Top Trujillo Outdoor Activities

Check off several of Peru’s most notable landmarks in just one trip—and benefit from a personalized experience—on this private day tour from Trujillo. Following pickup from your hotel, travel aboard a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle. In just one day, visit the Huaca del Sol pyramid, learn more about the history at the Moche Huacas Museum, stop for a local lunch (own expense) at Huanchaco Beach, and explore the artifacts of Chan Chan.

The adventure begins in the imposing Chan Chan, the largest mud city in the world, built by the Chimu civilization, masters of the sea. Here you will discover how this culture thrived thanks to its close relationship with the ocean, developing fishing techniques and maritime trade that marked its history. You will walk through its ancient streets and squares, understanding the legacy of a society deeply connected to the sea. Then, the experience continues to the coast in Huanchaco, a traditional fishing village where the ancient totora horses are still used. This is the perfect setting to immerse yourself in the flavors of Peru with an unforgettable gastronomic experience: you will learn about the history and preparation of the emblematic ceviche, made with fresh fish of the day, and you will enjoy a demonstration of the famous pisco sour, the flag cocktail of the country.

Circuit made for lovers of history and archeology who wish to have a unique experience and enter through routes not common to the public and be the lucky ones to access the best places and latest finds. Tour the great city of chan chan and walk through its streets and imagine the power of the ancient Chimú Cápac, rulers in chan chan and discover the importance of the cult of the dead in chan chan. In addition, throughout the tour they will be accompanied by an official tourist guide who interprets heritage and conservation. Our circuit is designed by experts in archeology and passionate about guiding.

Private service with an interpreter guide of the archaeological heritage, your guide will transfer you to the past for your best imagination about the culture. Private tour where you own your time to explore and research We visit the old huaca cao, enclosure where the cao lady was found and we will have a view of the cut huaca and spend 1 hour in the cao museum where it houses the entire collection of the cao lady and even more a fine collection of ceramics and textiles 10000 years old.

Make the most of your limited time in Peru when you dock at Salaverry Port with this private 3-day shore excursion that takes you to Machu Picchu by working out the travel details for you. Enjoy two nights’ accommodation in Cusco with flights from Trujillo airport included. Plus, a bus ride up and down to Machu Picchu is also provided for ease, as well as a private tour of the UNESCO site.