NORTHERN PERU
Peru is steeped in a rich archaeological heritage, with some of the most important sites being found in the coastal desert of the northern coast, and in the southern Andean Highlands. In this guide a general overview of the most important sites in these areas is presented, enabling the reader to gain an insight into Peruvian archaeology and the cultures to whom this archaeological legacy is owed.
By the third millenium BC the early inhabitants of this region had developed a highly efficient economy based primarily on the rich maritime resources of the Peruvian Coast. Before the advent of large-scale irrigation agriculture, and the appearance of ceramics, very complex societies, about which we know precious little, had emerged.
lt is considered to be one of the few regions in the world where pristine states emerged.
MOCHE CULTURE
The spectacular North of Peru is rich in archaeology, history and scenic contrasts. Bounded by the cold waters of the world's most plentiful fishing grounds and the Amazon rainforest, lie the stark deserts, fertile valleys, mountains and cloud forests that gave birth to several great pre-Inca civilizations.
From the 1st to the 15th Century AD the most prominent of these cultures - Moche, Lambayeque, Chimu and Chachapoyas - achieved great sophistication and skill in ceramics, agriculture, architecture, metallurgy and warfare. Their vast and mysterious citadels, tombs and temples grace the outskirts of some of the principal cities of the north - Chiclayo, Trujillo and Chachapoyas.
Cajamarca is a city of colonial charm, rolling Andean countryside, and home to the important archaeological sites of Ventanillas of Otuzco and Cumbemayo. It is a place of great historical significance - in this city Spanish conquistador Francisco Pizarro captured, imprisoned, ransomed, and executed Inca Emperor Atahualpa, unleashing the destruction of Inca civilization. Travelers may stroll in the town square - site of the first and decisive battle between the Spanish and the Inca - and visit the ransom rooms that were filled with gold and silver by legions of loyal Inca subjects in the attempt to buy the freedom of their doomed regent
NORTHERN PERU TOURS
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Moche Route (3 days / 2 nights) Daily departures Private basis |
Archaeology & Nature in Northern Peru in (4 days / 3 nights) |
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Incas & Moches (4 days / 3 nights) |
Immerse in Northern Peru Cultures (7 days / 6 nights) Travel by land from Lima to Northern Peru and discover the secrets of Northern Archaeology including a night in Caral considered as one of the oldest culture in America. We continue to Trujillo and to Chiclayo where you will board a flight back to Lima. |
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Treasures on Northern Peru (8 days / 7 nights) This journey through the landscape and history of Peru’s little-known northern region will be a revelation and a magical experience.. The program is intended for travelers with a special interest in archaeology, and a taste for adventure. |
Lost Cities of the Northern Peru (6 days/ 5 nights) Travel by land from Lima to Northern Peru and discover the secrets of Northern Archaeology including Caral considered an example of the oldest culture in America. We continue to Trujillo and to Chiclayo where you will board a flight back to Lima. |
NEWEST NORTHERN PERU TOURS
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Santa Cruz Trekking (7days / 6 nights) Specially designed for trekkers that love adrenaline and love adventure. You will enjoy incomparable views of steep ice faces, penitentes, gigantic white walls, similar to the finest of the Himalayan scenery. |
Trujillo to Tarapoto (9 days/8 nights) A program that includes the most important areas of Norther Peru : Trujillo (2 nights) Tucume in Chiclayo (1 night) Gocta Lodge in Amazonas (3 nights) and in a Tarapoto Lodge (2 nights) This is a diffrent way to discover the area
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Discover Organos and the Humpback
Whales (3days / 2 nights)
Daily departures Private basis
Season 15 July to 31 October
Another approach to the norther area that
will allow you to enjoy a once in a lifetime
experience .
If you would like a tailor made program do not hesitate to 
Our prices DO NOT include AIR TICKETS
For international and/or domestic flights, we suggest to contact Éxito Travel, a wholesaler based in United States. They are familiar with our operations and are used to book flights for our clients according to their respective itineraries. When booking your tickets, please provide them the information on your trip itinerary and they will do all the necessary bookings. If you book with a different agency this may lead to some logistic problems as it is important that the group travels together on the same planes.
All tickets issued in Peru are subject to 18% sales taxes but if you purchase the tickets through Exito Travel, no taxes are charged. You can make all the arrangement directly with them.
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