Cusco Food Tour – Private Gastronomy & Cultural Walking Experience
Explore the flavors, streets, history, and local culture of Cusco on a private food tour led by local guide Jose Martinez from Cusco Guide.
This cultural walking and gastronomy experience combines local Peruvian food, hidden streets, traditional drinks, San Pedro Market, coffee, chocolate, cooking experiences, Inca history, and authentic local storytelling in the historic center of Cusco.
Perfect for travelers searching for:
- Private Cusco Food Tours
- Cusco Gastronomy Tours
- Peruvian Food Experiences
- San Pedro Market Tours
- Cultural Walking Tours in Cusco
- Authentic Local Experiences in Peru
Your guide will meet you near the Inca statue in Plaza de Armas wearing a red “Cusco Guide” T-shirt.
Tour Overview
| Category | Details |
|---|
| Daily Departures | 10:00 AM & 5:30 PM |
| Tour Duration | Approximately 3 Hours |
| Walking Difficulty | Easy Walking Pace |
| Tour Type | Private Food & Cultural Tour |
| Meeting Point | Plaza de Armas of Cusco |
Morning Food & Market Experience – 10:00 AM
Tour Highlights
- Plaza de Armas of Cusco
- Local Peruvian coffee tasting
- Mercado Central de San Pedro
- Seasonal Andean fruit tasting
- Historic Inca streets and stone walls
- Hidden local streets
- Alpacas and llamas
- Native potato tasting
- Alpaca burger or local alpaca tasting
- Chocolate tasting
- Pisco Sour experience
- Peruvian cooking experience
- San Blas neighborhood
The morning experience includes San Pedro Market while local life, fresh products, and traditional Cusco gastronomy are most active.
Evening Food & Drinks Experience – 5:30 PM
Tour Highlights
- Plaza de Armas of Cusco
- Hidden colonial and Inca streets
- Traditional Peruvian drinks
- Local snacks and street food
- Native potato tasting
- Chocolate tasting
- Picarones tasting
- Alpaca anticuchos tasting
- Pisco Sour experience
- Peruvian cooking activity (ceviche class)
- San Blas neighborhood
The evening tour focuses on gastronomy, local nightlife, traditional flavors, and the relaxed atmosphere of Cusco after sunset.
Private Cusco Food Tour Prices
Prices include guiding service, selected food tastings, and cultural experiences during the tour.
| Travelers | Price |
|---|---|
| 2 Travelers | US$40 per person |
| 3–4 Travelers | US$30 per person |
| 5–6 Travelers | US$20 per person |
| 7–8 Travelers | US$15 per person |
| 9–12 Travelers | US$12 per person |
| 13–16 Travelers | US$10 per person |
Payment is made after the experience concludes.
Why Travelers Choose Cusco Guide
Cusco Guide is operated by local guide Jose Martinez, with years of experience leading walking tours in Cusco, Sacred Valley tours, and treks to Machu Picchu.
This experience combines local gastronomy, hidden streets, authentic storytelling, and cultural immersion beyond traditional tourist routes.
Ideal For
- Food lovers
- Couples
- Families
- Small private groups
- First-time visitors to Cusco
- Travelers looking for authentic local experiences
TripAdvisor Reviews
Travelers consistently recommend this Cusco food and cultural experience for its authentic atmosphere, local flavors, hidden streets, and personalized attention.
Reserve Your Private Food Tour in Cusco
Booking your Cusco Food Tour is simple. Select your preferred date and departure time below.
Your reservation will be confirmed by email with all meeting instructions and tour details.
Meeting Point
Meet your guide in front of the Inca statue located in the center of Plaza de Armas of Cusco.
Look for the red “Cusco Guide” T-shirt before the experience begins.
Please arrive 10 minutes early.
Why This Cusco Food Tour Is Different
- Authentic Peruvian gastronomy
- Real local experiences
- Hidden streets and local neighborhoods
- Traditional Andean ingredients
- Relaxed private experience
- Local storytelling from a Cusco guide
- Excellent for photography and social media
- Cultural immersion beyond standard city tours
This experience is designed for travelers looking for authentic food tours in Cusco, local culture, traditional flavors, and meaningful experiences with a local guide.
Discover Cusco Through Food, Culture & Hidden Streets
Taste local Peruvian flavors, explore hidden streets, discover traditional gastronomy, and experience Cusco beyond the typical tourist routes with a private cultural food experience.