Lim-11 : Caral – Exploring the Mysteries of the Sacred City
Why we love it?
The "Lim-11: Caral – Exploring the Mysteries of the Sacred City" tour offers a comprehensive 14-hour journey from Lima to the ancient sites of Caral and Bandurria, two of the oldest civilizations in the Americas. Ideal for history enthusiasts and cultural explorers, this tour provides an in-depth look at the archaeological significance of these sites, including guided insights from an official tourist guide. Distinctive for its focus on pre-Columbian history, participants will have the opportunity to explore the well-preserved structures of Caral, renowned for its intricate urban planning and monumental architecture, as well as the coastal site of Bandurria, adding layers to the understanding of early Peruvian society. Transport and entrance tickets are included, making it a convenient option for those looking to delve into the mysteries of ancient civilizations.
Inclusions
- Transport
- Entrance ticket to the citadel of Caral and Bandurria
- Official tourist guide
Exclusions
- Food
- Pick up and return to the hotel
Itinerary
ITINERARY
Meeting point – Miraflores
- Departure to the Caral and Bandurria Archaeological Centers. Information and specialized guidance during the tour.
- Breakfast stop at Restaurante del Pino
- Arrival at the Citadel of Caral. Considered the “Oldest City in America”, built in the Supe Valley 2,600 years BC. approximately. It is the “Oldest Civilization of America” and “Cultural Heritage of Humanity”, declared by UNESCO in 2009. Its antiquity is compared to the civilizations of the old continent: Mesopotamia, Egypt, India and China. This majestic Archaeological Complex is located on an arid desert plateau that dominates the fertile valley of the Supe River. It has more than 65 hectares of extension, where you can see the impressive monumental buildings such as the Greater Pyramid, the amphitheater temple, the Gallery Pyramid, the Cantera Pyramid, the Huanca Pyramid, the Minor Pyramid and the temple of the circular altar.
- Lunch in the reception area of the archaeological site (Only Saturdays, Sundays and holidays. Monday to Friday lunch in Huacho).
- Arrival at the Bandurria Archaeological Center. In front of a long sandy beach next to the Pacific Ocean, on high ground (20 meters above sea level), are the pyramids of Bandurria, built nearly 5,000 years ago.
Return trip : Arrival in Lima – Miraflores around 7:30pm / 8pm
Please Note
- Reservations can be made until 6:00 PM the day before departure. 2 pers minimum.If you wish to make a reservation after this deadline, please contact us to confirm availability.----------
Cancellation Policy
Fully refundable until 3 days before start
Non-refundable after 3 days before start
