Private Tour

CARAL - Ancient Pyramids tour from Lima - Private Trip

Overview

Available languages

English

Spanish

11 hours

Mobile ticket

Did you know that the oldest civilization in the Americas was discovered just a few hours from Lima?

The Sacred City of Caral, a fascinating complex of pyramids built over 5,000 years ago, reveals the extraordinary achievements of one of the world’s earliest organized societies.

Explore this ancient UNESCO World Heritage Site and learn about the Caral civilization’s advanced understanding of architecture, physics, and social organization, as well as its remarkable legacy as a peaceful and highly developed culture.

An unmissable journey into Peru’s ancient past — perfect for history and archaeology lovers.

Book now and uncover the origins of civilization in the Americas!

Additional Info

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Knowledgeable Tour Guide

Pick up and Drop off from Lima: Miraflores, Barranco, San Isidro or Lima Center.

Private Air-conditioned Transport - (shared activities)

Entrance ticket to Caral Archaeological Site

No meals included: breakfast, lunch or dinner

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

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What To Expect

Zona Arqueologica caral

After picking you up, we’ll travel to the Sacred City of Caral, an extraordinary archaeological site discovered in 1994 and later declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This impressive complex of 5,000-year-old pyramids, built by the ancient inhabitants of the Supe Valley, dates back to the same era as the earliest Egyptian pyramids. Caral is considered the second oldest city in the world, as no other site of similar age features such a variety of monumental structures with distinct ceremonial and administrative functions. Get ready to explore Caral’s ancient pyramids, walk through its sacred plazas, and uncover the fascinating story of one of the oldest and most advanced civilizations in the Americas.

2 hours • Admission Included

Huacho

After exploring the ancient archaeological site of Caral, we’ll take you to a traditional restaurant in the city of Huacho to enjoy a delicious Peruvian lunch. Relax and savor authentic local dishes in a pleasant and welcoming atmosphere before returning to Lima.

1 hour • Admission Not Applicable

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CARAL - Ancient Pyramids tour from Lima - Private Trip

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Reviews

5.00

5 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Caral
Ian C,
Sep 2, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Long day with timely breaks. Great driver and tour guide. Tour guide - excellent knowledge of Peru and Caral
Enjoyable tour with a lot of interesting knowledge
Sunshine65436706438,
Mar 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We liked the tour very much and the guide Jonathan is a knowledgeable on the subject and location. We enjoyed the tour and will recommend it.
Incredible tour
Scott M,
Sep 3, 2023
- Review from Viator
5.00
Alexandra was just plain awesome. Very professional and knowledgeable. She was friendly, smart and funny at times. The tour was on time and picked us up at the front door of our hotel and dropped us off at the front door of our hotel. Would recommend to all.
5000 year old civilization presented beautifully
Ram S,
Jan 30, 2022
- Review from Viator
5.00
After doing research in world history, I was looking forward to seeing the remains of the oldest civilization in Caral on our visit to Peru. It was fantastic. Unbelievable remains from roughly 5000 years. Government of Peru, along with research scholars, volunteers and workers have done a great job of presenting this place in an inviting, educative, clean manner to visitors. Even the small museum was full of very surprising artifacts taken from the excavation. The English speaking tour guide Lucas was very knowledgeable, not just of Caral but all along the 225 Km path. His assistant William was helpful as well. There is also a mandatory guide provided by the Caral center. Lucas took help from her. A very enjoyable 12 hour trip made possible by Lucas and team. Thanks to the team that maintains the facility very well in such a remote location of Peru. What pained us was the mandatory masking in such an open nature area, due to the COVID-19 -- not just for us but to see all the workers. Thanks to everyone who made it educational, enjoyable and satisfying our curiosity.
Best full days from Lima
Natalia O,
Oct 25, 2021
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Excellent organization, punctuality and friendliness, amazing guides and an excellent driver, is what you expect from a private tour and more, we loved traveling and knowing the oldest civilization in America and the Paracas nature reserve with them, if you have a few days in Lima are the best option available.