Andahuaylillas • Pikillaqta • Tipón • Pisac • Taray Viewpoint
1. Andahuaylillas – Colonial Art & the “Sistine Chapel of the Americas”
Your private experience begins with a comfortable pickup from your hotel in Cusco.
Travel south through the beautiful Andean countryside to Andahuaylillas, home to one of the most remarkable colonial churches in Peru.
Often called the “Sistine Chapel of the Americas,” the Church of San Pedro de Andahuaylillas is famous for its extraordinary murals, ornate altars, gold-leaf details, and fascinating combination of European and Andean artistic traditions.
Your private guide will introduce you to the history and symbolism behind the artwork while explaining the cultural transformation that took place in the Andes during the colonial period.
Highlights: Colonial Peru • Baroque art • Andean religious art • Historic murals
2. Pikillaqta – Discover the Wari Civilization
Continue to Pikillaqta, one of the most important pre-Inca archaeological sites in the Cusco region.
Built by the Wari civilization, Pikillaqta was an impressive urban settlement established centuries before the rise of the Inca Empire.
Walk through its ancient streets and architectural complexes while learning about the Wari’s sophisticated approach to urban planning, agriculture, administration, and regional expansion.
This visit provides a fascinating perspective on the civilizations that shaped the Andes long before the Incas.
Highlights: Wari civilization • Pre-Inca archaeology • Ancient urban planning • Andean history
3. Tipón – The Inca Masterpiece of Water Engineering
Continue your journey to Tipón, one of the finest examples of Inca hydraulic engineering.
Here, the Incas transformed the natural landscape into an extraordinary system of canals, terraces, fountains, and water channels.
Many of these channels continue to carry water today, demonstrating the remarkable precision and understanding of water management achieved by Inca engineers.
Your guide will explain the agricultural, practical, and ceremonial importance of water in Inca society.
Highlights: Inca engineering • Hydraulic systems • Agricultural terraces • Sacred water
4. Pisac – Artisan Market, Culture & Gourmet Lunch
From the South Valley, continue toward the spectacular Sacred Valley of the Incas.
Arrive in Pisac, one of the most famous destinations in the Sacred Valley, known for its archaeological heritage, traditional market, local artisans, and dramatic mountain scenery.
Explore the colorful artisan market at your own pace, browse traditional textiles and handmade crafts, and meet local vendors.
After your visit, enjoy a carefully selected lunch featuring Peruvian and Andean cuisine.
Your private tour allows you to enjoy lunch at a relaxed pace without the constraints of a large group.
Highlights: Pisac market • Local artisans • Peruvian cuisine • Sacred Valley landscapes
5. Taray Viewpoint – The Perfect Sacred Valley Panorama
Before returning to Cusco, make a final stop at the Taray viewpoint.
From this elevated location, enjoy sweeping views across the Sacred Valley, including the Urubamba River, agricultural fields, traditional communities, and dramatic Andean mountains.
This is the perfect place to pause, take photographs, and appreciate the incredible landscape that made the Sacred Valley such an important region for the Incas.
Highlights: Sacred Valley views • Photography • Andean landscapes • Scenic viewpoint
