Overview
GENERAL TOURIST TICKET.
South Valley Cusco. With the general tourist ticket of Cusco, you can visit, in the tour, Sacsayhuamán, Qenqo, Pukapukara, Tambomachay, besides that this ticket includes the entrance to sacred valley: Pisac, Ollantaytambo, Chinchero, Moray, Tipón, Pikillaqta, and museums within the city of Cusco such as: The Koricancha site museum, Regional Historical Museum, Museum of Contemporary Art and the Pachacútec Inca Monument. Cusco city tour.
PARTIAL TOURIST TICKET.
If you want to take a half-day tour, such as the Cusco City Tour, South Valley or Maras Moray, in the city of Cusco, you need the Partial Tourist Ticket, which includes the entrance to Sacsayhuamán, Qenqo, Pukapukara and Tambomachay:
CUSCO TOURS – WHAT INCOME TICKETS DO YOU NEED.
To start with your guided tour you require the Cusco tourist ticket and admission tickets to the Cathedral and Qoricancha (Temple of the Sun)
South Valley: Cusco tours, a beautiful place south of the city of Cusco. Adorned by beautiful and picturesque villages, they make this tour an unbeatable experience on your visit to the city of Cusco. This is a trip that leads to the unique and magnificent archaeological site of Tipón, where we can observe the impressive irrigation system of the Incas, then we move to Piquillacta, where we admire the great urban planning of the Wari culture. And finally we come to visit Andahuaylillas, where “the Sixtina Chapel of America” is located with impressive mural paintings from the 16th and 17th centuries. South Valley Cusco tours offers you an option of visits to interesting places near the city of Cusco.
*Difficulty level depends very much on your fitness and acclimatization.
Useful Information:
The Southern Valley of Cusco is a lesser-known but culturally and historically rich region southeast of Cusco. It offers a mix of Inca and pre-Inca archaeological sites, colonial architecture, traditional villages, and unique gastronomy. Unlike the Sacred Valley, it sees fewer tourists, making it a great off-the-beaten-path destination.
Main Attractions
- Tipón – An impressive Inca archaeological site known for its well-preserved terraces and advanced water channels, which still function today.
- Pikillaqta – A pre-Inca city built by the Wari culture, featuring structured streets and buildings made of stone and adobe.
- Andahuaylillas – A small town famous for the Church of San Pedro de Andahuaylillas, known as the “Sistine Chapel of America” due to its elaborate murals and gold-covered decorations.
- Huasao – A village known for its eucalyptus forest and wood sculptures inspired by cultural and pop icons.
Gastronomy
The Southern Valley is also well known for its local cuisine, particularly in Saylla, Tipón, and Oropesa:
- Cuy al horno (roasted guinea pig) – A specialty in Tipón.
- Chicharrón (fried pork with corn and potatoes) – The signature dish of Saylla.
- Pan chuta – A large, round, and fluffy bread made in Oropesa.
Climate and Best Time to Visit
The valley has a temperate climate, with temperatures ranging from 5°C to 22°C (41°F to 72°F). The dry season (April to October) is the best time to visit, as the weather is clear and there is little rain.
The Southern Valley of Cusco is perfect for travelers looking for a mix of history, culture, nature, and authentic local experiences, all within a short drive from Cusco.
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Itinerary
South Valley Cusco
Tipón: the first place in the south valley of Cusco, Tipón Inca construction with impressive culture spaces containing 12 terraces that are currently protected by the government, whose walls were built with finely carved stones. Even more impressive is the irrigation system that remains intact and is serving the agriculture of local communities
Pikillaqta: Construction of the pre-Inca period (wari culture) It has characteristics of a large urban center with more than a thousand constructions between squares, colcas (food deposits), courts or houses, temples, long narrow streets with buildings that had up to 4 floors high.
Andahuaylillas: Typical Andean village of the time of the colony of singular origin and architecture. Stands in Andahuaylillas, its Catholic Chapel of the colonial era, with a beautiful decoration and mural painting of the seventeenth and eighteenth century known as the Sistine Chapel of Cusco. On the way back we will go through Saylla, a typical Cusco town where you can enjoy the delicious pork rinds (optional). We will be returning to the city of Cusco at approximately 3:30 p.m.
DEPARTURES: Daily: 08:00 to 14:00
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Includes
WHAT IS INCLUDED
- Round-trip transportation (tourist bus)
- English-speaking Tour Guide
DOES NOT INCLUDE:
- Extra expenses
- Entrance tickets S/. 130 Soles – S/. 70 Soles.
- Tips
- Others not mentioned
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WHAT YOU NEED TO TAKE.
- Tourist ticket (included in price)
- Sun hat
- Sun protection cream (factor 35 recommended)
- Waterproof jacket/rain poncho
- Water
- Camera
- Money for lunch
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Price & Add-ons
Group: U$: 50
Private: U$: 90
Group versus Private Treks: What’s the difference?
- Depending on the number of people in your booking, additional people may join the trek to make a full group.
- If you choose “private”, no additional people will be joining your group, no matter the size.
- Minimum booking size is 02 people; one person may book a group trek if Pacha Expeditions Travel Peru, is able to join that person with additional groups.
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