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HALF DAY
Southern Valley Cusco – Half Day Tour
Step into the heart of Inca civilization with our Southern Valley Cusco Half Day Tour, where ancient ruins, rich culture, and stunning landscapes await.
TOUR DESCRIPTION
Explore the heart of the Inca civilization with our Southern Valley Cusco Half Day Tour, taking you through the less-traveled roads of Cusco’s Southern Valley. This tour offers a deep dive into the Inca Empire’s historical intricacies, starting with a visit to Tipón, an engineering marvel with expansive terraces and a still-functional irrigation system, set amidst lush greenery.
The journey continues to Pikillacta, a pre-Inca Wari site with hundreds of adobe structures, providing insights into a civilization predating the Incas. The final stop is the stunning church of Andahuaylillas, known as the ‘Sistine Chapel of America’ for its richly decorated interior. Guided by knowledgeable experts, this tour offers a serene exploration of the cultural and historical treasures of the Southern Valley, away from the usual tourist paths.
Itinerary
DAY 1
Southern Valley Cusco
This tour begins at approximately 8:30 a.m. or 8:50 a.m., when we will pick you up from your hotel. We will head south out of the city of Cusco to visit archaeological sites, rock art and other attractions. The tour begins with a visit to Tipón, one of the finest archaeological complexes in the Cusco region, with its series of water channels. The tour will continue at Pikillaqta, a place of considerable historical importance. Finally, we will drive to the village of Andahuaylillas, with its church that has been described as the “Sistine Chapel of the Americas”. Here we will learn more about the history of Catholicism in this part of Peru. Throughout the excursion, our guide will explain the history of each place we visit.
We will return to Cusco at around 2:00 p.m.
Included
- Professional guide
- Tourist transport
- Hotel pick-up
Not Included
- Entrance to attractions using Tourist Ticket, and entrance to the Andahuaylillas church
- Meals and snacks
RECCOMENDATIONS
- Comfortable clothes.
- Entrance tickets or cash to buy tickets.
- Raincoat or rain poncho if your visit is between the months of November and March.
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