Palpa Archaeological Tour
Palpa Archaeological Tour
We'll pick you up from your hotel in Ica at 7 am to start this archaeological route through the Palpa Valley, a place with more than 5000 years of history.
Our first stop will be at the Huarango Milenario, a tree over 1000 years old. Next, we'll go to the district of Rio Grande to admire the Perfil del Inca, a rock at the foot of the Andes whose shape will surprise you.
We'll continue the tour approaching the town of Palpa, and before arriving we'll see the so-called Solar Clock, a set of lines and geoglyphs of mysterious meaning. Afterwards, we'll enter Palpa and visit its main square and the Museum of Palpa, which exhibits a great variety of archaeological pieces found in the pre-Inca settlements of the valley.
After visiting Palpa, we'll drive east to discover the petroglyphs of Chichictara and the geoglyphs of the Paracas Royal Family. These are enigmatic geometric drawings dating back thousands of years and are comparable to the famous Nazca lines.
The last stop of our archaeological tour of Palpa will be at the La Máquina spring, which was created by a geological fault and divides the hills of the valley. Here we'll leave you free time for a swim and to have lunch on your own in one of the restaurants.
Finally, we'll return to Ica, where we'll arrive between 5 pm and 6 pm.
More Information
Duration
10 - 11h.
Language
The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English and Spanish.
Included
Pickup at the hotel
Transport by bus or minibus
English–speaking guide
Not included
Lunch
Admission: S/ 16 (US$ 4.20) per person
When to book?
You can book up until 48 hours before the activity as long as there are still places. Book now to guarantee your spot.
Type of voucher
Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.
Sustainability
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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:
- No printing of documentation required.
Provider
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Peru Your Trip
Corporate name: COMFORT TRIP S.A.C
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.
