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We will visit one of the most important ceremonial centers on the South Coast of Lima, the Sanctuary of Pachacamac, which was the most important Pilgrimage Center of the Inca period. Pachacamac was the God of Earthquakes, many offerings were discovered in this temple, in the place we will find archaeological evidence of the pre-Inca – Inca era. This group of buildings is located in the middle of the desert and facing the sea. Temples like the Acllahuasi; the Old Temple and the Temple of the Sun will allow us to know the pre-Hispanic architecture.

Join a half-day tour to the famous Pachacamac Temple, located only a short distance from Lima. Built by different leaders throughout the centuries and between the years 200 and 1450 AD, this religious compound is made entirely out of clay and houses the giant pyramids of the sun and moon. This comprehensive sightseeing tour will give you an insight on the culture, history and architecture of both the Inca and pre-Inca people.

Discover the magic of the archaeological site of Pachacamac, one of the most ancient sites located in Lima.  You will visit its main temples and private museum. You can also get some handmade ceramics and souvenirs from local people . Later on you will go to Barranco district and admire the views of the Pacific Ocean. You will also have the opportunity to make a "wish", hold your breath and cross the "Bridge of Sighs." For this private tour, you will be picked up by a private car and a certified tour guide, so you can enjoy all the magic of Lima City and Pachacamac sanctuary with a complete explanation of History, art and Folklore. Take all the time you need since this is a private tour with only your family or friends.

Let yourself be surprised with this beautiful trip to ancient Perú. We will discover the most important oracle during “Incas” time. This impressive archeological site is still considered a sacred place for many local natives. 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, 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!

Begin the tour in Barranco, Lima’s most bohemian suburb. We will see Barranco’s Central Park, its Municipal Library, the traditional Bridge of Sighs, the colonial homes and its famous boulevard. Next, we will drive down the South Pacific Coast Highway to Pachacamac, the most important ceremonial center in the Peruvian coast during pre-Inca and Inca times. Throughout the centuries Pachacamac was occupied by many different Andean civilizations such as the Lima’s, the Wari’s, the Ichma’s and finally by the Inca Empire. However, the Pachacamac Oracle always remained a religious center. We will see several pyramidal temples and enclosures from different time periods: the Adobitos & Old Temple (I C. A.D.), the painted Temple (VIII C. A.D.), a pyramid with a ramp (XIII C. A.D) & the Temple of the Sun (XV C. A.D.). Besides the ruins we will also visit an on-site museum displaying pottery, textiles, shell and stone ornaments, as well as the wooden Pachacamac idol found during excavations (1938)

We will visit the most important religious complex of the Inca Empire "PACHACAMAC" (4hours). We will travel through time and be amazed by the size of the Arqueological complex, the green valleys in the middle of the desert and the beautiful scenery of the Pacific Ocean. We will know "The Temple of the Sun", "The Painted Temple" and "The Acllawasi" let’s contemplate a beautiful landscape in the Lurín valley.“ PACHACAMAC” comes from a Quechua word that means "creator of the earth". It’s recommend visiting Pachacamac before going to Cusco and Machu Picchu, as an introduction to the Inca culture, so you will better understand the Inca traditions, engineering, customs and religion. This will be a great experience. BY THE WAY THE 10 % OF YOUR MONEY, OF ANY TOUR THAT YOU TAKE WITH US, GO ES TO HELP TRADITIONAL COMMUNITIES IN LIMA – HUAYCAN.

Get a different experience on your stay in Lima, visiting the archaeological site of Pachacamac and the surrounding districts of Barranco and Chorrillos during this 4-hour tour. Discover the fantastic views and history of this site, visiting its museum and main temples. Get refreshed with a snack and cold drink on board while your tour guide explains you the important facts that occurred in this place.

Our tours are distinguished by the character personalized of the service, based on friendly, cordial and sincere attention from the guides and the skills of the drivers to get rid of the traffic of the City. Achieving a VIP experience at the best price.

Our tours are distinguished by the personalized nature of the service, based on friendly, cordial and sincere attention from the guides and the skills of the drivers to get rid of the traffic of the City. Achieving a VIP experience at the best price.

Enjoy a traditional equestrian show in which we will get to know the Peruvian horse in passing, the best chair horse in the world. In addition, you will know the ruins of Pachacamac and life in ancient Andean civilizations.

• We have daily departures from Tuesday to Sunday . You will not have to worry about anything as you will be picked up from your hotel or ARBNB. You won’t have to carry cash as all income is covered in our service. We are the only tour operator that includes this destination departing from the city of Lima.

Small Group Shore Excursion for maximum 12 people. You will visit the center of the most famous oracle of the Andean world at that time. The site is composed by temples, streets, pyramids and cemeteries.

A drive along the Pan-American Highway with its views across the beautiful Pacific beaches will take you years back. Visit to the pre-Inca ruins of Pachacamac considered by many to be the most important archaeological site near Lima. Four hundred years before the Incas, the Ishmay culture developed a major ceremonial center, featuring streets, dozens of temples fitted with ramps and the Painted Temple

Discover the history of Peru, starting from the pre-Columbian period by visiting “Pachacamac” inca remains. Then, visit the historical center of Lima to see its beautiful old colonial buildings. Pachacamac, The San Martin Square, The Plaza de Armas, The Cathedral, The City Hall, the Presidential Palace, San Francisco Monastery Museum, Catacombs and more! Book it now! Do not miss it!

In this tour we travel more than 1800 years of history. Pachacamac was a very important oracle during “Inkas” time but unbelievable until now too for few local natives. The name Pachacamac is Inka/Quechua and means “Earth’s Creator” it is also called the Rome of the andes. We begin our tour in the bohemian district of Barranco, we will walk to the traditional Bridge of Sighs, where will see and Ancient chapel called la “Ermita” visit the new art on its streets and learn more about our culture, we will appreciate the heroic district of Chorrillos and visit the “Pantanos de Villa” a natural reserve, later we will start the tour with the ceremonial center of Pachacamac Highlights: Huge Pyramids built in mud brick, Inka trails, Inka Palace, Green Valley which is the last valley of Lima city, Walking tour to the Sun Temple pyramid, Impressive Ocean view and foothill of the Andes. You will also see part of the Inka underground aqueducts, your local tour guide.

The entire tourist tour is with headphones and radio guide equipment so that our tourists do not miss the narration of the guides during the tour. Making this guided tour more personalized. Being the only travel agency in Lima – Peru that has this guiding service. Pachacamac is the most important archaeological complex in Lima, our tourist tour is carried out from start to finish with headphones to have a better narration from the tour guide. On this tour you can appreciate the original items found in the area that are exhibited in the site museum. We appreciate temples, pyramids, streets, walls and other pre-Inca and Inca buildings.

Our guided tour to Pachacamac will take you to explore the enigmatic archaeological site, to discover the mysteries that are kept in this sanctuary, that belonged to one of the most impressive civilizations in South America. We will enjoy a tour around the bohemian district of Barranco before reaching the Pachacamac ruins, and admire the temple of the sun and the moon with amazing views of the Pacific Ocean. This tour is perfect for those who want to learn about the culture, history and architecture of a Pre-Columbian culture.

Discover with us the largest pilgrimage center in all of South America in the 16th century. Located in the Lurín Valley, it is a place considered sacred since the most important god of the coast, Pachacamac, was worshipped here. We will visit, among other places, the Acllawasi or house of the chosen women and the Temple of the Sun. Both places were built during the Inca era. This place had tremendous importance since it was the seat of several pre-Inca cultures as well as the Inca culture itself. Finally, we will visit the on-site museum where we will find ceramics, textiles, among other archaeological evidence.

Visit the citadel of Pachacamac, the Rome of the Andes, its temples, streets, pyramids and cemeteries. The headquarters of the most famous oracle in the Andean world at that time, where men from all corners of the Tawantinsuyo empire arrived on a pilgrimage to inquire about their destiny and the destiny of their peoples. Thus they could know the future of important battles and about possible droughts and cataclysms. We offer: Shared service BUT in one language (English or Spanish) Groups of maximum 16 people. Excursions with headphones in Lima and Cusco: explanation of the guide + audios with stories, effects and music.

Come with us and discover the major Pre-Hispanic ceremonial center on the Pacific Coast of America, including a museum too! It has places of pilgrimage for worshiping and consulting the oracle of Pachacamac, who was “The Lord of the World”. The temple is totally built in adobe (mud bricks) and you will see all its temples including Adobito’s Temple, Templo with ramp, Taurichumbi Palace, Pachacamac Palace, Temple of the Sun, Philigrims Square and Acllahuasi.