Cajamarca: Kuntur Wasi Archaeological Tour Cajamarca: Kuntur Wasi Archaeological Tour – Spanish Guide
ID: GYG1502579-O-2294797
Category:
Country: Peru
Duration:
08:00 hours
Description
Explore Kuntur Wasi and discover the ancient history of Cajamarca. Visit the archaeological site, museum, and historic landmarks of San Pablo with a local guide.
Step into the ancient history of Cajamarca on a cultural journey through San Pablo and the archaeological world of Kuntur Wasi. During this full-day experience, you will visit historic landmarks, explore a local archaeological museum, and walk through one of the region’s most important ceremonial sites.
Your tour begins at the Plaza de Armas de San Pablo, where you will take in the atmosphere of this traditional Andean town and learn about its local history. From here, continue to the Kuntur Wasi Site Museum, where you will visit its three main exhibition rooms. Discover archaeological pieces found during excavations in the area, including gold objects, semi-precious stones, ceramics, lithic artifacts, and human remains. Your guide will help you understand the significance of these discoveries and their connection to the ancient cultures of northern Peru.
Next, head to the Kuntur Wasi Archaeological Site. Walk around the ancient ceremonial complex and discover the remains of a site that played an important role in the religious and cultural development of the region. As you explore, your guide will explain the archaeological evidence, the site's historical importance, and what has been discovered through research and excavations.
After visiting Kuntur Wasi, return to San Pablo to discover two landmarks connected with the town’s history. First, see the Arco de Triunfo, decorated with carved scenes related to the Battle of July 13, 1882. Then visit the July 13 Obelisk, built in 1922 in honor of the Peruvian heroes associated with this historic event.
Throughout the experience, you will have opportunities to take photographs, ask questions, and discover the connection between San Pablo’s history, its archaeological heritage, and the living culture of Cajamarca.
Highlights
- Explore the ancient Kuntur Wasi ceremonial site.
- Discover gold and ceramics at the Kuntur Wasi museum.
- Walk through the historic town of San Pablo.
- Learn about Cajamarca’s ancient cultural heritage.
- Visit landmarks linked to the Battle of July 13, 1882.
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Daily departures are available.
For bookings with an English-speaking guide, please make your reservation at least 2 days in advance. For Spanish-speaking guide bookings, you can book normally, subject to availability.
After booking, we will contact you to confirm the details and coordinate the activity. Please keep your phone active and make sure the number provided in your reservation is available to receive our calls or messages.
INCLUDED
- Tourist transportation throughout the tour.
- Professional tour guide.
- Entrance tickets to the Kuntur Wasi Site Museum.
- Entrance ticket to the Kuntur Wasi Archaeological Site.
- Visit to the Plaza de Armas of San Pablo.
- Visit to the San Pablo Triumphal Arch.
- Visit to the July 13 Obelisk.
- Guide assistance throughout the experience.
NOT INCLUDED
- Personal expenses.
- Food and drinks.
- Tips for the guide or driver.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
