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Cusco South Valley Tour - Half Day

Cusco, Cusco,
Duration

1 day(s)

Tour type

Regular

Group size

1-20 people

Physical Level

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Tour Overview

The Tour to the South Valley of Cusco is an enchanting excursion that offers a perfect blend of nature, culture, and history, spread across three important stages: Pre-Inca, Inca, and Colonial.

During this half-day tour, you will journey through several charming villages that still retain their colonial-era homes. Beginning with a visit to Tipón, an exquisite Inca temple dedicated to water, you will then proceed to explore Pikillacta, an extraordinary urban center from the pre-Inca Wari era. Finally, you will reach Andahuaylillas village, known for its awe-inspiring church often referred to as the "Sistine Chapel of America."

The South Valley Cusco tour is available in both group and private service, allowing you to choose the option that best suits your needs.

Activities
Walking Tour Photography Historical Explorer Discovery Religious Sightseeing

Tour Features

Duration
1 day(s)

Max Group Size
1-20 people

Tour Code
KPT-CSVT

Departure Type

Tour Category
Culture & Historical

Guiding Method
Fully guided

Operated In

Age Requirement
0 - 0

Cusco

Pickup Time:

08:30

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Cusco

Dropoff Time:

14:00

Highlights
Journey through the South Valley.

Itinerary

Day 1

The captivating South Valley Tour commences at approximately 8:30 am with a convenient pick-up from your chosen hotel in Cusco City.

In the morning, at the agreed time, our transportation will arrive at your hotel to collect you and embark on the enchanting South Valley Tour Cusco, heading towards the South East of Cusco along the Cusco – Puno route.

After a scenic journey of about an hour, you will reach the town of Tipón. From there, you will ascend the mountain in our comfortable car to reach the archaeological center bearing the same name. Tipón is a remarkable archaeological complex featuring 12 cultivation terraces enclosed by stunning walls constructed with intricately carved stones. The highlight of this site is its impressive irrigation system, which continues to be utilized for agriculture in the surrounding towns to this day.

Subsequently, we will return to the main route and arrive at Pikillacta, a vast urban center associated with the pre-Inca culture known as Wari. This magical place comprises over 1000 structures, including Colcas, squares, houses, temples, and streets. Some of these buildings tower up to four stories high.

Our final destination will be the extraordinary colonial village of Andahuaylillas, where you will visit its remarkable 16th-century church, also known as the Sistine Chapel of America. Adorned with exquisite 17th and 18th-century decorations on its walls and ceilings, gilded canvases, baroque altarpieces, and impressive murals by the artist Tadeo Escalante, this church is a sight to behold. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to marvel at the famous Pentalingu gate.

Upon concluding this remarkable excursion, our transport will return you to Cusco city, where you will be dropped off at the city center. You can expect to arrive at approximately 2:00 pm.

Included

Touristic transport and professional driver

Excluded

- Drinks and box lunch

- Snacks

- Services not mentioned

- Tips

- Entrance tickets:

  • Andahuaylillas ticket: S/ 15.00
  • Tourist tickets (Partial or General):

Can be purchased at the entrance of archaeological centers. There are two types of tickets available: Partial and General.


1. The Partial ticket costs S/ 70.00 and is only valid for the Sacred Valley tour and Maras. It has a validity of 2 days.

2. The General ticket costs S/ 130.00 and can be used for the City Tour and Valle Sur tours as well, in addition to the Sacred Valley tour and Maras. It has a validity of 10 days.


Please note that prices are subject to change and it's best to confirm the latest rates before purchasing tickets. Enjoy your visit!

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