From Chachapoyas: Kuelap Fortress and Cable Car Tour
ID: GYG861810-1359278
Category:
Country: Peru
Duration:
09:00 hours
Description
Discover the ancient city of Kuelap on a guided tour from Chachapoyas. Ride a cable car to the top of the Andes to reach the fortress and explore the site with a guide.
Discover the ancient city of Kuélap on a guided tour from Chachapoyas. Take a cable car to the mountaintop city and explore its circular buildings and narrow passageways.
Start with pickup from your hotel in Chachapoyas and head south to Nuevo Tingo. Take a cable car to the mountaintop city of Kuélap, located in the Andes Mountains. Admire the 20-meter-high stone wall surrounded by cliffs and jungle as you ascend.
Arrive at the mountaintop and explore the ancient city. Wander through the narrow passageways and admire the circular buildings. See the Torreón, the Tintero, and the Castillo. Learn about the history of the site and why it is considered the largest archaeological monument of the pre-Inca civilizations in Peru.
Stop for lunch at a local restaurant before descending back to Nuevo Tingo. Return to Chachapoyas and get dropped off at your hotel.
Highlights
- Admire the 20-meter-high stone wall of the Kuelap Fortress
- Explore the ancient city of Kuelap, a pre-Incan archaeological site
- Take a cable car ride to the top of the Andes to reach Kuelap
- See the Torreon, Tintero, and Castillo, the fortress's main structures
- Enjoy a delicious lunch at a local restaurant in Nuevo Tingo
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The tour starts at 8:20 AM and ends at approximately 5:30 PM.
A moderate amount of walking is involved.
The cable car ride offers stunning views of the Andes, be prepared for heights.
Wear comfortable walking shoes and bring warm clothing as the weather can be cool.
Don't forget to bring your camera to capture the breathtaking scenery.
Lunch will be provided, but it's recommended to bring water and snacks for the journey.
Hotel pickup and drop-off are included; please provide your hotel details when booking.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
