City Tour: 4 Ruins
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Sacsayhuamán or Sacsahuamán
Sacsayhuamán: The Fortress of the Royal Eagle
Derived from the Quechua term “Saksaywaman”, meaning “(fortress) of the royal eagle”, this site is a ceremonial temple used by the Incas. It is located two kilometers north of Cusco, Peru.
Construction began during the reign of Sapa Inca Pachacútec in the 15th century, but it was Huayna Cápac who completed it in the 16th century.
Inti Raymi – Festival of the Sun
Every June 24th, during the winter solstice, Sacsayhuamán hosts the annual Inti Raymi festival. This grand celebration reenacts the Inca ritual of worshiping Inti, the Sun God, attracting visitors from around the world to witness this spectacular cultural event.
Qenqo
The Mysterious Inca Labyrinth
Qenqo (also known as Kenko) is one of Cusco’s most important archaeological sites, located at 3,580 meters above sea level. It lies just 4 kilometers from Cusco, near Sacsayhuamán and other significant Inca sites.
The name Qenqo comes from the Quechua word “Q’inqu,” meaning “labyrinth”, referring to its zigzag-shaped stone channels and underground galleries that extend in multiple directions.
It is believed that Qenqo was a ceremonial site where the Incas worshipped their deities, including the Sun, Moon, mountains, and Earth. Even today, this enigmatic place remains shrouded in mystery, captivating visitors with its intricate carvings and sacred atmosphere.
Puca Pucara
The Red Fortress
Puca Pucara is a military construction located near Cusco, Peru. This fortress, made up of large walls, terraces, and stairways, was part of the defensive system of both Cusco and the Inca Empire.
The name Puca Pucara comes from the Quechua term meaning “Red Fortress,” due to the reddish hue the stones take on during sunset. In addition to its military function, Puca Pucara also served as an administrative center and features agricultural terraces, overlapping platforms, staircases, and passageways, showcasing Inca military architecture at its finest.
Tambomachay
The Inca Water Temple
Tambomachay, also known as Tampumachay in Quechua (meaning “Place of Rest”), is an archaeological site dedicated to the worship of water and as a resting place for Inca nobility.
Located in the Andean mountain range, just 7 kilometers (15 minutes) northeast of Cusco, at an altitude of 3,700 meters above sea level, Tambomachay features a sophisticated system of aqueducts, canals, and waterfalls that flow through the rocks, demonstrating the advanced hydraulic engineering of the Incas.
It is believed that Tambomachay also housed a royal garden, irrigated by a complex network of water channels specifically designed for this purpose. Additionally, this site served as a checkpoint for travelers coming from the Antisuyo region, as evidenced by the presence of a watchtower used for surveillance and control.
ITINERARY
1.- Hotel Pickup
2.- Visit to Sacsayhuamán
3.- Then, Visit to Qenqo
4.- Afterward, Visit to Puca Pucara
5.- Next, Visit to Tambomachay
6.- Finally, Return to Your Hotel
1.- Entrance Fees
2.- With/Without Meals
3.- Personal Expenses
4.- With/Without Guide
1.- Location: City Tour Excursion
2.- Hotel Pickup in Cusco
3.- Private Tourist Transport
4.- Visit to Each Tourist Attraction
5.- With/Without Guide
1.- Original Passport or ID
2.- Warm or Light Clothing According to the Weather
3.- Cap or Wide-Brimmed Hat, Sunscreen, and Sunglasses
4.- Personal Medications
5.- Comfortable Footwear, Bottled Water or Canteen
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