South Valley Full Day

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Overview

  • Duration:2 hours 0 minutes
  • Tour Type:Daily Tour
  • Language:English, Spanish
  • Information:Guide
Explore the southeast of the city of Cusco, then visit attractions such as: Tipón, with its 12 impressive terraces of fertile soil and a water source, which together constitute a masterpiece of hydraulic engineering; Pikillaqta, a satellite city of the Wari culture, has a very harmonious geometric design; and Andahuaylillas, considered the "Sistine Chapel" of the Americas, due to the quality of the artwork found inside. It's a good choice for travelers who want a cultural and archaeological experience without trekking long distances and have limited time in Cusco but want to explore beyond the city.
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Highlights

  • Enjoy several important archaeological and colonial sites located outside the main tourist circuits.
  • Explore main sites of Tipón, Pikillacta, Andahuaylillas Church and sometimes additional stops like Saylla.
  • Great for history and culture lovers: Incan engineering, Wari civilization, colonial art.
  • Provides a good half-day or full-day excursion if you’re based in Cusco and want to fill out your itinerary.
  • Photo opportunities are excellent: terraces at Tipón, ancient city ruins, and colonial architecture.

Includes/Excludes

  • Pick-up from your hotel.
  • Tourist transport.
  • Professional guide.
  • Tourist ticket for the Southern Circuit or BTP.
  • Extras.
  • Entrance to the Chapel (optional).

Things To Pack?

  • Original passport or identity document.
  • Comfortable clothes.
  • Comfortable shoes or hiking boots.
  • Waterproof clothing if your visit is between November and April.
  • Hat.
  • Warm clothing.
  • Camera.
  • Sunscreen.
  • Sunglasses.
  • Mosquito repellent.

Cancellation Policy

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Itinerary

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Departure from Cusco (Morning Start)

7:00 AM – Pick-Up & Depart from Cusco
• Meet at your hotel or main plaza.
• Drive southeast along the picturesque Andean route.

Tipón – Inca Hydraulic Complex

8:00 AM – 10:00 AM
• Explore the impressive agricultural terraces.
• Observe ancient water channels that still function today.
• Learn about Inca engineering and irrigation systems.
• Enjoy panoramic mountain views.

Travel time to next stop: ~25 min.

Pikillacta – Pre-Inca Wari Site

10:30 AM – 12:00 PM
• Walk through one of the largest Wari urban centers.
• Explore long streets, adobe walls, and large plazas.
• Learn about the Wari culture, older than the Inca Empire.

Travel time to lunch: ~10 min.

Lunch in Huacarpay/Lucre

12:15 PM – 1:15 PM
• Local specialties: cuy chactado, trucha frita, chicharrón, chuño soups.
• Beautiful views of Huacarpay Lagoon.

Andahuaylillas – “Sistine Chapel of the Andes”

1:30 PM – 3:00 PM
• Visit the San Pedro de Andahuaylillas Church.
• Admire gold-leaf altars, murals, baroque art, and the famous pipe organ.
• Explore the charming Andean town plaza.

Optional Nearby Add-Ons:
• Rumiqolqa (Inca quarry)
• Oropesa (bread capital of Cusco – great for fresh giant “pan chuta”)

Return to Cusco (End of Day)

3:00 PM – 4:00 PM
• Arrive back in the city.
• Free evening for dinner or exploring San Blas.

Extra Services

Airport Transfers

Airport Transfers

Pick and drop service to, and from the airport on your arrival, and departure.

S/30.00/person
Childcare Services

Childcare Services

Expert care and supervision of your loved ones during your travel.

S/65.00/person
Photography Services

Photography Services

Professional photography to shoot, and capture your great adventure.

S/30.00/package
Souvenir Package

Souvenir Package

Souvenir items bundled together as a token of remembrance of your visit.

S/30.00/package

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