South Valley Tour Cusco

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Day 1: Bus Cusco – South Valley. (Tipon, Pikillaqta and Huasao Wetlands)

08:30 – 09:00: Our pick-up service begins.

After we are with all our travelers, we will start the tour in Tipon, a perfectly preserved archaeological site located 27 kilometers from the city of Cusco. Near the village of the same name, where stands an impressive rural colonial mansion (1650), there are 12 terraces still cultivated, some enclosures, and an irrigation system considered a masterpiece of hydraulic engineering still used by the surrounding population.

Next, we will arrive at Pikillaqta, considered one of the best-preserved pre-Inca cities in Peru that corresponds to the Wari culture, the ancestor of the Incas.

To finish our tour to the South Valley of Cusco, we will go to the Huasao Wetlands, a theme park, where, in addition to beautiful landscapes and lush nature, you can appreciate wooden sculptures.

After finishing the tour at this point, we will return to Cusco.

16:00 approx: We will arrive at the historic center of Cusco and thus culminate the Cusco tours.

End of our services

¿Qué incluye?

Tourist Transportation.
Accredited professional tour guide.
First aid kit / oxygen / altitude tablet, etc.

¿Qué no incluye?

Foods.
Air flights.
Does not include admission ticket.
Extra expenses.

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Before you book

To reserve this excursion a minimum of 48 hours in advance is required.
Shared service: if the minimum group size is not reached, the reservation is subject to change of date or cancellation.
The tour is conducted in two languages: English and Spanish.

Before Traveling

Light clothing.
Warm clothing.
Sturdy footwear.
Camera and/or video camera.
Hat or cap to protect from the sun, rain, and cold.
Sunblock lotion.
Toilet paper, inside and outside the luggage.
Snacks: cookies, energy bars, chocolates, fruit, granola, etc.
Cash – preferably in local currency (soles) and low denomination for snacks and souvenirs.

Preguntas frecuentes

What is included in the South Valley tour?

It includes visits to historical sites such as Pikillacta, Tipon and Andahuaylillas, as well as a visit to the Huasao wetlands, a more natural and ecological area due to its recent recovery.

Who built Pikillacta?

The pre-Inca Wari culture was responsible for the construction of this magnificent administrative and military center before the arrival of the Incas in their expansion.

In which months is it advisable to make the circuit to the South Valley?

The circuit can be done any month of the year, it does not run greater risk because it is close to the city and has paved accesses. Although it is recommended that in rainy months you come prepared.

What is our cancellation policy?

For cancellations made 30 days or less, prior to the travel date, 100% of the tour cost will be forfeited. For cancellations made 31 days or more prior to the travel date, cancellation fees may vary depending on departure and tour. Please consult with our travel agent for specific information.