Cusco: Sacsayhuaman, San Blas, La Merced & Coricancha Tour – Cusco, Peru

EXPERIENCE:

Discover Sacsayhuamán, one of the emblematic buildings of the Incas, declared a Cultural Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO. Delve deeper into the rich history and heritage of the Inca Empire with a visit to San Blas, La Merced and Coricancha.

Meet your guide and start the tour of Sacsayhuamán, a citadel on the northern outskirts of Cusco. See the massive fortress walls built with large stones. Learn about its military significance for the Inca Empire from your guide. Admire the beauty of this archaeological site.

Return to the city and explore the neighborhood 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 Main Square.

Continue to the church of La Merced, a masterpiece of modern Baroque style. Marvel at its beautiful interior courtyard, carved wooden ceilings, and imposing altars.

Finally, visit Coricancha. Discover the ancient Temple of the Sun, the sacred Convent of Santo Domingo and the colossal Cusco Cathedral. Learn how it became the basis for the construction of the Santo Domingo Convent after the arrival of the Spanish.

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS:

Head uphill to explore the mega fortress of Sacsayhuamán
Visit the bohemian and artistic neighborhood of San Blas
Walk the narrow, cobbled streets of San Blas and see its colonial houses
Marvel at the religious complex of Coricancha
Learn about the history of Cusco from your guide

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