- Visit to Qantupata neighborhood, 7 borreguitos street, Colonial Aqueduct.
- Visit to San Blas neighborhood
- Visit to the stone of the 12 angles
- Andean dress of a Cusquenian Couple
- Visit to the Main Square of Cusco
- Visit to the Cathedral of Cusco
- Visit to the temple of La Merced
- Visit to the temple of San Francisco
- Finally visit to the market of San Pedro
Day 2: Machu Picchu 2400 mts.
- Breakfast at the hotel
- Transportation Cusco-Ollantaytambo
- Travel by Tourist Train Ollantaytambo-Aguas Calientes
- Transfer by Bus (CONSETTUR) to Machupicchu
- Guided view of Machupicchu (2 hours approx.)
- Return by bus to Aguas Calientes
- Travel by Tourist Train Aguas Calientes-Ollantaytambo
- Tourist Transport Ollantaytambo-Cusco
- Transfer to Cusco airport
- End of services
DETAILED ITINERARY
DAY 01: PICK UP FROM AIRPORT – WALKING TOUR IN CUSCO
Our adventure through the city of Cusco will start by picking you up from the airport and taking you to your hotel in one of our modern vehicles.
The tour starts with the pick up from your hotel and then we will go to the neighborhood of San Cristobal (Qolqampata), located in the upper part of the city to have a panoramic view of the city.
Continuing with our tour we will arrive to the Qantupata neighborhood where we will enter the street of 7 borreguitos, one of the most beautiful streets and visited by tourists where we will have some time in the huaca sapantiana (Inca shrine) and then visit the colonial aqueduct of this Huaca, we will also have a stop at the colonial bridge of Choquechaqa to share a little of the history of the place we continue with the walk and arrive at the neighborhood of San Blas exactly to the Tandapata street.
This neighborhood is also known as the “Barrio de los Artesanos“, which is characterized by its narrow and long streets, and what to say of its striking and rustic colonial mansions, its small squares, its staircases and the most attractive of this tour is that the entire road and the walls are made of stone, we continue making the journey to the street 7 diablitos, 7 angelitos to reach the beautiful viewpoint of San Blas, where we will have another beautiful view and a time to enjoy this great place.
To continue with this fascinating experience we will know another important point known as the route of the Qapaqñan (the network of roads of the Inca), then descend to the main square of the neighborhood, enjoy its water fountains.
Then we head to the street of “Hatun Rumiyoc” to visit the stone of the 12 angles, we will have some time to dress in a typical costume of the area.
We will arrive at the main square of the city, surrounded by the imposing and beautiful colonial temples where we will have time for photos and explanation about the place, then we will continue our tour visiting the Basilica Cathedral, the temple of La Merced, the temple of San Francisco and finally head to the local market of San Pedro where we will have a time and an unforgettable experience.
At the end of our tour we will have the afternoon free to visit the surroundings of the city.
THIS TOUR INCLUDES:
- Tourist Transportation
- Professional guide
- Entrance tickets to the places of visit
RECOMMENDATIONS FOR THE WALKING TOUR
- Light clothing
- Comfortable shoes/sneakers
- Small backpack with personal belongings
- Camera
- Cash for shopping
- Mineral water
- Sunscreen and sun hat
Breakfast – Passenger / Lunch – Passenger / Dinner – Passenger
DAY 2: MACHU PICCHU FULL DAY TOUR
At the agreed time after breakfast at the hotel, we will go to Ollantaytambo station (2 hrs. Approx.).
We will board the train according to the chosen schedule and head to Machu Picchu Pueblo.
We will meet the guide at the bus station to board the bus that will take us to the sanctuary of Machu Picchu the travel time is about 30 minutes.
Upon arrival of the bus we will find the entrance door to the Sanctuary of Machu Picchu where we present our income, passport or identity card.
Together with the guide we will enter the Sanctuary of Machu Picchu and we will have a guided tour of approximately 2 hours, where we will know the important points of the Inca citadel.
At the end of the tour we will have free time to take pictures in Machupicchu.
Then the guide will say goodbye to us, so that we board the bus back to the town of Aguas Calientes, where we can enjoy a delicious lunch at a restaurant of your choice.
In the afternoon we will have time to visit the handicraft markets or a short walk through the city.
At the appropriate time we will board our tourist train with arrival in Ollanta. 1.40 hrs. arrival at Ollantaytambo train station where agency staff will be waiting for your transfer to your hotel in Cusco. 1.50 hrs.
At the appropriate time we will go to Cusco airport.
The tour to Machu Picchu includes:
- Tourist Transportation Cusco-Ollantaytambo-Cusco
- Train ticket Ollantaytambo – Machu Picchu round trip
- Professional guide
- Bus up and down
- Entrance tickets to Machu Picchu
- Transfer Hotel – Airport
RECOMMENDATIONS FOR THE MACHUPICCHU TOUR
- Warm clothes
- Small backpack with personal belongings
- Camera
- Cash for shopping
- Mineral water
- Sun block and sun hat
Breakfast – Hotel / Lunch – Passenger / Dinner – Passenger
INCLUDES
THIS TOUR INCLUDES
- 1 night hotel in Cusco
- All transfers
- All tickets or entrance fees to the archaeological sites
- Transfer Terminal or Airport – Hotel in Cusco
- Tourist Guide and Transportation
On Tour in Machu Picchu
- Tourist Train to and from Machu Picchu Expedition
- Bus up and down Machu Picchu
- Entrance to Machu Picchu Sanctuary
- Professional guide in Machu Picchu
- Transfer from train station Ollanta – Cusco
This tour does NOT include
- International and domestic flights
- Personal expenses
- Tips
PRICES AND HOTELS
GROUP SERVICE TOURNational Holidays in Cusco PRICE PER PERSON in Double or Matrimonial Room Minimum 02 people | |
TOURS + HOTELS / TOURISTHotels in Cusco: Hotel Príncipe III, Hotel Mayu Cusco, Miski Tayta Hotel Machu Picchu Pueblo: Inkas Land, Mapi Seven, Andino Machu Picchu Type of train TouristRoundtrip: Expedition (Peru Rail) or The Voyager (Inca Rail) | |
TOURS + HOTELS / EXECUTIVEHotels in Cusco: Hotel Saska Boutique, Hotel Inca Wasi, Munay Wasi Hotel Machu Picchu Pueblo: Hotel Hatun Inti Classic, Hotel Ferre Machu Picchu, Hotel Santuario Type of train TouristOne way: Expedition (Peru Rail) or The Voyager (Inca Rail) | |
TOURS + HOTELS / SUPERIORHotels in Cusco: Hotel Xima Cusco, Hotel Sonesta Posada, Casa Andina Catedral Hotel Machu Picchu Pueblo: H. Taipikala Machu Picchu, H. Casa Andina Standard, H. Tierra Viva Type of train TouristRoundtrip: Vistadome Observatory or 360 Lounge (Inca Rail) | |
Important Note:
If in the Hotel 2 or 3 service you prefer to add the VISTADOME Train service, the additional cost is US$ 40.00 per person round trip.
Differential prices for students, children, infants.
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Getting to know the Fiestas Patrias Tour in Cusco
Questions for the Fiestas Patrias Tour in Cusco
What is the best time to travel to Cusco?
The best time to travel to Cusco is during the dry season, which runs from May to October. During this period, the weather is generally dry and sunny, with daytime temperatures ranging from 18°C to 22°C. Nights can be quite cold, with temperatures dropping to around 5°C, especially in June and July.g
The rainy season in Cusco runs from November to March, and during this period you can expect regular rains, especially in January and February. Rainfall can be heavy and can cause disruptions to transportation and tourist activities.
Keep in mind that, although the dry season is the best time to visit Cusco in terms of weather, it is also the busiest time in terms of tourism.
What are the main tourist attractions in Cusco?
Cusco is a city full of history and culture, and there are many interesting things to see and do. Some of the most popular tourist attractions in Cusco:
- The Plaza de Armas: Cusco’s main square is an impressive place surrounded by impressive historical buildings such as the Cusco Cathedral and the Archbishop’s Palace.
- The Temple of the Sun (Qorikancha): This temple is one of the most important monuments of the Inca era. Currently, you can visit the Convent of Santo Domingo, which was built on the ruins of the Temple of the Sun.
- The Sacsayhuaman Fortress: It is an impressive Inca fortress located on the outskirts of the city of Cusco. The fortress has huge stone walls that weigh several tons and offers an impressive view of the city of Cusco.
- San Pedro Market: It is one of the largest markets in Cusco, where you can find local products and handicrafts. The market is a popular place to buy souvenirs and souvenirs.
- The Twelve Angles Stone: This is an impressive carved stone found on a wall of a colonial house near Cusco’s Plaza de Armas. The stone is known for its perfection and precision carving.
What is Sacsayhuaman?
Sacsayhuaman is an impressive Inca fortress located on the hill of Cusco. It was built in the 15th century under the rule of the Inca Pachacutec and is believed to have been used for both defensive and ceremonial purposes.
The fortress consists of three parallel stone walls that extend along a hill with a total length of more than 400 meters. The stones used in the construction are enormous and weigh several tons, but they are fitted together so perfectly that not even a sheet of paper can be inserted between them.
Today, Sacsayhuaman is a popular tourist destination and one of the main attractions in the city of Cusco. Visitors can explore the fortress, admire the breathtaking views of the city of Cusco from the top of the hill and learn about the history and culture of the Incas.
What is the weather like in Cusco?
The climate in Cusco varies according to the time of the year.
- The dry season (April to October): During this time, the weather in Cusco is generally dry and sunny, with temperatures ranging between 18°C and 20°C. Nights can be cold, with temperatures dropping as low as 5°C. This is the best time to visit Cusco, as weather conditions are ideal for exploring the city and outdoor activities such as hiking and trekking.
- Rainy season (November to March): During this season, Cusco experiences frequent rains and cooler temperatures, with an average temperature of 16°C. Nights can be cooler, with temperatures dropping as low as 3°C. Rainfall can be quite intense and prolonged, which can make outdoor activities difficult.
It is important to keep in mind that the weather in Cusco can be unpredictable, even during the dry season. It is advisable to wear appropriate clothing for the weather and be prepared for sudden changes in temperature and rain.
Cusco City Tour
During the city tour you will visit the main tourist attractions of the city of Cusco. Starting at the Cathedral of Cusco, Qoricancha, Sacsayhuaman, Qenqo, Puka – Pukara and finally Tambomachay.
Cusco, ancient capital of the Inca Empire, is a historic and touristic city in Peru. There are many things to see and do in the city of Cusco that can include:
- The Plaza de Armas: is the historic heart of the city and is the site of the Cusco Cathedral and the church of the Society of Jesus.
- The Temple of the Sun: also known as “Qorikancha”, is one of the most important surviving Inca buildings in the city.
- Sacsayhuaman: is an Inca fort built on a hill near Cusco. It is known for its impressive stone walls with giant blocks fitted with precision.
- Qenqo: where there is an Inca sanctuary and a cave with inscriptions and carved figures.
- San Pedro Market: a place to buy handicrafts and souvenirs.
Other Inca ruins in the city:
- Barrio de San Blas: is one of the most bohemian places in the city, it is famous for its art workshops, restaurants and bars, and for its panoramic views of the city.
- Take a stroll through its streets and squares to appreciate its architecture and feel its atmosphere, as well as taste its delicious traditional food in its restaurants.
Machu Picchu Tour
Machu Picchu is one of the most famous archaeological sites in the world and one of the main attractions of Peru. The visit to Machu Picchu begins in the city of Cusco, from where you have to go to the station folded Machu Picchu, is the base town to access Machu Picchu.
Once arrived at Machu Picchu village, you can go up by bus or walking to the entrance of Machu Picchu. Once inside, visitors can explore for a period of 2 hours, following the marked trails and seeing the main attractions, such as the ruins of the main square, the temples, the cultivation terraces and the panoramic views.
There are different types of circuits to visit Machu Picchu, depending on the time and availability,
It is important to mention that you must book in advance because there is a daily limit of visitors allowed, due to the importance and fragility of the place.
What to see in Machu Picchu?
- The Intihuatana, The Temple of the Sun: a large ceremonial building, probably dedicated to the god Inti, the sun god in Inca mythology.
- The Main Temple: A large structure with an impressive panoramic view of the nearby mountains.
- The Main Street: The main road that runs through the center of the city and connects the main areas of Machu Picchu.
- The Sun Gate: The main entrance to Machu Picchu and one of the most iconic points of the city.
- The thermal baths: Inca system of thermal baths.
- The Huayna Picchu mountain: an optional hike that offers even more impressive panoramic views of the ruins of Machu Picchu, the hike lasts 1 hour uphill to climb the Huayna Picchu mountain.
What to bring on my trip to Cusco?
If you are planning a trip to Cusco, there are some important items you should take with you to make sure you are comfortable and prepared for any situation. Some of the items you might consider bringing are:
- Appropriate clothing: Due to the variability of the climate in Cusco, it is important that you bring clothing suitable for different weather conditions. Include warm clothes for cold nights, comfortable clothes for walking, and comfortable, sturdy shoes for exploring the ruins and trails.
- Sunscreen: Cusco’s altitude means that the sun can be very strong during the day, so it is important to bring sunscreen to protect your skin.
- Water bottle: The altitude can also cause dehydration, so it is important to stay hydrated.
- Medications: If you take any medications regularly, make sure you bring enough for your trip. It is also a good idea to bring some basic medications for headaches, upset stomachs and colds.
- Cash: Although most places in Cusco accept credit cards, it is advisable to carry cash in Peruvian soles for shopping in local markets, paying for cabs and tipping.
- Plug adapter: If you are coming from another country, you may need a plug adapter for electrical outlets in Peru.
- Camera: Cusco is a beautiful place with many interesting landscapes and tourist attractions, so you will want to capture many memories in photos or videos.
