Cusco South Valley
FULL DAY | Estarting from US$ 00.00 per person.
Duration: Full day.
Group size: Maximum 15 pax.
Type of service: Private or group.
Maximum altitude: 3,350 meters above sea level.
Transportation: Bus or car.
Places to visit: Tipon, Pikillaqta, Andahuaylillas.
Overview
If you are trying to get the evolution of Peru, this tour to the southern valley of Cusco will be helpful and surprising.
You could stroll among historical wonders while you enjoy a trip in time through the stories and information that our tour guide will give you. The places, that you will visit, are very quiet and privileged, due to the quality of buildings and Andean jewels that you will find at every single moment.
Pre Inca, Inca and colonial period in one day!
You could stroll among historical wonders while you enjoy a trip in time through the stories and information that our tour guide will give you. The places, that you will visit, are very quiet and privileged, due to the quality of buildings and Andean jewels that you will find at every single moment.
Pre Inca, Inca and colonial period in one day!
What to expect:
- Visit to the archaeological complex of Tipon.
- Chance to buy the big chuta bread.
- Panoramic view of the Huacarpay lagoon and Lucre valley.
- Visit to the archaeological site of Pikillaqta.
- Appreciate the great sun gate to Qollasuyo.
- Enjoy the beautiful main square of Andahuaylillas.
- Visit the chapel of Apostle Saint Peter, “the Sistine Chapel of America”.
- Opportunity to taste typical cuisine from the southern Cusco.
Itinerary
This exclusive Cusco south valley tour begins when we pick you up from your hotel in Cusco at 9:00 a.m. to board the touristic transportation that will take us for 50 minutes towards Tipon town.
This place is very popular for its restaurants that always offer a delicious roasted guinea pig. Although the most valuable thing we will find in Tipon is its archaeological complex from Inca times, which is one of the best samples of the high level of hydraulic engineering that this culture boasted.
Inside the archaeological complex, there are water fountains that have no specific origin and have never dried up for more than 500 years!
Then, we will travel by car for 15 minutes until we reach Pikillaqta. On the way, you will have the great opportunity to buy a traditional bread from Cusco and Peru, known as “chuta”.
Once we arrive to Pikillaqta, you will notice that the architecture of the place is completely different from the previous one. Because this construction belongs to the Wari culture, who tried to settle in this beautiful valley in front of the Huacarpay lagoon (before the Incas) to conquer these lands.
After enjoying the guided tour in this place, we will travel to Andahuaylillas (15 minutes). Here we will take spectacular pictures in the middle of its picturesque square decorated with ancient pisonay trees and the chapel of Apostle Saint Peter.
Also called “the Sistine Chapel of America”, this religious building was built during the 17th century; it has one of the best selections of artistic jewels from the colonial period. It was one of the most important Jesuit church for the evangelization of the Peruvian Andes by great samples of European art with native features.
It is only compared to the chapel that Michelangelo painted in Rome!
Afterwards we will travel back to Cusco city on board the touristic transportation, although on the way (if you dare) you can taste delicious dishes of this area of the southern valley. Finally you will arrive at your hotel at 15:30 hours approx. End of the tour to Cusco southern valley.
This place is very popular for its restaurants that always offer a delicious roasted guinea pig. Although the most valuable thing we will find in Tipon is its archaeological complex from Inca times, which is one of the best samples of the high level of hydraulic engineering that this culture boasted.
Inside the archaeological complex, there are water fountains that have no specific origin and have never dried up for more than 500 years!
Then, we will travel by car for 15 minutes until we reach Pikillaqta. On the way, you will have the great opportunity to buy a traditional bread from Cusco and Peru, known as “chuta”.
Once we arrive to Pikillaqta, you will notice that the architecture of the place is completely different from the previous one. Because this construction belongs to the Wari culture, who tried to settle in this beautiful valley in front of the Huacarpay lagoon (before the Incas) to conquer these lands.
After enjoying the guided tour in this place, we will travel to Andahuaylillas (15 minutes). Here we will take spectacular pictures in the middle of its picturesque square decorated with ancient pisonay trees and the chapel of Apostle Saint Peter.
Also called “the Sistine Chapel of America”, this religious building was built during the 17th century; it has one of the best selections of artistic jewels from the colonial period. It was one of the most important Jesuit church for the evangelization of the Peruvian Andes by great samples of European art with native features.
It is only compared to the chapel that Michelangelo painted in Rome!
Afterwards we will travel back to Cusco city on board the touristic transportation, although on the way (if you dare) you can taste delicious dishes of this area of the southern valley. Finally you will arrive at your hotel at 15:30 hours approx. End of the tour to Cusco southern valley.
Includes
- Private touristic transportation.
- Official tour guide.
- Entrance tickets to the touristic attractions mentioned in the itinerary.
Not Included
- Meals not included in the itinerary.
- Drinks.
- Souvenirs.
- Extra expenses.
- Tips.
Recommendations
Have sunscreen, wear sunglasses and sun hat and carry a small backpack with water, extra money and a rain poncho (especially for the raining season, from November to March). In addition, bring a camera and a lot of desire to learn about the cultures that exist throughout the Cusco south valley tour.
FAQ'S
- What types of cuisine can be found on the South Valley Tour?
You can only find local cuisine such as chicharon (fried pork), roosted guinea pig, chicken soup and many typical options of the south valley. - Are there toilets in the places to visit?
Yes, all the places you will visit on the Cusco’s south valley tour have toilets in very good conditions. In addition, you will find souvenir shops. - Is it possible to do the south valley tour with children?
Yes, in fact, this tour is highly recommended for children owing to there are not many people in each place to visit and the times in the touristic transportation are short.
