Cuzco ratings & opinions
How our students rated their experience in Cuzco
What our students said about Cuzco
Super, only negative point: a lot of stray dogs, staying a little away from the center I was attacked (without biting) by one of them.
France
I love Cuzco but this school is highly not recommendable
Germany
Beautiful place with beautiful energy.
Netherlands
What school directors said about Cuzco
Cuzco is the historic gateway to Machu Picchu, and a must stop for all travelers wanting to learn about the culture of Peru.
Cuzco is a beautiful colonial city, very safe and full of history and culture. Wherever you walk you will find very interesting places to know, this is why this city is a World Heritage Site. In addition, its Machupicchu ruins are among the new 7 Wonders of the world.
Most recent student reviews of language schools in Cuzco
The quality of teaching is very high. A lot of personal attention.
The location is great.
29 January 2024
Course: Group Course - 1 week
Student age: 36 years
Friendly teachers, good infrastructure, free dance and cooking lessons once a week, perfect location in the city centre. Cusceños/as also learn English at the school, which creates a very intercultural environment. The school therefore also offers a tandem exchange, which is very useful for practising conversation.
2 March 2022
Course: Intensive 20 - 2 weeks
Student age: 25 years
The 2-hour salsa classes on Tuesdays afternoons.
28 January 2020
Course: Spanish Program - Group 20 - 1 week
Student age: 28 years
I had a great teacher. All the staff was trying to help with any questions all the time. I felt very comfortable. Also nice that you get free tea and coffee all day.
It is just getting a bit too noisy from the classes in the afternoon.
I would definitely book Maximo again!
4 April 2019
Course: Spanish Program - Group 20 - 2 weeks
Student age: 33 years
The teachers are all super nice and capable!
25 December 2018
Course: Spanish Program - Group 20 - 6 weeks
Student age: 27 years
The opportunity to get to know the other students and to explore the area with them. And the teachers were positive and enthusiastic.
The collaboration with Dos Manos is, in my opinion, not of great value for Amauta.
30 August 2018
Course: Group Course - 3 weeks
Student age: 26 years
The textbooks, at other schools there were none.
30 March 2017
Course: Spanish Program - Group 20 - 1 week
Student age: 20 years
Great instruction & staff
A first class school
29 February 2016
Course: Spanish Program - Group 20 - 2 weeks
Student age: 61 years
Very professional organization, super nice staff, brilliant group of teachers
3 July 2014
Course: Spanish Program - Group 20 - 6 weeks
Student age: 39 years
The Spanish lessons were good. I really enjoyed the instructors and the methods they used for teaching.
Staying with Patricia is horrible. Students should try not to be placed in her home. While Patricia is kind and good hearted, staying with her is uncomfortable at best. No breakfast is served, not even coffee. The food she serves for dinner and lunch is usually rice and sauces with no fresh fruits or veg. Dinner was always late by at least an hour, and many times she didn't serve us until 9 pm. Also, her home is about a 45-minute bus ride from the school. If I were to return to Maximo, I would make sure to request a different accommodation.
17 April 2013
Course: Spanish Program - Group 10 - 4 weeks
Student age: 24 years
Good orientation session,experienced and enthusiastic teachers who planned the lesson according to the need of student.
This is a well organized centre with good facilities,experieced teachers and network of homestay families.
27 January 2013
Course: Spanish Program - Group 20 - 1 week
Student age: 35 years
Native Spanish speaking teacher. She was very good. I learned a lot though I took the group class.
3 August 2011
Course: Spanish Program - Group 10 - 5 weeks
Student age: 22 years
The lessons, the organization
I have paid 4 weeks accommodation ... a week has 7 nights that would be 28 nights. However, only 27 nights were paid to my host family and I therefore had to move out a day earlier. My suggestion would be to indicate the accommodation reservation in days on the bill and not in weeks. This would dismiss any errors.
I have paid the same amount for 7 nights as for 6 nights. So I want the 7th Day of my last week refunded.
22 February 2011
Course: Spanish Program - Group 10 - 4 weeks
Student age: 70 years
Classes, teachers, the ability to shift course in the case of plans, sightseeing, small groups, free Internet access.
Very modest accommodations. The family rented rooms have five other people in most English-speaking, so instead of Spanish language daily was very often in English. No independent bathroom was a surprise to me. Actually it was more like a shared apartment, plus meals prepared by the family.
7 December 2010
Course: Spanish Program - Group 10 - 2 weeks
Student age: 40 years
The teachers are approachable and friendly.
I loved my host family, and HIGHLY recommend them to future students. However, it was a large family, so I suggest the school should provide a list of names and pictures so the student can learn their names.
20 August 2008
Course: Intensive 20 - 11 weeks
Student age: 23 years
Information about Cuzco
Key Facts about Cuzco
- Big Mac price (Peru average):
13.19 PEN (31% cheaper than in USA)
- Residential voltage: 220 V
- Frequency: 60 Hz
Weather in Cuzco
Events in Cuzco
20 June 2024In Cusco huge processions are organised to celebrate Corpus Christi. Each one originates in a different part of the city but eventually they all join together at the cathedral.
24 June 2024Inti Raymi, the Incan Sun Festival, celebrates the winter solstice and Incan new year. Theatrical presentations with colourful costumes and masks recreate a blood-free version of the sacrificial ceremonies of centuries past, banned by the Spanish colonizers and resurrected in the 1940s.
What to do in Cuzco
Arrival airport
Public transportation to city center:
, 20 minutes.
Main stops: Avenida Sol, Plaza de Armas, Plaza San Francisco
Taxi: 5 minutes drive to city center of Cuzco
Public transportation in Cuzco
FAQ about schools in Cuzco
- I am a senior student looking for a Spanish immersion programme in Cusco Peru. I would also like help with some walking and hiking trips, including possibly Machu Picchu.
Can you give me some advice and information, please?“In Cuzco, Spanish programmes for students over 50 are typically available in the months of April, June, July, September, and October every year. Tours and excursions to Machu Picchu can be organized and paid for on the spot.”Ana Carolina Dos Santos, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Dec 22, 2022Other destinations that were popular to combine with courses in Cuzco
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