South Valley Cusco Tour

Where ancient civilizations meet timeless landscapes.
Half Day
Service
Private or Group
Max Altitude
3999 m.
Difficulty
Easy

Discover the Historic and Cultural Route of the South Valley

Just a few kilometers from Cusco lies a corridor full of history, culture, and surprising landscapes: the South Valley. This tour combines archaeological wonders like Tipon, with its impressive Inca water channels, the pre-Inca legacy of Pikillacta, and the colonial beauty of the Andahuaylillas Church, known as the "Sistine Chapel of the Americas." Each stop is a window into the past that reveals the grandeur and diversity of Peruvian heritage.

The South Valley Tour is ideal for those seeking a complete and less crowded experience, exploring archaeological sites, living traditions, and charming villages. With us, you will enjoy a day blending culture, nature, and spirituality in a unique Andean setting. Undoubtedly, it is the perfect option to complement your visit to Cusco with a journey full of history and authenticity.

South Valley Cusco Tour
Half Day
From$ 55 usdPer person
FULL ITINERARY
INCLUDES
WHAT TO BRING?
RECOMMENDATIONS
PRICES
FAQs

Full Tour Itinerary

Our adventure begins with pick-up from your hotel, heading south of Cusco.

The first stop will be Tipon, an impressive Inca complex with perfectly preserved terraces and water channels that have been functioning for centuries, demonstrating the great hydraulic engineering ingenuity of our ancestors.

We continue to Pikillacta, an enigmatic citadel of the pre-Inca Wari culture. Here, you will walk through its straight streets and high walls that have withstood the passage of time, imagining life over a thousand years ago. It is often called the "Great Wall of Cusco" due to the magnitude of its structures.

Finally, we arrive at Andahuaylillas, a charming Andean village famous for its colonial church, San Pedro Apóstol. Known as the "Sistine Chapel of the Americas," its interior is adorned with incredible murals, gold leaf altars, and colonial art that will leave you breathless.

After exploring these three gems, we will return to the city of Cusco.

Included Services

  • Round-trip tourist transportation
  • Professional bilingual guide (Spanish/English)
  • Entrance tickets to archaeological sites and the church of Andahuaylillas
  • Personalized assistance

Not Included Services

  • Meals and drinks
  • Tips/Gratuities
  • Travel insurance

What to Bring?

Down jacket
Down jacket
Fleece jacket
Fleece jacket
T-shirt
T-shirt
Trekking shoes
Trekking shoes
Sunglasses
Sunglasses
Sunscreen
Sunscreen
Sun hat
Sun hat
Snacks
Snacks
Reusable water bottle
Reusable water bottle
Passport
Passport
Cash in Soles
Cash in Soles

Recommendations

  • Respect the rules: Photography is strictly prohibited inside the Andahuaylillas Church.
  • Try the local gastronomy. This route is famous for the delicious "Pan Chuta" (local bread) from Oropesa.
  • Maintain a respectful attitude inside the religious temples and archaeological sites.
  • Walk at a calm pace. Although the tour involves easy walking, the altitude can still affect you.

Tour Prices

Contamos con varias opciones que se adaptan a tu presupuesto.

El precio del tour dependerá de si viajas en grupo o prefieres un tour privado (mínimo 2 personas). Todos nuestros precios son por persona.

Si tienes dudas sobre los precios, destinos o detalles del tour, estaremos encantados de ayudarte. Escríbenos a info@auraandina.travel o comunícate con nosotros por WhatsApp.

South Valley Tour
Group ServiceUSD 55
Private Service - minimum 2 peopleUSD 250

FAQs

You will visit Tipón (Temple of Water and Inca hydraulic engineering), Pikillacta (a huge pre-Inca city of the Wari culture), and Andahuaylillas (famous for its colonial church known as the "Sistine Chapel of the Americas").

The tour price includes the Cusco Tourist Ticket (General or Partial – Circuit 2), as well as the entrance to the Andahuaylillas Church.

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