Temple of Pachacamac Half-Day Tour from Lima

Highlights

  • Explore the compound’s key sites like the Sun Temple and the Moon Temple

  • Discover ancient murals depicting life for Moche and Huari civilizations

  • Hassle-free round-trip transport from Miraflores or San Isidro in Lima

Summary

Begin your half-day tour with a morning pickup at your accommodation in the Miraflores or San Isidro neighborhood of Lima. Board your air-conditioned minivan and, with your guide sharing history and information along the way, take the scenic coastal route to Pachacamac, a perfectly preserved religious compound with evidence of human habitation dating back to AD 200. On arrival at Pachacamac, explore the archaeological site and admire the Sun Temple, Moon Temple, and other features. Learn how 50 million sundried bricks were used in the temples’ construction, admire colorful murals uncovered by archaeologists over the years, gain insight into life in this part of the world thousands of years ago, and hear about the ancient Moche and Huari people who once called Pachacamac home. After your in-depth tour of the Pachacamac temple complex, return in comfort to your starting point in Lima, where your tour ends.

Tour info

Duration
3 hours 30 minutes
Group Size
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Why take this tour?

Considered among the most important sites of interest in the countryside outside Lima, Pachacamac boasts a hidden history dating back to AD 200. On this half-day sightseeing tour with entrance fees and round-trip travel from Lima included, reach the temple complex in comfort by air-conditioned minivan. Explore with your informative guide, admire colorful murals in the Sun Temple, and gain insight into thousands of years of South American civilization.

What’s included?

  • Local guide

  • Hotel pickup and drop off

  • Entrace fee to Temple of Pachacamac

  • Entry/Admission - Pachacamac

  • Gratuities

Things to know

Before you book

  • Duration: 3h 30m

  • Mobile tickets accepted

  • Instant confirmation

Covid Policy

  • Regular temperature checks for staff
  • Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
  • Guides required to regularly wash hands

We suggest arriving in Peru with antibacterial gel for personal use.

Cancellation Policy

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Operated by:

Viajes Pacifico

About operator:

If you’re visiting Lima for the first time, orient yourself in Peru’s chaotic capital city with ease on a sightseeing tour that’s designed with first-time visitors in mind. As well as benefiting from the insider knowledge of a guide, you are transported between Lima’s top attractions in air-conditioned comfort.

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