Visit Cusco’s important archaeological ruins. First stop is Q’enko, which means “labyrinth” and contains two ruins: Qenko Grande, which is located at the bottom of the road, and Qenko Chico. These are Inca temples with underground galleries and small canals made of rocks in zigzag form. Continue to Puca Pucará located seven kilometers northeast of the city, its Quechua name means “red fortress”; it was a military construction composed of elevated terraces, inner patios, aqueducts, watch towers, high walls and stairways. Your last stop is Tambomachay, its Quechua words Tampu means lodging or inn, and Machay, means a resting place. Formed by stone structures, aqueducts, waterfalls, springs and thermal sources, it is commonly referred to as the Baños del Inca or Inca baths, former site for ritual bathing by the royal Incas.

Difficulty Level: I
Duration: Half day
Frequency: Daily
Schedule: Morning and Afternoon
Attractions: Archaeological Site and Photos
Transport: Provided by Inkaterra

Recommended for children

In the morning leave the city of Cusco to visit the lesser-known archaeological sites around the city. The first destination is the Temple of the Moon, in the Zona X which is an amazing network of tunnels both natural and artificial. Explore the idyllic area and enjoy the impressive views of Cusco and the valley, as well as relax in Chacon to take pleasure in the landscape.

Difficulty Level: II
Duration: Half day
Frequency: Daily
Schedule: Morning and Afternoon
Attractions: Archaeological Site and Photos
Transport: Provided by Inkaterra

Recommended for children

Enjoy a private guided trip to Maras Salt Mines and the circular terraces of Moray. On the way you will see some of the most scenic spots in the Sacred Valley. First, visit the ancient salt mines near the village of Maras, where salty springs emerge from the hillside and the Incas built terraces to capture the flows and harvest salt. Continue the excursion to Moray, where huge circular agricultural terraces were built by the Incas on limestone sinks served to plant various crops. It is said to have a cosmological significance, however, the Incas used the terraces as an agricultural laboratory to determine the optimum conditions for each species in varying altitudes.

Difficulty Level: II
Duration: Half day
Frequency: Daily
Schedule: Morning and Afternoon
Attractions: Agriculture and Photos
Transport: Provided by Inkaterra

Recommended for children

This intensely active excursion starts with a private transfer from your hotel to the Sacred Valley of the Incas, to a private facility located in Pachar; here you will have a briefing about river rafting safety and equipment. The first part of the tour will be in easy waters with spectacular views of the mountains and archaeological remains. Then pass through Ollantaytambo and its Inca terraces to continue to rapids class II and III, finishing with “El Resbaladero” (the slippery one) which a strong class III rapid, that includes waves and small whirlpools.

Difficulty Level: II
Duration: Half day
Frequency: Daily
Schedule: Morning
Attractions: Canoe and Birds
Transport: Provided by Inkaterra

Experience an exhilarating horseback ride starting from the archaeological site of Qenko. Follow a path eastward through a small forest of eucalyptus until an open grasslands where there is a large rock called Salumpuncu (Temple of the Moon). Half a mile outside Salumpuncu, you get to see another eucalyptus plantation, with the view of the valley. Descending through these trees you get to some remains of terraces and the Inkiltambo which has several niches deeply dug to accommodate several mummies. Afterwards, descend and follow the ravine of Choquequirao that leads to a magnificent view of the Huatanay valley. Continuing the ride to see two huacas, ancient temples: the first call Titicaca and the second is Mesa Redonda. Finally, return to Cuzco.

Difficulty Level: III
Duration: Half day
Frequency: Daily
Schedule: Morning and Afternoon
Attractions: Archaeological Site, Birds and Photos
Transport: Provided by Inkaterra