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Cusco
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South Valley Route of the Qapac ñan Tour
Discover the historical and cultural richness of Cusco’s South Valley on a half-day tour designed to immerse you in Andean heritage. The trip begins by exploring the agricultural terraces of Tipón and the pre-Inca ruins of Piquillacta, then marvels visitors with the Chapel of Andahuaylillas, an artistic treasure known for its frescoes. The tour ends with an unforgettable view from the Cielo Punku viewpoint, offering a complete glimpse of the region’s beauty.
Includes
What does it include?
- Professional tour guides
- Transportation
- Pickup from your hotel in Cusco (downtown Cusco)
Not included
- Meals not mentioned
- Tourist ticket
- Ticket to Cielo Punku
- Ticket to the chapel of Andahualillas.
What to expect
- Visit the impressive agricultural complex of Tipón.
- Explore the vast pre-Inca city of Piquillacta.
- Admire the amazing frescoes in the Chapel of Andahuaylillas.
- Enjoy a panoramic view from the Cielo Punku viewpoint.
Itinerary
Day 1: From Cusco to Tipon Piquillacta & Andahuaylillas return to Cusco
A tour of the South Valley of Cusco immerses you in the rich history of the region. The tour begins with pickup from your hotel between 8:00 and 8:30 a.m. The first destination is the Tipón archaeological park, an impressive complex of Inca agricultural terraces with an advanced irrigation system. Next, we head to the pre-Inca city of Piquillacta, a vast archaeological site of the Wari culture.
We continue the tour with a stop at the Chapel of Andahuaylillas, known as the “Sistine Chapel of America” for its impressive frescoes and interior decoration. Finally, the tour concludes at the Cielo Punku Viewpoint to enjoy a panoramic view of the valley and the Huacarpay lagoon. The return to the city of Cusco is scheduled for approximately 2:30 p.m., completing a half-day journey through the history and beauty of the southern Andes.
Price
Group service:
$15 per person
Note: All prices are in US dollars.
Additional information
What to bring?
- Original passport.
- Waterproof jacket / rain poncho.
- warm jackets.
- Comfortable pants.
- Sun hat.
- Some extra money for drinks, snacks, and souvenirs.
Important note:
We accept reservations up to 10 hours before departure time.
Price
15
Daily departures
Booking
Tour: South Valley Route of the Qapac ñan Tour
Group Service
Tourist guide
Bus
Daily departures. With a maximum of 15 passengers per group.
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