From Huaraz ||Chavin de huantar/museum/ lagoon of querococha
ID: GYG557016-956714
Category:
Country: Peru
Duration:
1 days
Description
Between the Peruvian rivers Huachecsa and Mosna lies a magical place full of mystery. You will visit Chavin de Huantar on this excursion from Huaraz and learn about its history.
Itinerary
At 9:30 a.m. we will pick you up at your hotel in Huaraz and board a minibus to head towards Chavín de Huántar, two hours away.
On the way we will stop at the Querococha Lagoon to enjoy the scenery - you will love it! Afterwards, we will continue with the excursion until we reach the archaeological site of Chavín de Huántar.
Once there, we will visit all the vestiges left by this culture. Did you know that the priests took psychotropic substances to be closer to the gods? We will discover this and more curiosities! We will also see the Tello Obelisk, the Portico of the Falconides and the sunken circular plaza.
In addition, we will learn to which gods the Chavin entrusted themselves and what their customs were. After the visit you will have free time in the village to have lunch on your own around 2:00 pm. With our strength restored, we will head to the Chavín National Museum, where we will continue to delve into the myths, legends and enigmas of Chavín de Huántar, which will surprise you!
At 18:30 we will be back in Huaraz.
Highlights
- Las Cabezas Clavas show Chavín mythical beings
- Chavín was the administrative and religious center.
- In the tour you will know one of the attractions of the Callejón de Conchucos.
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Pick up is from the hotel as long as it is located near the main square of Huaraz, in case of not being in the pick up area, we will indicate a pick up point nearby.
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
Cancellation is not possible. If you cancel it anyway or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity and the money you paid will not be refunded.
