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Pikimachay and Huanta: A Journey through Ayacucho

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Free cancellation available
Price is ฿740 per adult

Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 1d
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages

Overview

  • Explore the Pikimachay cave and its unique archaeological history in Ayacucho.
  • Enjoy the picturesque town of Huanta “The Emerald Beauty of the Andes”.
  • Taste honey and local liquors in beekeeping centers, a gastronomic experience.

Activity location

    • Ayacucho
    • Ayacucho, Ayacucho, Peru

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Ayacucho 05003, Perú
    • Ayacucho, Ayacucho, Peru

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Pikimachay and Huanta: A Journey through Ayacucho
  • Activity duration is 1 day1d
    1d
  • English
Starting time: 9:20
Price details
฿740.19 x 2 Adults฿1,480.38

Total
Price is ฿1,480.38
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What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Transport throughout the tour.
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Official tour guide.
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    Entrance ticket to the visited sites.
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    Permanent assistance during the activity.
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    First aid kit for safety.
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Tasting of local products in beekeeping centers.
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Meals outside the tastings included in the beekeeping centers.
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    Souvenirs or local products you wish to purchase during the tour.
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Tips for the guide and staff at the visited centers.
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Personal expenses such as additional drinks and purchases not mentioned.

Know before you book

  • Not allowed: Alcohol and drugs, Littering
  • Not suitable for: People with mobility impairments, People with motion sickness, Visually impaired people, Wheelchair users

What you can expect

Discover the historical and natural wealth of Ayacucho on this fascinating tour that will take you to explore the Pikimachay cave and the picturesque town of Huanta. The day begins with a meeting at the Plaza de Armas in Ayacucho, where you will be welcomed to begin a day full of adventures.

First, you will depart to the province of Huanta, enjoying a short trekking of approximately 30 minutes until you reach the mysterious Pikimachay cave. With an extension of about 60 metres, this cave has been the site of significant archaeological finds dating back as far as 20,000 years. Guided by local experts, you will discover lithic vestiges and skeletal remains that provide evidence of the millenary human presence in the region, giving you a unique insight into Peru's ancestral history.

After exploring Pikimachay, the tour continues with a tour of Huanta, affectionately known as “The Emerald Beauty of the Andes”. Here you will visit the Main Square and the imposing main church, a reflection of the colonial architecture that characterises this city. You will also have the opportunity to visit the famous Obispo de Piedra and visit the local beekeeping centers, where you can taste honey and other regional products such as algarrobina and a variety of typical liqueurs, made from native fruits such as coca, lucuma and tuna.
Throughout the tour, you will be accompanied by an official tour guide who will provide you with detailed information about each site visited, enriching your experience with historical and cultural data.

In addition, they will ensure that you enjoy the journey in comfort and safety, providing permanent assistance and a first aid kit if necessary.
To participate in this exciting tour, you can secure your place by making a deposit in advance through various secure payment platforms.Remember that it is important to arrive punctually at the meeting point, as mobility has a maximum tolerance of 15 minutes to maintain the planned itinerary.

This tour is designed for those who wish to explore the archaeological and natural treasures of Ayacucho, immersing themselves in the prehistoric and colonial history of the region, while enjoying the hospitality and unique flavours that Huanta has to offer. Get ready for an unforgettable experience that combines adventure, culture and spectacular scenery in the heart of the Peruvian Andes.

Location

Activity location

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    • Ayacucho
    • Ayacucho, Ayacucho, Peru

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • Ayacucho 05003, Perú
    • Ayacucho, Ayacucho, Peru