Free Walking Tour Cusco: City centre, Food Tastings & Panoramic Views

Discover Cusco with Jose Martinez, also known as Cusco Guide, a local guide leading walking tours since 2016.

This experience combines Inca history, colonial architecture, local culture, food traditions, and panoramic viewpoints. Explore Plaza de Armas, ancient Inca streets, the Sun Temple, the famous Twelve-Angled Stone, the artistic San Blas area, and beautiful viewpoints overlooking the city.

A special part of this tour is the introduction to Andean food culture. Depending on availability, participants may have the opportunity to taste native Andean potatoes, tropical fruits from the Peruvian jungle, traditional guinea pig, and enjoy a ceviche demonstration while learning about Peru's famous Pisco tradition through visits to local markets and food areas.

Along the way, discover the history of the Inca Empire, colonial Cusco, local traditions, and everyday life in the Andes.

Duration: Approximately 2 hours 15 minutes

Guide: Jose Martinez (Local Expert)

Meeting Point:
In front of the Inca Statue at Plaza de Armas, Cusco.
Look for the guide wearing a red “Cusco Guide” T-shirt.

Departure Times:

• 7:30 AM – Early Morning Tour (Cusco city centre, the Sun Temple, San Blas area, and viewpoints. No fruit or food tastings.)

• 9:45 AM – Morning Main Tour (Cusco city centre, the Sun Temple, San Blas area, fruit tastings, and a ceviche demonstration.)

• 12:30 PM – Midday Tour (Cusco city centre, the Sun Temple, San Blas area, fruit tastings, and a ceviche demonstration.)

• 3:00 PM – Afternoon Tour (Cusco city centre, San Blas area, Andean potato and guinea pig tastings, Pisco Sour introduction, and panoramic views from San Cristóbal.)

• 6:00 PM – Cusco by Night Tour (Cusco city centre, the Sun Temple, San Blas area and viewpoints, guinea pig tasting, and a Pisco Sour tasting.)

Price:
Tip-based experience (pay what you feel the tour is worth).

No fixed price — you decide the value of the tour.