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Cusco

Capital of the Incan Empire from the early 14th century until its Spanish conquest, Cusco is still a beautiful city with a magical feel.
Gateway city to the infamous Machu Picchu, the city is situated in a valley of the Andes Mountains with not only historical Incan ruins, but Spanish architecture and wealth.

One cannot visit the Machu Picchu ruins without also visiting all the history and culture that this city has to offer making it the archeological capital of the Americas. Native Incans still inhabit the area speaking their Quechua language and thriving primarily off of agriculture. The cobblestone streets, adobe houses, and open markets add to Cusco's unique charm.

 
When to go

The driest months are from May to October and these are the best months for outdoor pursuits

Why we love it

Gateway to the Andes, Cusco has beautiful Incan and Spanish heritage as well as a myriad of activities in the surrounding area

What to do

Exploring the cityMarket toursCookery ClassesVisits to the Sacred ValleyVisits to nearby Incan ruins

Trips plans with Cusco Trips plans with Cusco
Total Peru Adventure Vacation Lima, Cusco, Sacred Valley, Inca Trail and the Amazon from $ 4329 pp for 14 Nights, excluding international flights
Total Peru Adventure Vacation Lima, Cusco, Sacred Valley, Inca Trail and the Amazon
Luxury Private Peru Tour Machu Picchu, Cusco and the Sacred Valley from $ 4333 pp for 7 Nights, excluding international flights
Luxury Private Peru Tour Machu Picchu, Cusco and the Sacred Valley
Desert to Mountain Kingdoms Private tour of Peru - Chan Chan to Titicaca from $ 3972 pp for 12 Nights, excluding international flights
Desert to Mountain Kingdoms Private tour of Peru - Chan Chan to Titicaca
Peru Highlands Explorer Arequipa, Colca Canyon, Titicaca, Cusco, Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu from $ 4033 pp for 15 Nights, excluding international flights
Peru Highlands Explorer Arequipa, Colca Canyon, Titicaca, Cusco, Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu - © Chinay Crystal
The Luxury Inca Trail Lodge to Lodge Cusco, Machu Picchu and Lima from $ 3897 pp for 13 Nights, excluding international flights
The Luxury Inca Trail Lodge to Lodge Cusco, Machu Picchu and Lima
Peru and the Galapagos Luxury Tour Cusco, Machu Picchu and Galapagos Cruise from $ 6053 pp for 18 Nights, excluding international flights
Peru and the Galapagos Luxury Tour Cusco, Machu Picchu and Galapagos Cruise
Peru Adventure Vacation The Inca Trail, Machu Picchu and Cusco from $ 3779 pp for 12 Nights, excluding international flights
Peru Adventure Vacation The Inca Trail, Machu Picchu and Cusco
Peru Family Vacation The Amazon, Sacred Valley, Cusco and Machu Picchu from $ 3469 pp for 13 Nights, excluding international flights
Peru Family Vacation The Amazon, Sacred Valley, Cusco and Machu Picchu
Wonders of South America Machu Picchu, Iguassu Falls and Rio de Janeiro. from $ 5664 pp for 10 Nights, excluding international flights
Wonders of South America Machu Picchu, Iguassu Falls and Rio de Janeiro.
South America Luxury Tour Machu Picchu, Buenos Aires and Rio de Janeiro from $ 6152 pp for 11 Nights, excluding international flights
South America Luxury Tour Machu Picchu, Buenos Aires and Rio de Janeiro
High Plains Grand Tour Machu Picchu, Titicaca, Uyuni Salt Flats & the Atacama Desert from $ 6856 pp for 17 Nights, excluding international flights
High Plains Grand Tour Machu Picchu, Titicaca, Uyuni Salt Flats & the Atacama Desert
Peru Honeymoon Machu Picchu, Cusco and Beaches from $ 3535 pp for 14 Nights, excluding international flights
Peru Honeymoon Machu Picchu, Cusco and Beaches
Luxury Peru Explorer Amazon Cruise, Cusco, Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu from $ 4713 pp for 10 Nights, excluding international flights
Luxury Peru Explorer Amazon Cruise, Cusco, Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu
The Taste of Peru Lima, Machu Picchu, Cusco and the Sacred Valley from $ 3267 pp for 9 Nights, excluding international flights
The Taste of Peru Lima, Machu Picchu, Cusco and the Sacred Valley
South America for the Action Adventurer Valleys of Peru, Peaks of Chile, Glaciers & Plains of Argentina from $ 8744 pp for 15 Nights, excluding international flights
South America for the Action AdventurerValleys of Peru, Peaks of Chile, Glaciers & Plains of Argentina
Hotels in Cusco Hotels in Cusco
Hotel Monasterio One of the most Famous Hotels in South America $$$$$
La Casona Inkaterra Luxury Boutique in a Converted Colonial Mansion $$$$$
Casa Cartagena A Blend of Modernist Design and Colonial Architecture $$$$
Casa Cartagena hotel, Cusco, with Jacada Travel
Aranwa Cusco Good Value Boutique $$$