This half-day tour will begin at the Chan Chan, the world’s largest adobe city and former capital of the Chimu empire, who flourished from 900 AD until their defeat by the Inca in 1470. The desert-like conditions of this area of the Moche Valley means the city is remarkably well-preserved and you will have a full tour of the site with your expert guide. Next stop is Huanchaco, a somewhat ramshackle seaside town 12 kilometres outside Trujillo but a great place to see the traditional reed boats that date back to the Moche era. They are still constructed and used by the locals here in a manner unchanged for many hundreds of years. Your final visit is to Huaca del Dragon (the ‘Dragon Temple’), a pre-Inca site best-known for the elaborate carvings and friezes etched into its adobe wall.
We offer tailor-made holidays to suit a wide range of tastes. Our experts Dawn and Louise are dedicated to all things Peru and are here to help you plan your perfect trip.
Dawn loves Peru. The history, biodiversity and bold landscapes – all of it. She’s hiked with purpose, met incredible communities and explored far beyond the guidebooks, and she’s ready to help you do the same.
Peru combines so many of Lou’s favourite things – mountains, history and colourful local culture. She’s hiked its trails, explored its markets and knows how to build a trip that really connects you to everything that makes the country so special.
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