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The Chavín de Huantar Archaeological Monument was declared a Cultural Heritage of Humanity in 1985.
It is considered the first Andean empire in South America.
It is the parent culture
Its stone carvings are unique.
It has a lot of wealth and cultural and historical value for Peru and the world.
It is considered as the most important pilgrimage center in the Andean world
It is located in the middle of two rivers.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
It must be ready from the time indicated for the pick-up, the vehicle will pass (one time) lodging by lodging, with a margin of 30 minutes of waiting. Please be patient, there may be traffic delays (especially on holidays) or other reasons outside the company. We never leave anyone, but for a better experience we ask you to be punctual and communicate any contingency in advance.
Itinerary
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1
We will enter the Huascarán National Park, where we will make a brief stop at this beautiful lagoon, from where we can appreciate the southern face of the Cordillera Blanca, a whimsical geological formation that resembles the ancient map of Peru.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2
We will arrive at the famous first pre-Hispanic empire of Peru, discovered by Julio C. Tello in 1919 and that in 1985 was declared a Cultural Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO. Chavín is a complex ceremonial center, built around 1500 - 500 BC, of which the monumental part is known, which is comprised of a set of massive-looking buildings considered temples. You will visit the Plaza Mayor, the Black and White Staircase, the Building A, Portico de las Falcónidas, Plaza Circular, Cabezas Clavas, the galleries and the Lanzón (impressive stone sculpture in the shape of a knife).
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
3
National Museum of Chavín de Huantar: we will go to the famous Peruvian Japanese cooperation museum, which houses in its different exhibition rooms original pieces and replicas of the discoveries at the Chavín de Huantar Archaeological Monument.
30 minutes • Admission ticket not included
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- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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