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Overview

Tambo Colorado is considered one of the best preserved historical archaeological monuments on the Peruvian coast, on its walls you can still see the colors painted by its original inhabitants. Tambo Colorado, dating from the 15th century, is a must-see for visitors to the Pisco River Valley. However, to understand the historical significance of the site, you need a guide. On this tour, visit Tambo Colorado with entrance fees and round-trip travel from your Paracas hotel, and explore the lost civilization of the Incas. With your guide to lead the way, discover the ceremonial plazas and ancient houses and learn how the Incas lived and worked on the land.

Itinerary

1. Tambo Colorado

   The archaeological remains of Tambo Colorado (or Puka Tampu), are located in the district of Humay, in the province of Pisco, within the department and region of Ica; on the Peruvian coast, at a height of 566 meters above sea level. Tambo Colorado owes its name to two features, the first, that of being a Tambo, that is to say, an enclosure destined to fulfill the function of being a place destined to refreshment or temporary accommodation, while the qualifier of “colorado” has its own This is due to the color of the canvases with which the room was plastered. The Tambo Colorado Architectural Monument is the one that is best preserved, as an Inca legacy, on the Coast of Peru. It is said that it was a building ordered to be carried out during the government of the Inca Pachacútec (more or less around the 1450s). It is said that it had been intended to be the residence of the Inca in this sector, and that the section of the tambo, would have been destined to the lodge of the guests of the same.

   · 2 h

Pickup

Pickup or meet at the departure point.

the departure is optional, the traveler can come to our office or give us the name of their accommodation to go for them

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What to know before you go

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Travelers

Cancellation policy

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

• From 1 days before : 100% refunded
• From 0 days before : 0% refunded

This activity can be canceled in case of bad weather or if there aren't enough participants.

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