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Caral Tour: Discover America’s Oldest Civilization

About this experience

Explore Caral, the cradle of the oldest civilization in the Americas, on this fascinating tour. Start with a comfortable transfer from your hotel to Norte Chico, where the impressive Supe Valley awaits you. Visit the archaeological site of Caral, where a specialized guide will take you to see monuments, pyramids and plazas that reveal the deep link between religion and politics of this ancient society. After an enriching tour, enjoy free time to explore and take pictures before a delicious lunch in Huacho (not included).

- Transportation from your hotel to the Supe Valley.
- Specialized guide who shares the history of Caral
- Free time to explore the archaeological site and take pictures.
- Lunch in Huacho, with the option to try typical dishes (not included).

At a glance

  • Duration: 12 hr
  • Private experience

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Caral Tour: Discover America's Oldest Civilization
Pickup included

Plan your experience

Time on the tour12 hr
Getting therePickup offeredSee pickup details
Guide languagesEnglish (live guide), Spanish (live guide)
Tour arrangementPrivate experience

Set aside 12 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.

Before you go

  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

What is included

  • Certified guide
  • admission ticket
  • Air-conditioned vehicle

Not included

  • Lunch
  • Breakfast

Itinerary and highlights

The tour begins with the pick up from your hotel and the trip to the Norte Chico, specifically to the valley of Supe. In this place is Caral, considered the oldest civilization in America, with more than 5,000 years of history.

Upon arrival, we will take a guided tour of the archaeological site, where we will see its pyramids, plazas and other ceremonial spaces. The guide will explain how religion, architecture and social organization were fundamental pillars in this ancient culture.

After the tour, there will be free time to explore the site on your own and take pictures. Afterwards, we will head to Huacho to enjoy a typical lunch (not included in the tour). At the end of the tour, we will return to Lima, concluding an enriching experience full of history and culture.

Meeting and pickup information

  • another pick up point would be at kenedy park
  • We will pick you up at the arrival hall. The driver will be waiting for you with a sign with the name of the first traveler.

Languages and tickets

  • English — Guide
  • Spanish — Guide
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • Rap Travel Peru

Accessibility and practical details

  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Questions about this experience

How long is this experience?
The supplier lists a duration of 12 hr.
What are the pickup arrangements?
We will pick you up at the arrival hall. The driver will be waiting for you with a sign with the name of the first traveler.
Which guide languages are listed?
English (live guide), Spanish (live guide).
What ticket format is listed?
Mobile ticket.
What ticket age bands are listed?
Adult tickets: age 15+. Check the practical details for participation requirements.
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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