Caral Tour - The oldest sacred city in America
Travel back more than 5,000 years in time on a small-group tour to the Caral archaeological zone. This full-day excursion is perfect for travelers who want to go beyond the typical tourist checklist. Convenient pickup from your Lima hotel takes you to the UNESCO-listed pyramid complex. Here, enjoy an entertaining tour with your guide, plus free time to explore.
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Caral Tour - The oldest sacred city in America
Pickup included
What's included in Caral Tour - The oldest sacred city in America
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Huacho
To get to Caral we will travel north of Lima for approximately 3 hours, along the way we will be able to see different districts.
Caral
After picking you up, we will head to this interesting site discovered in 1994. It has been declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. It is a complex of impressive 5,000-year-old pyramids made by the ancient inhabitants of the area. It dates back to the same time as the first Egyptian pyramids. It is considered the second oldest city in the world, as no other older site has been found with such a diversity of monumental buildings, with different ceremonial and administrative functions. Get ready to see Caral and its ancient pyramids and learn about its fascinating history!
Huacho
After visiting the ancient archaeological site of Caral, we will take you to a traditional restaurant located in the Huacho neighborhood for lunch.
Inclusions
- Pick up and return to your hotel
- Official Tourism Guide
- Entrance ticket to the Huaral Archaeological Complex.
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Does not include breakfast, lunch or dinner
- Tips
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Pickup and Dropoff
You can choose to be picked up from a list of locations, or alternatively, have the choice to make your own way to the meeting points
Additional Information
The guide will approach the hotel lobby wearing a wine-colored shirt and carrying his ID card.
Meeting / End Points
- The guide will approach the door of the JW Marriot hotel, he will be wearing a wine-colored shirt.
