Cusco: Valle Sur Full-Day Tour with Hotel Pickup

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ID: GYG1159362-1776995
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Country: Peru

Duration: 10:00 hours


Description

Explore the Valle Sur on a full-day tour from Cusco. Visit Tipón, Pikillacta, and Andahuaylillas, home to the Church of San Pedro Apóstol, the “Sistine Chapel of the Americas.”
Begin your adventure with a pickup from your hotel in Cusco and head toward the southeastern part of the valley. Make your first stop at Tipón, an impressive Inca archaeological complex known for its advanced water canalization system.

Admire its fountains, terraces, and aqueducts, which are still functioning today, showcasing the hydraulic engineering of the Inca Empire and its deep spiritual connection to water.

Continue to Pikillacta, a pre-Inca city belonging to the Wari culture, which predates the Incas. Marvel at its wide avenues, stone walls, and urban layout, which are remarkable for their scale and planning, highlighting the importance of this civilization in Peru’s ancient history.

Make your final stop at Andahuaylillas, a charming colonial town home to one of the most beautiful churches on the continent: the Church of San Pedro Apóstol, also known as the “Sistine Chapel of the Americas.” Inside, find magnificent 17th-century frescoes, gilded altarpieces, and intricate paintings.

After exploring these three unique sites, return to Cusco in the afternoon with hearts full of history, art, and Andean beauty.

Highlights

  • Marvel at the advanced water canalization system of Tipón
  • Explore the pre-Inca city of Pikillacta, belonging to the Wari culture
  • Visit the Church of San Pedro Apóstol, the “Sistine Chapel of the Americas”
  • Discover the hydraulic engineering of the Inca Empire at Tipón
  • Enjoy a full-day tour of the Valle Sur with hotel pickup from Cusco

Guiding languages

IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Wear comfortable shoes for walking
Bring a camera for photos
Be prepared for varying weather conditions
INCLUDED
  • Pick-up from your hotel.
  • Tourist transportation.
  • Professional bilingual guide.
NOT INCLUDED
  • BTC Tourist Ticket – required to enter Tipon, Pikillaqta.
  • Services not mentioned.
  • Tips or personal expenses.

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.