Sun and Moon Huacas, Chan Chan and Huanchaco Day Tour
Why we love it?
The Sun and Moon Huacas, Chan Chan and Huanchaco Day Tour offers an immersive exploration of ancient Peruvian culture and coastal beauty over the span of eight hours. Participants will visit the impressive Sun and Moon Huacas, significant archaeological sites that showcase the artistry and engineering of the Moche civilization. The tour continues to Chan Chan, the largest adobe city in the world, where travelers can appreciate the intricate designs and historical significance of this UNESCO World Heritage Site. Finally, the day concludes at Huanchaco, a charming beach town known for its traditional fishing culture and iconic reed boats. This tour is ideal for history enthusiasts, cultural explorers, and those looking to experience the rich heritage of Moche and coastal Peru.
Inclusions
- Round trip transfers in centrally located Trujillo hotels
Itinerary
Sun & Moon Huacas
Early in the morning, a guide will pick you up from your hotel, and take you to explore the Moche Valley, located in the northern of Peru, and is the place where the pre-Inca Moche and Chimú cultures emerged. We will start at the Sun & Moon Huacas, which includes two large truncated pyramids, the Huaca Las Estrellas, Huaca del Cerro Blanco, the geoglyph of the Spider, and others buildings located in front of Cerro Blanco and near the Moche River. Then, you will stop in a traditional workshop of a traditional Moche family.
Chan Chan
Then, you will be transferred to Chan Chan archaeological zone, the largest mud city in the world and most populated on the north coast among the 600 and 700 AD. After visiting the Nik-An Palace you will be taken to Huanchaco.
Huanchaco
Then, you will have lunch at a local restaurant in the fishermen's spa of Huanchaco, and its famous Totora horses. Later, we are going to drop you off at your hotel.
Please Note
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Not stroller accessible
- Not suitable for pets
- No public transportation nearby
- Infant seats unavailable
- Children 1 and younger are complimentary.
- Children 10 and younger must be accompanied by 2 paying adults.
- Shared services minimum 2 passengers.
- You must be able to walk on unpaved or uneven terrain.
- Pick up from centrally located downtown Trujillo hotels.
Know Before You Go
- Infants must sit on laps
- Passport required
