Top 10 Tours in Cusco Region, Peru

August 14, 2021 Alice Mieles

Cusco, also spelled Cuzco (Spanish pronunciation: [ˈkusko]; Quechua: Qusqu suyu), is a region in Peru. It is bordered by the Ucayali Region on the north; the Madre de Dios and Puno regions on the east; the Arequipa Region on the south; and the Apurímac, Ayacucho and Junín regions on the west. Its capital is Cusco, the capital of the Inca Empire.
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1. Machu Picchu official entrance ticket

MachuPicchu Center
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5.0 based on 6 reviews

Explore the Inca ruins of Machu Picchu at your own pace. Choose your own time to visit Machu Picchu. Discover highlights of the citadel on your own, such as the Temple of the Sun. Avoid long ticket lines at Machu Picchu by booking in advance.

Inclusions: Official Entrance ticket to the Inca ruins of Machu Picchu, Enter the trail to hike to the Inca Bridge with this ticket, Enter the trail to hike to the Sun Gate with this ticket, Explore the Inca ruins of Machu Picchu at your own pace

Exclusions: Entrance to hike Huaynapicchu mountain not included on this ticket, Entrance to hike Machupicchu Montaña not included on this ticket, Transportation to Machupicchu is NOT included, Guide or Guided Tour inside Machupicchu is NOT included

Reviewed By Rafael S

This was s really good experience. The historical site is amazing. And what made it extra perfect Alex Jesús the tour guide was amazing.  Very knowledgeable and friendly.  We moved through the city at a perfect pace not slow not fast. He knew all thr good photo locations and took some great photos of me. He speaks English very clearly and I could understand 100% of what he said all the time. He made good use of his book with pictures as well.   I'm very happy   If I was his boss I would give him a promotion.

2. Manu Adventure (4 Days)

Palotoa Amazon Travel
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5.0 based on 11 reviews

In this tour, we will travel through the mountains to enter to the cloud forest, where we’re gonna make some walks to observe several species of birds, orchids and maybe monkeys. After spending the night in our private lodge (Paradise Lodge), we will continue 3 hours by boat to “ Palotoa Amazon Lodge”in the way we will visit hot springs we will explore the primary rainforest (untouched) area with a chance to see many monkey species, birds like parrots and an unbelievable variability of plants like giant trees, palms and medical plants. At the end of the day, we will take a night-walk to observe spiders (tarantulas), insects, frogs and snakes. On the last day, we will return to Cusco by boat and bus.

Inclusions: Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, All terrestrial and fluvial transport, Team of security, Rubber boots., Mineral water, First aid kit, 3 meals per day vegetarian, option, Snack, Chef, Entrance to hot spring, and machuhuasi lake

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Reviewed By aviatorram

This was by far a trip o would always remember. Palotoa Amazon Travel were just beyond everything I had imagined. The guide, cook and the entire team was just incredible. This was the real Amazon Experience.

3. Classic Inca Trail to Machu Picchu 4D

TreXperience
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5.0 based on 114 reviews

The Classic Inca Trail to Machu Picchu 4 days 3 nights is considered one of the world’s oldest pilgrimages and consistently ranked among the ten best hikes on the planet. Over 4 days you will be hiking an ancient trail that was lost and reminded untouched together with Machu Picchu over hundreds of years. Why book with TreXperience Travel with an authentic Local Tour Operator from Cusco city We offer complimentary airport pick up and drop off We offer a real camping experience with tents and hot showers Support and visit Social Project that helps the education of local children Fare wages & proper treatment to porters and staff in the Inca Trail Arrive at the archeological sites at exclusive hours Come back to Cusco on the last days in the exclusive Panoramic trains

Inclusions: Safety briefing the day before the tour at 6:00 pm in our Office, Pick up from your hotel in the morning of the tour, All transportation during the duration of the trek, Duffle bag up to 7 kilos for your personal stuff to be carried by porters, Professional highly trained mountain tour guides, Experience happy chefs, porters, 3 nights camping in the mountains with comfortable equipment, All meals during the Trek with local organic ingredients except last lunch, Entrance ticket to Inca Trail and Machu Picchu, Bus down to Aguas Calientes from Machu Picchu, Panoramic Vistadome train on the last to come back to Cusco

Exclusions: Sleeping Bag, air mats, trekking poles (Can be rent from us), Tips for our staff: Optional., Huayna Picchu Mountain Tickets

Reviewed By Road432736

I can't express how incredibly grateful I am to TreXperience for an espetacular (one in a lifetime) experience. From the beginning each staff member I spoke with was responsive and helpful, starting with them combining 2 tours in 1 as an alternative to the Classic Inca Trail (which is currently close). The staff is highly professional, trustworthy and accommodating. I felt like all the staff genuinely cared, I was safe and comfortable at all times (even while camping). It was actually very luxurious from the incredible guide to the talented chef that created a feast at every meal (it was actually some of the best food I had while in Perù) and the friendly/helpful assistant. I would highly recommend TreXperience to anyone who wants to visit Perú. The quality of service, care and details are worth every cent (especially for a multiple-day adventure). It was beyond my expectations, truly perfection, mil gracias a todos!

4. Sacred Valley Complete Tour (Full Day)

Happy Gringo Tours
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5.0 based on 8 reviews

Sacred Valley of the Incas connected with the salt mines of Maras and the agricultural terraces Inca of Moray is an unforgettable tour for people who have little time in the city of Cusco. You will appreciate the beautiful Inca Valley and snow-capped mountains, fields of culture and villages full of color and tradition.

Inclusions: Transport, Bi-lingual Guide, Lunch

Exclusions: Full Tourist ticket (70 soles, Boleto Turistico, You can buy at the point of entry), Entry to Maras (10 soles, You can buy at the point of entry), Tips

Reviewed By TerryHam1

We went to hike around the sacred valley of the Incas which was amazing. We and our guide were the only hikers on the trail; the path was great; porters very friendly, the food of our chef fantastic. All the crew of Happy Gringo tours gave us a nice experience. The guide Henry is highly recommend to hike with to Machu Picchu. Thanks for this lifetime experience,

5. Rainbow Mountain in Quad Bike

Inka Explorer Viajes
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The tour is one of our exclusive and innovative products to the mountain of colors. Instead of walking for two hours uphill we change it for the adventure of driving the ATVs until we reach near the mountain of colors, this tour is a complete adventure for a completely different experience in the visit to Vinincunca.

Inclusions: Round Trip Transport from hotel in Cusco to Quad Bike base- back to Cusco main square, Professional three-lingual Guide (English , Spanish and portugues), Breakfast, Buffet Lunch, Kawasaki Brute Force 300 Quad Bike, Fuel for Quad Bikes, Helmet, Oxygen, First Aid Kit, ATV gloves

Exclusions: Entrance Ticket to Rainbow Mountain., Extras

Reviewed By kalyanihariharan

It was a very good value for time and money. Saw pretty much all sited of the Sacred Valley of Incas. The guide, Arturo explained many things. He shared many things that we could not find in guide book or website. Highly recommend them.

6. Manu national park tour 4days/3night

Amazon Trip Peru
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5.0 based on 12 reviews

We are Local Tour Operator and Sustainable Travel Agency. Specialist in Manu Rainforest Expeditions, Tambopata Tours & Tours in Perú. Especially Birding Tours Perú. Manu National Park is one of the largest protected areas in the world, containing much of the Peruvian Wildlife greatest flora and fauna. Almost 25,000 rare and endemic species reside here, with its inaccessibility playing a crucial role in preserving Manu before it was declared a Peruvian National Park, UNESCO World Heritage Site and UNESCO Biosphere Reserve

Inclusions: • 03 meals per day semi buffet, vegetarian, vegan optional and snacks., • Private tourism bus Round Trip., ticket to manu national park, mineral water, • Bilingual native tour guide with Telescope and Binocular., • Private boat with Efficient team of motorists and security. , • Comfortable Eco lodge with private rooms, towels, mosquito net, showers and toilets., • Rubber boots , •Comfortable Eco lodge with private rooms, towels, mosquito net, showers and toilets., • Radio communication service during the whole Trip.

Exclusions: • First day Breakfast and Mineral Water, • Insurance, • Tips

Reviewed By marthak88

My husband and I booked a private tour for 7 days/6 nights in the Manu Biosphere with a particular emphasis on birding. Our adventure started on Feb. 27th. While we knew this would be during the rainy season, we also knew it would be our only chance. We were not disappointed. Far from it. We had an incredible trip. Starting with the advice and support we got pre-trip from Percy, to the expert knowledge and skill of our guide Simon, to the amazing food prepared by Eloy, and including the skill of our drivers (van and boat). We never once questioned our safety despite several iffy road situations and a river swollen from recent rains. Two weeks prior to our trip serious landslides closed numerous roads in the region. During our trip we had the unusual experience of observing an ocelot walk several hundred meters along the river bank. We observed at least nine different primates and identified 211 different bird species (Simon saw at least 50 others that we didn't). The giant otters were out playing the morning we spent on Salvador Oxbow Lake. We spotted a south american coati on the river shore. Waking up to the roar of howler monkeys is hard to describe. Overall an incredible adventure. The three lodges we stayed in were all decent with mosquito netting, electricity, real toilets, and one even had Wi-Fi (Paraiso, El Dorado, Casa Matsiguenka). The food, prepared by Eloy, was outstanding, fresh, full of vegetables, and we teased him about making enough for three times more people than we had. No one will go hungry with Eloy cooking. Breakfast, snack, lunch, appetizer, and dinner every day. Sometimes a table and chairs would be popped up for a lunch beside the road, sometimes we ate in the boat, but most of the time we ate in the lodge dining room with Simon. Simon was absolutely amazing at finding birds and other animals in the jungle that we never would have seen otherwise. Percy, the boat driver, came on several birding expeditions and had a very keen eye. We enjoyed talking with Simon during the trip about his experiences. He grew up in the Manu region and is clearly passionate about the jungle and all its gems (birds, mammals, insects, reptiles, plants, and people). He has led multiple expeditions for researchers and explorers. We speak very little Spanish but Simon is proficient in English. As far as it being the rainy season, I believe we got lucky. It didn't rain that much and when it did it was usually at night. There were only a couple hikes we did where I needed to put on mosquito repellent. Sun burn was way more of an issue for us. Several reviews have commented on the road and the length of time is takes to get to the jungle. For us, every minute on the bus and in the boat was worth it. We won't forget this experience and the people who made us feel like royalty as we got the briefest glimpse of this amazing natural area. I hope Peru's government can continue to protect this unique natural resource. Thank you Percy, Simon, Eloy, and the rest of Amazon Trip Peru's staff for sharing your gifts with us.

7. Huaynapicchu mountain hike + Machu Picchu entrance ticket

MachuPicchu Center
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Hike to the summit of Huaynapicchu one of the top attractions when you visit Machu Picchu. You can choose to enter Machu Picchu at 6am, 7am or 8am. The 6am and 7am ticket allows you to hike Huaynapicchu at 7am. The 8am ticket allows you to hike Huaynapicchu at 10am. The hike will take you approximately 3 hours round trip for the short trail and about 4 hours round trip if you do the long trail to reach the Temple of the Moon. You can explore the Inca ruins of Machu Picchu with this same ticket and discover highlights of the citadel on your own, such as the Temple of the Sun, the Sacred Rock, etc. Avoid long ticket lines at Machu Picchu by booking in advance.

Inclusions: Official ticket to enter the trail to hike to the summit of Huaynapicchu, Official Entrance ticket to the Inca ruins of Machu Picchu, Explore the Inca ruins of Machu Picchu at your own pace, Enter the trail to hike to the Sun Gate with this ticket, Enter the trail to hike to the Inca Bridge with this ticket

Exclusions: Guide or Guided Tour inside Machupicchu is NOT included, Entrance to hike Machupicchu Montaña not included on this ticket, Transportation to Machupicchu is NOT included

Reviewed By Rafael S

This was s really good experience. The historical site is amazing. And what made it extra perfect Alex Jesús the tour guide was amazing.  Very knowledgeable and friendly.  We moved through the city at a perfect pace not slow not fast. He knew all thr good photo locations and took some great photos of me. He speaks English very clearly and I could understand 100% of what he said all the time. He made good use of his book with pictures as well.   I'm very happy   If I was his boss I would give him a promotion.

8. 2-Day Inca Trail To Machu Picchu

Happy Gringo Tours
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The Short Inca Trail Trek to Machu Picchu is a spectacular hike with beautiful scenery, a wide variety of flora and fauna with fantastic panoramas of the Andes mountains on the way to the lost citadel of the Incas. See our short Inca path reviews on TripAdvisor, ask for Inka tours permits and check the best inca trail tours → Let’s take a great adventure before arriving Machu Picchu; with our group service and enjoying at the same time a light hike through many archaeological sites. Arrive to Sun’s Gate (Inti Punku), prepare yourself to be amazed with the best panoramic view of the wonder of the world - Machu Picchu-

Inclusions: Breakfast, Lunch, Return transportation by train and bus to Cusco, Inca Trail and Machu Picchu tickets

Exclusions: Entrance to Huayna Picchu Mountain and Machu Picchu Montaña, Breakfast on Day 1, lunch and dinner on Day 2, Tips for your Inca Trail Guide, Travel Insurance, you are strongly recommended to take out travel insurance for the hike.

Reviewed By ajccardona6190

I made a serious error when booking this tour. I had my days mixed up and was not able to do my full day tour as I arrived in cusco at noon. Happy Gringro could have just kept my payment and not honored my trip as it was my error in booking. They actually called me and made arrangements to Make a modified personal tour for me and my wife later the same day. That is customer service at its best. I had the error they had no obligation to help and they did. I strongly recommend this group. Marco was very knowledgeable .

9. Fully hands-on High End Peruvian Cooking Class & San Pedro Market Guided Visit

Plazoleta San Pedro, Calle Santa Clara, Cusco 08002, Peru TASTE Peruvian Cooking Studio
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Be immersed into a fascinating trip to the San Pedro Market, where you’ll be introduced to a vast variety of local and ancient products, learn about the history behind them and their impact in today modern Peruvian gastronomy. Later, we’ll invite you to our cozy cooking studio, located inside a colonial times house (two blocks away from the market), where you’ll step back in time to enjoy a modern Peruvian cooking class guided by a professional Peruvian chef.

Inclusions: An advanced english speaking professional chef and guide (Fully Vaccinated), A fully immersive one tour across the local San Pedro Market., A three hours hands-on cooking class in our private Cooking Studio., Pisco Sour making class., Hands on opportunity to create a three course Andean/Peruvian inspired meal., Exotic fruit tasting dessert., All ingredients and equipment., Purified water., Coffee and/or Tea, Alcoholic Beverages

Exclusions: Gratuities, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Extra Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)

Reviewed By jetvdberg

Due to a cancellation I was alone in the cooking lesson, and it was the best: private class! Ricardo was the best, I had so much fun with him. He is such a good laugh and really makes you feel at home and teaches you how to cook the traditional but modern dishes. Obviously, the food was amazing as well, especially the pisco sour! Again, thank you Ricardo, was one of my favorite things to do in Cusco :)

10. Private Full-Day Tour To Machu Picchu with Lunch

Kantu Peru Tours
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Visit one of the seven wonders of the world with a unique service and a local Tour guide 100 % expert and with very good English domain, Enjoy the magic, the landscape, food, people and the great history of this place. This experience is private and personalized with lunch included, so you can make a dream come true.

Inclusions: Private guided tour in Machu Picchu (from 2 to 2:30 hrs), Local English- or Spanish-speaking guide, Lunch (appetizer and main course)., Private transfer to Ollantaytambo Train Station (Round Trip), Hotel pickup and drop-off. Note: Some hotels are in areas where the access by vehicle is not permitted. Send hotel details in order to arrange your pickup and drop-off in a nearby place if necessary., Conssetur Bus for go up and down to Machu Picchu

Exclusions: Gratuities, Food and drinks, unless specified

Reviewed By gaving1234

This was a fantastic tour led by a guide named Eddie. Eddie was incredible! He was very knowledgeable, his English was fantastic, and he really made sure everyone could go at a pace they wanted to. We took our time, took many photos, and really enjoyed the experience.

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