Tour to the South Valley of Cusco - Half Day Tour

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Tipon — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Pikillaqta — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

This impressive tour is the only one that mixes three periods of Andean history, visits 3 places corresponding to the Inca, Pre-Inca and colonial times. Our exclusive service will make you live this experience in an incredible way

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At a glance

Duration: 5–6 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 18 people
People per booking: 1–18
Guide: English, Spanish
Operated by: Kantu Peru Tours

Ages: Children (8–17 years) · Adults (18–65 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Professional guide
Included: Tourist Transportation and Professional Driver

Not included

Not included: Admission fees: Boleto Turistico Cusco
Not included: Admission fees: Iglesia de Andahuaylillas
Not included: Lunch
Not included: Bottled water
Not included: Gratuities: Optional

Itinerary

Tipon

40 min Admission not included

After approximately 1 hour trip you will reach the town of Tipón from where you will climb the mountain on our car to the archaeological center of the same name. Tipón is an archaeological complex consisting of 12 cultivation terraces surrounded by walls built with carved stones. The most surprising thing about this site is its impressive irrigation system that until today is still used for agriculture in the surrounding towns.
Pikillaqta

40 min Admission not included

Then you will return to the main route and arrive at Pikillacta, a large urban center corresponding to the Wari culture made up of more than 1000 constructions between colcas, squares, houses, temples, and streets; These buildings were up to 4 stories high.
Andahuaylillas

40 min

The last point of visit will be the colonial village of Andahuaylillas where you will visit its fantastic 16th-century church known as the “Sistine Chapel of America” due to its beautiful 17th and 18th-century decoration on walls and ceilings, canvases with gold-plated frames, baroque altarpieces and impressive murals by the artist Tadeo Escalante. You can also appreciate the famous Pentalingu gate.

Meeting point and pickup

You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.

Meeting point

a una cuadra de la plaza de armas

End point

Pickup points

Hotel Cusco La Paccha, Affiliated by Melia
Inka Club Hostel
Hotel Warani
San Agustin Plaza
San Agustin International Hotel
Casa Andina Standard Cusco Plaza
Atoq San Blas Hotel
Mister Inkas Hotels Inn
Hotel Arqueologo - Casa Peralta - Exclusive Selection
Tecte Guest House
Hotel Marqueses

and 152 more pickup points

We pick up from any hotel in the city center of Cusco

Using your ticket

You can buy the tickets on every single attraction

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

Good to know

Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
RECOMMENDATIONS FOR THE TOUR:
Tourist ticket (not included in the price, you can buy it at the door of the archaeological centers), bring emergency money
Passport or identity document (current)
Small backpack (water bottle, snacks and more)
Extra cash (Soles) to buy souvenirs (optional)
Hat or cap for the sun and sunglasses
Sunscreen
Comfortable sneakers for the visit
Light and warm clothes
Waterproof jacket/rain poncho if your visit is between the months of October to March
Camera and extra batteries
Not recommended for crippled people