Uncover the secrets of Kuelap, the Machu Picchu of the North. Explore ancient ruins and learn about the Chachapoya civilization on this full-day tour.
Uncover the secrets of Kuelap, the Machu Picchu of the North. Explore ancient ruins and learn about the Chachapoya civilization on this full-day tour.
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Fortaleza de Kuelap - The tour to the remarkable pre-Inca citadel of Kuelap will commence at 9:00 am. Departing from the main square of Chachapoyas, the journey will take us through the stunning Uctubamba valley for about an hour until reaching the center of Nuevo Tingo.
Upon arrival, the tour will proceed to the Telecabinas Kuélap (Cable Car)…
- Fortaleza de Kuelap - The tour to the remarkable pre-Inca citadel of Kuelap will commence at 9:00 am. Departing from the main square of Chachapoyas, the journey will take us through the stunning Uctubamba valley for about an hour until reaching the center of Nuevo Tingo.
Upon arrival, the tour will proceed to the Telecabinas Kuélap (Cable Car) boarding station. The cable car ride lasts approximately 20 minutes, offering breathtaking views of the beautiful Andean landscape. Once the cable car arrives at La Malca, a 25-minute walk will lead to the citadel of Kuelap.
A professional tour guide will provide a 3-hour tour of the archaeological site, sharing insights about the Chachapoyas people, the Kuelap fortress, and other fascinating facts about the area. This is an excellent chance to admire the largest pre-Inca archaeological site in South America!
After the tour, the cable cars will be boarded again for the return trip to the village of Tingo.
- Kuelap - Upon arrival at Tingo, lunch will be enjoyed at a local restaurant, followed by a return to the city of Chachapoyas. There will be a brief stop at a viewpoint, offering a view of the Archaeological Site of Macro.
After the visit, the journey will continue back to the city of Chachapoyas.

- Entrance ticket
- Pick-up and drop off
- Cable car tickets
- Certified guide
- Entrance ticket
- Pick-up and drop off
- Cable car tickets
- Certified guide
- Other services not specified
- Other services not specified
Discover the enigmatic Fortaleza de Kuelap, a majestic pre-Inca archaeological site nestled high in the Peruvian Andes. With towering stone walls and circular houses, Kuelap is often referred to as the “Machu Picchu of the North.” Explore the ruins and learn about the ancient Chachapoya civilization that once thrived here. Immerse yourself in history as you uncover the secrets of this mountaintop fortress.
Discover the enigmatic Fortaleza de Kuelap, a majestic pre-Inca archaeological site nestled high in the Peruvian Andes. With towering stone walls and circular houses, Kuelap is often referred to as the “Machu Picchu of the North.” Explore the ruins and learn about the ancient Chachapoya civilization that once thrived here. Immerse yourself in history as you uncover the secrets of this mountaintop fortress.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.