15 Half-Day Tours in Peru, Compared

Lima Half-Day City Walking Tour (Small Groups) - Churches reveal Lima’s Spanish and religious past

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,508 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $24Our pick

Explore Lima’s historic center on a small-group walk with San Francisco catacombs, colonial landmarks, hotel transport, and local treats.

“This was a most enjoyable tour of Lima, areas that you would not usually see. Our Guide Maverick was most informative and patient when we wanted to spend a bit more time somewhere. Our driver Marcus was also very helpful. Maverick gave us excellent recommendations for restaurants. I would thoroughly recommend.”

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Cusco: Half-Day City Tour with Sacsayhuaman and Q’enco

2.Half-Day City Tour with Sacsayhuaman and Q’enco

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 1,129 reviews · 5 hours · from $13

Review of Cusco’s $13 half-day tour to Qoricancha, Sacsayhuamán, Q’enqo, Puka Pukara and Tambomachay, with practical tips.

“Varied day with very interesting sights to see. Although only half a day it packed so much in. The guide was passionate about the information he shared. Highly recommend.”

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Lima’s Vibrant Heritage: Exploring the City’s Landmarks Half-day

3.Lima’s Vibrant Heritage: Exploring the City’s Landmarks Half-day

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 581 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $39

Explore Lima’s historic center, Pacific views, Cathedral, and Santo Domingo Convent on a practical 3.5-hour small-group tour.

“Prompt service , Sonia was great and we had a good time learning about Lima architecture. Visited the main plaza and convent . Great way to learn about Lima and different styles of architecture . Really a great tour if you want to spend just half day .”

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Cusco City Tour Four Ruins in Half-Day

4.Cusco City Tour Four Ruins in Half-Day

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 530 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $40

Explore Cusco’s key Inca sites, from Qorikancha to Sacsayhuaman, with a small group, local guide, transport, and alpaca visit.

“This was a great quick tour of the ruins close to Cusco. The minimal amount of driving was really a bonus after doing a lot of freaking around the sacred Valley. And still got to see a lot of really cool ruins. The Pacha mama temple was rad. Jose from andes Peru tours was also really great. More knowledgeable and straightforward then some guides I've had. And he also seemed genuinely interested in making sure we didn't get sick or ripped off. Wish I had booked more of our tours with them.”

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From Puno: Floating Islands of the Uros Half-Day Tour

5.From Puno: Floating Islands of the Uros Half-Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 394 reviews · 3 hours · from $10Best value

See Lake Titicaca’s Uros floating islands, learn how totora reeds build them, and enjoy a practical three-hour tour from Puno.

“Good organization. Good guide, good trip if you have a few hours in Puno. It’s worth it”

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Lima: Pachacamac Ruins & Barranco Half-Day Guided Tour

6.Pachacamac Ruins & Barranco Half-Day Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 296 reviews · 4 hours · from $59

Explore ancient Pachacamac, climb to ocean views, and stroll Barranco on a practical four-hour Lima tour with hotel pickup.

“We loved it. Our guide, Barbara, and our driver were excellent”

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Pre Inca Temple of Pachacamac Half-Day Tour from Lima

7.Pre Inca Temple of Pachacamac Half-Day Tour from Lima

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 283 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $79

Review of Lima’s Pachacamac half-day tour, with included transport, tickets, expert guides, site highlights, practical tips, and value advice.

“We booked a morning tour of this temple as we had a late flight that night and thought this was a good way to wrap our our time in Lima. We could not have been more happy with our choice. This temple is a sight to be seen with amazing history and sights. Our guide was highly knowledgeable and engaging.”

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Cusco: City Tour | Half-Day Tour to 4 Archaeological Sites

8.City Tour | Half-Day Tour to 4 Archaeological Sites

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 206 reviews · 4 hours · from $29

Review of Cusco’s four-hour city tour, covering Qoricancha, Sacsayhuamán, Qenqo, Puca Pucara, and Tambomachay for $29.

“I really had a great time. Guide professional and he leaves you time and space for enjoy it alone, and he gives a lot of precious information.”

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Essential Lima: Half-Day Tour with Catacombs & Pick-Up

9.Essential Lima: Half-Day Tour with Catacombs & Pick-Up

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 141 reviews · 3 to 4 hours (approx.) · from $23

Review of Lima’s private half-day city tour with Plaza de Armas, historic churches, catacombs, air-conditioned transport, and practical tips.

“Very interesting and informative information about the history of the era combined with the Baroque era and neoclassical architecture in Lima”

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Cusco: Half-Day City Tour

10.Half-Day City Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 129 reviews · 6 hours · from $17

See Cusco’s Inca ruins, Coricancha, and cathedral on a six-hour guided tour with hotel pickup, transport, and bilingual commentary.

“overall it was very good. Liked the transportation we used, the guide was funny and nice. My only negative feedback would be that the stop at the textils store seemed unnecessary since this wasn't a shopping tour. Would've liked if the guide had also helped us explore Sacsahyuaman and not just have 1 stop and then meet at the exit.”

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From Cusco: Moray, Maras Salt Mines & Chinchero Weavers Half-Day

11.From Cusco: Moray, Maras Salt Mines & Chinchero Weavers Half-Day

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 126 reviews · 6 to 7 hours (approx.) · from $15

Explore Chinchero weaving, Moray terraces, and Maras salt pools on a practical Cusco half-day tour with guides and transport.

“We had a great day with Manuel! His ability to switch between Spanish and English to communicate with everyone on the tour was truly impressive! He had so much knowledge to share! We booked this as a last minute tour; we enjoyed learning about Incan agriculture, the salt mines co-op communities, and the art of alpaca wool coloring. If you have a little extra time to spare and want to get into the sacred valley, this is a great option as it only took about 6 hours and didn’t involve too early of a morning wake up call. :)”

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Lima: Miraflores Trending Flavors Half-Day Walking Tour

12.Miraflores Trending Flavors Half-Day Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 98 reviews · 4 hours · from $50

Taste Lima on foot with coffee, chicharrones, ceviche, pisco, market fruit, desserts, and local stories in this four-hour Miraflores tour.

“Jimena mg tour guide was amazing. She new her stuff and we hav wonderful conversations as we walked from place to place. She knew a lot of the history and provided her view which made the experience much better. The tour was nothing I was expecting in a good way. Had some wonderful food and I particularly loved the visit to the market in which I tried wonderful fruits and an amazing Ceviche. Thanks a Jimena. We”

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Cusco: Half-Day Horseback Riding at Devil’s Balcony

13.Half-Day Horseback Riding at Devil’s Balcony

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 89 reviews · 4 hours · from $85

Ride from Cusco to Devil’s Balcony for Andean views, Inca sites, gentle horses, and a relaxed four-hour outing with a bilingual guide.

“Best day! Holger trains his horses very well and these are probably the most comfortable horses I ever have ridden! If you have experience, do not leave without having tried the Peruvian gait. Beginners can also go with him, as his horses are not scared of anything.”

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Cusco: Half-Day City Tour with Sacsayhuaman and Qenqo

14.Half-Day City Tour with Sacsayhuaman and Qenqo

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 77 reviews · 5 to 6 hours (approx.) · from $15

Review of Cusco’s $15 half-day tour, covering Qorikancha, Sacsayhuaman, four Inca sites, transport, guides, costs, and drawbacks.

“Luis is AMAZING. He knows so much and can switch between excellent English and Spanish with ease. The timing was great, and Luis was able to answer all of our questions. Totally recommend.”

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Lima:Half-Day Pachacamac, Barranco & Chorrillos Private Tour

15.Half-Day Pachacamac, Barranco & Chorrillos Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 76 reviews · 4 hours · from $75

Explore Pachacamac, Barranco, and Chorrillos on a private Lima tour with a bilingual guide, museum entry, sea views, and hotel transfers.

“This trip was great. Rosario, our guide, was excellent taking care of us in a private tour and at our pace. She managed the Peruvian history and transmitted it very well. Then we visited Barranca, the street art, architecture and places to eat worth it. I sure recommend it.”

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