Itinerary

1. Day 1: Trujillo Welcome

   • Welcome to Trujillo Spring Capital.
   • On this day:
     • Our staff will pick you up from the airport or Bus terminal to your Hotel.
     • Depending on your arrival, you will have a short guided tour around the Trujillo colonial city.

2. Day 2: Temples & Huacas Exploration

   • Departure Times: 09:00 am / 4:00 pm

   • Visit the Temples of the Sun and the Moon:

     • The religious center for the Moche culture was developed between 100 and 900 AD.
     • The archaeological complex showcases two large pyramids called huacas with flat tops.

   • Drive north of Trujillo to visit the Huaca Dragon:

     • Also known as Huaca Arco Iris (Rainbow Pyramid).
     • Belonging to the Chimu culture.

   • Visit the ancient fishing village of Huanchaco:

     • Enjoy a seafood lunch.
     • Huanchaco is one of the most famous beaches in Peru.
     • Traditional fishing boats (caballitos de totora) are still in use today.

   • Visit Chan Chan:

     • The largest adobe city in America.
     • Built by the Chimu civilization.
     • Covers an area of about 20 square kilometers.

3. Day 3: El Brujo Discovery

   • Departure: 09:00 am

   • Drive to Chicama Valley, about 60 km north of Trujillo, to visit El Brujo:

     • Another complex of the Moche civilization.
     • Archaeological excavations started here in 1990.
     • Discover the Woman of Cao, a 1,500-year-old tattooed female mummy.

   • Visit the Village of Magdalena de Cao:

     • Taste a traditional drink fermented underground for 1 to 2 years called "Añejo de Cao."
     • Explore Huaca Cao Viejo.
     • Visit the Cao Museum.

   • Return to your Hotel.