Exploring the Cusco South Valley
Visit with us the South Valley of Cusco! In this adventure you will know the high Inca hydraulic engineering of Tipon and the best of the colonial religious art in Andahuaylillas.
This wonderful half day tour travels south from the City of Cusco to the unique and magnificent archeological sites of Tipon with impressive engineering of the ancient Incas and the Pre Inca Wari culture ruin of Piquillacta. Move onto to the quaint little town, Andahuaylillas where the Sistine Chapel of the Americas is located, the church has impressive mural paintings from the 17th Century.
The South Valley Tour in Cusco will take us to the tourist circuit of the South Valley, we will be able to know the high Inca hydraulic engineering with amazing enclosures that will leave us amazed, the enigmatic Wari culture and the best of the religious-colonial art with the visit to the beautiful Chapel of Andahuaylillas known as the “Sistine Chapel of America”.
Our tour to the Southern Valley will commence promptly at 8 a.m. From there, we will travel south of Cusco to explore several significant cultural and historical sites. Our first stop will be Tipon, renowned for its impressive hydraulic engineering system, which demonstrates advanced Inca water management techniques. Following this, we will have the opportunity to sample freshly baked bread in the town of Oropesa, known for its traditional baking methods. Next, we will visit the archaeological site of Pikillacta, an important Inca settlement with remarkable ruins. Our journey will then take us to the San Pedro Church, often referred to as the “Sixtine Chapel” of Cusco due to its intricate and beautiful interior artwork. After a day rich with cultural and historical exploration, we will return to Cusco, concluding the tour.
Highlight of the Day: Enjoy 3 cultures from different times in one tour.
Marvel at the beauty of America’s Sistine Chapel.
Our transportation and guide will pick you up from your hotel at 8:00 AM, and we’ll embark on a 40-minute journey southwest of Cusco.
Our tour begins with a visit to Tipón, part of the Qhapaq Ñan route, located 25 km from Cusco. The archaeological site of Tipón, also known as the ‘Temple of Water,’ features a complex of agricultural terraces, long staircases, and stone-carved water channels. It showcases remarkable hydraulic engineering that astonishes both locals and visitors, attracting some of the world’s top scientists each year.
Its thirteen terraces are surrounded by perfectly polished stone walls. One of its main attractions is the royal complex; Tipón was a grand sanctuary where water worship took place.
Next, we will visit the Archaeological Center of Pikillaqta, located 30 km southwest of Cusco. Pikillaqta is considered one of the most famous and well-preserved Pre-Inca cities of the Wari culture, covering an area of approximately 50 hectares. The word ‘Pikillaqta’ comes from two Quechua words: piki (small or flea) and llaqta (village), which translates to ‘Small Village’ or ‘Village of Fleas.’ With our guide’s assistance, you’ll explore and appreciate the Pre-Inca stone walls of one of the Wari culture’s most significant cities, known for its well-planned and organized streets.
As the final stop, we will visit the traditional town of Andahuaylillas, located 36 km from Cusco. Andahuaylillas is part of the Andean Baroque route, and we’ll explore its incredible chapel, the Church of San Pedro Apóstol de Andahuaylillas, also known as the Sistine Chapel of America, due to its beautiful wooden works, exquisite paintings, and colonial decorations that span from floor to ceiling. This highlights the artistry of the Cusqueños and creates a powerful visual impact within. One of the unique features of this temple is that its baptistry contains an arch with the inscription ‘I baptize you in the name of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, Amen,’ written in Latin, Spanish, Quechua, Aymara, and Puquina.
Finally, we will return to Cusco, concluding the tour at approximately 2:00 PM.
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Experienced Tour Guide
Medical Kit or First AID Kit
24/7 Customer Service
Cusco Tourist Ticket
Sistine Chapel of Andahuaylilas
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Travel Insurance
Tips for Our Staff
Additional costs or delays beyond our control
Note: Please be aware that the weather in the Andes can change quickly, so it is important to bring appropriate layers and gear to stay comfortable and safe.
The Cusco South Valley Tour, Tour can leave any day of the week, from January trought December.
2025 Land Cost
Group Price: US$ 120.00 per person
This small-group journey is guaranteed to opérate with just two guests.
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Briefing or Informative Meeting
All information meetings and briefings are held in your hotel at 5:00 pm, one night before the tour begins. These meetings last approximately 30 to 45 minutes. If you’re unable to attend, you must coordinate another time by email, by phone or at the Pacha Peru Explorers office.
Can I store luggage at your office?
Of course! During the trip, your main luggage can be stored at our office (you can organize it with us on the briefing day or by email) or at your hotel, both free of charge.
Any equipment that you won’t need on the trek can be stored safely in your hotel. Nearly every hotel will provide this service. Don’t leave items of value with your bags; put them in the hotel safe and obtain an itemized receipt (in the unlikely case of theft, many insurance companies require that you have a copy of the receipt itemizing everything). It’s best to put items such as credit cards inside a sealed, signed envelope for extra peace of mind.
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Group tours are made up of different types of people, then physical conditions and ages can vary. By agreeing to be part of a group tour, you also accept that some people may be faster or slower than you. Therefore, each person can go at their own pace on the route.
It may be the case that a group wishes to modify the tour; however, the guide will be the one who decides, after consulting with all the participants, if such modifications are possible.
Strikes and demostrations
Strikes and demonstrations are common in Peru, and this may interrupt some of our tours. Roads can be blocked, and train tracks can be taken over. However, we will try to keep your trip as originally planned, even if it means leaving the night before the scheduled date.
Under these circumstances, tours may also be canceled. In case of changes or cancellations, everything will be coordinated with you by our operations department. Your safety is our highest priority, and our decisions will be made to protect it.
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