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Chavín de Huántar Full-Day Cultural Tour from Huaraz

By Machupicchu Holiday
Free cancellation available
Price is RM 178 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 8h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages

Overview

Uncover the mysteries of Peru's ancient civilizations on this full-day cultural journey to Chavín de Huántar. Begin your adventure with a scenic stop at Querococha Lake, then ascend to the Cahuish Pass before descending through the stunning Conchucos Valley. Spend approximately two hours exploring the Chavín de Huántar Archaeological Complex, with its fascinating underground galleries and ceremonial plazas. The tour wraps up with a visit to the National Museum of Chavín, where you’ll see significant artifacts from this historic site. This immersive experience offers a deep dive into the rich history that shaped the Andean region.

Activity location

  • Chavin De Huantar
    • Huari, Peru

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Chavin De Huantar
    • Huari, Peru

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Chavín de Huántar Full-Day Cultural Tour from Huaraz
  • Activity duration is 8 hours8h
    8h
  • English

Pickup included

Starting time: 8:00
Price details
RM 178.01 x 1 AdultRM 178.01
Total
Price is RM 178.01

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Professional tour guide.
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Basic first-aid kit.
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Tourist transportation
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Meals (the group typically has lunch at a restaurant in Chavín).
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Drinks, personal expenses, and tips.
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Entrance fees to the archaeological site and museum (15 soles per person).

Know before you book

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Chavin De Huantar

  • 6h
  • Admission ticket not included
Huaraz – Querococha Lake – Chavín Monument / Museum This tour takes you to one of Peru’s most important archaeological sites, Chavín de Huántar, declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Chavín was one of the earliest civilizations in Peru and the first major religious and ceremonial center in the Andes. The journey begins by traveling through the southern towns of Recuay, Ticapampa, and Catac, before heading east into the Cordillera Blanca. We make a 20-minute stop at Querococha Lake (3,900 m) to enjoy the views and take photos. The route then continues up to the Cahuish Pass/Tunnel, crossing over into the Conchucos Valley. After a long and winding descent, we arrive in the town of Chavín.

Chavin de Huantar

  • 2h
Here, we visit the impressive Chavín Archaeological Complex, including the Square Plaza, Circular Plaza, El Castillo, the underground labyrinths, and the iconic Lanzón. The tour also includes a visit to the Chavín Museum, located 1 km from town, where you’ll learn about the development, phases, and significance of this early high-Andean culture. After lunch in Chavín and a short walk through the town, we return to Huaraz along the same route.

Location

Activity location

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    Chavin De Huantar
    • Huari, Peru

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Chavin De Huantar
    • Huari, Peru

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