Tour Description
Cultural tour of the South Valley visiting Tipon, Pikillacta and Andahuaylillas, combining Inca, pre-Inca and colonial history in half a day.
The South Valley Cusco Tour is a cultural experience that allows you to discover the historical diversity of the region in half a day. The adventure begins with a hotel pickup at around 8:00 a.m., heading south of the city to explore important archaeological and colonial sites.
The first stop is Tipon, an Inca complex renowned for its impressive system of channels and agricultural terraces that still function today, reflecting the advanced hydraulic engineering of the Incas. The tour then continues to Pikillacta, an ancient pre-Inca city of the Wari culture, characterized by its rectangular structures, organized streets and walls that evidence an advanced urban design.
Finally, the Andahuaylillas church is visited, considered the “Sistine Chapel of the Americas” for the artistic richness of its interior. Its murals, altarpieces and gilded details display the fusion of Andean and European culture during the colonial period.
The tour concludes with the return to Cusco at around 3:00 p.m., offering a complete experience that combines archaeology, history and art in an accessible and enriching tour.
What's included
Included
- Hotel pickup in Cusco
- Round-trip tourist transport
- Professional bilingual guide
- Entrance tickets (Partial ticket + Andahuaylillas entrance)
- Constant assistance
Not included
- Tips for service
- Meals not mentioned
- Personal and extra expenses
Itinerary
Cusco – South Valley – Cusco
A tour full of history and contrasts.
- Hotel pickup in Cusco (approx. 08:00 a.m.)
- Visit to Tipon: Inca ceremonial center
- Tour of Pikillacta: pre-Inca city of the Wari culture
- Visit to Andahuaylillas: 17th-century colonial church
- Return to Cusco (approx. 03:00 p.m.)
Frequently Asked Questions
It is a half-day tour, approximately from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
No, it is low difficulty with short walks, suitable for all types of travelers.
Comfortable clothing, sunscreen, a hat, water and a camera. A rain jacket is recommended during the rainy season.
Yes, it is ideal for families as it does not require significant physical effort.
Yes, the tour includes the partial ticket and the entrance to the Andahuaylillas church.
