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Sacred Valley VIP One Day Tour
Tours • From Cusco

Sacred Valley VIP One Day Tour

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Small group
English guided
5.0 / 5
(3) • 50+ booked
US$ 38.59
Cusco a Machu Picchu Overland – Cultural 2-Day Tour
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Cusco a Machu Picchu Overland – Cultural 2-Day Tour

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English guided
Free cancellation
4.8 / 5
(12) • 200+ booked
US$ 190.69
2 Day Machu Picchu Train Tour from Cusco – Scenic Inca Adventure
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2 Day Machu Picchu Train Tour from Cusco – Scenic Inca Adventure

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English guided
Free cancellation
4.3 / 5
(6) • 100+ booked
US$ 448.15
Vinicunca Rainbow Mountain Full Day Tour from Cusco
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Tours • From Cusco

Vinicunca Rainbow Mountain Full Day Tour from Cusco

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Free cancellation
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4.9 / 5
(9) • 100+ booked
US$ 50.00
Cusco to Machu Picchu Day Trip
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Cusco to Machu Picchu Day Trip

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English guided
300+ booked
US$ 346.69
Vinicunca Rainbow Mountain Day Tour with ATV & Meals from Cusco
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Vinicunca Rainbow Mountain Day Tour with ATV & Meals from Cusco

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English guided
Free cancellation
5.0 / 5
(2) • 50+ booked
US$ 67.15
Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu & Rainbow Mountain 3-day tour from Cusco
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Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu & Rainbow Mountain 3-day tour from Cusco

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English guided
Free cancellation
50+ booked
US$ 512.89
Cusco Rainbow Mountain Full-Day Hiking Experience with Meals
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Cusco Rainbow Mountain Full-Day Hiking Experience with Meals

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Private tour
English guided
4.3 / 5
(6) • 50+ booked
US$ 35.75
Cusco Half-Day Cultural City Tour with 4 Ruins
Tours • Cusco

Cusco Half-Day Cultural City Tour with 4 Ruins

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English guided
Free cancellation
US$ 15.00
Machu Picchu Full Day Tour from Cusco – Guided Inca Citadel & Aguas
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Machu Picchu Full Day Tour from Cusco – Guided Inca Citadel & Aguas

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5.0 / 5
(2) • 50+ booked
US$ 372.50
Cusco Machu Picchu Sacred Valley 2-Day Private Tour
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Cusco Machu Picchu Sacred Valley 2-Day Private Tour

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English guided
4.8 / 5
(4) • 50+ booked
US$ 457.15
Cusco Rainbow Mountain & Red Valley Full-Day ATV Tour
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Cusco Rainbow Mountain & Red Valley Full-Day ATV Tour

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English guided
Free cancellation
5.0 / 5
(2)
US$ 78.59
Sonesta Hotel Cusco
Hotels • Cusco

Sonesta Hotel Cusco

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4.8 / 5
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US$ 130.98
Hotel San Pedro Plaza
Hotels • Cusco

Hotel San Pedro Plaza

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4.0 / 5
(88)
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US$ 83.7
Antigua Casona San Blas
Hotels • Cusco

Antigua Casona San Blas

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5.0 / 5
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US$ 240.57
New Day Cusco
Hotels • Cusco

New Day Cusco

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US$ 23.26
Hampton By Hilton Cusco
Hotels • Cusco

Hampton By Hilton Cusco

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US$ 106.92
Hilton Garden Inn Cusco
Hotels • Cusco

Hilton Garden Inn Cusco

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4.6 / 5
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US$ 130.79
Casa Cruz Verde by Peru Garden Hotels
Hotels • Cusco

Casa Cruz Verde by Peru Garden Hotels

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4.9 / 5
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US$ 55.08
hotel del sur
Hotels • Cusco

hotel del sur

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4.1 / 5
(129)
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US$ 33.94
Motto by Hilton Cusco
Hotels • Cusco

Motto by Hilton Cusco

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3.9 / 5
(55)
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US$ 101.38
Yawar Inka Hotel
Hotels • Cusco

Yawar Inka Hotel

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4.6 / 5
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US$ 68.29
Casa Justina
Hotels • Cusco

Casa Justina

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3.9 / 5
(10)
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US$ 24.83
El Virrey by Katari
Hotels • Cusco

El Virrey by Katari

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4.3 / 5
(264)
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US$ 94.05

Reviews of Cusco activities

Klook User
2026-07-05 08:56:11
Fantastic 5.0
trip was amazing, Juan was an amazing tour guide, had excellent knowledge of macchu Picchu and some great secret photo spots, the itinerary was also well thought out and gave us flexibility to choose which paths we hiked thanks to Jose.
RICHARD ******
2026-05-19 11:37:18
Fantastic 5.0
one of my favourite part of this trip in Peru. The tour was organised and waking up early was all worth it. We arrived in Vinicunca Mountain earIy which means less crowd. ATV ride was fun too. On top of that, I was surprised thay the tour included buffet breakfast and lunch. Money we'll spent on this trip.
Klook客路用户
2026-10-13 11:58:23
Fantastic 5.0
The merchant was very sincere and, after being unable to reach me via WhatsApp, personally came to the hotel to pick me up.
Klook客路用户
2026-10-13 12:01:12
Fantastic 5.0
Nice trip. Good physical stamina is required; it’s recommended to bring around 25 sol in cash for visiting the Qorikancha and its tower.
Klook User
2026-06-03 19:29:42
Fantastic 5.0
If I could give 10 stars, I would. My wife and I took the private tour with Wayra as our guide and he was phenomenal. There was so much to learn at every single stop and he answered our every question knowledgeably and was able to give us a lot of detail on the history of what we were seeing as well as little insights to growing up in the area which was very valuable to learn. It ended up being a very enriching day... Some highlights were getting to see the salt mines and sample choclates at a family home as well learning the process of preparing freshly sheared wool to be loomed into garments. I cannot recommend this tour enough. Again, Wayra was incredible and you will be in such good hands with him as your guide.
Klook User
2026-05-05 12:55:16
Fantastic 5.0
Amazing whole day from start to finish, really above my expectations, thanks to our tour guide Agustin our trip to visit Machu Picchu went smootly and we back home with a lot of knowledge about this amazing mountain and one of the wonders of the world, thanks to MC Peru Expedition company all went well and I recommend them without doubt , 5 star for all guys
Klook User
2026-05-24 11:39:47
Fantastic 5.0
this tour was super fun and well organized. our tour guide Jose was super helpful in explaining what the next steps were. overall we had a great time and would do it again
Klook User
2026-05-30 23:32:12
Fantastic 5.0
trip from cusco to rainbow mountain is quite bumpy, but it's breathtaking spot to go. and the guide is friendly and bilingual. overall, it's a awesome experience
Tsui ******
2026-07-28 23:26:38
Fantastic 5.0
It was a great trip. The tour guide helped us with booking the motorbike to the rainbow mountain, we didn’t need to walk much! I love that we can take good pictures without suffering😂 導遊:very nice and helpful 風景:best weather

Cusco at a glance

When is the busiest time to visit Cusco?

Based on what travelers booked on Klook

Busier than usual Quieter than usual
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150
Avg 100Avg
50
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81
Jan
58
Feb
Quietest 46
Mar
73
Apr
119
May
123
Jun
88
Jul
131
Aug
Busiest 157
Sep
134
Oct
146
Nov
46
Dec

Demand in Cusco peaks in September, with bookings about 57% above a typical month, while March is much quieter at roughly 54% below typical levels — book early for September and expect easier availability and fewer crowds in March. Based on Klook historical booking data.

When is Cusco cheapest?

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Cheapest $19 Priciest $276
Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun

Activities in October are typically around USD 19, roughly 93% below prices in March when typical past prices reached around USD 276; October’s low prices also align with the quieter season shown in the demand chart. Based on Klook booking data, July 2025 – June 2026.

How far ahead should you book?

Plan ahead so you don’t miss out

9 daysLast-minute
29 daysTypical
50 daysEarly

Most travellers book about 29 days ahead, with last-minute bookings around 9 days and early bookers about 50 days; during September’s peak this means you should secure bookings sooner rather than later. Based on Klook booking data, February 2026 – July 2026.

Quick facts about Cusco

General info
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    No time difference

  • Currency

    1USD = 3.47PEN

  • Official languages

What to know before visiting Cusco

Cusco highlights and seasonal rhythm

Cusco is best known for immersive Tours and intimate Cultural experiences, with Tours the clear leader by booking volume. Klook booking data shows activity peaks in September, so the city’s busiest time centres on outdoor exploring and guided excursions, while March and December tend to be much quieter. Expect cultural offerings and local experiences to remain bookable year-round, but the busiest months bring the festival atmosphere and fuller tour schedules — decide whether you want lively peak-season energy or quieter off-peak calm. All figures here are based on Klook booking data.

When to visit and what to expect by month

Demand on Klook climbs to a high in September (a rise of 57% vs a typical month) while March is the trough (about 54% below a typical month). Prices swing through the year: median paid amounts on Klook hit the priciest in March at USD 276 and drop to the lowest typical price in October at USD 19. For lower prices and smaller crowds, October and March–April offer quieter conditions and cheaper typical prices; for the peak-season atmosphere, aim for September and November when demand is strongest.

Month Demand Level Typical Price
January Quieter than usual USD 53
February Very quiet USD 153
March Very quiet USD 276
April Quieter than usual USD 191
May Busier than usual USD 150
June Busier than usual USD 98
July About average USD 30
August Busier than usual USD 195
September Peak demand USD 260
October Busier than usual USD 19
November Peak demand USD 27
December Very quiet USD 20

Demand is bookings in that month compared with a typical month, from historical Klook booking data, grouped into the demand levels above; typical price is the median paid on Klook in that month; prices are shown with their currency code. Based on Klook booking data, July 2025 – June 2026.

Planning tips for travellers

Most travellers lock things in about 29 days ahead, while the earliest planners book around 50 days out, according to Klook booking data across platforms. That means you have some flexibility to pick dates a few weeks before travel, but during the busiest months such as September and November it pays to book earlier to secure preferred tours. If you prefer last-minute spontaneity, many experiences are still bookable close to travel — Klook shows substantial activity up to 9 days before departure — so balance early planning for peak-season favourites with on-platform checklisting for good last-minute options. Use Klook to compare typical prices and availability and book experiences you care about in advance.

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