Cumbemayo Day Trip from Cajamarca - Book online at Civitatis.com

Name: Cumbemayo Day Trip
Brand: Civitatis
Price: 26.12 USD
Rating: 7.5 (8 reviews)

Spend a day exploring a fascinating Peruvian archaeological site on our Cumbemayo Day Trip. We'll leave Cajamarca behind and venture to its mysterious stone forests and aqueducts.

Duration

3 hours 30 minutes.

Language

The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English, although it may occasionally be done in two languages.

Included

Hotel pick up and drop off
Transport by minibus or coach, depending on group size
English speaking guide
Tickets

When to book

You can book up to 12 hours in advance if there are any seats left. Book now and guarantee your spot.

Supporting documents

Electronic voucher. Have it on your phone.

Accessibility

Not wheelchair accessible.

Sustainability

All services meet our

Pets

Not allowed.

Frequently asked questions

If you have other questions, contact us

Spend a day exploring a fascinating Peruvian archaeological site on our Cumbemayo Day Trip. We'll leave Cajamarca behind and venture to its mysterious stone forests and aqueducts.

Cumbemayo Day Trip

Having picked you up from your hotel at 9:30 am, we'll set off for Cumbemayo. This archaeological site is home to a forest of large stone monoliths known as frailones. Archaeologists have dated the construction of this mysterious site to around 1000 BC, meaning it's over 3,000 years old!

We'll begin by visiting the Cumbemayo Aqueduct, which is the most important hydraulic engineering work from the pre-Columbian period. A unique detail about this viaduct is that water still flows along its 6-mile (9-kilometre) stretch. We'll discuss the aqueduct's purpose, which remains a mystery today.

As the Cajamarca region had a sufficient water supply, in theory, an aqueduct was an unnecessary addition. Historians believe the answer lies in the sanctuary, a huge rock in the shape of a human head where human sacrifices were made. In addition, we'll see some caves next to the sanctuary which have engraved rocks. The meaning of these engravings is also unknown.

On our way back to your hotel, we'll make a stop at the Bellavista viewpoint. From here, you'll look out at fantastic views of the Cajamarca Valley.

Our arrival back at your hotel is scheduled for 1 pm.