South Valley of Cusco

At 9:00 a.m., begin your tour with a visit to Tipón, an impressive Inca archaeological site known for its beautiful agricultural terraces and remarkable water system. Many of the terraces are still cultivated today, while the ancient stone channels continue to carry fresh water through the site. Tipón is considered an outstanding example of Inca hydraulic engineering. Its carefully carved stone channels, fountains, and precisely…

Continue to Andahuaylillas, a traditional Andean town best known for the Church of San Pedro de Andahuaylillas. Often referred to as the “Sistine Chapel of America,” the church is famous for its richly decorated interior and impressive collection of colonial art. Built in the early 17th century, the church features beautiful murals attributed to Luis de Riaño, including representations of the paths to heaven and…

To complete your tour, visit the Pikillaqta Archaeological Complex, one of the most important pre-Inca sites in the Cusco region. Pikillaqta was an important administrative and urban center of the Wari culture, which expanded across much of Peru several centuries before the rise of the Inca Empire. The complex contains hundreds of structures, including residential areas, storage buildings, plazas, and long streets arranged in an…

After exploring Pikillaqta, begin the return journey to Cusco, bringing your South Valley experience to an end.