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Live this fantastic tour that combines the best of the culture and gastronomy of Trujillo, enjoying a varied tour that combines a visit to the largest mud city in the pre-Hispanic world, Chan Chan. Tour one of the nine palaces that make up the city and admire its squares, corridors and administrative areas decorated with beautiful reliefs dedicated to the sea. Learn about the history of the Chimú, the largest pre-Inca empire, on the northern coast of Peru. Learn the secrets of preparing Pisco Sour and Ceviche. Walk the streets of Huanchaco and its market where you will learn about fruits, vegetables and life in a local market. Stroll along Huanchaco beach and see the ancient artisanal fishing boats called "caballitos de totora".
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Meeting and pickup
Our guide will pick up passengers with a list of names and a sign with the name of our agency.
Itinerary
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1Chan Chan
Chan Chan Our first stop will be in Chan Chan, ancient capital of the Chimú culture and which has been included in the list of World Heritage by UNESCO since 1986. The city is made up of nine palaces, religious temples, production and housing areas. for both the nobility and the people. During our visit we will visit the Nik An palace which is the only one that has been restored, during the tour you will find ceremonial plazas, small altars, patios, warehouses, a ceremonial well and finally the funerary platform where King Chimú was buried; Many of these sectors are decorated with beautiful reliefs of waves, cormorants, pelicans, fish, rhombuses and other geometric figures and in general designs inspired by the sea. At the end of the visit we will be able to understand the greatness of the city and the Chimú culture.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket included -
2Huanchaco
Huanchaco – Preparation of ceviche. We head to Huanchaco where we will learn the secrets of preparing the most representative dish and drink of Peru (Ceviche and Pisco Sour). An expert bartender will show us the ingredients and how to prepare this delicious Peruvian cocktail called Pisco Sour, then the restaurant chef will teach us how to prepare a delicious ceviche which has been recognized as the most traditional dish in Peru. Includes tasting.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
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Huanchaco - Market We will visit the Huanchaco Market to learn about the vegetables, fruits and typical products of Peru, as well as allowing us to get to know life in a local Peruvian market.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
4Playa Varadero - Huanchaco
Huanchaco – Caballitos de Totora We tour Huanchaco beach to observe the boats known as "caballitos de totora" that are used to this day for daily fishing. We will learn how they are made, their useful life and how they are used to this day. Free time to walk on the beach.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- In Chan Chan the route is 90% accessible for wheelchairs and baby strollers
- Not recommended for travelers in an advanced state of pregnancy.
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Cancellation Policy
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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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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