Peru, Moche route and art collection

9 days / 8 nights

Lima (1) - Trujillo (2) – Chiclayo (3) – Cusco (4)

Day 1: Lima.
Upon your arrival in Lima, a transportation service will transfer you from the airport to your hotel.
Accommodation in Lima.
Meals: None.

Day 2: Lima – HD Larco Herrera Museum & Barranco.
Discover the impressive treasures of ancient Peru on an unforgettable visit to the Larco Museum, considered one of the finest museums in Latin America and a must-visit according to travel editors and experts. Surrounded by beautiful gardens and set in a colonial-style mansion, it showcases the most remarkable collection of pre-Columbian gold and silver in Peru; along with its famous collection of erotic ceramics. Afterwards, take a stroll through one of Lima’s most beautiful, artistic, and bohemian neighborhoods, Barranco. Here, you will encounter the famous Bridge of Sighs, built in 1876, a romantic and traditional spot. Return to the hotel.
Accommodation in Lima.
Meals: Breakfast.

Day 3: Lima / Trujillo: Huaca Dragón – Chan Chan – Huanchaco.
Arrival in the city of Trujillo. Assistance and transfer to the hotel.
In the afternoon, take an interesting tour of the most important archaeological sites in Trujillo and end this adventure in the peaceful and traditional Huanchaco spa. Start your excursion by visiting the Temple of the Rainbow or Huaca El Dragon, belonging to the Chimú culture; Get to know the Chan Chan site museum and admire the Archaeological Complex of the same name, of approximately 18 km2 where the Tschudi Palace stands out, one of the best-preserved areas of the complex. Finally appreciate a wonderful view of the Peruvian sea from the traditional resort of Huanchaco, an ancient fishing cove where we can see their typical boats called Caballitos de Totora.
Accommodation Trujillo.
Meals: Breakfast and Lunch.

Day 4: Trujillo – Archeological Complex El Brujo & Museum Cao/Chiclayo.
Be amazed by the archaeological wealth of Trujillo, go through extensive fields of sugar cane until you reach the El Brujo Archaeological Complex, an important Mochica site made up of 3 Huacas: Cao, Partida and Prieta. Appreciate these imposing constructions and admire magnificent polychrome paintings found within the walls of these Huacas. Finally visit the Museum of the Lady of Cao, a mummy belonging to an ancient Mochica governor and whose discovery eradicated the idea that only men ruled in this ancient empire.
At the coordinated time transfer to the station to board the bus to the city of Chiclayo, upon arrival assistance and transfer to the hotel.
Accommodation in Chiclayo.
Meals: Breakfast.

Day 5: Chiclayo – Day 3: Chiclayo: Royal Tombs Museum (Señor de Sipán) & Huaca Rajada.
In the morning visit the magnificent Museum of Royal Tombs of the Lord of Sipán, a modern pyramid-shaped building that houses true jewels of Mochica art and which houses the remains of the ancient dignitary of Sipán. On the first floor is the reconstruction of the main tomb, accompanied by the true skeletal remains. On the second floor the ornaments of the Lord of Sipán are exhibited in gold, silver and copper and on the third floor there is the first piece of gold, a rattle with the representation of the god Aia Apaec.
Later, visit the spectacular complex of Huaca Rajada, made up of two pyramidal buildings and a large terrace that were erected by the ancient settlers of the Mochica culture. In its current remains, two of the most famous pre-Hispanic tombs have been found intact; that of the Lord of Sipán and that of his ancestor called the Old Lord of Sipán, both very important characters who ruled the destinies of the valley during the second and third centuries of our era. At coordinated time, in the afternoon, departure transfer for your return flight.
Meals: Breakfast.

Day 6: Lima/Cusco – Lima/Cusco – Chocomuseo: Chocolate workshop.
At the scheduled time, transfer to the airport to board the flight to the imperial city of Cusco. Upon arrival, assistance and transfer to the hotel. At the arranged time, you will visit the Chocomuseo, where you will learn all the steps of the chocolate-making process from the Peruvian jungle cacao tree. You will delve into its history and nature, and create your own chocolates (120g) using either dark or milk chocolate.
Accommodation in Cusco.
Meals: Breakfast.

Day 7: Cusco/Machu Picchu/Cusco.
Live one of the most fascinating and extraordinary experiences in the world, Machu Picchu. The adventure begins by embarking on one of the most beautiful railway routes, crossing picturesque Andean landscapes and then entering the warm and exuberant jungle brow to the town of Aguas Calientes; Board the bus that will take you up a winding road to the top of a mountain, then take some time to simply delight your senses and enjoy the breathtaking view of the citadel of Machu Picchu, one of the New 7 Wonders of the Modern World. Walk through the Citadel’s go passageways and alleys, witness the architectonic greatness of the Inca Empire and Enjoy this unique place in the world. Take free time to enjoy the mystical energy and natural beauty of the site before returning to Aguas Calientes for lunch.
Return in the afternoon to Aguas Calientes to be transferred to the train station and get back to Cusco. Transfer to the hotel.
Accommodation in Cusco.
Meals: Breakfast and lunch.

Day 8: Cusco – «Encounter of Two Worlds» City Tour & Pucará Bulls Workshop
This experience begins at the San Pedro Market, where our guide will showcase dozens of elements of Andean origin and many others of European origin. You’ll learn how both influences combine to produce the foods, textiles, and medicines still in use today. We will then walk through the main streets of the city, observing all the constructions with Inca foundations and colonial architecture, delving into the history of each of these houses, alleys, and buildings until we reach the Qorikancha, the ancient place of worship for the Inca Sun God, upon which the current Convent of Santo Domingo stands. Return to the hotel.
In the afternoon, you will enjoy a workshop on painting Pucará bulls, where you will paint ceramic clay, with all the artistic materials provided and personalized guidance throughout the creative process. This workshop allows you to share in the knowledge and artistry of Cusco.

The Pucará Bulls are representative pieces of the local living culture, symbolizing family unity, fertility, prosperity, and serving as protectors of the home.
Accommodation in Cusco.
Meals: Breakfast and lunch.

Day 9: Cusco/Lima.
At according time, pick up and transfer to Cusco Airport in order to take flight to Lima ant connect international flight.
Meals: Breakfast.

Day 1: Lima.
Upon your arrival in Lima, a transportation service will transfer you from the airport to your hotel.
Accommodation in Lima.
Meals: None.

Day 2: Lima – HD Larco Herrera Museum & Barranco.
Discover the impressive treasures of ancient Peru on an unforgettable visit to the Larco Museum, considered one of the finest museums in Latin America and a must-visit according to travel editors and experts. Surrounded by beautiful gardens and set in a colonial-style mansion, it showcases the most remarkable collection of pre-Columbian gold and silver in Peru; along with its famous collection of erotic ceramics. Afterwards, take a stroll through one of Lima’s most beautiful, artistic, and bohemian neighborhoods, Barranco. Here, you will encounter the famous Bridge of Sighs, built in 1876, a romantic and traditional spot. Return to the hotel.
Accommodation in Lima.
Meals: Breakfast.

Day 3: Lima / Trujillo: Huaca Dragón – Chan Chan – Huanchaco.
Arrival in the city of Trujillo. Assistance and transfer to the hotel.
In the afternoon, take an interesting tour of the most important archaeological sites in Trujillo and end this adventure in the peaceful and traditional Huanchaco spa. Start your excursion by visiting the Temple of the Rainbow or Huaca El Dragon, belonging to the Chimú culture; Get to know the Chan Chan site museum and admire the Archaeological Complex of the same name, of approximately 18 km2 where the Tschudi Palace stands out, one of the best-preserved areas of the complex. Finally appreciate a wonderful view of the Peruvian sea from the traditional resort of Huanchaco, an ancient fishing cove where we can see their typical boats called Caballitos de Totora.
Accommodation Trujillo.
Meals: Breakfast and Lunch.

Day 4: Trujillo – Archeological Complex El Brujo & Museum Cao/Chiclayo.
Be amazed by the archaeological wealth of Trujillo, go through extensive fields of sugar cane until you reach the El Brujo Archaeological Complex, an important Mochica site made up of 3 Huacas: Cao, Partida and Prieta. Appreciate these imposing constructions and admire magnificent polychrome paintings found within the walls of these Huacas. Finally visit the Museum of the Lady of Cao, a mummy belonging to an ancient Mochica governor and whose discovery eradicated the idea that only men ruled in this ancient empire.
At the coordinated time transfer to the station to board the bus to the city of Chiclayo, upon arrival assistance and transfer to the hotel.
Accommodation in Chiclayo.
Meals: Breakfast.

Day 5: Chiclayo – Day 3: Chiclayo: Royal Tombs Museum (Señor de Sipán) & Huaca Rajada.
In the morning visit the magnificent Museum of Royal Tombs of the Lord of Sipán, a modern pyramid-shaped building that houses true jewels of Mochica art and which houses the remains of the ancient dignitary of Sipán. On the first floor is the reconstruction of the main tomb, accompanied by the true skeletal remains. On the second floor the ornaments of the Lord of Sipán are exhibited in gold, silver and copper and on the third floor there is the first piece of gold, a rattle with the representation of the god Aia Apaec.
Later, visit the spectacular complex of Huaca Rajada, made up of two pyramidal buildings and a large terrace that were erected by the ancient settlers of the Mochica culture. In its current remains, two of the most famous pre-Hispanic tombs have been found intact; that of the Lord of Sipán and that of his ancestor called the Old Lord of Sipán, both very important characters who ruled the destinies of the valley during the second and third centuries of our era. At coordinated time, in the afternoon, departure transfer for your return flight.
Meals: Breakfast.

Day 6: Lima/Cusco – Lima/Cusco – Chocomuseo: Chocolate workshop.
At the scheduled time, transfer to the airport to board the flight to the imperial city of Cusco. Upon arrival, assistance and transfer to the hotel. At the arranged time, you will visit the Chocomuseo, where you will learn all the steps of the chocolate-making process from the Peruvian jungle cacao tree. You will delve into its history and nature, and create your own chocolates (120g) using either dark or milk chocolate.
Accommodation in Cusco.
Meals: Breakfast.

Day 7: Cusco/Machu Picchu/Cusco.
Live one of the most fascinating and extraordinary experiences in the world, Machu Picchu. The adventure begins by embarking on one of the most beautiful railway routes, crossing picturesque Andean landscapes and then entering the warm and exuberant jungle brow to the town of Aguas Calientes; Board the bus that will take you up a winding road to the top of a mountain, then take some time to simply delight your senses and enjoy the breathtaking view of the citadel of Machu Picchu, one of the New 7 Wonders of the Modern World. Walk through the Citadel’s go passageways and alleys, witness the architectonic greatness of the Inca Empire and Enjoy this unique place in the world. Take free time to enjoy the mystical energy and natural beauty of the site before returning to Aguas Calientes for lunch.
Return in the afternoon to Aguas Calientes to be transferred to the train station and get back to Cusco. Transfer to the hotel.
Accommodation in Cusco.
Meals: Breakfast and lunch.

Day 8: Cusco – «Encounter of Two Worlds» City Tour & Pucará Bulls Workshop
This experience begins at the San Pedro Market, where our guide will showcase dozens of elements of Andean origin and many others of European origin. You’ll learn how both influences combine to produce the foods, textiles, and medicines still in use today. We will then walk through the main streets of the city, observing all the constructions with Inca foundations and colonial architecture, delving into the history of each of these houses, alleys, and buildings until we reach the Qorikancha, the ancient place of worship for the Inca Sun God, upon which the current Convent of Santo Domingo stands. Return to the hotel.

In the afternoon, you will enjoy a workshop on painting Pucará bulls, where you will paint ceramic clay, with all the artistic materials provided and personalized guidance throughout the creative process. This workshop allows you to share in the knowledge and artistry of Cusco.
The Pucará Bulls are representative pieces of the local living culture, symbolizing family unity, fertility, prosperity, and serving as protectors of the home.
Accommodation in Cusco.
Meals: Breakfast and lunch.

Day 9: Cusco/Lima.
At according time, pick up and transfer to Cusco Airport in order to take flight to Lima ant connect international flight.
Meals: Breakfast.

The itinerary includes:

Lima

  • Transfer Airport/Hotel/Airport.
  • 3 nights’ accommodation in Lima (3 breakfasts).
  • HD Larco Herrera Museum & Barranco (private service).

Trujillo/Chiclayo

  • Transfer In/Out.
  • 1-night Accommodation in Trujillo (1 breakfast).
  • HD Dragon Temple, Chan Chan y Huanchaco.
  • HD El brujo complex (CAO).
  • Touristic Bus Trujillo/Chiclayo.
  • 1-night Accommodation in Chiclayo (1tYPE breakfast).
  • HD Royal Tombs Museum (Señor de Sipán).

Cusco

  • Transfer In/Out.
  • 3 nights’ accommodation in Cusco (3 breakfasts).
  • Chocomuseo: Chocolate workshop.
  • FD Machu Picchu tour in touristic category train service (1 lunch included).
  • «Encounter of Two Worlds» City Tour & Pucará Bulls Workshop.

The program doesn´t include:

  • Air tickets, taxes, and surcharges.
  • International or domestic border taxes.
  • Meals and services not mentioned in the itinerary.
  • Personal expenses.

Notes:
Services include transportation, entrance fees and guided tours (Spanish/English).