Trujillo: Culture and Gastronomy
ID: GYG600756-1010133
Category:
Country: Peru
Country: Peru
Duration: 04:00 hours
Description
Live this incredible tour that combines the best of the culture and gastronomy of Trujillo. Get to know the capital of Chimus, Chan Chan and discover the secrets of preparing Pisco Sour and Ceviche.
We begin our tour with Chan Chan, ancient capital of the Chimú culture and known as the largest city in the pre-Hispanic world. The city is composed of palaces, religious temples, production and housing areas. During our visit we will visit the palace called Nik An, which is the only one that has been restored.
During the tour we will visit its ceremonial plazas, small altars, patios, a ceremonial well and finally the funerary platform where the Chimú king was buried; Many of these sectors are decorated with beautiful reliefs of waves, cormorants, pelicans, fish, rhombuses and other geometric figures and designs in general inspired by the sea.
Next, we will go to the Huanchaco beach where we will learn the secrets of preparing the most representative dish and drink of Peru (Ceviche and Pisco Sour).
An expert bartender will show us how to prepare this delicious Peruvian cocktail called Pisco Sour. Next, the restaurant's chef will teach us the secrets of preparing a delicious ceviche which has been recognized as the most traditional dish in Peru. Includes tasting.
After tasting the ceviche we go to the Huanchaco market to learn about the vegetables, fruits and typical products of Peru and learn about life in a local market.
Finally we tour Huanchaco beach to observe the boats known as "caballitos de totora" that are used for daily fishing to this day. We will learn how they are made and how they are used to this day.
Free time to walk on the beach.
We begin our tour with Chan Chan, ancient capital of the Chimú culture and known as the largest city in the pre-Hispanic world. The city is composed of palaces, religious temples, production and housing areas. During our visit we will visit the palace called Nik An, which is the only one that has been restored.
During the tour we will visit its ceremonial plazas, small altars, patios, a ceremonial well and finally the funerary platform where the Chimú king was buried; Many of these sectors are decorated with beautiful reliefs of waves, cormorants, pelicans, fish, rhombuses and other geometric figures and designs in general inspired by the sea.
Next, we will go to the Huanchaco beach where we will learn the secrets of preparing the most representative dish and drink of Peru (Ceviche and Pisco Sour).
An expert bartender will show us how to prepare this delicious Peruvian cocktail called Pisco Sour. Next, the restaurant's chef will teach us the secrets of preparing a delicious ceviche which has been recognized as the most traditional dish in Peru. Includes tasting.
After tasting the ceviche we go to the Huanchaco market to learn about the vegetables, fruits and typical products of Peru and learn about life in a local market.
Finally we tour Huanchaco beach to observe the boats known as "caballitos de totora" that are used for daily fishing to this day. We will learn how they are made and how they are used to this day.
Free time to walk on the beach.
Highlights
- Visit of Chan Chan and Nik An Palace
- Demonstration of the preparation of Ceviche and Pisco Sour
- View of the Huanchaco market, get to know the local fruits and vegetables
- Walk along the beach to see the old boats called "caballitos de totora"
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
This tour involves a 2-hour hike, so a moderate level of fitness is required.
Children 10 years old and younger must be accompanied by 2 paying adults.
This activity is suitable for all ages.
You must be able to walk on unpaved or uneven terrain.
At least 2 people are needed to carry out this activity.
Children 1 year old or younger do not pay.
Rates for holidays: January 1, Easter, May 1, July 28 and 29, December 24, 25 and 31.
Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Children 10 years old and younger must be accompanied by 2 paying adults.
This activity is suitable for all ages.
You must be able to walk on unpaved or uneven terrain.
At least 2 people are needed to carry out this activity.
Children 1 year old or younger do not pay.
Rates for holidays: January 1, Easter, May 1, July 28 and 29, December 24, 25 and 31.
Hotel pick-up and drop-off
INCLUDED
NOT INCLUDED
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.