• From Huaraz ||Chavin de huantar/museum/querococha lagoon
  • From Huaraz ||Chavin de huantar/museum/querococha lagoon
  • From Huaraz ||Chavin de huantar/museum/querococha lagoon
  • From Huaraz ||Chavin de huantar/museum/querococha lagoon

From Huaraz ||Chavin de huantar/museum/querococha lagoon

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ID: GYG827281-1313876
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Country: Peru

Duration: 1 days


Description

Between the Peruvian rivers Huachecsa and Mosna lies a magical place full of mystery. You will visit Chavín de Huantar on this excursion from Huaraz and learn about its history.
Itinerary
At 9:30 a.m. we will pick you up at the coordinated point in Huaraz and we will board a minibus to go to Chavín de Huántar, two hours away.

Along the way we will stop at the Querococha Lagoon to enjoy the landscape, 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 Falcons and the sunken circular plaza.

In addition, we will learn which gods the Chavín prayed to and what their customs were. After the visit, you will have free time in the town to have lunch on your own at around 2:00 p.m. 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 6:30 p.m. 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

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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.