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Pickup from your hotel starts around 8:30 a.m. to begin the route toward the southeast of Cusco along the Cusco - Puno highway.
The circuit visits Tipon, Pikillacta and Andahuaylillas, combining Inca, pre-Inca and colonial history. Return to central Cusco is planned around 2:00 p.m., leaving the afternoon free to continue exploring the city.
  • Pickup

    Around 8:30 a.m. from downtown hotels or a meeting point.

  • Duration

    Half day with return around 2:00 p.m.

  • Altitude

    Between 2,800 and 3,400 meters above sea level.

  • Difficulty

    Easy to moderate.

  • Layers

    Inca, pre-Inca and colonial history in one route.

  • 1
    Step 1: Tipon

    Archaeological complex of terraces and an irrigation system still in use.

  • 2
    Step 2: Pikillacta

    Large pre-Inca urban center from the Wari culture.

  • 3
    Step 3: Andahuaylillas

    Visit the church known as the Sistine Chapel of America.

  • 4
    Step 4: Return to Cusco

    Return to central Cusco around 2:00 p.m.

  • Included

    Hotel pickup in the city center.

  • Included

    Professional guide in Spanish and English.

  • Included

    Tourist transportation and professional driver.

  • Not included

    Entrance fees. Partial Tourist Ticket (PEN 70.00) or General Ticket (PEN 130.00).

  • Not included

    Andahuaylillas church: PEN 15.00.

  • Not included

    Services not mentioned, water, snacks and tips.

  • Passport or valid ID

    Bring your valid original ID for entrances and checkpoints.

  • Small backpack

    Ideal for a water bottle, snacks and personal items.

  • Extra cash

    Bring Peruvian soles for entrance fees, optional purchases or personal expenses.

  • Hat, cap and sunglasses

    Protect yourself from the sun during the visit.

  • Sunscreen SPF 35+

    Use sunscreen before and during the tour.

  • Comfortable walking shoes

    Wear comfortable shoes for plazas, stairs and short trails.

  • Light clothing and a warm layer

    Bring layered clothing to adapt to Cusco weather.

  • Waterproof jacket or poncho

    Recommended if you travel between October and March.

  • Tourist ticket

    Required for Tipon and Pikillacta.

Our clients

Travelers who joined the tour say

Ray Dickinson
Ray DickinsonCanada★★★★★

A very well organized experience, with clear guidance and enough time to enjoy every stop.

Leslie Alexander
Leslie AlexanderFrance★★★★★

The route felt authentic and comfortable. The team helped us with every detail before booking.

Brooklyn Simmons
Brooklyn SimmonsUSA★★★★★

Beautiful places, friendly attention and a smooth itinerary from start to finish.

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