Half-day Tours in Peru

The greater Cusco region is known for its vast historical and archeological sites. Set out on a half-day tour to explore them. You'll visit Tipon, home to an ancient Inca agricultural system, and tour the ruins of Piquillacta, once inhabited by the Wari people.  Your trip also includes a visit to the church of San Pedro de Andahuaylillas, filled with colorful murals. 

In Peru, there exists a civilization that lives and works on islands made entirely out of woven reeds. The Uros people, who still live on floating islands on Lake Titicaca, only speak Aymara, so unless you're fluent in the dialect, you won't be able to unlock the secrets of their mysterious society without a guide. On this half-day tour, you'll tour to islands by boat and gain insight in Puno's preserved culture. Hotel pickup and drop-off, island admission ticket, boat, and bilingual guide provided.

Immerse yourself in Peru's captivating culture on a 4-hour walking tour of Cusco. Accompanied by a knowledgeable guide, you'll peruse exotic produce at a local market; pick up tasty delicacies from traditional street food stalls; and uncover ancient Inca legends at the mysterious Temple of the Moon. Numbers limited to 12 people to ensure a small-group experience.

Immerse yourself in the pre-Inca history of the Temple of Pachacamac archaeological site on this half-day tour from Lima. With a guide providing commentary, visit the ancient oracle, the temples, and the sacred palaces, as well as the bohemian Barranco district of Lima and the Bridge of Sighs (Puente de los Suspiros). All entrance fees to attractions and hotel pickup and drop-off at central Lima hotels provided.

Discover the ancient Incan sites that continue to define modern Peruvian culture on this 4-hour guided tour of Cusco City and Qenqo. Drive to popular attractions including the Cathedral of Coricancha and the Temple of the Sun while learning about their history and contemporary significance.

Get a comprehensive overview of Cusco on this half-day guided sightseeing tour. With a guide to provide information through insightful commentary, check all of the city's highlights off your list. Stops include archaeological sites (including Sacsayhuaman), the Convent of Santo Domingo, the Water Temple of Tambomachay, and others. Entrance fees and round-trip transportation from downtown Cusco hotels included.

The floating islands of Uros are a must-see attraction at Lake Titicaca. Learn about traditional life on the floating islands with this tour from Puno, which takes you directly to the islands for free time to explore. Take photos, visit with local families, and walk around the incredible islands before returning to your Puno hotel.

Explore the spectacular sights of Peru's captivating capital on a small group walking tour. Enjoy an intimate atmosphere while strolling around the central market; sample traditional pisco sour drinks and experiment with Spanish greetings; and uncover the intriguing history of Lima with an informative guide. A personalized experience is guaranteed on this small group tour, where numbers are limited to 12 people.

Learn about the incredible engineering works of the ancient Incas during this half-day visit to the circular ruins at Moray and the salt mines of Maras. Stop at Maras to discover how the Incas ingeniously tapped a natural salt water stream to create evaporating pools for collecting salt, a system that is still used to this day. Then continue to the ruins of Moray, a site of circular terraces, some as deep as 98 feet (30 meters), that once offered a testing ground for agricultural products. Your Maras and Moray excursion also features a professional guide and round-trip hotel transport.

Visit the Maras Salt Mines and Moray during this 5-hour tour from Cusco. Round-trip transportation from Cusco hotels included.

Get a comprehensive tour of the main Incan sites around Cusco on this half-day excursion. Visit all the highlights and landmarks, including Tambomachay, Puccpucara, Quenqo, Sacsayuaman, and Koricancha. Hotel pickup and drop-off available depending on location; travel via air-conditioned coach.

Get a comprehensive overview of Lima on this half-day sightseeing tour. With a guide in the lead, visit local neighborhoods, the Archbishop's Palace, and the Pucllana Pyramid, among other highlights. Listen to guided commentary on the Peruvian capital's history and modern culture. Pickup and drop-off at select accommodations included.

Explore the 'City of Kings' on a half-day walking tour of Lima. Listen to the history of the pre-Columbian, colonial, and present-day Lima from your informative guide. Visit the neighborhoods of San Isidro and Miraflores and admire the architecture of these areas. Learn about the history of Peru and how Lima became one of the gastronomical capitals of the world.

Embark on a half-day tour to Lake Umayo's Sillustani, known for its impressive funeral towers. Set out from Puno to this pre-Incan burial ground belonging to Peru's indigenous Colla people. Explore the grounds and learn about the Colla civilization, inhabitants of the surrounding lands years before the Inca people. Your trip includes round-trip hotel transport.

Explore Peru's historic and picturesque capital city on this half-day guided excursion. After a convenient hotel pickup, travel with a small group and visit Cusco's important ruins with an informative bilingual guide. See landmarks like the ceremonial center and massive monolith, Qenqo, the amazing stone-walled fortress, Saqsaywaman, and Coricancha, the all-important Temple of the Sun.

Enjoy a day of exploring Inca ruins with a small-group and an informative guide. Visit the Cemetery of Sillustani to see the funeral towers created by the Inca. See some pre-Inca tombs from the Kollas civilization and enjoy the views of the nearby Umayo lake. This is a great opportunity to learn about the Puno region and the andean vegetables of the area including quinoa and a myriad of potatoes.

Explore the unique cylindrical tombs of Peru's Pukara Culture during this 4-hour excursion to the Sillustani burial site. Travel through the 'Altiplano' (High Plains) to this ancient indigenous funerary site where you'll visit the "Chullpas" burial towers and learn about this Pre-Columbian culture's belief in the afterlife. All entrance fees and roundtrip hotel transport are covered.

Make the most of your time in Lima and check off the city's must-see attractions on this 5-hour guided tour. Visit the Larco Museum and Huaca Huallamarca, take in the views from the Convento de Santo Domingo tower, and enjoy a walking tour of the UNESCO-listed center. Tour includes hotel pickup, lunch, and entrance fees.

Explore one of the first ethnic groups of the Andes on a trip to the Uros floating islands. Cruise along the lake by motorboat and learn about this fascinating fishing culture. Visit a few of the many floating islands that dot the Lake Titicaca landscape as you observe the large reed boats built by the mean and the intricately woven textiles made by the women.

Visit the pre-Incan archaeological site of Sillustani on a half-day tour from Puno. Situated at almost 4,000 meters above sea level, this site was carefully chosen and built by the Kolla people to bury their chiefs and priests. Learn about the ancient Andean cultures of this area and take in the beautiful scenery of the surrounding landscapes before heading back to Puno.