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tour to south valley of cusco

SOUTH VALLEY OF CUSCO

Explore hidden gems beyond the city! This half-day tour takes you through the scenic South Valley, where history and nature blend beautifully. Visit the pre-Inca site of Tipón, the mysterious ruins of Pikillacta, and the charming colonial church of Andahuaylillas—known as the “Sistine Chapel of the Andes.”

tour to south valley of cusco

Type of Excursion

History & Archaeology

tour to south valley of cusco

Transport

Van

tour to south valley of cusco

Difficulty

Easy

tour to south valley of cusco

Duration

4 Hours

tour to south valley of cusco

Service

Group Tour (18 max.)

tour to south valley of cusco

Schedules

8:30am

  • 8:30 AM – Pick-up from Accommodation in Cusco

    • Passengers will be collected from their respective hotels to begin the journey through the South Valley, a region known for its remarkable archaeological and cultural heritage.

  • 9:15 AM – Visit to Tipón

    • Explore this impressive Inca complex, renowned for its sophisticated hydraulic engineering. Its terraces and water channels—still functioning today—demonstrate the ingenuity of Inca design.

  • 10:30 AM – Visit to Pikillaqta

    • Discover this extensive pre-Inca archaeological site, notable for its large-scale urban planning and well-preserved structures.

  • 12:00 PM – Visit to Andahuaylillas Church

    • Known as the “Sistine Chapel of the Americas,” this colonial-era church features baroque architecture, gilded altars, and striking frescoes, including the famous “Path to Heaven and Path to Hell” mural.

  • 1:00 PM – Return to Cusco

    • After a day enriched with history and culture, the return journey to Cusco begins.

  • 2:00 PM – Arrival in Cusco

    • End of the tour.

WHAT IS INCLUDED:

  • Hotel pick-up for accommodations located in the city center of Cusco

  • Bilingual tour guide: English / Spanish

WHAT IS NOT INCLUDED:

  • The Tourist Ticket (BTC) grants visitors access to the archaeological sites of Tipon and Piquillaqta

  • Entrance ticket to the Church San Pedro de Andahuaylillas

FRECUENT QUESTIONS

 

MY ACCOMMODATION IS OUTSIDE CUSCO CENTER

  • A designated meeting point can be arranged in the city center (historical center) for your convenience. Alternatively, transportation services can be provided for an additional fee.

 

ABOUT THE TOURIST TICKET "BTC"

  • 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 ticket price may vary depending on the type selected, ranging from S/70 (24 USD) for the partial ticket to S/130 (45 USD) for the full ticket.

The Tourist Ticket (BTC) is available for purchase on-site at the entrance of each attraction.

The Tourist Ticket (BTC) is NOT valid to visit Machu Picchu.

The Tourist Ticket (BTC) is available for purchase at the entrance of each attraction mentioned in the program or can be added as an "Add-on" at the time of booking.

 

ABOUT THE TICKET TO THE CHURCH OF SAN PEDRO DE ANDAHUAYLILLAS

  • The entrance ticket to the church San Pedro de Andahuaylillas is not included in the Tourist Ticket (BTC), as this site does not fall under the jurisdiction of the Peruvian government. Visitors wishing to enter must purchase a separate ticket, which costs approximately S/23 (9 USD) per person and is available for purchase on-site at the cathedral's entrance or can be added as "Add On" at the moment of booking.

 

​​CHANGES, CANCELLATIONS AND REFUND POLICIES

Change of Travel Date

  • Requests to change the travel date will be accepted up to 24 hours prior to the scheduled activity.

Cancellations

  • Cancellations submitted at least 24 hours before the scheduled activity are eligible for a full refund.

  • Cancellations submitted within 24 hours of the scheduled activity are non-refundable.

  • Cancellations due to circumstances beyond the control of either the company or the client (such as strikes, social conflicts, or natural disasters) may be refundable; however, the amount to be refunded will be subject to evaluation.

Refunds

  • For payments made via PayPal, refunds are processed immediately.

  • For payments made by credit or debit card, refunds may take several days depending on the policies of the issuing bank.

PRICE
Per Person

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