Tipon, Pikillacta and Andahuaylillas

From 8.30 am. We will pick you up to visit the southern valley, where we will start visiting the Inca archaeological site of Tipon which is said to be a royal garden commissioned by Wiracocha. It is one of the most elaborate examples of agricultural terracing created by the Incas. These tall terraces which run up the narrow valley are irrigated by an aqueduct from Pachatusan, the mountain above the site. In addition to the terracing there are also some other structures at Tipon, including baths, a temple complex, canals and aqueducts. Tipon is definitely one of the visited sites in the Cusco area but it is equally as impressive as those in the Sacred Valley.

We will also visit the urban center of Pikillacta, the only pre-Inca site in Cusco. This amazing and unique adobe pre-Inca complex was built by the Wari culture who once dominated the central highland and coastal regions of Peru. Extensively considered the first culture to make use the agricultural terraces, most of the Inca administrative practices can be traced back to the Wari civilization.

Finally we visit the colonial temple of Andahuaylillas that preserves its beautiful decoration and mural painting of the 17th and 18th century known as the Sistine Chapel of Cusco. The chapel is simple and unassuming on the outside, but on the inside you’ll find masterpiece after masterpiece.

Upon return we will pass through Saylla, typical Cuzco town where you can enjoy the delicious pork rinds (optional).

What is Included:
– English speaking tour guide.
– Private transportation.
– Entrance fee for Andahuaylillas church.

Note:
– It is not included the Full Tourist Ticket, the cost is 35 USD and permit to visit:

•  Sacsayhuaman.
•  Qenqo.
•  Puca Pucara.
•  Tambomachay.
•  Museum of Contemporary Art.
•  Regional Historical Museum.
•  Museum of Popular Art.
•  Qoricancha Site Museum.
•  Qosqo Center for Native Art.
•  Monument to the Inca Pachacuteq.
•  Pikillaqta.
•  Tipón.
•  Pisac.
•  Ollantaytambo.
•  Chinchero.
•  Moray.

If You will visit just Pikillacta and Tipon, You can buy a partial ticket for 18 USD.