SOUTHERN CUSCO VALLEY
TYPE OF EXCURSION: | ![]() | Classic |
AVAILABILITY: | ![]() | All Year |
DIFFICULTY: | ![]() | Easy |
TYPE OF SERVICE: | ![]() | Group (max. 19 persons) |
TRANSPORTATION: | ![]() | Van |
DURATION: | ![]() | 5 Hours |
SCHEDULE: | ![]() | Start at 8:00 | End at 13:00 |
About the Activity
Uncover the treasures of Cusco's South Valley with a tour that intertwines cultural, historical, and scenic wonders. Begin your journey at the enchanting Church of San Pedro de Andahuaylillas, often referred to as the “Sistine Chapel of America” for its breathtaking baroque art and vibrant frescoes adorning its walls and ceilings.
Next, venture to the archaeological site of Pikillacta, an ancient pre-Inca city that offers a captivating glimpse into the life of the Wari culture. Marvel at its extensive structures and streets that showcase the advanced organization and ingenuity of this remarkable civilization.
The tour concludes at Tipon, a stunning example of Inca hydraulic engineering. Here, you can admire the impeccably constructed terraces and canals, which still convey fresh mountain water, reflecting the profound knowledge and respect the Incas had for nature.
Join us on this journey through time and culture, where each stop unveils a new layer of the rich heritage of Cusco's South Valley. Prepare for an unforgettable experience!
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WHAT IS INCLUDED | |
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![]() | Bilingual tour guide: English / Spanish |
WHAT IS NOT INCLUDED | |
![]() | Tourist Ticket BTC, allows you to visit the sites of: Pikillacta and Tipon. |
![]() | Entrance ticket to San Pedro de Andahuaylillas Church. |
FREQUENT QUESTIONS
We can arrange a meeting point in the city center (historical center), or we can provide a transport for an additional cost.
You can purchase entrance tickets as a complement when booking this activity or buy them the same day of the excursion at the checkpoint, if so, we suggest you bring cash.
The Tourist Ticket (BTC) is a mandatory ticket for all visitors and allows access to 16 different attractions in the city of Cusco and surroundings (museums, theaters, archaeological sites, etc.).
Some of the attractions are mentioned in our activities.
The Tourist Ticket (BTC) is divided as follows:
1) GENERAL TICKET for adults:
Valid for 10 days. This ticket allows you to visit the following attractions:
- Sacsayhuaman
- Qenqo
- Puca Pucara
- Tambomachay
- Museum of Contemporary Art
- Regional Historical Museum
- Museum of Popular Art
- Qoricancha Site Museum
- Qosqo Native Art Center
- Pachacuteq Inca Monument
- Piquillacta
- Tipon
- Pisac
- Ollantaytambo
- Chinchero
- Moray
2) PARTIAL TICKET FOR ADULTS:
It is subdivided into 3 Circuits.
CIRCUIT 1: Valid for 1 day. This ticket allows you to visit the following attractions:
- Sacsayhuaman
- Quenqo
- Puca Pucara
- Tambomachay
CIRCUIT 2: Valid for 2 days. This ticket allows you to visit the following attractions:
- Regional Historical Museum
- Museum of Contemporary Art
- Museum of Popular Art
- Qorikancha Site Museum
- Qosqo Native Art Center
- Pachacutec Inca Monument
CIRCUIT 3: Valid for 2 days. This ticket allows you to visit the following attractions:
- Pisac
- Ollantaytambo
- Chinchero
- Moray
--> The Tourist Ticket (BTC) is NOT valid to visit Machu Picchu.
Some of the attractions are mentioned in our activities.
The Tourist Ticket (BTC) is divided as follows:
1) GENERAL TICKET for adults:
Valid for 10 days. This ticket allows you to visit the following attractions:
- Sacsayhuaman
- Qenqo
- Puca Pucara
- Tambomachay
- Museum of Contemporary Art
- Regional Historical Museum
- Museum of Popular Art
- Qoricancha Site Museum
- Qosqo Native Art Center
- Pachacuteq Inca Monument
- Piquillacta
- Tipon
- Pisac
- Ollantaytambo
- Chinchero
- Moray
2) PARTIAL TICKET FOR ADULTS:
It is subdivided into 3 Circuits.
CIRCUIT 1: Valid for 1 day. This ticket allows you to visit the following attractions:
- Sacsayhuaman
- Quenqo
- Puca Pucara
- Tambomachay
CIRCUIT 2: Valid for 2 days. This ticket allows you to visit the following attractions:
- Regional Historical Museum
- Museum of Contemporary Art
- Museum of Popular Art
- Qorikancha Site Museum
- Qosqo Native Art Center
- Pachacutec Inca Monument
CIRCUIT 3: Valid for 2 days. This ticket allows you to visit the following attractions:
- Pisac
- Ollantaytambo
- Chinchero
- Moray
--> The Tourist Ticket (BTC) is NOT valid to visit Machu Picchu.
The entrance ticket to the San Pedro de Andahuaylillas Church is NOT included in the Tourist Ticket "BTC" because this attraction is not under the jurisdiction of the Peruvian government.
► CHANGE OF TRAVEL DATE
- Will be accepted up to 24 hours before the day of the activity.
► CANCELLATIONS AND REFUNDS
- Cancellations requested 24 hours prior to the day of the activity receive a full refund.
- Cancellations requested within 24 hours prior to the day of the activity are non-refundable.
- Cancellations requested for any reason, beyond the responsibility of the company or the client (strikes, social conflicts, natural disasters, etc.) are refundable, however, the amount to be refunded will be subject to evaluation.
- Will be accepted up to 24 hours before the day of the activity.
► CANCELLATIONS AND REFUNDS
- Cancellations requested 24 hours prior to the day of the activity receive a full refund.
- Cancellations requested within 24 hours prior to the day of the activity are non-refundable.
- Cancellations requested for any reason, beyond the responsibility of the company or the client (strikes, social conflicts, natural disasters, etc.) are refundable, however, the amount to be refunded will be subject to evaluation.
PRICE
$ 11
Per person