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Cusco South Valley: Tipon, Pikillacta and Andahuaylillas

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Iglesia de la Compañía de Jesús y centro histórico de Cusco vistos desde lo alto

Muros de piedra de Sacsayhuamán con la ciudad de Cusco al fondo

Inca engineering, Wari urban planning and colonial art south of Cusco

Discover three chapters of Andean history on a South Valley excursion. Walk among the terraces and channels of Tipon, explore the vast pre-Inca city of Pikillacta and visit Andahuaylillas church, renowned for its mural decoration. An optional food stop in Saylla may be made on the return. Tourist transport and a professional guide are included; admissions and meals are paid separately.

Inca engineering, Wari urban planning and colonial art south of Cusco

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Pickup is planned around 9:15 am.n

Duration: about 6–7 hours

Start: pickup around 9:15 am

Finish: Cusco around 3:30 pm

Service: group tour

Languages: English and Spanish

Difficulty: easy to moderate

Meals: not included

Minimum: 2 participants

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A minimum of 2 participants is required. The base rate includes transportation and guide but excludes archaeological admissions and entry to Andahuaylillas church.

Pickup is planned around 9:15 am.

Return to Cusco is approximately 3:30 pm.

The route involves stairs, uneven surfaces and short walks.

Carry Peruvian soles for admissions and food.

Church entry may be restricted during religious services.

Passport or identification
Comfortable shoes
Layered clothing
Waterproof jacket or poncho
Sun hat, sunscreen and sunglasses
Water and snack
Peruvian soles for tickets and food
Camera without flash where permitted

Are admissions included?

No. You must pay the required ticket for Tipon and Pikillacta plus Andahuaylillas admission.

Is lunch included?

No. There may be an optional stop in Saylla to buy food.

How long is the tour?

Approximately 6–7 hours, returning around 3:30 pm.

Can I take photos inside the church?

This depends on current church rules; always follow staff instructions.

Is the walking difficult?

It is not a long hike, but there are stairs, altitude and uneven surfaces.

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Lucia Huaman Pantia

a month ago

The Rainbow Mountain tour exceeded all of our expectations! The entire trip was well organized, with comfortable transportation, a delicious breakfast and lunch, and a friendly, professional guide who made the experience enjoyable from start to finish. The views along the hike were incredible, and reaching the top to see Rainbow Mountain was absolutely worth it. Our guide gave us plenty of time to enjoy the scenery, take photos, and learn about the local culture and the surrounding Andes. I highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Cusco. Everything was handled perfectly, and it was truly one of the highlights of our trip to Peru. Thank you for such an unforgettable adventure!

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Adrian Garcia

a year ago

Terrible service. We booked a bus with them, but they never came to pick us up at the hotel. They didn't answer any of our calls or messages, and of course, they didn't refund our money. I strongly advise against using this agency.

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Cusco South Valley itinerary

Cusco — Tipon — Pikillacta — Andahuaylillas — Saylla — Cusco

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Cusco pickup

Stop: About 9:15 am

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Tipon

Stop: Guided visit

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Pikillacta

Stop: Guided visit

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Andahuaylillas

Stop: Cultural visit

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Saylla

Stop: Optional stop

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Return to Cusco

Stop: About 3:30 pm

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Meals:

Meals: not included

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