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The South Valley Tour 1 Day is an excellent alternative for travelers who want to explore lesser-visited archaeological sites near Cusco. This route combines impressive Inca constructions, colonial art, and traditional Andean villages, offering a deeper understanding of the region’s history beyond the classic city tour.
Easy
Culture, Adventure
3300msnm
Group Service
South Valley Tour 1 day visiting the remarkable archaeological sites of Tipón, known for its impressive Inca engineering, and the Pre-Inca Wari ruins of Piquillacta. The tour concludes in the charming town of Andahuaylillas, home to the “Sistine Chapel of the Americas,” which features stunning 17th-century mural paintings.
Note: The South Valley Tour is exclusively available to clients booking 2, 3, 4, or more days of tours or treks to Machu Picchu.
We will pick you up from your hotel at either 9:00 am or 1:00 pm and travel by private van to Andahuaylillas. Here, we will visit the Church of Saint Peter, renowned as the “Sistine Chapel of the Americas.” Built by the Jesuits at the end of the 16th century, the church features classic colonial architecture with wide adobe walls, an ornate facade, and impressive murals, including the “Assumption of the Virgin” by Esteban Murillo and other works attributed to Luis de Riaño.
Following our visit to the church, we will proceed to the Pre-Inca archaeological site of Piquillacta. This site showcases the extensive urban planning of the Wari culture, set against a backdrop of breathtaking mountains and lakes.
Next, we will travel to the archaeological site of Tipón, renowned for its sophisticated Inca hydraulic systems. We will then return to the village of Tipón, where you can savor a traditional lunch featuring baked guinea pig, a culinary link between ancient Inca traditions and modern Quechua culture. After lunch, we will head back to your hotel in Cusco.
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Note: The South Valley Tour is available only to clients booking 2, 3, 4, or more days of tours or treks to Machu Picchu.
Please provide the following details for each participant:
To avoid high credit card fees in Peru, you may pay in cash (US dollars or Peruvian soles) at our office in Cusco. ATMs are available in the historic center. Alternatively, you can pay online via VISA or PAYPAL, with a 5.5% service fee. For PAYPAL payments, use our email address: incasexpeditions@gmail.com.
You can purchase a 1-Day or 10-Day Boleto Turístico.
What to Bring:
Sites covered by the Boleto Turístico include:
Sacsayhuaman, Qenqo, Pucapucara, Tambomachay, Pisaq, Ollantaytambo, Chinchero, Moray, Tipon, Piquillacta
Note: Entrance to major archaeological sites like Sacsayhuaman, Pisaq, Ollantaytambo, Chinchero, Tipón, and Moray requires a Boleto Turístico. Purchase it at Avenida el Sol or at the entrance of the first site. Payment must be made in soles; credit cards and US dollars are not accepted.
Important: The Boleto Turístico does not cover entrance to Qoricancha or Santo Domingo Convent (10 soles) and the Cathedral (25 soles).
Yes, we are committed to sustainable and responsible tourism. We adhere to universal tourism principles: protecting the environment, supporting local communities, and respecting their culture and religion. All our local staff are trained to understand, respect, and appreciate the places and people involved.
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