HUARAZ: CHAVÍN DE HUÁNTAR TOUR

Overview

HUARAZ: CHAVÍN DE HUÁNTAR TOUR
Huaraz, Perú
Duration: 1 day
Group size: 1 - 25
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$36

About this trip

Embark on a fascinating excursion from Huaraz to the historic Chavín de Huántar Archaeological Complex, one of the most important ceremonial centers of Andean civilization. On this tour, we will traverse the breathtaking landscapes of the Cordillera Blanca and discover the cultural legacy of the ancient Chavín culture—an experience combining nature, history, and archaeology in a single day.

Departure from Huaraz

We will begin our journey from Huaraz heading toward the district of Chavín de Huántar.

Cátac

We will make a brief stop in Cátac, where passengers can enjoy a light breakfast and drink coca tea—a traditional beverage used to help with altitude acclimatization.

Querococha Lagoon

We will continue the trip to Querococha Lagoon, a beautiful natural attraction surrounded by Andean mountains. Here, we can view a curious geological formation known as the "Map of Peru" fault line.

National Museum of Chavín

We will arrive at the National Museum of Chavín, where we will discover important archaeological pieces from the Chavín culture. We will tour the galleries and view examples of pre-Columbian art, including the famous cabezas clavas (tenoned heads) and the Raimondi Stela.

Chavín de Huántar Archaeological Complex

We will visit one of ancient Peru's major ceremonial centers. During the tour, we will explore its temples, plazas, and monumental structures, as well as view the original monoliths and artifacts that reflect the religious and cultural significance of the Chavín civilization.

Arrival in Huaraz

After completing our cultural and nature tour, we will begin the return journey to Huaraz, arriving at approximately 7:30 PM.

What's included

Tourist Transportation

Round-trip tourist transport from Huaraz.

Official tour guide

Permanent assitance

Permanent assistance during the tour.

First aid kit

What's not included

Personal expenses

Meals

Breakfast, lunch, dinner, and drinks.

Entrance tickets

Entrance tickets to tourist sites.

Personal insurance

Map of the trip locations

A. Huaraz, Perú

Huaraz, Perú

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