What You Will Do
Let yourself be surprised with this beautiful trip to ancient Perú. Together we will discover the most important oracle during “Inkas” time. This impressive archeological site is still considered a sacred place for many local natives. The name Pachacamac is Inka/Quechua and means “Hearth’s Creator”. In the past, everybody wanted to come to Pachacamac to visit and say "thank you" to the creator (Pachacamac) for receiving a good harvest, climate, water source, etc, and also to get answers to their questions. Pachacamac was also the place for high-level studies of astronomy, and architecture, also a place for ancient rituals and Human sacrifices as payments to Mother Earth; natives celebrated large festivities in honor of the gods. Come and immerse yourself in the ancient culture of Pachacamac!
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Itinerary
1
Carretera Panamericana Sur
the adventure and exploration start for sure once we pick you up from your accomodation because we will take you through different local roads, streets and avenues that shows the colors and vibrant atmosphere of our Lima city, you will see faces, people, street vendors, smell the fragance of the gardens, food and flowers plus will feel "the hug" of this 12 million people city- Getting closer to Pachacamac we will also drive to the longest International highway on the planet which is "the Panamerican highway" so impressive the sunddunes you will see in bothsides, the colorful shantytowns and local architecture will give a RIGHT idea about the real Lima...we think this will be a learning experience too, be ready!
2
Museo de Sitio y Santuario Arqueologico de Pachacamac
3 hours
Let's travel back in time and visit the most important sacred sanctuary in the central coast of southamerica. Admire its colossal size and be amazed with the panoramic view of their ancient pyramids, fresh breze of the pacific ocean and the green valley below.
It takes about 1 hour to get to Pachacamac, it is an archaeological complex that is a pre-Columbian citadel with adobe and stone palaces, and pyramidal temples. It is located about 31 km southeast of the city center.
We recommend a visit to Pachacamac first, as an introduction to the Inka culture before going to Cusco and Machu Picchu. You will better understand the Inca tradition!
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