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Cusco South Valley Tour, starts between 08:30 am and 09:00 am with the pick up from your hotel, if you are in the city center and if not, we will coordinate a meeting point, this tour consists of great tourist attractions such as the case of the archaeological center of Tipon with its Inca canals and aqueducts still in operation.
The archaeological center of Pikillaqta which is a pre-Inca city built by the Wari culture, the great front of Rumicolca that was possibly the gateway to entrance to the city of Cusco on the south side and the temple of Andahuaylillas that was named Sistine Chapel of America that inside treasures treasures in paintings of the Cusco school.
Tour Plan
Tipon
Tipon archaelogical park is located 26km southeast of Cusco. At the old adobe church along the main road, we turn left up a paved road that winds uphill for approximately 3.5 km (10 minutes drive). Tipon is one of the most impressive Inca archeological site where one can see a series of terraces and irrigation canals. Tipon was a ceremonial center where water was channeled through underground passages from the Pachatusan mountain above the site.
Pikillacta
Piquillacta is located 33 km southeast of Cusco. This was one of the most important cities of the Wary Culture, who were later conquered by the powerful Incas around 1200 A.D. The name means “The Place of Fleas”. The entire city was enclosed by walls made up of a mixture of stone and earth with the interiors of the buildings being more finely finished. Piquillaqta has more than 700 structures and some walls standing almost 12 meters high in places. Across from Piquillacta is the beautiful lake Huacarpay, home to many species of local fauna
Andahuaylillas
The most important attraction for visitors is the San Pedro de Andahuaylillas Church, considered to be the “Sistine Chapel of the Americas” due to the quality of its art. Built at the beginning of XVII century, the inside of the temple is decorated with murals by Luis Riaño representing the paths to glory and to hell. In addition, this church has a majestic piano, numerous canvases of the Academy of Cusco, exquisite silverwork and baroque altars. To do the Cusco south valley tour the boleto turistico is required.
Included:
- Professional Guide
- Transport
Does not include:
- Entrance ticket to Andahuaylillas Church (S/. 15 per person)
- Cusco Tourist ticket integral: S/. 130 per person or partial: S/. 70 per person.
Recommended To Carry
- Tourist ticket (not included in the price, you can buy it at the door of the archaeological centers), bring emergency money
- Passport or identity document (current)
- Small backpack (water bottle, snacks, and more).
- Extra cash (Soles) to buy souvenirs (optional).
- Hat or cap for the sun and sunglasses.
- Sunscreen.
- Comfortable sneakers for the visit.
- Light and warm clothes.
- Waterproof jacket/rain poncho if your visit is between October to March.
- Camera and extra batteries.
Prices
Private
Person
2
3
4
$ USD
130
100
90
Group
Per Person USD
50
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Explore the historial and cultural richness of Cusco,the ancient capital of the inca empiere.This city tour willtake you to the city’s most iconic landmarks,blending colonial architecture with incan heritage,providing a unique amd comprehensive experiencein just one day.
The half day city tour is a perfect way to spend your first day in Cusco.it is a relaxing trip consisting of visits to nearby archaelogical sites and admiring the surrounding landscape.
Tour Plan
Cusco City Tour
At 1 pm, we start the Cusco City Tour, picking you up from your hotel. Qorikancha (the golden temple):the most important temple dedicate to the sun,now the convet of Santo Domingo. From Qorikancha, you will go out of Cusco by bus. Sacsayhuaman, with its incredible rocks of more than 120 tons each one, here you can hear the history, culture, meaning. Then from Sacsayhuaman, just 5 minutes away we will reach Qenqo, to see its magical altar and then enjoy the archaeological sites of PukaPukara (red fort) is a strategic site before arriving in Cusco, and Tambomachay (Temple of Water). Ending our Cusco City Tour(06:30 pm approx.), we will return to Cusco where our transportation will take us to the city center (main square of Cusco) or if it is in private service, to our respective hotel.
Included:
- Professional Guide.
- Ticket to Coricancha(Sacsayhuaman,qenqo,Pukapukara,Tambomachay),
- Transport.
Does not include:
- Entrance and visit to the cathedral.
- Instructor gratuity
Recommended To Carry
- Tourist ticket (not included in the price, you can buy it at the door of the archaeological centers), bring emergency money
- Passport or identity document (current)
- Small backpack (water bottle, snacks, and more).
- Extra cash (Soles) to buy souvenirs (optional).
- Hat or cap for the sun and sunglasses.
- Sunscreen.
- Comfortable sneakers for the visit.
- Light and warm clothes.
- Waterproof jacket/rain poncho if your visit is between October to March.
- Camera and extra batteries.
Prices
Private
Person
2
3
4
$ USD
120
90
80
Group
Per Person USD
80
Gallery
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