Peru · Archaeology

6-Hour Tipon, Pikillaqta and Andahuaylillas Tour from Cusco

6 Hours Round trip from Cusco Easy pace

Saint Peter the Apostle of Andahuaylillas

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Explore the most critical example of Inca hydraulic engineering at Tipon
02 Discover the archaeological legacy of the Wari civilization at Pikillaqta
03 Admire the beautiful baroque-style paintings and gold leaf at Andahuaylillas temple
04 Optional stop in Saylla to taste chicharron, a typical pork dish

Embark on a captivating 6-hour journey through Peru's rich history and culture, from the ingenious hydraulic engineering of the Inca at Tipon to the archaeological legacy of the Wari civilization at Pikillaqta. The experience culminates at the stunning temple of Andahuaylillas, adorned with beautiful baroque-style paintings and gold leaf. Before returning to Cusco's historic center, there is also an optional stop in Saylla to taste the magnificent flavors of chicharron, a typical pork dish.

The experience culminates at the stunning temple of Andahuaylillas, adorned with beautiful baroque-style paintings and gold leaf.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 6 Hours

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

City Cusco

Languages English, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Tipon, Pikillaqta, and Andahuaylillas Discovery

We will start by picking you up at your hotel between 8:00 and 9:00 a.m. in the city's historic center.
Our first stop will be the archaeological center of Tipon, the most critical example of Inca hydraulic engineering.
We will continue our tour by visiting the archaeological center of Pikillaqta, a sample of a great civilization such as the Wari.
Finally, to close with a flourish, we will visit the temple of Andahuaylillas, where we will be able to contemplate its beautiful baroque-style paintings adorned with gold leaf.
On our way back to the historic center, we will pass through Saylla, where we can taste the magnificent flavors of chicharron, a typical dish made of pork meat (optional).
We will finish with a transfer to your hotel.