--- title: South Valley of the Incas | Private Tour lang: en type: tour city: Cusco country: Peru price: 121 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.94 reviews: 36 duration_minutes: 360 languages: [pt, en, es] rank_in_category: 47 of 68 (Private Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-11-08 data_updated: 2026-11-08 canonical: https://guidekin.com/peru/cusco/tours/south-valley-of-the-incas-private-tour/ --- # South Valley of the Incas | Private Tour **Guidekin's take:** Explore Tipón and the Church of San Pedro Apóstol de Andahuaylillas on a private tour for your party in the South Valley. A guide, water and hotel transfers within the Cusco service area are included; both entry tickets cost extra. 4.94 from 36 reviews at €121 per person for 6h. In our comparison: #47 of 68 in Private Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview Discover a side of Cusco that goes far beyond Machu Picchu. On this private tour of the South Valley, you’ll explore important archaeological remains of the Wari and Inca civilizations, visit one of the region’s most iconic colonial churches, and take in stunning Andean landscapes along the way. This tour brings together archaeology, history, culture, and nature in a single experience, with the comfort of private transportation and the assistance of a professional guide who will take you through each site at your own pace. If you want to learn more about Cusco’s history beyond its best-known attractions, the South Valley is an excellent choice. With private service and an itinerary that combines important archaeological sites with Andean landscapes, this experience allows you to explore the region with greater comfort, flexibility, and peace of mind. ## Before you book - Hotel pickup: no car needed - Min. 2 to book: not for solo travellers - Non-refundable: no free cancellation **Pickup:** Hotel pickup included ## Key facts - Price: from €121 per person - Duration: 6h - Rating: 4.94/5 from 36 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Operator: Viagens Machu Picchu - Minimum booking: 2 travellers at this price - Group: Private tour, your party only - Guide languages: Portuguese, English, Spanish - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-11-08 ## Reviews 4.94 from 36 ratings on Guidekin & Tripadvisor. 97% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 35 of 36. - 5 stars: 35 (97%) - 4 stars: 0 (0%) - 3 stars: 1 (3%) - 2 stars: 0 (0%) - 1 star: 0 (0%) ## What's included - Certified professional private tour guide. - Air-conditioned vehicle. - Satellite internet connection during the journey. - One bottle of water. - Comfortable private transportation. - Drop-off at your hotel in Cusco (check whether your accommodation is within the drop-off route). - Hotel pickup in Cusco (check whether your accommodation is within the pickup route). ## Not included - Meals or beverages not mentioned. If you prefer, you can ask the guide to stop at a restaurant along the way. - Tips, which are at each traveler's discretion. - Transfers outside the service area are not included. - Entrance to the Tipón archaeological site. - Entrance to the Church of San Pedro Apóstol de Andahuaylillas. - Entrance to the Pikillacta archaeological site. ## Itinerary 1. **Centro Historico De Cusco** (30m) - One day before the tour, our team will provide you with all the necessary information and recommendations for your adventure. On the day of the tour, we’ll pick you up at your hotel in our private transportation and begin our journey through the South Valley. We’ll depart... 2. **Tipon** (1h) - At Tipón, you’ll discover one of the most impressive examples of agricultural knowledge and hydraulic engineering developed by the Inca civilization. The archaeological complex features canals, terraces, and water fountains that demonstrate the Incas’ advanced understanding... 3. **San Pedro Apostol de Andahuaylillas** (1h) - After exploring the impressive Inca ruins of Tipón, we’ll continue to Andahuaylillas, a small town known for its beautiful colonial architecture. We’ll visit the Church of San Pedro Apóstol, the main attraction in Andahuaylillas and one of the finest examples of colonial... 4. **Humedal Lucre-Huacarpay** (30m) - After our visit to the charming town of Andahuaylillas, we’ll continue to Huacarpay Lagoon, a beautiful natural setting surrounded by Andean landscapes. This is a peaceful place where you can enjoy the scenery, breathe in the fresh mountain air, and observe some of the bird... 5. **Piquillacta** (1h) - Our next stop will be Pikillacta, an important pre-Inca urban center built by the Wari culture. During the visit, your guide will explain the origins of this archaeological site, its influence on the development of Andean civilizations, and its connection to the later... 6. **Centro Historico De Cusco** (30m) - After completing our activities in the South Valley, we’ll begin our return journey to Cusco. At the end of the tour, we can drop you off at your hotel, as long as it is located within the central area of Cusco. Alternatively, if you prefer, we can drop you off at the Plaza... ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Schedule last checked: 2026-11-08 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations. Ends: At the end of the tour, we can also drop you off at your hotel, as long as it is within the central route in Cusco, or at the Plaza de Armas, depending on your preference and the logistics of the service. ## Good to know - Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - Children under 5 years of age are free of charge as long as they do not occupy a seat. - We can include a child car seat upon request, subject to availability and the number of passengers in the vehicle, at an additional cost. - Because this is a high-altitude tour, we recommend travelers pay attention to how their body is responding and move through the experience at a comfortable pace. Most of the route takes place at altitudes similar to or lower than Cusco's. - Travelers with heart conditions or other serious medical conditions should consult their doctor before taking part in this activity ## Cost for your party | People | Total | Per person | |---|---|---| | 2 | €242 | €121 | | 4 | €264 | €66 | | 6 | €306 | €51 | Cheapest option for that party size from the operator's current price tiers; the calendar shows the exact figure for your date. ## Compared with other Private Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #47 of 68** | €121 | 6h | 4.94 (36) | private | | [Sacred Valley Full-Day Private Tour from Urubamba & Ollantaytambo](/peru/cusco/tours/sacred-valley-full-day-private-tour-from-urubamba-ollantaytambo/?format=md) | €127 | 9h | 4.99 (212) | private | | [Half Day Private Tour Machu Picchu Cusco Peru](/peru/cusco/tours/half-day-private-tour-machu-picchu-cusco-peru/?format=md) | €181 | 14h | 5.0 (138) | private | | [4-Day Machu Picchu , Sacred Valley and Cusco-Private Guided Tour](/peru/cusco/tours/4-day-machu-picchu-sacred-valley-and-cusco-private-guided-tour/?format=md) | €1248 | 4 days | 5.0 (137) | private | Ranked #47 of 68 in Private Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). 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