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Kuelap Dia Enteiro
Kuelap Dia Enteiro

FORTRESS OF KUELAP PERU 1 DAY

Trip Overview

DESCRIPTION

During this 1-day trip, you will follow the footsteps of the enigmatic Chachapoyas Civilization. The Chachapoyas were also known as the “Warriors of the Clouds“ since they lived in the high Amazon Andes at an altitude of over 3,000 meters. They inhabited an extensive territory of contemporary Peru.

You visit the phenomenal fortress of Kuelap which is being nicknamed the Machu Picchu of Northern Peru. Its construction started in the 6th century AD. Kuelap is placed amidst cloud forests on a crest above the valley of the Utcubamba River in the nowadays Amazonas Region. It covers an area of 6 hectares. The massive walls of the fortress reach from 10 to 20 meters in height and consist of finely worked limestone blocks weighing up to 3 tons. Kuelap is composed of 550 structures and stone water channels. It used to be home to 300,000 inhabitants.

On the way to the fortress, you explore another Chachapoyas site too. It means the military guard post of Macro.

Enjoy this spectacular day with X Travel Peru!

OVERVIEW

FORTRESS OF KUELAP PERU

CHACHAPOYAS – MACRO – KUELAP FORTRESS – CHACHAPOYAS

The tour of the Fortress of Kuelap Peru begins with your pick-up at the airport/bus terminal of Chachapoyas. At 8 am, we head for the village of Nuevo Tingo (1 hour and 40 minutes). During the way, we stop at a viewpoint to observe the archaeological site called Macro – a Chachapoyas military guard post. Afterward, we continue the ride till reaching the cable car of Kuelap. We get on the cable car bringing us up to a stop called “La Malca” – a place at the Kuelap´s checkpoint. After passing through, we climb 1 km (30 minutes) to reach the overwhelming fortress of the Chachapoyas Culture who was also called the “Warriors of the Clouds”.

Upon arrival, our Tour Guide shows us around and explains to us the history of this awesome and mysterious place. After a 3-hour guided tour, we start returning to the cable car and after a short ride, we get back to Nuevo Tingo. There, we have a late lunch at a local restaurant. After that, we ride back to Chachapoyas City. Our driver drops you off at your hotel/airport/bus terminal (up to you).

ITINERARY

FORTRESS OF KUELAP PERU

CHACHAPOYAS – MACRO – KUELAP FORTRESS – CHACHAPOYAS

  • Pick-up from the airport/bus terminal of Chachapoyas City.
  • 8 am – transport on a private van to the village of Nuevo Tingo (1 hour, 40 minutes).
  • Stop at a viewpoint to observe the archaeological site called Macro.
  • Arrival at the cable car of Kuelap.
  • A cable car ride-up.
  • Getting off at the stop called “La Malca” to pass through a checkpoint.
  • 30-minute climb (1 km) to reach the archaeological site of Kuelap.
  • 3-hour private guided tour of the Kuelap fortress.
  • A return hike to the cable car at La Malca.
  • Ride down by the cable car.
  • Lunch at a restaurant in Nuevo Tingo.
  • Return ride to the Chachapoyas City.
  • Drop-off at your hotel/airport/bus terminal at Chachapoyas.

INCLUDED / NOT INCLUDED

FORTRESS OF KUELAP PERU INCLUDES:

  • Pick-up from the airport/bus terminal of Chachapoyas City.
  • Private transport during the Fortress of Kuelap Peru 1 Day tour.
  • A professional bilingual Tour Guide.
  • Cable car ticket of Kuelap.
  • Entrance fee to the Kuelap Fortress.
  • Kuelap Fortress Private Tour.
  • Meals: 1x lunch – a vegetarian option available upon request.
  • Drop-off at your hotel/airport/bus terminal at the Chachapoyas City.

FORTRESS OF KUELAP PERU DOES NOT INCLUDE:

  • Meals are not mentioned.
  • Beverages (apart from the main meals).
  • Tips to local staff.
  • Any flight.

RECOMMENDATIONS

WHAT TO BRING WITH YOU TO THE FORTRESS OF KUELAP PERU TOUR?

  • Original passport (it is checked at the Kuelap´s gateway),
  • Insect repellent (DEET 35 or higher!),
  • Sun cream,
  • Sunglasses,
  • A small backpack,
  • Light and comfortable clothes for 1 day (preferably light colors, at least one long pair of trousers, and a long-sleeved T-shirt, shorts).
  • Raincoat/poncho,
  • A cap/hat,
  • Walking shoes,
  • Sandals,
  • Swimsuit,
  • Camera,
  • Toiletries,
  • Small towel,
  • Paper towels,
  • Bottled water,
  • Pocket money (to buy souvenirs or refreshments).
  • Personal medication (if applicable).

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PRICE

FORTRESS OF KUELAP PERU

The price depends on the number of participants, accommodation availability, travel dates and other preferencies. Please inquire about a personalized price.

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