• Explore Cusco’s South Valley: Tipón and Pikillacta
  • Explore Cusco’s South Valley: Tipón and Pikillacta
  • Explore Cusco’s South Valley: Tipón and Pikillacta
  • Explore Cusco’s South Valley: Tipón and Pikillacta
  • Explore Cusco’s South Valley: Tipón and Pikillacta
  • Explore Cusco’s South Valley: Tipón and Pikillacta
  • Explore Cusco’s South Valley: Tipón and Pikillacta
  • Explore Cusco’s South Valley: Tipón and Pikillacta

Explore Cusco’s South Valley: Tipón and Pikillacta

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ID: GYG1121821-1722022
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Country: Peru

Duration: 05:00 hours


Description

Explore the South Valley of Cusco on a guided tour. Visit the Inca site of Tipón, the pre-Inca city of Pikillacta, and the colonial town of Andahuaylillas.
Begin with a pickup from your hotel in Cusco and head 40 minutes southwest to reach Tipón, part of the Qapac Ñan or Inca Trail route. Admire its water-focused architecture and beautiful agricultural terraces.

Next, visit Pikillacta, considered one of the largest and best-preserved pre-Inca (Wari) cities in Peru. Explore its fascinating site museum and learn about its history from your guide.

Continue to Rumiqolqa, once one of the main gateways into Cusco and the route toward Qollasuyo. Finally, stop in the charming town of Andahuaylillas, famous for housing the “Sistine Chapel of America,” a colonial masterpiece adorned with breathtaking murals, gold leaf decorations, and baroque-style paintings.

Highlights

  • Marvel at the impressive Inca hydraulic center of Tipón
  • Explore the mysterious pre-Inca site of Pikillacta
  • Visit the charming town of Andahuaylillas and its stunning church
  • Discover the rich history and culture of the South Valley of Cusco
  • Enjoy a panoramic trip through traditional villages and unique sites

Guiding languages

IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The tour includes walking through archaeological sites.
INCLUDED
  • Hotel pickup.
  • Transportation to all mentioned tourist sites.
  • Professional bilingual guide (English – Spanish).
  • Assistance before, during, and after the tour.
NOT INCLUDED

When should I book?

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.


Cancellations

This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.