South Valley Tour in Cusco (Half a Day)

South Valley Tour in Cusco (Half a Day)
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DURATION 1 Day
DEPARTURE Hotel in Cusco - Plaza San Francisco
GROUP SIZE 2-19 pax
MAX. ALTITUDE 3560 m.a.s.l.
DIFFICULTY Easy

The beginning of the journey

  • In this tour, we will explore three iconic sites in the Southern Valley. We will start in Tipón, a gem of Inca architecture, followed by Pikillacta, where we will learn about the fascinating Wari culture, and culminate at the impressive Sistine Chapel of Andahuaylillas, known for its detailed architecture and beautiful canvases from centuries past.
  • In addition to these visits, you will have the opportunity to enjoy the delicious typical food of the region, always with prior coordination between the guide and the passengers.
  • In Tipón, we will be able to taste the famous cuy chactado or cuy al horno, an authentic culinary experience. You will also get to know the traditional pan chuta, a round Andean bread that is offered in both Tipón and other stops along the way.
  • Connect with nature and appreciate the incredible fusion of Inca and colonial architecture. In the Sistine Chapel, you will marvel at the exquisite wood carvings, the impressive paintings, and the gold leaf that adorns its interior, while learning about the chroniclers who narrated the history of these magnificent places.

Itinerary

We will pick you up at your hotel between 8:30 and 8:45 a.m. to start our tour to the Southern Valley of Cusco. This journey will allow you to explore stunning natural landscapes while discovering Inca and pre-Inca architecture at iconic sites.

We will begin our excursion heading towards Tipón, located about an hour from Cusco. This archaeological complex, dedicated to the worship of water, will immerse you in Andean cosmology and help you understand the importance of this element for the Incas. We will enjoy a guided tour of approximately 45 minutes to appreciate the fountains and aqueducts that make up this fascinating place.

Next, we will continue to Pikillacta, an archaeological site of the Wari culture dating from the 15th to 18th centuries. Here, we will observe the use of stucco on its ancient walls, and our guide will share information about the design and purpose of this impressive pre-Inca city. We will spend around 45 to 50 minutes in Pikillacta.

Our final stop will be Andahuaylillas, a peaceful village where we will visit the famous Sistine Chapel of America, an architectural gem from the 17th century. This temple is renowned for its magnificent frescoes and murals that cover its walls and ceiling, representing the fusion of Andean and Spanish cultures.

At the end of our visit, we will make a brief stop in Saylla, where you will have about 30 minutes to relax and grab a bite. After that, we will return to Cusco, dropping off our passengers near the Plaza de Armas approximately six hours and 30 minutes after the start of the tour, around 3:30 p.m.

What's included

  • Hotel pickup. Hotel pickups start from 8:30 a.m. for group tours. For private tours, the pickup time can be arranged.
  • Bilingual professional guide (Spanish and English). In group tours, the tour is conducted in Spanish and English, one after the other. In private tours, you can choose to have the tour in Spanish, English, or Portuguese.
  • Transportation. Includes tourist transport to the attractions.

This tour requires a General Tourist Ticket or a Partial Tourist Ticket. For more information about Tourist Tickets, see the ‘Recommended to Bring’ tab.

 

  • Partial Tourist Ticket
    • (S/. 70.00 Soles – Foreigners | S/. 40.00 Soles – Peruvians)
  • Entrance to the Sistine Chapel of Andahuaylillas
    • (S/. 18.00 Soles – Foreigners | S/. 10.00 Soles – Peruvians)

Recommended to bring

  • Tourist Ticket. To visit various cultural attractions in Cusco, you will need a Partial Tourist Ticket or a General Tourist Ticket.

    • If you plan to visit most of the major tourist sites in Cusco during your stay, we recommend purchasing the General Tourist Ticket to save on entrance fees and simplify your trip.

       

    • General Tourist Ticket: S/. 130.00 Soles – Foreigners | S/. 70.00 Soles – Peruvians. Includes entrance to 16 tourist sites in Cusco, which are the Regional Historical Museum, Puca Pucara, Contemporary Art Museum, Tambomachay, Popular Art Museum, Pisac, Qorikancha Site Museum, Ollantaytambo, Qosqo Native Art Center, Chinchero, Monument to Inca Pachacutec, Moray, Sacsayhuaman, Tipón, Q’enqo, and Pikillacta.
    • Partial Tourist Ticket: S/. 70.00 Soles – Foreigners | S/. 40.00 Soles – Peruvians. Includes entrance for 1 day to 1 circuit of attractions. There are three circuits: Circuit I (Sacsayhuaman, Qenqo, Tambomachay, Puca Pucara), Circuit II (Regional Historical Museum, Contemporary Art Museum, Popular Art Museum, Qorikancha Site Museum, Qosqo Native Art Center, Monument to Inca Pachacutec, Archaeological Park of Tipón, Archaeological Park of Pikillacta), Circuit III (Pisac, Ollantaytambo, Chinchero, Moray).
  • Backpack to carry your belongings
  • Sunblock
  • Camera
  • Peruvian soles in cash (approximately 100 soles)

  • To purchase your Tourist Ticket as well as the entrance to the Sistine Chapel of Andahuaylillas, you will need to bring Peruvian soles