Trujillo: Chan Chan, Huacas, and Huanchaco Day Trip
ID: GYG1110307-1704907
Category:
Country: Peru
Duration:
09:00 hours
Description
Explore the ancient wonders of Trujillo on a guided day trip. Visit the Chan Chan archaeological site, the Huacas del Sol y de la Luna, and enjoy free time in Huanchaco.
Begin your day with a convenient pickup from your hotel in Trujillo. Head north to your first stop, the Huaca Esmeralda, a small but significant site from the Chimú Empire.
Next, visit the Huaca Arco Iris, also known as Huaca Dragón, named for its intricate friezes. Continue to the Chan Chan Site Museum, where you can see original artifacts from the Chimú Empire.
Enter the Chan Chan Citadel for a comprehensive tour of this ancient city. Enjoy some free time in Huanchaco for lunch (not included).
In the afternoon, visit the Huacas de Moche Site Museum, home to original Moche artifacts, ceramics, and textiles. Finally, explore the Huacas del Sol y de la Luna Archaeological Complex, a religious temple of the Moche civilization. Return to Trujillo in the evening.
Highlights
- Step back in time as you explore the ancient city of Chan Chan
- Discover the Huaca Esmeralda and Huaca Arco Iris, two Chimú temples
- Visit the Chan Chan Site Museum to see original Chimú artifacts
- Explore the Huacas del Sol y de la Luna, a Moche religious complex
- Enjoy free time in Huanchaco to relax and have lunch by the sea
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The tour starts at 9:20 am and ends at 6:00 pm
The tour includes visits to several archaeological sites
Lunch is not included, but there is free time in Huanchaco to have lunch
Jr Orbegoso 467 , frente a la plaza de trujillo.
INCLUDED
- Hotel pickup
- Visit to Huaca Esmeralda
- Visit to Huaca Arco Iris
- Visit to Museo de Sitio de Chan Chan
- Visit to Ciudadela de Chan Chan
- Free time in Huanchaco
- Visit to Museo de Sitio de las Huacas de Moche
- Visit to Complejo Arqueológico Huacas del Sol y de la Luna
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.
