Chan Chan, Trujillo

Chan Chan: Why Go

This full day tour contains all the impressive highlights around the city of Trujillo.

The famous Temples of the Sun and the Moon (Huaca del Sol y de la Luna) are ancient Moche pyramids that were used for ceremonial purposes. Furthermore, you can see the World Heritage Site of Chan Chan in the Moche valley, considered the largest adobe settlement in the Americas. It is believed to have been built by the Chimú culture. In the Chimú tongue, Quingnam, Chan Chan means "Sun Sun", due to the sunny climate in the region.

Close to the site of Chan Chan we find another interesting religious monument: the Huaca Arco Iris or Huaca del Dragón (Temple of the Rainbow or Dragon), a ceremonial centre with ancient murals decorated with impressive figures.

The Huanchaco beach was an important port for the Moche and Chimú cultures of the region. It is furthermore said to be the birthplace of the Peruvian national dish "Ceviche".

What to Expect

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There is also a half day tour to Chan Chan in the afternoons. Contact us about this option.
Optional: Shows of the Marinera Dance and El Paso Horses - Contact us to add this extra option.

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Itinerary

Pick-up in the morning in Trujillo. We start out with the visit of the famous Huaca Arco Iris (Huaca Dragón) and the Huaca Esmeralda. Afterwards, we get an insight to the site of Chan Chan in the official museum (closed on Mondays) and also visit the Nik Ann Palace on the site. We then continue to the beautiful beach of Huanchaco, where you will have 1h approx. to have lunch. In the afternoon, we visit the settlements of the ancient Moche civilisation as well as the Moche museum. The tour ends with the visit of the famous Temple of the Sun and the Moon. There will be some time to look at the beautiful handicraft in the style of the ancient Moche, after which we return to Trujillo.
Departs: at around 9:40am at your accommodation or other central place in the city centre of Trujillo.
Returns: at around 6:00pm at your accommodation or other central place in the city centre of Trujillo.

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.

Good to Know

Leaving: Tuesday through Sunday
Transport: Tourist bus
Duration: ca. 8h
Price: Contact us
Others: Please note that all itineraries are subject to change. All public museums are closed on Mondays in northern Peru.

Price & Inclusions

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Included
	Pick-up at your accommodation and return
	Transfer to all visited sites
	Entrance to all visited sites
	Professional guide (English / Spanish)


Not Included
	Meals
	Tip for your guide

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