Private Arica and Ancient Cultures Tour

Receive a morning pickup from the Arica port or from local hotels. Over the course of the day you’ll enjoy visits to a variety of natural, archaeological, and cultural sites in and around the Azapa and Lluta Valleys. Check out the unique wildlife area found at the mouth of the “Rio Llluta” before exploring some historic geoglyphs and the Colcas de Huaylacan site. After visiting the town of Poconchile, you’ll continue to the Archaeological Museum San Miguel de Azapa, allowing you time to delve more deeply into the region’s Chincherro culture. You’ll also see the Cerro Sombrero archaeological site, visit the agricultural market ASOAGRO and enjoy scenic viewpoints from the “Morro de Arica” scenic overlook. At the end of the excursion you’ll be transferred back to your hotel or to the port. For a full run-down of the day’s planned itinerary, please review the details below.

This tour is designed for lovers of tangible and intangible cultural heritage, providing a dynamic way to know the Azapa and Lluta Valley, the coastline and the various cultural influences that settled for thousands of years in the city of Arica. Do not forget to bring a camera, sunglasses, hat and sunscreen. We will make a circuit to know the cultural heritage and various historical attractions of over 5000 years within the city of Arica. In addition, we visit an archaeological sample of the Chinchorro Culture Mummies and the story of the first inhabitants who managed to adapt and thrive in the desert. This tour is designed for lovers of tangible and intangible cultural heritage, providing a dynamic way to know the Azapa and Lluta Valley, the coastline and the various cultural influences that settled for thousands of years in the city of Arica.

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
At time of booking, cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
Not wheelchair accessible
Most travelers can participate
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate