Caral Tour - The oldest sacred city in America

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10 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English and 1 more

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.

What's Included

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

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

The guide will approach the hotel lobby wearing a wine-colored shirt and carrying his ID card.

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Meeting point
JW Marriott Hotel Lima

The guide will approach the door of the JW Marriot hotel, he will be wearing a wine-colored shirt.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 10 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    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.

    3 hours • Admission ticket free
  • 2
    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!

    3 hours • Admission ticket free
  • 3

    After visiting the ancient archaeological site of Caral, we will take you to a traditional restaurant located in the Huacho neighborhood for lunch.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Lima

    This will be the time we will take to return from this great cultural place.

    3 hours • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Abixeo Peru Group

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Full-day Tours
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Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Archaeology Tours
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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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