Cuzco City Break - Original - Prisma Hotel

Itinerary

Day 1 Arrive in Cuzco

Transfer to your centrally located hotel in Cuzco (the package includes one transfer) and, if you have time, enjoy some of the abundant local or international cuisine, and the world-class nightlife.Cuzco is the continent’s oldest continuously inhabited city and the hub of the South American travel network. The city attracts travellers who come not just to visit a unique destination but also to experience an age-old culture very different from their 20th century way of life; one could easily spend a week just in and around the area. Inca-built stone walls line most of the central streets and you don't have to go far to see other major Inca ruins. It is a city steeped in history, tradition and legend.Every year Cuzco attracts thousands of travellers who come to delve into its noble but tragic past. It is the perfect base for optional explorations around the city and area as well as a range of outdoor activities. Relax and explore this fascinating city, and take time to acclimatize to the high altitude.Cuzco’s numerous colonial churches are one of the city’s most common sights. The Cathedral was started in 1559 and took 100 years to build; it is also one of the city’s greatest repositories of colonial art. Immediately in front of the entrance is a vault containing the remains of the famous Inca historian, Garcilaso de la Vega. Also worth visiting are the churches of La Compañía, La Merced and San Francisco.While most ruins are just outside of the city, the main ruin within is that of the Coricancha, once the Inca Empire's richest temple. Today the ruin forms the base of the colonial church of Santo Domingo. During Inca times this temple was literally covered with gold, but within months of the arrival of the first conquistadors this incredible wealth had all been melted down. It is left to the individual imagination to envision the magnificence of the original structure.There are several good museums in Cuzco, including the Archaeological Museum, which also houses a small art museum, the Regional History Museum and the Religious Art Museum. Our best advice for exploring Cuzco is to wear a comfortable pair of shoes, arm yourself with a city map and set off to explore!

Day 2 Cuzco

To fully appreciate this remarkable city, your package includes a half-day city tour that will introduce you to some of the more noteworthy sights in the area. In Cuzco some of the most interesting points of interest are also the most ubiquitous- you'll notice fine Inca stonework everywhere down to the walls of Loreto Street, one of the town's pedestrian thoroughfares. Your tour will include the Church and Covent of Santo Domingo and the Cathedral, two of the many religious sights in the city. Filled with art and other interesting artifacts, which will make for an educational and memorable day. Visit the archaeological sites of Qenk'o, Puka Pukara, Tambo Machay and Sacsayhuaman which are dotted along the outskirts of the city.Please note that the City Tour itinerary can vary and it is possible that not all of the locations noted above will be visited.

Day 3 Depart Cuzco

Depart the hotel at your leisure, either to the airport or for more adventure in Peru and beyond.

Trip Details

Accommodation	Simple hotel, 2 nights
Departure	Departs any day
Group Size	No Minimum
Included Highlights	Half-day city tour, arrival or departure transfers
Local Payment	N/A
Meals Included	No meals included.
StartFinish	Cuzco
Transport	Transfers in shuttle
Brochure Intro	Deemed a world heritage site by UNESCO, Cuzco is one of Latin America's most enticing cities and offers the visitor a spectacular glimpse of an almost perfectly intact colonial town.

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