Southern Valley Tour
Highlights
About Southern Valley Tour
The Southern Valley Tour takes you to an area of Cusco that few people visit. With visits to a mix of Colonial, Inca and Pre-Inca sites it offers a snapshot in to over 800 years of Cusco’s history. Starting with visits to some of the Colonial era churches in the suburbs of Cusco you work your way down the valley stopping at the village of Huasao which is renowned for it’s witch doctors before carrying on to the beautiful Inca water temple at Tipon.
From Tipon you carry on to the extensive Pre-Inca site of Pikillacta which was constructed by the Wari culture who occupied the Cusco region before the arrival of the Inca and finally visit the church of Andahuayillas which is known as the Sistine Chapel of the Americas due to its ornate decorations.
- Duration: 05 hours.
Itinerary
After pickup from your hotel , your Southern Valley Tour starts with a drive approximately 15 miles (24 km) east to the archeological site of Tipon, one of the most important sites in the area and an ancient location where the Incas worshipped water, one of their sacred natural elements. Even today, water still flows through Tipon’s impressive series of canals and terraces, which you’ll explore with your expert guide.
Next, head to the small village of Huaro for a short stop to visit its 16th-century church, known for its remarkable murals by artist Tadeo Escalante. Then re-board your coach for the final stop of your tour – the Museum of Sacred Stones. With your guide, discover over 200 of the museum’s ancient geological artifacts. You’ll see functional and utilitarian stones used on pipes, wheels and more as well as stones used for ceremonial purposes.
You’ll be back in Cusco and dropped off at your hotel in time to enjoy a full evening!
Places that are visited in Southern Valley Tour:
- Tipon archeological site
- Pikillacta archeological site
- Andahuayillas – The Sistine Chapel of America
- Huaro
What´s Included
INCLUDED:
- Round-trip transportation (tourist bus).
- English-speaking Tour Guide.
NOT INCLUDED:
- Lunch
- Entrance fees to the sites visited US$25
THINGS TO BRING:
- Tourist ticket (not included in price) and money to pay other entrance fees.
- Sun hat.
- Sun protection cream (factor 35 recommended).
- Waterproof jacket/rain poncho.
- Water.
- Camera and films.
Prices
THIS TOUR RUNS ONLY AS A PRIVATE SERVICE.
****Daily Departure with at least 02 people****
| NUMBER OF PAX | PRICE PER PERSON | ACTION |
| *02 people | $ 85.00 |
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| *03-04 people | $ 65.00 |
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| *05-06 people | $ 45.00 |
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| *07- 08 people | $ 35.00 |
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Departure Dates
- Dayli departures: We pick you up from your hotel 30 minutes before the tour.
Timetable
- Departure time: 08:00 a.m
