Cusco South Valley Tour
Half Day
Historical
Easy
All year round
Visit the main archaeological sites south of the Cusco valley, Tipon, Pikillacta, Sistine Chapel of Andahuaylillas.
General information
Sites we will visit:
- Tipon.
- Pikillacta.
- Sistine Chapel of Andahuaylillas.
Itinerary
We pick you up from your hotel between 8:45 am to start visiting these incredibleplaces in the south of Cusco.
Tipon Archaeological Site:
Tipon is said to be a royal garden commissioned by Wiracocha. It is one of the most elaborate examples of agricultural terraces created by the Incas. These high terraces running up the narrow valley are irrigated by an aqueduct from Pachatusan, the mountain above the site. In addition to the construction of terraces there are also some other structures at Tipon, including baths, a temple complex, canals and aqueducts.
Tipon is certainly one of the least visited sites in the Cusco area, but it is equally as impressive as those in the Sacred Valley. The Tipon archaeological complex is located 24 km southeast of Cusco.
Pikillacta Archaeological Site:
Pikillacta is the only pre-Inca site in the Cusco area. This adobe complex was built around 700 to 900 years AD by the Huari culture, in the area, there is a small Inca site a few steps from Pikillacta, known as Rumicolca, a travel checkpoint for the Incas.
Sistine Chapel of Andahuaylillas:
Here you will find the “Sistine Chapel of Peru,” a church that is home to gilded altars, paintings and many colorful ceilings. The chapel is simple and modest on the outside, but inside you can find masterpiece after masterpiece. Also some paintings of the famous “Escuela Cuzqueña” can be appreciated.
On the way back pass Saylla typical Cuzco where people can enjoy the delicious pork cracklings, or the roasted ginea pig (optional).
We return to Cusco approximately 14:00 pm.
Included
- Pick up from hotel to start our trip
- Transportation
- Professional bilingual guide (English / Spanish).
Not Included
- Tourist Ticket
- Entrance fee to the chapel of Andahuaylillas (S./ 15 nuevos soles)
- Lunch is not included
- You can try Cusco`s famous specialty “Cuy al Horno” roasted guinea pig in Tipon.
What to bring?
- Warm clothing for second shift.
- Raincoats in rainy season.
- Sun block.
- Sunglasses.
- Extra money.
- Passport.
Prices
SHARED SERVICE PER PERSON
02 Persons / $40.00 AMERICAN DOLLARS PER PERSON.
03 Persons / $.35.00.00 AMERICAN DOLLARS PER PERSON.
04 Persons or more persons / $.30.00 AMERICAN DOLLARS PER PERSON.
DEPARTURE DAYS: Every day.
Note: Tourist Ticket
The full tourist ticket is valid for 10 days and allows entry to most of the Inca sites around Cusco and the Sacred Valley. (16 seats) This is a better option if you plan to also combine the city tour, or visit any of the archaeological sites outside the Sacred Valley in Cusco. An alternative option is to purchase a partial tourist ticket which is s/70. This is valid for 1 day and will allow entry to all sites on the South Valley Tour.
From: $40
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