Chankillo & Cerro Sechín Excursion
Options
When you make your reservation you can choose one of the following tours. In both cases, the pickup at 8 am at your hotel in Casma, transportation, an English-speaking guide, entrance fees, as well as the return transfer are all included.
Chankillo & Cerro Sechín Tour (7 hours)
If you choose this option, we'll go first to the archaeological site of Chankillo, where we'll visit the location of the Thirteen Towers, considered the oldest astronomical complex in America. Due to the exceptional cultural value of this enclave, in July 2021 it was included in the list of World Heritage Sites.
During the tour, we'll also admire the ancient fortified temple of Chankillo, which archaeologists believe was built between 257 and 201 B.C. After learning about the history of this sacred place, we'll visit the carob tree forest next to the complex and head to a local restaurant where you'll have an hour for lunch on your own.
After lunch, we'll go to Cerro Sechín to visit its 4,000-year-old archaeological complex. We'll observe its various lithographic engravings in detail and visit the Max Uhle Museum, where we'll see the different pieces found on the site.
Chankillo, Cerro Sechín & Las Aldas Tour (8 hours)
For this route, we'll follow the same itinerary described in the previous section, minus the visit to the carob forest of Chankillo. In addition, after visiting Cerro Sechín and its Max Uhle Museum, we'll move towards the coast to visit the archaeological site of Las Aldas.
At the site of Las Aldas, we'll learn about the origins of this ceremonial, administrative and scientific center, which dates from between 1925 and 1410 BC.
More Information
Duration
7 hours - 8 hours.
Language
The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English and Spanish.
Included
Hotel pickup and return transfer
Transportation by minibus or bus
English–speaking guide
Entrance fees
Not included
Lunch
When to book?
You can book up until 24 hours before the activity as long as there are still places. Book now to guarantee your spot.
Ticket
You don’t need to print any tickets or receipts for this activity. The organizer will have a list with the people who have signed up, so all you have to do is give your name.
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible.
Sustainability
All services published on Civitatis are carried out in accordance with our Sustainability Code.
Our providers commit to:
- Provide a safe and satisfying experience.
- Reduce, reuse, recycle.
- Incorporate eco-conscious technologies.
- Uphold fair employment standards.
- Foster the growth of local communities.
- Preserve the integrity of local culture.
- Safeguard both cultural and environmental heritage.
- Ensure ethical treatment of animals.
- Operate with honesty and transparency.
- Encourage sustainable behaviors among customers and staff.
This particular activity contributes as follows:
- Printed material is avoided.
- No single-use plastics are used.
- The activity helps the conservation of biodiversity.
- The activity helps the dissemination of local cultural heritage.
- Promotes local employment.
- Has a gender equality policy.
Provider
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Akela Tours
Corporate name: SUAREZ UBILLUS MARIA ISABEL MONICA
Pets
Not permitted.
Frequently asked questions
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Q - Why do this activity with Civitatis?
A - At Civitatis we guarantee the best quality and prices, click here if you want to know how we select our activities.
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Q - How to book?
A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.
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Q - Is a minimum number of participants required?
A - This activity requires a minimum of 2 participants. Should this number not be reached, we'll get in touch with you to offer alternatives.
If you have any other questions please contact us.
