About this experience
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
At a glance
- Duration: 5 hr–6 hr
Plan your experience
Set aside 5 hr–6 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- 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)
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What is included
- Professional guide
- Tourist Transportation and Professional Driver
Not included
- Boleto Turistico Cusco
- Iglesia de Andahuaylillas
- Lunch
- Bottled water
- Optional
Itinerary and highlights
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.
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.
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 and pickup information
- a una cuadra de la plaza de armas
- We pick up from any hotel in the city center of Cusco
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Kantu Peru Tours
Accessibility and practical details
- 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
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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