About this experience
The South Valley tour Cusco, includes visits to the most important attractions between Cusco and Puno. Being the first to explore the extraordinary archaeological complex of Raqchi near Vilcanota river built in honor of the god Viracocha followed by the beautiful temple of Tipon in Tipon near Puno, where the Incas constructed an impressive irrigation system in harmony with nature. In addition, the South Valley tour Cusco, will take you to the Pre-Inca site of Piquillacta built by the Wari culture and the colonial Sistine Chapel of the Americas, in Andahuaylillas.
In the South valley tour, Cusco, you will also pass several towns which are well know for their fabulous gastronomy festivals on organic food and guinea pigs.
At a glance
- Duration: 5 hr
- Private experience
Plan your experience
Set aside 5 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
Local guides to help you plan
South Valley Day Trip From Cusco
Plan a rewarding South Valley day trip from Cusco with practical guidance for Tipón, Pikillacta and Andahuaylillas, including timing, transport, altitude and access considerations.
What is included
- Professional tour guide
- Bus for 15 to 25 people
Not included
- Entrance fees to sites (30 soles)
- Lunch
- Tips
Itinerary and highlights
Located to the east of Cusco, these Incan ruins are believed to have been a park for the upper class or an agricultural center. This large area contains 12 impressive terraces. More impressive is the still functioning irrigation system that continues watering crops to this day! We will spend about an hour in Tipon.
Pikillaqta presents characteristics of a pre-Incan main urban center that was important for the development of the Huari Empire. In this ancient town, you can see colcas (food deposits), athletics fields, houses, temples, narrow streets and buildings up to four stories high! We will spend about an hour here.
Andahuaylillas is a typical Andean village with unique architecture. It is noted for its colonial catholic church with beautiful decorations and wall paintings from the 17th and 18th centuries. It is known as the Sistine Chapel of Cusco.
Meeting and pickup information
- Please provide us with your hotel information for pick up & drop off
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Valencia Travel Agency S.a.c.
Accessibility and practical details
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- pick drop off in your hotel
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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