There are many interesting towns with impressive archaeological remains on this tour south of Cusco. First we will come across Tipon, with its extensive terraces and fine irrigation systems that end in altars dedicated to water.
Next we’ll pass by the towns of Oropesa, Huaro and Andahuaylillas. These are home to colonial churches with exquisitely carved pulpits and baroque art. Of these, the most important is Andahuaylillas; its church is known as the “Sistine Chapel of the Americas” for its outstanding artwork and murals.
Another noteworthy stop is Huacarpay Lagoon, full of plant and animal species. There are many bird observation towers constructed along the edge to improve the view. After this brief tour of the lake, we will stop by the archaeological site of Pikillaqta, former home of the Wari culture and one of the three most important pre-Inca cities. The site impresses with its sheer size and meticulous layout. Other Wari sites are dotted along the whole southern valley, many of which were adapted by the Inca for their own use.
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Cusco – Tipon – Piquillacta – Andahuaylillas
Pick up from your hotel at 8:00am. We will begin our tour driving for about 40 minutes to Tipon archeological complex and will have the guiding tour, later will visit the village of Oropesa to try the traditional bread, then we will continue driving to the archaeological remains of Pikillaqta walk around there and listen the all full information and ultimately reach Andahuaylillas, home to the exquisite baroque church known as the “Sistine Chapel of the Americas.” In the afternoon, we will back to Cusco.
Piquillacta
Included:
Professional bilingual guide (English-Spanish)
Bus
Entrance tickets
Meals
What we recommended to bring:
Backpack
Sneakers
Water bottle
Waterproof clothing, hat, sunblock, sunglasses
Chocolates, candies or others snacks
Camera
Group Size
Min 10 – Max 20
Locations Visited
Tipon
Andahuaylimmas
Piquillacta
Group Service
U$D: 49.00 p/p
Private Service
2 – 3 pax
4 – 5 pax
6 – 7 pax
8 – + pax
U$D. 89.00 p/p
U$D. 69.00 p/p
U$D. 59.00 p/p
U$D. 49.00 p/p
What archaeological remains are visited in the Southern Valley?
The southern valley includes the archaeological remains of Tipon, Piquillacta, lagoon of Lucre and the church of Andahuaylillas.
What is the difference between the Sacred Valley and the Southern Valley?
The difference between these tours are the places to visit and also the direction in which they are, the southern Cusco Valley is located to the south east of the city of Cusco and the Sacred Valley is located to the Northwest and Northeast of the city of Cusco.
In the tour of the southern valley can I use the tourist ticket?
The complete tourist ticket includes 15 attractions or places to visit and among these is the archaeological remains that are visited in the South Valley, the only attraction that is not in the tourist ticket is the church of Andahuaylillas that has a cost of 15.00 soles, but in our package of the southern valley we include all the income.
Can I combine the visit of the South Valley with the Sacred Valley?
If it is possible to combine both tours in one full day tour, but in private service, send us a request for a tour quote.
How many hours does the tour of the South Valley include?
The tour begins at 8:30 am with pick up from the hotel, we leave Cusco at 9:00 am and return at 15:00 pm.
How big is the group on the Southern Valley tour?
The group of the tour varies according to the season in the low season between the months of November to March the group is between 5 passengers and 15 passengers and in high season from April to November the groups can be between 10 passenger and 25 passengers.
