24 Hours in Cusco
A Day in the Former Inca Capital
SIGHTSEEING
Cusco's Sacred Landmarks
Four centuries of conquest and culture layered into stone.
Santo Domingo Convent
Renaissance-baroque church built over the Coricancha Temple, once covered in gold leaf and the most sacred site in the Inca Empire.
Plaza de Armas
The lively heart of Cusco, built atop ancient Inca gathering grounds, where colonial arcades frame a central fountain and carved Inca walls still stand.
Cusco Cathedral
A UNESCO World Heritage Site combining Gothic, Baroque, and Renaissance architecture, completed in 1654 after a century of construction.
Where History Meets Comfort
Yampu Tours arranges all accommodation, and Novotel Cusco delivers on every front. The hotel sits less than a 10-minute walk from Plaza de Armas, placing you at the heart of the city's colonial center. You get the best of both worlds here: colonial-style architecture paired with contemporary guest rooms featuring hardwood floors, cable TV, panoramic windows, and all the modern amenities you need. Upon arrival, you'll receive coca leaves to help with altitude sickness—a crucial gesture, since Cusco sits at 11,200 feet above sea level. Chew them or steep them in tea, and rest for a couple of hours after you land. La Cave 365, the hotel's restaurant, serves both international and Peruvian cuisine for your first evening and beyond. The bar also offers demonstrations on making Pisco Sour cocktails and Andean Herbal Tea, turning dinner into an experience.
Yampu Tours arranges all accommodation, and Novotel Cusco delivers on every front. The hotel sits less than a 10-minute walk from Plaza de Armas, placing you at the heart of the city's colonial center. You get the best of both worlds here: colonial-style architecture paired with contemporary guest rooms featuring hardwood floors, cable TV, panoramic windows, and all the modern amenities you need. Upon arrival, you'll receive coca leaves to help with altitude sickness—a crucial gesture, since Cusco sits at 11,200 feet above sea level. Chew them or steep them in tea, and rest for a couple of hours after you land. La Cave 365, the hotel's restaurant, serves both international and Peruvian cuisine for your first evening and beyond. The bar also offers demonstrations on making Pisco Sour cocktails and Andean Herbal Tea, turning dinner into an experience.
DINING EXPERIENCES
Where Cusco's Flavors Come Alive
Three exceptional restaurants where local guides lead you to authentic Peruvian cuisine and unforgettable meals.
Calle del Medio Cocina Peruana
Signature Peruvian dishes like Andean Roots Soup and Chicken Pachamanquero showcase the region's bold flavors and seasonal ingredients.
Tunupa Restaurant
Evening views of Plaza de Armas accompany an exotic fusion buffet and live music that sets the perfect tone for dinner.
Pachapapa
Outdoor courtyard dining with a three-course meal and live music creates an intimate lunch experience in the heart of the city.
Why Choose Yampu Tours
Expert guidance, thoughtful planning, and local knowledge that transforms a quick visit into a complete experience.
Local guides share native insights
Central location, steps from Plaza de Armas
Curated dining at authentic restaurants
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