Panoramic view of historic Cusco City and colonial rooftops in the Peruvian Andes

The Imperial Capital

Luxury Cusco Private Tours

Immerse yourself in the living museum of the Incas, where ancestral megaliths meet exquisite colonial elegance.

A City of Layers

The Navel of the Inca World

Once the undisputed capital of the vast Tawantinsuyu (Inca Empire), Cusco is a UNESCO World Heritage city where every cobblestone tells a story. Our bespoke Cusco itineraries allow you to experience the city's ancestral energy through 100% private, historian-led tours. Here, Spanish Baroque cathedrals and boutique palaces rise directly upon the seismic-resistant, mortarless granite foundations of Inca rulers, creating an architectural fusion found nowhere else on Earth.

Beyond its mesmerizing historic center, Cusco serves as your gateway to the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu. From private culinary masterclasses and megalithic fortresses to the mineral-striped slopes of Rainbow Mountain and the turquoise waters of Humantay Lake, our local experts ensure your stay—and your high-altitude acclimatization—is defined by privacy, comfort, and seamless logistics. Explore our standalone day tours below or combine them in our 7-Day Incan Empire Luxury Package.

Elevation

3,399 m / 11,152 ft

Best Time

May to October

Status

UNESCO World Heritage

Curated Experiences

Cusco Private Tours

Imperial Cusco Private Walking Tour in San Blas and Plaza de Armas

Imperial Cusco: Private Walking Expedition

San Blas – 12-Angled Stone – Plaza de Armas – Qorikancha – San Pedro

Stroll through the cobblestone streets of the artisanal San Blas neighborhood, admire the famous 12-Angled Stone, explore the Cusco Cathedral, and marvel at Qorikancha, the glittering Inca Temple of the Sun.

4 Hours Private Historian Guide

Starting from

$59 USD

per person

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Colossal Inca stonework at Sacsayhuaman Megalithic Fortress in Cusco

Sacsayhuaman & The Megalithic Cusco Tour

Sacsayhuaman – Qenqo – Puka Pukara – Tambomachay

Journey into the hills above Cusco to witness the monumental scale of Inca engineering at Sacsayhuaman—where limestone megaliths weighing over 120 tons fit together with razor-thin precision—alongside the sacred shrines of Qenqo and Tambomachay.

4 - 5 Hours Private Chauffeur & Guide

Starting from

$119 USD

per person

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Private Peruvian Cooking Class and San Pedro Market Tour in Cusco

Andean Gastronomy: Master Cooking Class

San Pedro Market – Private Colonial Kitchen Studio

Dive into the vibrant colors and aromas of San Pedro Market to select fresh Andean ingredients with your chef, shake a classic Pisco Sour, and prepare a gourmet 3-course Peruvian meal in a private colonial studio.

4 Hours Private Culinary Workshop

Starting from

$69 USD

per person

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Inca agricultural terraces and water channels at Tipon in the South Valley of Cusco

The South Valley: Tipon, Pikillacta & Andahuaylillas

Tipon Hydraulic Terraces – Pikillacta Wari Citadel – Andahuaylillas

Escape the standard tourist trails and explore the royal Inca water gardens of Tipon, the pre-Inca Wari urban complex of Pikillacta, and the golden frescoes of the "Sistine Chapel of the Andes" in Andahuaylillas.

4 - 5 Hours Private Transport & Tickets

Starting from

$149 USD

per person

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Vinicunca Rainbow Mountain and Red Valley Trek in the Ausangate Andes

High Altitude

Vinicunca Rainbow Mountain & Red Valley Trek

Cusipata – Vinicunca Summit (5,036m) – Red Valley Viewpoint

Embark on a deeply rewarding high-altitude expedition into the Vilcanota range to witness the surreal, mineral-striped slopes of Vinicunca Rainbow Mountain and the crimson vistas of the Red Valley.

Full Day High-Altitude Expedition

Starting from

$85 USD

per person

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Turquoise glacier waters of Humantay Lake at the base of Salkantay

Humantay Glacier Lake Expedition

Mollepata – Soraypampa – Humantay Lagoon (4,200m)

Journey into the Salkantay mountain range and hike through dramatic alpine scenery to discover Humantay Lake, a brilliant turquoise glacial lagoon resting beneath snow-capped peaks.

Full Day Glacial Lagoon Trek

Starting from

$85 USD

per person

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Cusco Private Tours & Travel FAQ

How many days should we spend in Cusco and the Sacred Valley?

We recommend spending at least 4 to 7 days between Cusco, the Sacred Valley, and Machu Picchu. Starting your first two nights in the lower elevation of the Sacred Valley (2,800m) allows you to acclimatize comfortably before enjoying our private Cusco city walks, culinary masterclasses, and high-altitude excursions.

Are entrance tickets and the Cusco Tourist Ticket (Boleto Turístico) included in your private Cusco tours?

Yes. Every private Cusco tour we operate includes all required archaeological and museum entrance fees—such as the Cusco Cathedral, Qorikancha, and the Boleto Turístico for Sacsayhuaman, Qenqo, Tipon, and Pikillacta—handled seamlessly by your private historian guide.

When should we schedule high-altitude treks like Rainbow Mountain or Humantay Lake?

Because Rainbow Mountain (5,036m) and Humantay Lake (4,200m) reach high Andean elevations, we strongly advise scheduling them toward the end of your stay in Cusco, after you have already spent at least 3 to 4 days acclimatizing in the Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu, and Cusco City.