Cusco South Valley Tour: Tipón, Pikillacta & Andahuaylillas

Overview

1. Day 01

   Begin the morning with hotel pickup in Cusco and travel south to Tipon, an impressive Inca archaeological site known for its agricultural terraces, ceremonial fountains and sophisticated hydraulic engineering.

   Continue to Pikillacta, one of Peru’s best-preserved pre-Inca cities. Explore the remains of this important Wari settlement, distinguished by its extensive stone walls and carefully planned geometric layout.

   The final stop is Andahuaylillas, a traditional Andean village on the Andean Baroque Route. Visit its renowned colonial church, often called the “Sistine Chapel of America” because of its ornate woodwork, murals, paintings and decorative interiors.

   After completing the visits, return to Cusco at approximately 1:00 p.m.

Itinerary

• DAY 01Cusco South Valley Tour

  Breakfast at the hotel.

  Hotel pick-up between 8:00 and 8:30 a.m.

  We will take a 40-minute trip southwest of Cusco to visit its main attractions. We will begin with Tipón, featuring 12 impressive agricultural terraces with very fertile land and a water fountain system, forming a masterpiece of hydraulic engineering.

  Next, we will visit Pikillaqta, located 30 km southwest of Cusco. Pikillaqta is known today as one of the most famous and best-preserved pre-Inca cities in Peru.

  In Pikillaqta, we can observe pre-Inca stone walls and one of the most important cities of the Wari culture, featuring a highly harmonious geometric design.

  Finally, we will visit Andahuaylillas, located 36 kilometers from Cusco. Andahuaylillas is part of the Andean Baroque Route and is famous for its stunning chapel, known as the “Sistine Chapel of America” due to its exceptional woodwork, beautiful paintings, and colonial decorations.

  We then return to the city of Cusco, where the tour ends at approximately 1:00 p.m.

  Tour Duration: 5 hours

  Note: Tour times will be confirmed at the destination.

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