Private Tour of Ancient Lima Huacas
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Private Tour of Ancient Lima Huacas

3h30
Private
About this activity
Erupting out of the busy metropolitan city of Lima, Peru, Huaca Pucllana and Huaca Huallamarca are two of several ancient huacas that dot the cityscape. These huacas have avoided urban sprawl, reminding Peruvians of their heritage every day. Let your guide escort you from your hotel on a narrated exploration of these pyramid-like structures that date back to 200 BC.
Climb to the top of Huaca Pucllana for a stunning view of Lima, or grab a snack at the ruin’s restaurant, which boasts amazing views of the temple from almost every seat. Constructed around 500 AD, Huaca Pucllana still undergoes excavation, with archaeologists uncovering artifacts and unearthing grave sites regularly.
At Huaca Huallamarca, an oracle center in operation for 1,200 years until the Spanish Conquest, you can dive into the rich history at the ruin’s museum. In the 1950s, dozens of well-preserved mummies were excavated, and some are now on display in the museum.
Upon completion of the tour, you’ll have a better understanding of the unknown 'Lima culture' civilization that helped shape present-day Lima.
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Included
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Private tour
  • Entry/Admission - Huaca Pucllana
  • Entry/Admission - Huaca Huallamarca
Not included
  • Gratuities
Additional
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 2 days of travel. In this case confirmation will be received within 48 hours, subject to availability
  • It is important to inform us the name of the hotel where you are staying in order to coordinate your activity
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult.
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Infants must sit on laps
  • Most travelers can participate
  • Rates do not apply for Peruvians or foreign passengers who stay in Peru for more than 60 days because sales taxes are not included in the above total and, if applicable, will be collected by the local operator.
Features
Tourism
95%
Cultural
80%
Reviews
4.3
11
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Korri J
4 | 2018-08-12

We had reasonable time to see 2 historical sites that were completely different. It was worth visiting.

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LEEANN R
5 | 2017-09-13

We loved our private tour - highly recommended

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Shirley A S
5 | 2017-08-15

If you only have a day or two in Lima, are interested in culture and history, I highly recommend this tour. We visited two Lima sites: Ancient Lima Huacas and Museo de Sitio Hullamarca one afternoon. Antonio our guide, was very knowledgeable and patiently answered all our questions. I would recommend ending at Huacas as there is a lovely restaurant, La Huaca Pucllana, located where ancient local Peruvian homes once existed. In the evening the Huaca site is illuminated and contributes to a very romantic evening. We had drinks and a small plate tasting. Dinner reservations are highly recommended. The manager, Bryan, took the time to explain the different options of Pisco to us and we enjoyed local 'cuey' and 'causa'.

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gatorcane
1 | 2017-03-13

Guide paid a little more attention to my wife. It was awkward.

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Janice S
5 | 2016-11-08

The tour was very good. Collected from our hotel and take to two ancient Huacas within Lima. We did find out we could have walked to one of the sites but the individual guide information was really good, so worth it.

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Rajen B
5 | 2015-06-23

Very good tour and tour guide.

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