The South Valley Tour Cusco is a captivating alternative tour in Cusco. This tour provides an exceptional combination of stunning landscapes, rich cultural heritage with impressive Inca ruins, and a journey through charming Andean villages.
This amazing half-day excursion invites you to discover three significant historical attractions: the Temple of Tipon, the remarkable Pikillaqta ruins, and the beautiful Church of Andahuaylillas.
Join us to explore these extraordinary destinations in southern Cusco and be enchanted by their fascinating history.
Tour Description
After we pick you up from your hotel, we will head towards the South Valley of Cusco via the main highway, making our way to the first destination. Our journey begins with a visit to the Tipón Water Temple, located 16 miles southeast of Cusco.
This remarkable archaeological site features 12 impressive terraces, primarily dedicated to the water cult. The ancient irrigation system is particularly noteworthy, as it remains functional and continues to water the area’s crops today. Additionally, a segment of the Inca Trail runs through this site, which spans a total area of 240 hectares at an average altitude of 3,316 meters above sea level.
Next, we visit the Pikillacta ruins, a significant pre-Inca urban center that played a vital role in the development of the Huari culture between the 6th and 9th centuries. Pikillacta is situated at 3,250 meters above sea level and covers an area of 50 hectares.
Our journey continues to the picturesque town of Andahuaylillas. This authentic Andean town is home to an extraordinary chapel known as the “Sistine Chapel of America,” constructed around the sixteenth century. The chapel stands out for its Renaissance exterior and Baroque interior, adorned with magnificent gold, murals, and canvas artwork throughout.
After exploring the breathtaking South Sacred Valley, we will drop you off at El Regocijo Square, just one block from the Plaza de Armas.
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PRICES 2026-2027
Group Service: South Valley Cusco Tour - Without Ticket Entrances
Includes Transfers, Transport And Professional Guide (English And Spanish)
- Start Time: 08:50
- Languages: ESP,ENG
- Duration: 6 hrs
- Operation Days: Every day
Group Service: South Valley Cusco Tour
Includes Transfers, Transport, Professional Guide (English And Spanish), Tickets To Tourist Places Mentioned In The Itinerary.
- Start Time: 08:50
- Languages: ESP,ENG
- Duration: 6 hrs
- Operation Days: Every day
Price per person based on a booking for 2 people. Prices may vary depending on the date and number of travelers.
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South Valley Tipon, Pikillacta & Andahuaylillas