Top Experiences in San Blas

If you're planning a trip to Cusco, Peru, you're in for a treat, and I'm here to make your experience even more memorable with my chocolate workshop. Cusco is known for its rich history, vibrant culture, and stunning landscapes, and the world of chocolate is a significant part of the city's heritage. As a passionate chocolatier, I'm excited to offer you an experience that will take you on a journey through the history, art, and science of chocolate.

In conclusion, our chocolate workshop in Cusco is an authentic and unforgettable experience that combines history, culture, art, and science. You'll learn about the history of chocolate, make your own chocolate, taste the difference, support local farmers, and take home a delicious souvenir. Don't miss the opportunity to indulge in this sweet adventure - book your chocolate workshop today!

You will start in Coricancha, the "Temple of the Sun", its construction was ordered by Inca Pachacutec (1438-1471) and was used as base for the construction of the Santo Domingo Convent upon the arrival of the Spaniards. Its walls were covered with gold sheets and its courtyards were planted with golden corn and life-size llamas. You will then go to the Cathedral (1560 - 1654), one of the most splendid Spanish colonial churches in America, which is shaped as a Latin Cross and houses about 400 colonial paintings from the Cusco art school, and impressive goldsmith, silversmith and precious stones works. Finally, you will be transfer to San Blas, which built impressive stone constructions at a short distance of the Main Square. It is still possible to see the unmistakable rigor of the Inca walls at the base of many constructions. Today the quarter is a conglomerate of charming small cobblestone streets that are very popular among craftspeople, who sell their works on the street.

A tour to stretch your legs. San Blas quarter was originally used as dwellings for the Inca nobles, which built impressive stone constructions at a short distance of what used to be Huacaypata and it is the current place of the Main Square. It is still possible to see the unmistakable rigor of the Inca walls at the base of many constructions. Today the quarter is a conglomerate of charming small cobblestone streets that are very popular among craftspeople, who sell their works on the street. Among its main attractions is the Church of San Blas, a temple that is a work of art of incalculable value. Your visit will be panoramic because it is in refraction. At the end of the tour, you will return to your hotel.

Walk among the most iconic places in the city of Cuzco. Begin in the Plaza de Armas with the beautiful Cathedral of Cuzco. Visit the Koricancha Temple and discover the bustling neighborhood of San Blas.

Your tour will begin in Coricancha also known as the Temple of the Sun, the construction of which was ordered by Inca Pachacútec (1438-1471) and was used as base for the construction of the Santo Domingo Convent upon the arrival of the Spaniards. You will then go to the Cathedral, one of the most splendid Spanish colonial churches in America, which is shaped as a Latin Cross and houses about 400 colonial paintings from the Cusco art school, and impressive goldsmith, silversmith and precious stones works. Its construction started since 1560 to 1654. The Ecclesiastical Chapter ordered to extract hundreds of stones from the Sacsayhuamán fortress for this purpose. You will finally go the San Blas quarter, located at a short distance of the Main Square. Today the neighborhood is a conglomeration of charming cobblestone streets. The Church of San Blas is located in its center and was built in 1544 on top of an Inca sanctuary. Your visit will be panoramic.

Get to know Peru through its flavours on this Cusco tour that teaches you all you need to know about one of Peru's most unique creations – the Pisco Sour! Learn about the different kinds of Pisco while you walk through the bohemian streets of Cusco and be ready to prepare your very own Pisco Sour. We couldn't teach you any more about this legendary drink on this tour even if we tried.

Your private guide will pick you up in the morning or afternoon depending on your choice. We will start in the San Blas neighborhood, the oldest and mystical part of Cusco currently populated by artists and artisans where they will reveal the history and culture of the imperial city in an artistic way. You will also know the San Blas market where you try traditional, organic and vegetarian food. Then,we will visit the famous 12 angled stone,known for its detailed workmanship and representative of Inca architecture. Later, we will enter the principal plaza of Cusco to visit the Cathedral, the most important religious site where I will show you the greatest works of art from the Cusqueña school of art. After that, you will visit the Qoricancha which was the most adored and respected temples of the Inca Empire. To end, we will go to the famous San Pedro market where you will see a large variety of Andean products.

This tour is ideal for travelers who come to the city of Arequipa and would also have the intention of knowing the world of Machu Picchu.
In addition to Cusco, its archaeological centers and the mountain of seven colors. Finish the service where it began in the city of Arequipa lasting a week.
Ideal also for travelers arriving from Santiago de Chile with a direct flight to Arequipa and wish to plan a week of tours in Arequipa and Cusco, being amazed by our beautiful landscapes and leaving them again at the end of the tour at the airport for the return to their country.

Tour Cusco in a profound manner. A program designed with a high concentration on special details at every moment of the trip, that will make you live and feel a very special connection in body and spirit. In this place the energy of the land flows in a very intense way.

Cusco is full of Inca streets full of stories and I'm going to take photos while you are enjoying Cusco. We will show you our favorite secret places to photograph your trip in a natural, fun, and spontaneous way.

The idea is that you enjoy your trip while and we take great photoshoot of your experience.

In this original walking tour through Cusco we take you to the highlights of the historical center, the bohemian streets in San Blas, the local San Pedro market and Qoricancha. Our local tour guide will show you around in the city and will tell stories about the beautiful architecture and history. He will also take you to the local market, where you will see lots of fresh fruit, vegetables and herbs. During this tour, you will participate in a lot of street food tasting. The tour will start in the afternoon, so the tasty street food will have you full for dinnertime. The costs of the tour is 39 USD and will last about 3,5 hours.

Visit the ancient capital of the Incas on a 4-hour hike through historic Inca and Spanish streets. The picturesque neighborhood of San Blas (area of artisans who delight us with their colonial works in carvings, Cusco paintings and imagery), the street of the Stone of the 12 angles, the Plaza de Armas with the impressive Cathedral, repository of a colonial art left by the Spanish culture, the majestic Qoricancha or Temple of the Sun and ending with the local grocery market of San Pedro, with tasting of products that are not always you. known.
City Tour on Foot in Cuzco is an excursion where you can enjoy and learn about our history and architecture and above all our guide takes care of making your experience pleasant and unforgettable.

Discover the rich history and fascinating modern culture of Cusco, the ancient capital of the Inca empire, during this 4- to 5-hour walking tour with a private guide. Tour the streets of this incredible Inca city, following your guide on foot through the city's main square and past its imposing cathedral. You will also see the impressive ruins of the Qorikancha temple of the Incas.

• See the highlights of Cusco, including the San Pedro market, during this private walking tour
• Explore the wealth of historical artifacts inside the Cusco Cathedral, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
• Learn about Inca religious life at Qorikancha, the empire's revered 'Temple of the Sun'.
• Experience the daily life of Cusco during a visit to the produce stalls and handicraft vendors of the San Pedro market.
• The private tour ensures that you see the best of Cusco while receiving the attention of your guide.

We will visit several of the attractions exposed to us the fascinating town of Cusco. This is one of the largest villages that protect its Hispanic and colonial history and architecture. We will visit the great museums of Cusco, which keep great works of the ancient ethnicities that Vivian in these lands.

Explore Cusco city at nighttime, visiting the most beautiful neighborhoods. Amaze at the impressive Historical Center, where time has stopped to show us the impressive architecture of the Colonial buildings lying over the Incan foundations. Marvel at the massive walls of the 12 angles stone street, visit the picturesque area of San Blas area, where local artisans produce and sell their own products to later go to a Local Bar and have Pisco sour lessons, where we learn history and types of Pisco and how to make our own delicious cocktail. To finish this wonderful night, we will go to a local restaurant to taste the typical Pollo a la Brasa (fried Chicken) - a Peruvian favorite 

Highlights
• Discover the hidden secret of Cusco by Night
• Visit the most popular Neighborhoods and enjoy the views 
• Visit a local bar to make your Pisco Sour
• Try the Peruvian Favorite Pollo a la Brasa
• We work with Local Tour Guides

You will start the tour of Sacsayhuamán, one of the emblematic buildings of the Incas (declared Cultural Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO) erected in the fifteenth century. It is an immense fortress built with large stones whose transfer and carving is still a mystery. Return to the city and visit the neighbourhood of San Blas, originally inhabited by the Inca nobility. Today it is a conglomerate of beautiful cobbled streets and popular among artisans. Then, visit the Cathedral located in the Main Square. Its construction began in 1560. Thousands of stones were extracted and transported from the Sacsayhuaman fortress. Then, visit the hurch of La Merced, a masterpiece of modern baroque style. Marvel at its beautiful interior courtyard, carved wooden ceilings and imposing altars. Finally yo will visit Coricancha, also known as ´The Temple of the Sun´ (QuriKancha; golden temple). Upon the arrival of the Spanish, it became the basis for the construction of the Santo Domingo Convent.

Discover the highlights of Peru on a 6-day private tour from Lima. Visit the Sacred Valley of the Incas, including the Maras Salt Terraces and the amazing circular terraces of Moray plus the Ollantaytambo Ruins. Discover Machu Picchu with your tour guide and wander through the cobblestone streets and explore ancient Cusco, capital of the Incan Empire. Your tour includes accommodation, transportation and a guide.

Welcome to Cusco! Ancient Incas city, in this tour you will have the opportunity to explore the most important and hidden place of Cusco where the Incas history are located. Also you will have the opportunity to have an orientation tour of the city.

Itinerary
We want give you a warm welcome to Cusco, with this amazing tour exploring the city of Cusco where you will have the opportunity to visit the San Blas neighborhood, the 12 angles stone, the main square and its great history, and then pass to the impressive place of Qoricancha (Sun temple) the most important place in Cusco in the Incas time. Then finally visiting the interesting place of San Pedro Market with its local people and traditions. This tour also will be an orientation to know more about the city nowadays to show you where to find good restaurants, artisan markets and other interesting places. It last around 3 hours.

Lima, City of Kings. Cusco, the navel of the world. Lake Titicaca, where the legend begins. Three stories as three ways to get to know Peru. An incredible way to see and experience the best this country has to offer, all in one trip.

Discover the very best of both Lima and Cusco on a 7-day tour of Peru. Visit the famous landmarks and government buildings of Lima before heading south to Cusco and exploring ancient Inca ruins and the famous citadel of Machu Picchu. With enough free time to explore both cities on your own, this week-long itinerary in Peru fits the budget while satisfying your need to explore.

VIPAC Special Cancellation Policy: You will get a 90% refund, if you cancel this tour 15 days before the departure day.

"El Balcón del díablo" or "Devil´s Balcony", presents a perfect harmony between nature and Inca architecture, with constructions located in the rocks that seem to be one. At the top of the cliff, a crack works as a viewpoint of the whole site. The trek continues to Zone X, known for its natural rock labyrinths. After lunch en route, visit the Temple of the Moon; here you will learn more about the Andean cosmovision and its link with the stars and forces of nature. Later visit the archaeological complex of Cusilluchayoc, and after exploring it, undertake the return to Cusco, following the route of the old Inca road that went to the Antisuyo. Enter the city through San Blas, a neighbourhood known for its talented artisans, where the tour ends.

Today you will know the wonderful city of Cusco on a walking tour. Start in the Main Square, where the church of Compañía de Jesus and the Cathedral are located. The tour continues to San Blas, passing through the street where the famous 12-angle stone is located, which stands out for its edges and precision. Then arrive in San Blas, originally inhabited by the Inca nobility, today it is known for hosting the most prestigious artisan workshops in the city. Its streets are full of imposing stone constructions. The descent continues towards the Coricancha also known as "The temple of the Sun". Here, homage was paid to the sun ("Inti") during the Inca Empire. The tour continues to Plaza Regocijo, surrounded by colonial houses such as the Casa de Garcilaso de la Vega and to Plaza San Francisco. The tour ends at the San Pedro market, an exquisite display of thousands of products from different areas of Cusco that you can perceive with all your senses. Finally, you will return to your hotel.

These days you will visit the most important places of Cusco such as: City tour Cusco, Humantay
lake, Machu Picchu that is a wonder of the world and rainbow mountain.

A transportation service will pick you up from the hotel for your half day tour in Cusco. Start visiting the traditional and bohemian neighborhood of San Blas, residence of artists and craftsmen. Discover its streets, between bars, shops and art galleries. Then you will be transferred to the dynamic market of San Pedro, which has a lot of stalls selling local products such as different varieties of potatoes, traditional Andean food, flowers, among many others. When finished, go to the main square and visit the Cathedral and the Convent of Santo Domingo, which was built on top of the most important temple of the Inca Empire: Coricancha. Finally, visit the impressive fortress of Sacsayhuaman, where the Inti Raymi (Festival of the Sun) is made, on June 24 of each year.

These days you will visit the most important places of Cusco such as: City tour Cusco, Sacred Valley,
Machu Picchu that is a wonder of the world, Rainbow Mountain and Qeswachaka bridge.

First time in Cusco? Join us for a walking tour in Cusco. We will learn more about the Inca civilization, visit the remaining streets, palaces and temples all rich with history. Learn about Peruvian and local culture in a 2 hour visit by foot.

Join us for an enriching journey through the vibrant streets of Cusco, where every corner is steeped in history and cultural significance. Our expert bilingual guides will lead you on a captivating exploration, unveiling the city's fascinating past and authentic charm firsthand. From the enchanting cultural enclave of San Blas to the breathtaking vistas of Plaza San Cristobal, each moment promises discovery and delight. Whether you're traveling solo, with family, or in a group, our tour caters to all, offering personalized experiences tailored to your preferences. Embark on this unforgettable adventure and immerse yourself in the heart and soul of Cusco.

This charming walking tour of Cusco offers history, culture and art. The Main Square is a must, where we will see the colonial architecture that remains intact to this day, but its history is much older since it used as foundations the walls of Inca enclosures. Also located in the square is the Cathedral. It was built by the Spanish on top of the palace of the Inca Huiracoha. Its interior houses a wonderful collection of colonial art composed of goldsmith pieces and representative canvases of the Cusco School. Within walking distance is the Koricancha, which during the Tahuantinsuyo was a center of worship to the Sun and on which later the convent of Santo Domingo. Its baroque facade built on the solid Inca walls perfectly summarizes the syncretism of cultures in Cusco. The route will take us uphill through beautiful narrow streets to San Blas, known for being home to local artists craft workshops. Its the perfect place to shop and take something special of this magical city with us!

If you're planning a trip to Cusco, Peru, you're in for a treat, and I'm here to make your experience even more memorable with my chocolate workshop. Cusco is known for its rich history, vibrant culture, and stunning landscapes, and the world of chocolate is a significant part of the city's heritage. As a passionate chocolatier, I'm excited to offer you an experience that will take you on a journey through the history, art, and science of chocolate.

In conclusion, our chocolate workshop in Cusco is an authentic and unforgettable experience that combines history, culture, art, and science. You'll learn about the history of chocolate, make your own chocolate, taste the difference, support local farmers, and take home a delicious souvenir. Don't miss the opportunity to indulge in this sweet adventure - book your chocolate workshop today!

Discover the beauties of Peruvian Andes and visit Machu Picchu, the Sacred Valley, Cusco and the magical Lake Titicaca. Have an overnight adventure in a local house on Taquile Island and learn about the daily life of the lake communities.This trip is specially created for travelers who would like to experience the lifestyle of local communities.

In the Night Tour in Cusco you can visit the main streets of the center of Cusco, you will appreciate the variety of Inca architecture, Colonia and all the magnitude of Cusco from the viewpoint of the white Christ.

You will also have a pisco sour preparation class, Peruvian pisco process and the difference between beers from Cusco.