South Valley Private Tour: Tipón, Pikillacta and Andahuaylillas

4.9
(10 reviews)

6 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: Portuguese and 2 more

If you're in search of an authentic and off-the-beaten-path experience in Peru, you can't miss the South Valley Tour in Cusco. It's an experience that will take you through the rich history, culture, and natural beauty of this unique region.

Explore three Andean attractions, starting with a visit to the archaeological site of Tipón, where you'll learn about the ingenious engineering and spiritual practices of the Incas. Next, explore the ruins of Pikillacta (the Flea Town). Finally, stop in the town of Andahuaylillas and visit the Church of San Pedro, also known as the "Sistine Chapel of America."

What's Included

Professional tour guide in Portuguese, English or Spanish.
Agency services
Pick up from your hotel
Round-trip tourist transportation
The Tipón archaeological site and Pikillacta (partial ticket)
The Church of Andahuaylillas
Food, drinks and snacks.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).

Itinerary

Duration: 6 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Cusco

    This fascinating tour begins with the pick-up service at your hotel to 8:00 am. On this day, you'll embark on an exclusive adventure. We will start our journey in Quispicanchis.

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 2

    We will visit the impressive archaeological complex of Tipón, an important center of worship where the Incas revered water, one of the elements of nature considered sacred in Andean cosmology. Water flows through channels and traverses terraces and waterfalls.

    45 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 3

    Next, we will head to the archaeological complex of Pikillacta, the Huari urban center dating back to the pre-Inca era. You'll notice that the constructions here are quite different from Inca constructions.

    1 hour Admission ticket not included
  • 4

    We continue to the town of Andahuaylillas, where you'll see its 16th-century church, known as the "Sistine Chapel of America" due to the abundance of paintings on its walls and ceiling. The church features an organ decorated with angels and cherubs, as well as large murals by the famous artist Tadeo Escalante.

    45 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 5
    Cusco

    Finally in the afternoon, we will return to Cusco, where we will drop you off at your hotel.

    1 hour Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Peru Grand Travel

Tags

Day Trips
Half-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private Sightseeing Tours
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Additional fees
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

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

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