Chachapoyas: Kuelap Fortress & Cable Car Day Trip

Highlights

• Discover the Kuelap Fortress, the largest pre-Inca site in South America
• Ride the Kuelap Cable Car and enjoy panoramic views of the Andean landscape
• Explore the ancient Chachapoya citadel on a guided tour of the site
• Learn about the Chachapoya civilization and their impressive architecture
• Stop at a viewpoint overlooking the Macro Archaeological Site on the way back

Description

Begin your journey in Chachapoyas and travel through the scenic Utcubamba Valley to Nuevo Tingo. From there, board the Kuelap Cable Car for a breathtaking 20-minute ride above the Andean landscape before taking a pleasant 25-minute walk to the ancient fortress. Explore the impressive archaeological complex during a guided tour lasting approximately three hours. Learn about the Chachapoya civilization, admire the massive defensive walls and circular stone structures, and discover the history behind the largest pre-Inca archaeological site in South America. After returning by cable car to Tingo, enjoy free time for lunch at a local restaurant before beginning the journey back to Chachapoyas. Along the way, stop at a viewpoint overlooking the Macro Archaeological Site before returning to the city.

Includes

Hotel pickup and drop-off Tourist transportation Entrance ticket to Kuelap Fortress Round-trip cable car tickets Certified guide

Excludes

Lunch Drinks Other services not specified Personal expenses

Important Information

• The tour includes a 25-minute walk from the cable car station to Kuelap Fortress. If severe weather or critical trail closures prevent the tour from operating entirely, you will receive a full refund or the option to reschedule.

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund