From Cajamarca: Private excursion to the Kuelap Fortress (full day) Individual in English

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ID: GYG973552-O-1512763
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Country: Peru

Duration: 22:00 hours


Description

Immerse yourself in an interesting journey by land and air to visit the magnificent Kuelap Fortress in northern Peru.
This exceptional tour will be carried out as follows:
Day 1:
23:00 hrs. Pick up from lodging and departure to the city of Nuevo Tingo (Kuelap), passing through the districts of Celendin (Cajamarca) and Leymebamba (Amazonas).
Day 2:
07:00 hrs. Arrival to Nuevo Tingo. Breakfast (at passenger's expense).
07:30 hrs. Transfer to the cable car terminal to Kuelap.
08:00 hrs. Transfer by bus from the boarding station to Platform No.1; transportation by cable car from Platform No.1, to Platform No.2.
08:25 hrs. Arrival and visit to the citadel of Kuelap, called The Fortress and built on top of a high mountain, is the most important archaeological site of the Peruvian mountainous jungle, it is presented to the visitor as an impregnable place, surrounded by cliffs and cliffs on three of its four sides, built in an area of beautiful landscapes that combine the heights of the Andes and the Amazon jungle which creates an incomparable spectacle. Kuelap is formed by two gigantic superimposed artificial platforms, on which a city that covers an approximate extension of 450 hectares was built, in general and seen from the air, its shape resembles an elongated bird's wing, with approximate measures of 584 meters long by 120 meters wide; according to some specialists, 25`000,000 cubic meters of material were used in its construction.
11:30 hrs. Descent by cable car from Platform No. 2 to Platform No. 1; transfer by bus from Platform 1 to the boarding station in the town of Nuevo Tingo. Transfer to a restaurant.
12:00 hrs. Lunch in the town of Maria (at passenger's expense).
13:00 hrs. Return to the city of Cajamarca.
21:00 hrs. Arrival to the city of Cajamarca and transfer to the lodging.

Highlights

  • Explore the impressive Kuelap Fortress of the warrior Chachapoyas.
  • Discover the living legacy of the Pre Inca Chachapoyas culture.
  • Experience a cable car ride through the Peruvian mountainous jungle.
  • Meet one of the archaeological wonders of Peru.

Guiding languages

IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The children's rate applies as long as 02 adults book.
Children who do not pay, travel on their parents' lap and under their responsibility.
The activity is done with a tour guide in Spanish or English (choose the option).
For all options, during the transfer Cajamarca - Nuevo Tingo - Cajamarca, you will be accompanied by a Spanish-speaking driver, in Kuelap a tour guide will be waiting for you to make the tour in the chosen option.
The activity requires a minimum of 02 adult participants, in case of being only 01 adult, choose the option "Individual".
It is recommended to bring water and / or snacks for the tour.
INCLUDED
  • Pickup and drop-off service to the hotel.
  • Ground transportation Cajamarca - Nuevo Tingo - Cajamarca.
  • Transfer Nuevo Tingo - Kuelap - Nuevo Tingo by cable car.
  • Local tour guide in Kuelap.
  • Driver during the transfers.
  • Tickets
NOT INCLUDED
  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Meals and beverages
  • Tips

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.