Tour South Valley Cusco – Half Day

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Overview Tour South Valley Cusco – Half Day

  • Duration Half Day
  • Tour type Classic Tour Cusco
  • Difficulty Easy
  • Max altitude 3560 m.a.s.l
  • Accommodation Not Included
  • Group size Minimum 2 people

You have 1 day to explore these enchanting places in the well known “South Valley of Cusco“. This trip will take you through a region full of cultural treasures and breathtaking landscapes.

  • Tipon Archaeological Site: This archaeological site is known for its impressive agricultural terraces and Inca irrigation systems. It is an impressive example of the Incas’ skill in hydraulic engineering.
  • Inca site of Pikillacta: It is an ancient pre-Inca site believed to have been a city of the Wari culture. Its stone structures and urban design are unique and offer a fascinating insight into Peruvian history before the Incas.
  • Church of Andahuaylillas: This picturesque village is famous for its colonial church, known as the “Sistine Chapel of America”. The interior of the church is adorned with impressive colonial artwork and frescoes.

This half-day trip through Cusco’s South Valley gives you the opportunity to experience the grandeur of Inca civilization and natural beauty in a less crowded but equally enchanting corner of the region. It is a chance to connect with history and culture amidst the breathtaking scenery of the Peruvian Andes.

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Itinerary Tour South Valley Cusco – Half Day

  1. TIPON

    It is a archeological site is located 18 km from cusco, which are corresponding to the inca empire, in which you can appreciate a hydraulic system spectacular. It was a ceremonial center to the water and the agricultural production was very important, then we will go to visit to archaeological site of Pikillacta.

    PIKILLACTA

    It is located 30 km from Cusco, the archaeological site of the pre inca, which retains the narrow streets and houses to the passing of time, erected by the Wari culture. Where you can observe the wonder of the lagoon of huacarpay is most well-known for possessing many varieties of birds that this is home. Then we will continue with our trip to the Sistine chapel of Andahuaylillas.

    ANDAHUAYLILLAS

    we will visit its famous Church, considered the SISTINE CHAPEL OF AMERICA, which excite one of the most beautiful samples of colonial art, the altar by this and covered with gold leaf of 24 carats, mural, paintings of the cusco school of painting, and ceiling polychrome after finishing our visit we will return to cusco 15:00 pm the tour ends in the plaza de armas.

Includes / Does not include Tour South Valley Cusco – Half Day

Includes

  • Tourist Bus
  • Professional guide

Not included

  • Pick up from hotel
  • Tourist ticket
  • Entrance to the chapel of Andahuaylillas optional 15 soles

Prices Tour South Valley Cusco – Half Day

Tour price

Price per person · ask us for group-size rates

Season 2026 – 2027

Departure Every Day

DEPARTURE DATES  2026

PRICE PER PERSON US$30 (GROUP SIZE: 02 People MINIMUM & 12 People MAXIMUM)

Overview

  • Duration Half Day
  • Tour type Classic Tour Cusco
  • Difficulty Easy
  • Max altitude 3560 m.a.s.l
  • Accommodation Not Included
  • Group size Minimum 2 people

You have 1 day to explore these enchanting places in the well known “South Valley of Cusco“. This trip will take you through a region full of cultural treasures and breathtaking landscapes.

  • Tipon Archaeological Site: This archaeological site is known for its impressive agricultural terraces and Inca irrigation systems. It is an impressive example of the Incas’ skill in hydraulic engineering.
  • Inca site of Pikillacta: It is an ancient pre-Inca site believed to have been a city of the Wari culture. Its stone structures and urban design are unique and offer a fascinating insight into Peruvian history before the Incas.
  • Church of Andahuaylillas: This picturesque village is famous for its colonial church, known as the “Sistine Chapel of America”. The interior of the church is adorned with impressive colonial artwork and frescoes.

This half-day trip through Cusco’s South Valley gives you the opportunity to experience the grandeur of Inca civilization and natural beauty in a less crowded but equally enchanting corner of the region. It is a chance to connect with history and culture amidst the breathtaking scenery of the Peruvian Andes.

  1. TIPON

    It is a archeological site is located 18 km from cusco, which are corresponding to the inca empire, in which you can appreciate a hydraulic system spectacular. It was a ceremonial center to the water and the agricultural production was very important, then we will go to visit to archaeological site of Pikillacta.

    PIKILLACTA

    It is located 30 km from Cusco, the archaeological site of the pre inca, which retains the narrow streets and houses to the passing of time, erected by the Wari culture. Where you can observe the wonder of the lagoon of huacarpay is most well-known for possessing many varieties of birds that this is home. Then we will continue with our trip to the Sistine chapel of Andahuaylillas.

    ANDAHUAYLILLAS

    we will visit its famous Church, considered the SISTINE CHAPEL OF AMERICA, which excite one of the most beautiful samples of colonial art, the altar by this and covered with gold leaf of 24 carats, mural, paintings of the cusco school of painting, and ceiling polychrome after finishing our visit we will return to cusco 15:00 pm the tour ends in the plaza de armas.

Includes

  • Tourist Bus
  • Professional guide

Not included

  • Pick up from hotel
  • Tourist ticket
  • Entrance to the chapel of Andahuaylillas optional 15 soles

Tour price

Price per person · ask us for group-size rates

Season 2026 – 2027

Departure Every Day

DEPARTURE DATES  2026

PRICE PER PERSON US$30 (GROUP SIZE: 02 People MINIMUM & 12 People MAXIMUM)

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