Planetarium Cusco: Learn About Inca Astronomy

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About this activity

Excellent way to spend a few hours during the evening in Cusco at the small and private Planetarium; located at about 10 minutes by car from the main square; next to the archaeological park of Sacsayhuamán , in Cusco Peru

Learn about the Southern Hemisphere, European and Incan constellations, learn how the Incas were able to predict El Niño years simply by watching the dark constellations!

The experience includes an overview of the Incas beliefs, experiencing the southern sky and finally going to use the telescopes to view the amazing night sky.

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At a glance

Duration: 2 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 20 people
People per booking: 1–20
Guide: English, Spanish
Operated by: Peru Trek 4 Good

Ages: Adults (5–80 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Local guide
Included: Pickup and drop-off at Regocijo Square

Not included

Not included: Transportation from and to the hotel
Not included: Meals and drinks
Not included: Gratuities

Itinerary

Planetarium Cusco Sitio Oficial

2 hours Admission included

17:30 - 17:40: Pick up from ¨Regocijo square¨ (Middle of the Plaza)

17:55: Arrival to Planetarium Cusco

18:00: Introduction to Inca astronomy in our interpretation rooms

18:30: Virtual projection of the southern sky and constellations in the dome

19:00: Stargazing with telescopes (Depending on weather conditions)

19:40: Return to the city

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

17:30 pm In the center of the square, if you won't be on time it will be no show

End point

17:30 pm In the center of the square, if you won't be on time it will be no show

Using your ticket

we will pick you up at the center of the Regocijo Square (by the fountain) from 17:30 - 17:40 pm, please wait ready to leave there

If you won't be on time it will be NO SHOW

Bring Warm Clothes
Comfortable Shoes
Binocular (if you brought them)

Cancellation

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.