About this experience
"Discover the fascinating Pachacamac Archaeological Sanctuary, one of the most emblematic sites in the south of Lima with more than 2,000 years of history. This place, of great mystical and cultural value, was considered an important oracle in ancient Peru. Appreciate its majestic temples and pyramids with ramps, built from the pre-Incan era until the arrival of the Spanish. A must-see tour for history lovers.
At a glance
- Duration: 4 hr
- Private experience
Plan your experience
Set aside 4 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What is included
- A bottle of water.
- Pick up from your hotel
- Tickets to the Pachacamac Archaeological Zone.
- Official Tourism Guide
- Private transport
Not included
- Tips
Itinerary and highlights
The transportation will pass through different districts that make up modern Lima, starting with Miraflores, an area with a great variety of green areas, boardwalks and tourist attractions. Later, through Barranco, a bohemian district of the city, it will then cross the district of Chorrillos, known for its boardwalks and various beaches that are very popular in the summer. This district is where the Morro Solar is located, as well as the Pantanos de Villa, a natural area and urban spaces that you can see during the journey to Lurín.
We will be crossing the districts of: Chorrillos, this district was in the 19th century a beautiful spa, also has one of the most beautiful beaches in the city, called AGUA DULCE which is next to the fishing pier, then we will continue our walk through the district of Villa el Salvador, until passing through Lurín where important cement companies and the refinery of CONCHAN are located, close to this place is THE ARCHAEOLOGICAL AREA AND SANTURIO DE PACHACAMAC, very popular among the Limeños because it was the occupation of 4 cultures: Lima, Huari, Ishma and Inca, until Hernando Pizarro arrived and destroyed the Pachacamac Idol.
Come and experience this great experience by visiting the Archaeological Sanctuary of Pachacamac - Oracle of the Central Coast. The tour starts by getting to know the southern area of Lima and its different social classes. Upon arriving in Pachacamac you will discover a place that holds 2000 years of history from pre-Hispanic times to the Spanish conquest reflected in its imposing constructions such as religious temples and pyramids with ramp; where you will visit the interior of one of its 16 constructions, which served as part of ritual activities for pilgrims who arrived with offerings for the God Pachacamac.
In addition, we will enter LA PYRAMIDE 2 with ramp, and pass through the ancient QHAPAQ ÑAM of the Coast that used to be used by pilgrims when visiting the SHRINE OF PACHACAMAC.
Meeting and pickup information
- We pick up all travelers at their respective hotels. Once the reservation is made, we will send the information of the guide who will be in charge of the service along with his telephone number. The guide will present himself with a photocheck from the company and a flag that will say Peru at the meeting point mentioned by the passenger.
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- French — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- D'Sunqu Lima
Accessibility and practical details
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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?
What are the pickup arrangements?
Once the reservation is made, we will send the information of the guide who will be in charge of the service along with his telephone number. The guide will present himself with a photocheck from the company and a flag that will say Peru at the meeting point mentioned by the passenger.
Which guide languages are listed?
What ticket format is listed?
What ticket age bands are listed?
What accessibility information is provided?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
What is the cancellation policy?
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