About this experience
A transportation service will pick you up from your hotel and you will travel to Northern Lima. After a four-hour trip, you will arrive in Caral, the civilization that created the oldest urban complex (of the same name) in America, which redefined the history of societies when it was discovered that it is 5,000 years old, as old as China, Egypt, Indía and Mesopotamia. Caral shows large pyramids, squares, atriums and altars on which various sacred ceremonies and offerings to deities were performed. After the visit, you will have time to enjoy lunch (by your own) and then return to Lima City.
At a glance
- Duration: 11 hr 30 min
- Private experience
Plan your experience
Set aside 11 hr 30 min for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- It is recommended to wear light clothing and comfortable shoes, as you will be walking on the circuit.
What is included
- Pickup and drop-off
- Admission to Caral.
- Professional bilingual tour guide (English and Spanish).
Not included
- Personal expenses.
- Gratuities.
- Lunch
Itinerary and highlights
Visit the oldest known city in the Americas on this day trip to Caral! From Lima, travel with your guide to the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Caral, an archeological site where you’ll see ancient artifacts and structures like bone flutes, dusty temples and a few sunken plazas. This tour is designed to introduce you to the history and culture of this ancient Peruvian city.
Meeting and pickup information
- - Pick up from hotels located in Miraflores, San Isidro and Historic Centre of Lima. - This activity does not include the pick up from private residences (Airbnb). If you stay in them, please contact us days prior the start of the tour, in order to coordinate a meeting point for the pick-up.
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- LimaTours
Accessibility and practical details
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- It is important to inform us the name of the hotel where you are staying in order to coordinate your pick up.
- Rates do not apply for Peruvians or foreign passengers whose stay exceeded 60 days in Peru because sales taxes are not included in the above total and, if applicable, will be collected by the local operator.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult.
- It is important to carry sunscreen, sunglasses, hat.
- It is recommended to wear light clothing and comfortable shoes, as you will be walking on the circuit.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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