From Paracas: Tambo Colorado Inca Complex Tour
ID: GYG246377-426662
Category:
Country: Peru
Duration:
04:00 hours
Description
Step back in time and retrace history on this visit to Tambo, Colorado, from Paracas or Pisco. Explore one of the most well-preserved Inca complexes on the Peruvian coast.
The trip begins with pickup from your hotel in Paracas or Pisco and travels to the Inca settlement of Tambo Colorado. Most-likely built at the end of the 15th century, the site was ruled by the Inca Emperor Pachacutec. Wander around the site with your guide and admire the decorated surfaces and structure that has survived remarkably well over the centuries, thanks to the dry climate of the region.
The site was built in the typical Incan design, with recessed trapezoidal niches and a rectangular floor plan. Learn about the styles of architecture from this historical period, and the cultural influences from the Ayacucho and Cusco people. Explore the site’s ceremonial plazas, platforms, and houses, as well as the main building known as La Fortaleza.
Listen to your guide explain the heritage of the site, that is believed to have been used as an administrative, ceremonial, and military center which controlled the main road from the coast to the highlands. The site was also used as a resting place for many of the Inca army soldiers across the local territory.
Highlights
- Visit one of most well-preserved Inca complexes in Peru
- Explore the site that was one of the most significant coastal centers.
- Discover features including ceremonial plazas and historic houses
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
This tour only starts in hotels within Paracas and Pisco. If you arrive at San Martin port, please book a suitable tour.
Please send us a valid mobile phone number so we can contact you via WhatsApp for any changes.
You must send your hotel details, such as address and name; it will be hard for us if you don't send this.
Remember that entry fees are paid only in cash before your tour.
Pick-up will be confirmed one day before your tour.
INCLUDED
- Pick up and drop off from your hotel.
- Transportation for the whole trip.
- Tour in English/Spanish
- Bottle of Water.
NOT INCLUDED
- Travel insurance.
- Entry fees of USD 5 per person.
- Meals and drinks.
- Personal expenses.
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.
