Peru · 1 Day
Ccochahuasi Sanctuary & Sacsayhuamán
Visit the Ccochahuasi Animal Sanctuary, dedicated to preserving the fauna of the Cusco region since 2007, and explore the emblematic Sacsayhuamán Archaeological Site, a megalithic structure built with stones over 9 meters high.
- 1 Day
- Cusco, Peru
Price and booking
- Deposit to confirm 25%
- Balance before departure 75%
- Card payments +5%
Private departure, guided in English or Spanish. Prices in US dollars.
What's included
Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Transportation
- English and Spanish-speaking guide
- Entrance tickets to the attractions
Not included
- Meals and beverages
- Tips (Optional)
Hour by hour
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09:00h
Hotel Pickup
Once you have had breakfast and are ready for the day's adventure, our team will pick you up at your accommodation. Make sure you are ready at the stipulated time.
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09:00h - 09:30h
Journey to Ccochahuasi
It will take about 30 minutes to reach the Ccochahuasi Animal Sanctuary. Get comfortable and enjoy the views of the city and its surroundings as we make our way to this animal refuge.
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09:30h - 11:00h
Visit to Ccochahuasi
Once there, we will begin our tour of the sanctuary. We will learn all about the rescued species and their release process, as well as understand more about the importance of these animals in the ecosystem and the world.
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11:00h - 11:30h
Journey to Sacsayhuamán
After finishing our tour, we will continue to the Ceremonial Fortress of Sacsayhuamán, an imposing site located on a mountain top, offering impressive views of Cusco and its surroundings.
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11:30h - 12:30h
Visit to Sacsayhuamán
We will have a guided tour of approximately one hour so you can learn all about this megalithic structure and its importance during the Inca Empire era.
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12:30h - 13:00h
Return to Cusco
Now it's time to rest and relax as we return to the Imperial City of the Incas. We will arrive back in Cusco around 1:00 PM.
This experience is part of our Family journey, where it runs with a private guide across several days.
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