Cajamarca, Colonial Syncretism - Private tour
Cajamarca, Colonial Syncretism - Private tour
4 Days Starting and ending in Cajamarca, Peru
Visiting: Cajamarca
Tour operator:
Tour code:
449932
Group Type:
Private
Recommended For:
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Age range:
10-99
Tour operated in:
English , SpanishInterests:
Activities:
Tour Overview
Discover the enchanting blend of history and nature on the "Cajamarca, Colonial Syncretism - Private Tour" in Peru. This immersive experience takes you through the captivating Cumbemayo complex, featuring ancient aqueducts, sanctuaries, and caves surrounded by a unique stone forest. Visit the Porcón Farm, an agricultural cooperative where you can engage in experiential tourism and connect with the local community. Explore the historic city of Cajamarca, including the Santa Apolonia hill, the Inca's Baths, and the Otuzco Windows. Enjoy three nights of comfortable accommodation, guided tours in English and Spanish, and private transfers throughout your journey.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : ARRIVAL CAJAMARCA (5km – 10min)
Location: Cajamarca
Accommodation Name: Costa del Sol Wyndham or similar 4*
Arrive at Cajamarca Airport and enjoy a comfortable transfer you to your selected hotel. A representative will accompany you, offering useful information about the city attractions and assisting you along the way. Check-in at the hotel. At around 02:00 pm, you will start your tour on the Santa Apolonia hill, from whose top you have a beautiful view of the entire city. Walk a little through the place, and you will find some remains of buildings of the Chavin culture and the famous 'Inca Chair', a structure formed by two stone blocks that emerge from the hill. The tour continues with a visit to the Rescue Room, the only Inca evidence that remains in Cajamarca. It was in this place where the Inca Atahualpa was captive by Spanish forces for eight months. Although his rescue was stipulated in an amount of gold equivalent to the volume of the room and two other equal silver and it was paid, the conquerors proceeded with his execution in the Main Square. Then move on to the San Francisco Church, a religious complex known previously as San Antonio de Padua. It was built at the end of the 17th century with stone blocks from the "Sierpe House" - the residence of the Cajamarca chieftain - and the quarry of the hill Saint Apolonia. The next stop is the Main Square, with an important value for the history of Peru as it marked the meeting point between the Spanish conquerors and the Incas. There you can find the Cathedral, with its peculiar Plateresque-style volcanic stone facade. After the walk, return to the hotel to rest. In the afternoon, transport will pick you up to take you to the Inca's Baths. It is a set of hot springs where the Inca used to rest. It is believed that during the height of the empire, it was a stately residence surrounded by trees and springs, a luxury spa for the elite. After the tour, you will return to your hotel in the afternoon.
Overnight in Cajamarca.
Day 2 : CAJAMARCA
Location: Cajamarca
Accommodation Name: Costa del Sol Wyndham or similar 4*
Meals Included: Breakfast
Breakfast at the hotel followed by pick-up at around 08:30 am. Today you will visit the Cumbemayo complex, which brings together three archaeological groups known as 'the aqueduct', 'the sanctuary' and 'the caves', surrounded by a majestic stone forest. 'The aqueduct' is an open channel in the nine-kilometre volcanic rock and was intended to derive the waters to the city of Cajamarca. For its part, 'the sanctuary' is a cliff with the appearance of a human head, whose mouth is a crack in low relief with engravings. When walking through 'the caves' of the place, you can see some drawn lines and other anthropomorphic and feline figures. At the end of the tour, you will return to your hotel. In the afternoon, transportation will pick you up at around 02:00 pm to go to the Otuzco Windows, a cemetery belonging to the Cajamarca culture that dates from the first centuries after Christ. There you can see a series of rectangular niches carved in a solid block of rock that can reach up to 10 meters deep. It’s believed that the bodies were buried first in the ground and, after a while, some bones and skulls were moved to the windows. Return to the hotel in the afternoon.
Overnight in Cajamarca.
Day 3 : CAJAMARCA
Location: Cajamarca
Accommodation Name: Costa del Sol Wyndham or similar 4*
Meals Included: Breakfast
Breakfast at the hotel followed by pick-up at around 08:00 am. Start the day with a visit to the stonecutters of Huambocancha, real artisans. In this town, whole families are dedicated to the creation of works of art carved in stone with detailed and quality work. Then, continue to the Porcón farm, a forestation project that turned this area of Cajamarca into an incredible pine forest and has attracted the attention of hundreds of visitors. Beside of walking through the woods, tourists can do adventure activities such as cycling, horseback riding, experiential tourism and enjoy delicious dishes prepared with giant mushrooms that are grown on-site (own expense). After the tour, return to your hotel to rest.
Overnight in Cajamarca.
Day 4 : DEPARTURE CAJAMARCA (5km – 10min)
Location: Cajamarca
Meals Included: Breakfast
Breakfast at the hotel. Your representative will assist you with check out and accompany you on the short transfer to Cajamarca’s airport.
What's Included
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Tour Guide
Operated with English- and Spanish-speaking local guides during the activities (Day 1-3).
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Accommodation
3 nights' accommodation at Costa del Sol Wyndham or similar 4* hotel.
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Meals
3 breakfasts included.
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Transport
Arrival and departure private air-conditioning transfers from/to Cajamarca Airport and private air-conditioning transfers throughout the tour.
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Entrance Fees and Activities
All entrance fees and activities mentioned in the itinerary: Cajamarca city tour, Inca's Baths (Day 1); Cumbemayo half-day tour, Otuzco Windows (Day 2); Stonecutters of Huambocancha visit, Porcón farm half-day tour (Day 3).
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Other
Meet and Greet service.
What's Not Included
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Visa Fees
Visa fees are not included.
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Domestic Flights
Domestic flights (Lima – Cajamarca flight must arrive before 11:00 am in order to enjoy the first activity of this day) are not included.
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International Flights
International flights are not included.
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Drinks During Meals
Drinks during meals (unless specified otherwise) are not included.
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Optional Tours
Optional tours (if any) are not included.
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City Tax
City tax is not included and is payable on the spot.
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Unmentioned Visits
Any visit not mentioned in the program is not included.
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Porterage and Gratuities
Porterage and gratuities are not included.
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Personal Expenditures
Expenditures of a personal nature, drinks and meals or items not stated explicitly in the program are not included.
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Alcoholic and Non-Alcoholic Drinks
Any alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, mineral water, camera/video camera fee (if any) are not included.
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Travel Insurance
Travel Insurance or any loss or extra cost arising due to unforeseen circumstances such as flight delays, accidents, etc. are not included.
Requirements
Comfortable and light clothing is recommended for visiting the coastal areas of Peru, while for the high Andean area the use of warm clothing is recommended. It is not recommended that visitors wear sleeveless shirts, shorts, short skirts or short clothes when visiting religious temples or official buildings. Sunscreen, sunglasses, hat and mosquito repellent can be very useful during your stay.
Please Note
- Rates do not apply to Peruvians or residents with more than 60 days of stay. If passengers are Peruvians or exceed 60 days of stay, sale taxes (18%) will be collected by our local operator
- Please note that Check-In in most hotels begins at 01:00 pm. Clients will be subject to the availability of the room if they arrive before, waiting in the hotel lobby
- If your trip includes the visit to high altitude cities such as Cusco and Puno located at more than 3400 meters (11.200 feet above sea level), do not forget to take precautions in order to avoid altitude sickness. Passengers who have heart problems or high blood pressure should check with their doctor before travelling
- Upon arrival is recommended to rest for a few hours, drink coca tea and eat lightly. As a reference, Machu Picchu is located at 2400 meters (8.000 feet above sea level)
- New plastic regulation: after the prohibition of the access of single-use plastic items to 76 natural areas including Machu Picchu, it is important to use reusable bottles.
- We reserve the right to change itineraries and activities due to weather conditions, technical problems or security reasons
- Early check-in, late check-out, connecting or adjoining rooms in the hotel are subject to availability and not guaranteed
- In many hotels in Peru, the triple rooms are a double room with an additional bed or sofa bed. Their comfort conditions are lower than the international standards of the triple room
- No refund for unused services. Splitting of the package is not allowed
Accommodation options
ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS
Day 1-3 Cajamarca
- Superior Hotel Category = Costa del Sol Wyndham or similar 4*
Mode of Transport
Private air-conditioned transfers are provided for arrival and departure from Cajamarca Airport, as well as throughout the tour.
Accommodation
Enjoy 3 nights' accommodation at the Costa del Sol Wyndham or a similar 4-star hotel in Cajamarca, offering superior comfort and amenities.
Accommodation options
ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS
Day 1-3 Cajamarca
- Superior Hotel Category = Costa del Sol Wyndham or similar 4*
Check out our Q&As
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What kind of activities can I expect at the Porcón Farm?
At the Porcón Farm, you can engage in adventure activities such as cycling, horseback riding, and experiential tourism. You can also enjoy delicious dishes prepared with giant mushrooms that are grown on-site.
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What is the significance of the Inca's Baths?
The Inca's Baths are a set of hot springs where the Inca used to rest. It is believed that during the height of the empire, it was a stately residence surrounded by trees and springs, serving as a luxury spa for the elite.
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What will I see at the Cumbemayo complex?
At the Cumbemayo complex, you will see three archaeological groups known as 'the aqueduct', 'the sanctuary', and 'the caves', surrounded by a majestic stone forest. 'The aqueduct' is an open channel in volcanic rock, 'the sanctuary' is a cliff with the appearance of a human head, and 'the caves' feature drawn lines and anthropomorphic and feline figures.
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What can I expect during the visit to the Otuzco Windows?
During the visit to the Otuzco Windows, you will see a cemetery belonging to the Cajamarca culture, featuring a series of rectangular niches carved in a solid block of rock that can reach up to 10 meters deep. It is believed that bodies were initially buried in the ground, and later, some bones and skulls were moved to the windows.
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What is the historical significance of the Rescue Room in Cajamarca?
The Rescue Room is the only Inca evidence that remains in Cajamarca. It is where the Inca Atahualpa was held captive by Spanish forces for eight months. Although his ransom was paid in gold and silver, the Spanish conquerors proceeded with his execution in the Main Square.
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What kind of artisans will I meet in Huambocancha?
In Huambocancha, you will meet stonecutters who are real artisans. Whole families in this town are dedicated to creating works of art carved in stone with detailed and quality craftsmanship.
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What does the price include?
What is included is stated specifically on the product Description. Gratuities are at your discretion. Prices do not include (unless stated otherwise) - gratuities to the guide, driver or tour manager.
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Are Visa fees included in the price?
No, visa fees are not included
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
You can change it by logging into your profile and click on Bookings. Please check your cancellation policy.
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Booking confirmation with Itinerary and confirmation vouchers
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When are there specific hotel names confirmed?
Confirmed hotel names are informed latest 10 days prior to client's arrival
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Do you offer any travel insurance?
We do not offer Travel Insurance but would strongly recommend that you purchase a comprehensive Travel Insurance Policy prior to departure.
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Is there any option for solo traveller?
Yes of course. Please note that the default selection shows the price per person per double room. For solo travellers, you will have to select a single room when available.
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Are flights included in the tour?
No, they are not included
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of lima tours charges.
At 29 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 8 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
