Discover Trujillo’s rich culture and flavors. Explore Chan Chan, learn Chimú history, and master Pisco Sour and Ceviche. Experience Huanchaco’s vibrant market and beach life.
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Chan Chan - Chan Chan
Our first stop will be in Chan Chan, the ancient capital of the Chimú culture, which has been a UNESCO World Heritage site since 1986. The city comprises nine palaces, religious temples, and areas for production and housing for both the nobility and common people. During our visit, we will explore the Nik An palace, the only one that has been restored. The tour includes ceremonial plazas, small altars, patios, warehouses, a ceremonial well, and the funerary platform where King Chimú was buried. Many of these areas are adorned with beautiful reliefs of waves, cormorants, pelicans, fish, rhombuses, and other geometric figures, generally inspired by the sea. By the end of the visit, we will have a deeper understanding of the grandeur of the city and the Chimú culture. -
Huanchaco - Huanchaco – Preparation of ceviche.
We head to Huanchaco to learn the secrets of preparing Peru’s most iconic dish and drink: Ceviche and Pisco Sour. An expert bartender will demonstrate the ingredients and preparation of the delicious Peruvian cocktail, Pisco Sour. Following this, the restaurant chef will teach us how to prepare a delectable ceviche, recognized as Peru’s most traditional dish. Includes tasting.
- Pilcomayo 375 - Huanchaco - Market
We will visit the Huanchaco Market to discover the vegetables, fruits, and typical products of Peru, giving us insight into life in a local Peruvian market.
- Playa de Huanchaco - Huanchaco – Caballitos de Totora
We will tour Huanchaco beach to observe the “caballitos de totora,” boats still used for daily fishing. We will learn about their construction, lifespan, and current usage. Free time to walk on the beach.
- Tour guide
- Bottled water
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Entrance fees to archaeological sites
- Ceviche and Pisco Sour Tasting
- Lunch
Experience an amazing tour that blends the rich culture and exquisite cuisine of Trujillo. Enjoy a diverse itinerary that includes a visit to Chan Chan, the largest adobe city of the pre-Hispanic era. Explore one of the nine palaces within the city, marveling at its plazas, corridors, and administrative areas adorned with stunning sea-themed reliefs. Discover the history of the Chimú, the most significant pre-Inca empire on Peru’s northern coast. Uncover the secrets of making Pisco Sour and Ceviche. Wander through the streets of Huanchaco and its market, where you’ll learn about local fruits, vegetables, and market life. Take a leisurely walk along Huanchaco beach and observe the ancient traditional fishing boats known as “caballitos de totora.”
- In Chan Chan the route is 90% accessible for wheelchairs and baby strollers
- Not recommended for travelers in an advanced state of pregnancy.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.