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Nazca Lines and Chauchilla Cemetery Tour


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Meals
small groups or private
Group size
approx. 520 m
Altitude
easy
Dificulty

Nazca Tours: Why Go

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The Nazca Lines and Chauchilla Cemetery Tour offers a fascinating introduction to the history and archaeology of the Nazca region. While many visitors explore the famous Nazca Lines from the air, this tour allows you to discover important archaeological sites on the ground.

You will visit viewpoints along the Nazca Lines where several geoglyphs can be observed from observation towers. Afterwards the tour continues to the Chauchilla Cemetery, one of the most remarkable pre Columbian burial sites in Peru.

Here you can see well preserved Nazca mummies and ancient tombs that date back more than one thousand years.

This excursion combines history, archaeology and desert landscapes and is the perfect complement to a Nazca Lines flight.

What to Expect

The tour begins in Nazca, where you travel through the desert landscape toward several viewpoints along the Nazca Lines.

At these observation towers you can see some of the famous geoglyphs from the ground, including figures such as the Hands and the Tree.

Your guide will explain how the lines were created and the theories behind their purpose.

Afterwards the tour continues to the Chauchilla Cemetery, located about 30 kilometers from Nazca. This ancient burial site dates back to the Nazca culture and contains numerous tombs and mummies preserved in the dry desert climate.

Walking through the cemetery offers a unique glimpse into the funerary traditions of the Nazca civilization.

Extra Info: The Chauchilla Cemetery

The Chauchilla Cemetery is one of the few archaeological sites in Peru where original mummies can still be seen in their tombs.

The cemetery dates from approximately 1000 years ago and belonged to the Nazca culture.

Because of the extremely dry desert conditions, many of the mummies have remained remarkably well preserved, often with hair, textiles and pottery still visible.

Today the site is protected and preserved as an important archaeological heritage site.

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Tour Details

Highlights

Visit Nazca Lines viewpoints and see several geoglyphs from observation towers

Explore the ancient Chauchilla Cemetery with well preserved Nazca mummies

Location:
Nazca Desert, southern Peru
Tour type:
group or private archaeological tour
Duration:
approx. 2 to 3 hours
Altitude:
approx. 520 m above sea level
Difficulty:
easy
Best season:
year round

Additional Options:

Tour type: cultural tour, archaeological exploration

Itinerary

  • Nazca Lines and Chauchilla Cemetery Tour
  • Pickup from your hotel in Nazca
  • Visit to Nazca Lines observation towers
  • Explanation of the geoglyphs and Nazca culture
  • Drive through the desert to Chauchilla Cemetery
  • Guided visit of the cemetery and ancient tombs
  • Return to Nazca
  • Exact timing may vary depending on the tour schedule.

Please note that the times provided in the above itinerary are approximate and subject to change. Last-minute adjustments may occur due to weather conditions, political unrest, or other unforeseen factors. We cannot be held responsible for any changes or delays.

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Good to Know

  • This tour is often combined with the Nazca Lines flight
  • Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
  • Sun protection is essential due to the desert climate
  • Bring water during the tour
  • The desert environment can be very warm during the day
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Price & Inclusions

Price

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Included

 Pickup from your accommodation in Nazca
Transportation during the tour
Professional bilingual guide
Guided visit of Chauchilla Cemetery

Not Included

 Entrance fee to Chauchilla Cemetery
Personal expenses
Tips
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