Departure times
- Departure: 9:00 AM
- Back around 3:00–3:30 PM
Half day
Cusco South Valley: Tipón, Pikillacta & Andahuaylillas
Essentials at a glance
- Duration
- 6 h
- Type
- Private
- Departures
- 09:00
- Pickup
- Hotels in Cusco’s historic center
- Languages
- English & Spanish
- Cancellation
- Free up to 24 hours before
The experience
Why you’ll love this
Head south of Cusco with your private guide to Tipón, an Inca park devoted to water whose canals and fountains still run, and Pikillacta, a walled citadel built by the pre-Inca Wari. Then step inside the church of Andahuaylillas, the “Sistine Chapel of the Americas,” and taste chuta bread fresh from a wood-fired oven in Oropesa.
Tip: book at least 24 hours in advance and plan this tour after your first day in Cusco.
- See Tipón’s Inca water canals
- Walk the Wari citadel of Pikillacta
- Visit the “Sistine Chapel” of Andahuaylillas
- Taste fresh chuta bread in Oropesa
Step by step
Your route
Private hotel pickup
Your private vehicle picks you up at your hotel in Cusco’s historic center at 9:00 AM.
Tipón
An Inca archaeological park devoted to water, with terraces, canals and fountains still working today.
Pikillacta
A walled citadel built by the pre-Inca Wari culture, with views of the Huacarpay Lagoon.
Andahuaylillas
The Church of San Pedro Apóstol, the “Sistine Chapel of the Americas,” with murals, gilded altarpieces and painted ceilings.
Oropesa
Peru’s National Bread Capital, where you taste chuta bread fresh from the wood-fired oven.
Hotel drop-off
Back at your hotel around 3:00–3:30 PM.
Everything taken care of
What’s included
- Private transport
- Private bilingual guide
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Andahuaylillas church entrance
- Chuta bread tasting in Oropesa
Not included
- Cusco Tourist Ticket (BTI or BTP)
- Meals
- Tips
Good to know before you go
Plan your day with confidence
Pickup and return
- Hotels in Cusco’s historic center
- Be in your lobby 5–10 minutes early.
- Urubamba or Ollantaytambo? Ask us for a quote.
What to bring
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Sunglasses and sunscreen
- A charged phone or camera
- Cash in soles for the Tourist Ticket: S/70 for the Circuit II partial ticket, which covers Tipón and Pikillacta, or S/130 for the full ticket.
Important information
- Book at least 24 hours in advance.
- Andahuaylillas is an active parish; visits may pause during Mass.
- Cusco sits at 3,400 m. Acclimatize for a day first.
- 50% surcharge on Peruvian national holidays.
- Card declined? Ask your bank to enable international online purchases. If it still fails, write to us and we will give you another payment method.
Clear before you confirm
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the tour. This is a private experience for your group only. You’ll receive your confirmation email within 15 minutes.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Cusco Tourist Ticket included?
No. You’ll need it for Tipón and Pikillacta. Bring cash in soles to buy it.
Why choose the South Valley over the Sacred Valley?
Because it is almost empty. Tipón, Pikillacta and Andahuaylillas get a fraction of the Sacred Valley crowds, so you walk them without queues. It is also the only route where you see Wari architecture, older than the Incas, at Pikillacta. It is a half day, so it fits the same day as an afternoon arrival or before a flight.
Can children join?
Yes. Children 0–3 join free, children 4–11 get 20% off the standard rate, and from 12 the adult rate applies.
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