Trujillo: Guided Tour of Sun and Moon Temples - Southern Pyramid Exploration

Explore the ancient Sun and Moon Temples in Trujillo on a guided tour. Discover the fascinating history and archaeology of these pyramids, including human sacrifices and oracles.

Duration: 4 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Trujillo - Pick up from accommodation in Trujillo around 10am. We will go to the pyramid of the Sun and the Moon are located. Upon entering this area we can appreciate the huge walls that make up the Huaca del Sol and almost half a kilometer we will see the imposing Huaca de La Luna.
    Our tour will take place in the Huaca de La Luna, for which it will be necessary to climb a slope of steps until you arrive at the front door. Then we will enter with our local guide and go through the different levels of the pyramid.
    Here we can appreciate the spectacular friezes of the god Aia-paec adorned with beautiful colors. It is said that many of the images on the walls were related to the rites and ceremonies that were practiced there. According to the archaeologists in the Pyramid of the Moon, the Moches consulted oracles and offered human sacrifices, which are easily visible through the friezes found there. Return to the city of Trujillo at 13:00h. Drop off at Trujillo main square.
What's Included
  • Hotel pickup in Trujillo
  • Expert Spanish-speaking guide
  • Journey to the Valley of the Moche
  • Drop-off at Trujillo’s main square
What's Not Included
  • Lunch, you can choose where or follow the recommendation of the guide
  • Extra expenses (drinks, souvenirs, etc)
Additional Information

Pick up from accommodation in Trujillo around 10am. Then we will drive to the south of the city to arrive at the area where the pyramid of the Sun and the Moon are located. Upon entering this area we can appreciate the huge walls that make up the Huaca del Sol and almost half a kilometer we will see the imposing Huaca de La Luna.
Our tour will take place in the Huaca de La Luna, for which it will be necessary to climb a slope of steps until you arrive at the front door. Then we will enter with our local guide and go through the different levels of the pyramid.
According to the archaeologists in the Pyramid of the Moon, the Moches consulted oracles and offered human sacrifices, which are easily visible through the friezes found there.
Return to the city of Trujillo at 13:00h. Drop off at Trujillo main square.

  • Please confirm accommodation details on time of booking.
Location
Trujillo
Cancellation Policy

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

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