About this experience
Enjoy a privileged small group experience while discovering one of the main ceremonial centers of ancient Peru. Tour the Site Museum of the Pachacamac Archaeological Sanctuary and admire its impressive vestiges, such as the renowned Temple of the Sun, from where you get magnificent views of the Lurin Valley and the Pacific Ocean.
Hand in hand with a professional guide, you will explore the history, cultural legacy and spiritual relevance of this ancient shrine, considered for centuries as an important pilgrimage destination on the Peruvian coast.
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
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What is included
- Pick up from your hotel in specific districts and areas in Miraflores, San Isidro and Barranco.
- Expert Tourist Guide at the Archaeological Sanctuary of Pachacamac
- Tickets at the Archaeological Sanctuary of Pachacamac
Not included
- Meals
Itinerary and highlights
We begin your adventure by picking up each traveler from your hotel or Airbnb at 9:00 a.m., based on our pickup points (a day early we will confirm the pickup time based on your hotel location). MIRAFLORES - PACHACAMAC. Then, we will travel south of Lima by private tourist transport (approximately 1 hour).
Discover the fascinating Site Museum of Pachacamac, located inside the Archaeological Sanctuary. On display here are more than 290 original pieces of ceramics, wood and textiles, carefully preserved to reveal the greatness of the ancient civilizations that inhabited this sacred place. Among its most outstanding treasures is the imposing Idol of Pachacamac, a sculpture revered for centuries by the pre-Hispanic peoples of Peru.
Explore the impressive Archaeological Sanctuary of Pachacamac, one of the most important ceremonial centers on the Peruvian coast. This ancient pre-Inca and Inca complex is composed of temples, pyramids and sacred streets built with adobe and stone.
After touring the temples and pyramids, we will ascend to the highest part of the archaeological complex, where the majestic Temple of the Sun is located. From this privileged point, visitors can enjoy a spectacular view of the Lurin Valley and the Pacific Ocean, a perfect setting to appreciate the magnitude of the sanctuary and take unforgettable photographs. This place, full of history and ancestral energy, invites you to connect with the deep spirituality of ancient Andean cultures.
Meeting and pickup information
- We pick up all travelers at hotels and Airbnb in the Miraflores, San Isidro and Barranco districts. In case your location is different please consult.
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Marbelia Tours Peru
Accessibility and practical details
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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