South Valley 1-Day Tour
Day 1: South Valley 1-Day Tour
Day 1: South Valley 1-Day Tour
- Start: Hotel pick-up around 8:00 – 8:30 a.m.
- First stop: Drive south of Cusco, enjoying scenic views.
- Tipón Archaeological Site: Inca ceremonial center with a stone water channel controlling flow from Pachatusan Mountain to the valley.
- Pikillacta Archaeological Complex: Wari city with a significant history as a regional center during the Wari Empire’s expansion toward Cusco.
- Final stop: Andahuaylillas Church, known as the ‘Sistine Chapel of America’, featuring baroque altarpieces, golden-framed paintings, murals, and the famous pentalingüe door.
- Return: Arrive back in Cusco around 2:30 p.m.
Included:
- Hotel pick-up in Cusco
- Tourist transportation
- Professional English-Spanish guide
Not Included:
- Cusco Tourist Ticket (S/ 70.00)
- Entrance fee to the Andahuaylillas Temple (S/ 10.00)
- Meals
What you need to bring:
- Comfortable clothing for walking.
- Hiking shoes or comfortable footwear.
- Sunscreen (SPF 30 or higher).
- Hat or cap for sun protection.
- Sunglasses.
- Water (at least 1 liter).
- Camera.
- Cash for purchases or tips.
- Light jacket or coat (depending on the season).
- Snacks or light refreshments.
- Personal medications (if needed).
- Rain poncho (during the rainy season).
