This tour is known for its majestic combination of beautiful natural landscapes, Inca architecture in Tipón, pre-Inca Wari architecture in Pikillaqta, Andahuaylillas is visited its beautiful Chapel, known as the “Sistine Chapel of America”, without forgetting the tasty cuisine that you can taste if you want in Saylla, Huasao these are on the route. We’ll have a chance to make a stop.
SEE HOW IT IS:
HIGHLIGHTS:
- Tour the ruins of this important Inca area, including the terraces at Tipon and the Wari ruins of Pikillaqta
- See the “Sistine Chapel of the Americas” in Andahuaylillas, the entire chapel covered in paintings and bathed in gold leaf in a Baroque style.
- All inputs and guided commentary included.
- Pick up at the hotel and transfer from Cusco included.
Itinerary.
This journey begins by picking you up from your hotel around 08:30 am. Then we will go by bus to the south of Cusco, during this journey we will be able to observe the beautiful landscapes of the Andean Mountains. The first stop will be the archaeological site of Tipón, an Inka ceremonial center where the flow of water from the high peaks of Cerro Pachatusan to the lowlands of the valley was controlled through a stone channel. Later we will visit the Archaeological Complex of Pikillaqta which literally means “city of fleas”. It is an old walled citadel of the Wari Empire, which was one of the most important regional centers of the Wari Culture in its expansion towards the city of Cusco. Finally we will conclude the journey visiting the beautiful Church of Andahuaylillas, a small jewel of the Colonial period, also known as ‘The Sistine of America’, inside which is an impressive collection of canvases with frames bathed in gold leaf and mural paintings, baroque altarpieces, and more. We can also appreciate the famous pentalingual door. On the way back to Cusco we will have an optional stop in the town of Oropesa (the land of bread) to try and buy traditional chuta bread. We can also taste the food in the town of Saylla (land of the pork rinds), this town is known for the famous pork rinds. We will be back in the city of Cusco at approximately 1:00 or 2:00 p.m.
IT INCLUDES
Quality and safety service
- English/Spanish speaking certified professional guide
- First aid kit
- 24/7 customer support
Foods
- Water Bottle
Transportation
- All transfers (Guaranteed)
- Pick up and drop off at your hotel in Cusco
- Air-conditioned transportation
DOES NOT INCLUDE
- Entrance ticket to the Sistine Chapel of Andahuaylillas 15 Peruvian soles
- Entrance ticket to the archaeological park of Tipon 70 Peruvian soles
- Expenses for consumption in traditional restaurants on the route (optional)
- Personal expenses
- Travel insurance
- Tips for our staff
How long in advance should I make my reservation?
You must make the reservation at least 1 day before. We recommend making all reservations in advance.
Do I need to make a deposit to guarantee my reservation?
Yes, it will be guaranteed with a deposit payment of the total cost of the tour per person through our 2 forms of payment mentioned in our Book Now form. Important: None of the requested deposits include transaction fees.
What is the best time to do the excursion?
Peru is a very large country with many different climates, for that reason it would be very difficult to define a good time to visit different places. However, we consider that the best season for this tour is all year round.
Where will the information session take place?
This meeting will be held the night before the departure of the tour in the lobby of your hotel, apartment, hostel or family home in Cusco. You could also do it at our office located on Calle Portal de panes, office 201 (second floor). Plaza de armas de cusco.
The “TIPON, PIKILLACTA AND ANDAHUAYLILLAS SOUTH VALLEY DAY TOUR FROM CUSCO" can depart any day of the week, all year round
Group Price: US$ 20.00 per person
Price in private: US$ 65.00 per person (minimum 02 people).
Deposit charges
All fees and charges are included.
price guarantee
This small group tour is guaranteed to operate with only 2 guests.
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