Barranco and Temple of Pachacamac Half Day Tour

Code: 429899
  • Duración: 4 hours
  • Máx. Pasajeros: 10
  • Dificultad: EASY

Description


With our tour Pre Inca Temple of Pachacamac, we will take you to visit the enigmatic archeological site, to discover the mysteries that are kept in this sanctuary, that belonged to one of the most impressive civilizations in South America. We will marvel with a panoramic view of the Bohemian district of Barranco, to then go discover the temple of the sun and the moon.

It is an ideal excursion for those who want to learn about the culture, history and architecture of the Pre Inca culture.



Price includes
  • Transport from centrally located hotels
  • 1 bottle of water per passenger
Importante
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Not stroller accessible
  • Not suitable for pets
  • No public transportation nearby
  • Infant seats unavailable
  • Children 2 and younger are complimentary
  • You should bring comfortable shoes, windproof jacket, hat and sunscreen.
  • Pick up from centrally located Miraflores, San Isidro and downtown Lima hotels

Itinerary

  • We begin with the departure from centrally located hotels to go visit the bohemian district of Barranco, a neighborhood full of cultural galleries, coffee shops, and street arts. Also, yo will have the opportunity to admire beautiful republican architecture. We will visit the Main Square, and the Bridge of Sighs, when we are going to appreciate the pathway known as Bajada de Baños (Lowered of the baths), a stone road that leads to the beaches of the city.

    The district of Barranco was a fishermen neighborhood, and its beaches were very popular for the upper-middle class of Lima, where they built European-style ranches and mansions. During the Pacific War in 1881, the Chilean army occupied the zone looting and destroying almost all the place around, including the Bridge of Sighs, which has been restored on several times.
  • Then, we will visit the Archaeological Sanctuary of Pachacamac, just 30 kms. south of Lima. It was built in adobe with view to the sea and the Lurin river valley. It was a pilgrimage site for many cultures that developed in ancient Peru. The first civilizations dated back to 5000 B.C. Upon arrival of the Incas, the complex was adapted to become an administrative center, respecting and adapting the local constructions.
    Pachacamac has three important sectors: the administrative part, where you can find there the Acllahuasi, the Palace of Tauri Chumpi, and the Pilgrimage Plaza, among others. The religious part with many temples as the Temple of the Sun and the Moon, and by last, the domestic zone. We will also visit the Site Museum of Pachacamac to get a better insight and appreciate the salvaged remnants of the area.

    The Temple of the Sun was built by the Incas, when they arrive to the coast of Lima in 1470, and it is the highest part of the complex, with sea orientation. It was built with adobes with red colors, being the biggest temple of the Peruvian coast.
    The tour ends with the return of each passenger to the selected hotels.

Faq

Lima can be visited all year round. Summer offers more sun.

Between 2 and 4 nights are recommended.

Yes, Lima is recognized as the gastronomic capital of Latin America.

Yes, it offers cultural and recreational activities.

Comfortable and urban clothing.

Yes, it adapts according to interests.
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