South Valley Half-Day Tour in Cusco
5 hours | Price from $ 15 USD per person
5 hours
12 pax
easy
4,200m
Overview
Visit Tipón, Pikillaqta and Andahuaylillas in 5 hours. Inca hydraulic engineering, pre-Inca Wari city and the "Sistine Chapel of the Americas" south of Cusco.
South Valley Half-Day Tour: History and Culture in One Journey
The South Valley Half-Day Tour takes you on a fascinating route south of Cusco where pre-Inca, Inca and colonial history converge in just 5 hours. Three unique destinations that narrate centuries of Andean civilization: Tipón, Pikillaqta and Andahuaylillas.
Tipón: A Masterpiece of Inca Engineering
Tipón is one of the most remarkable archaeological sites in Cusco. Its name comes from Quechua and means "boiling." It features 13 imperial granite agricultural terraces, staircases and crystal-clear water, testament to the advanced hydraulic knowledge of the Incas.
Pikillaqta: The Pre-Inca Wari City
Located 33 km southeast of Cusco, Pikillaqta was a large urban center of the Wari civilization (600-1000 AD), predating the Inca Empire. From its ruins, visitors can admire the Huacarpay Lagoon, a protected natural area home to over 120 species of migratory birds.
Andahuaylillas: The Sistine Chapel of the Americas
The small village of Andahuaylillas, 39 km from Cusco, is home to the Chapel of San Pedro Apóstol (1572), built by Jesuits and decorated with magnificent works of art from the Cusqueño school. Its ornamental richness has earned it the title of "Sistine Chapel of the Americas."
At Ready to Travel Peru we take you to discover this fascinating historical corridor south of Cusco in a comfortable half day.
Duration: 5 hours (half day). Schedule: 08:40 – 14:30. Hotel pickup: 08:20.
Experience Highlights
Tour Route
Hotel pickup in Cusco
08:30 - 08:45 hrs aprox.
Pick-up from your hotel in Cusco.
Cielo Punku Viewpoint
09:30 hrs aprox.
We will stop at the viewpoint in Huaro to admire the beautiful Andean landscapes and enjoy panoramic views of the area.
Andahuaylillas Temple
10:30 hrs aprox.
Discover this famous temple, renowned for its stunning decorations and remarkable paintings from the Cusco School of Art, earning it the title of the “Sistine Chapel of America.”
Pikillaqta Archaeological Site
11:30 hrs aprox.
Explore its different archaeological sectors and learn about the history of the Wari civilization, a pre-Inca culture that developed this remarkable site before the rise of the Incas.
Tipón Archaeological Site
12:30 hrs aprox.
Discover its impressive agricultural terraces, ancient water channels, and ceremonial fountains, a remarkable example of Inca hydraulic engineering that continues to function today.
Return to Cusco
1:30 – 2:30 PM approx.
At the end of the tour, you will be dropped off at a central location in Cusco, offering easy access to hotels, restaurants, and the city’s main attractions.
What Is Included?
Included
- Hotel pickup (from 08:20)
- Round-trip tourist transport
- Certified bilingual tour guide (English and Spanish)
- Entrance tickets to Tipón, Pikillaqta and Andahuaylillas (Total Package)
Not Included
- Meals not mentioned in the program
- Personal expenses
- Tips
Before You Go
Recommendations
Pricing
2026 Tour Price
Shared Service
Accessible Plan
Without entrance tickets
per person
Total Package
Best valueAll inclusive
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Private Service
Private Service
Minimum 2 people
For 2 passengers
for 2 people
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