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Ride through ancient ruins, beaches and valleys of Northwestern Peru, visit old Spanish Haciendas, stay at unique hotels with colonial architecture and thermal bath waters, meet the famous local breeders of the world-renowned Paso horse and immerse yourself in the authentic culture of mystical Peru: 9 memorable days in Trujillo-Chiclayo-Cajamarca. Lima and Machu Picchu Extensions Available.
Spend time at traditional Spanish style haciendas and immerse yourself in the culture of the world renowned Peruvian Paso horse: spirited, comfortably gaited, and uniquely beautiful. We offer horse adventures to accommodate all levels of riding and age groups. Our 9 day equine tours include approx. 3-4 hours of riding each day, combined with cultural activities and sightseeing events. Most of our rides take place on beaches and valleys, with comfortable terrain and good footing. The Paso horse has a gentle disposition and one of the most comfortable gaits in the world, making it an ideal mount for novices and more advanced riders alike. If you'd like to learn more about these horses click here (you need Adobe Acrobat Reader to download this PDF file). In addition, we offer a 2-3-day extension trip to Lima, Cusco & Machu Picchu so you can relax from your riding experience and explore the mystery of the Sacred Land on the Incas. This is a "must see" when you visit Peru! Please call us for Cuzco itinerary and prices. Our tours are easy-moderate in effort, stressing a fun and relaxing pace. Novice riders are welcome to join! Enjoy our picture gallery (click on photo to enlarge) and then read our itinerary below:
Paso Fino Horse Tour Itinerary: FAQ Reserve Now About Peru Day 1: Pick up at Jorge Chavez Airport and transfer to your 5-Star hotel accommodations. Day at leisure. Day 2: Take an early morning flight to Trujillo, famous for its folk music and considered the capital of Paso horse breeding. After lunch we ride to the archeological complex of Huaca -Temples of the Sun and the Moon. These temples were the religious center of the Moche culture, are constructed of adobe, with platforms that reach a considerable height. We finish our ride in a local ranch, where you can experience the culture and beauty of the Peruvian countryside. Dinner is included at the hotel. Day 3: We ride through the archeological ruins of Chan-Chan, the most important center of ancient Chimu culture (1100-1400AD) and the largest clay city in the world (UNESCO World Heritage site). Afterwards, we enjoy lunch at Huanchaco Beach. There is a beautiful colonial church situated in this town where fishermen still maintain the traditions handed down by their ancestors. Dinner is included at hotel. Day 4: After breakfast, we depart to Chiclayo by private bus (length of trip is 3 1/2 hrs). This city is located north of Trujillo and is the capital of the Department of Lambayeque. The Lambayeque culture generated he majority of the gold produced in ancient Peru. Lambayeque is also considered a place of profound cosmological energies, and an important center of shamanism in Peru. During lunch, we enjoy the Exhibition of Peruvian Horses at Paijan, a renowned Paso horse breeding "hacienda." Dinner included at hotel. Day 5: After breakfast, we ride to Pimentel Beach and have lunch there. We visit the Bruning Museum, one of the most important museums in Northern Peru. It houses exhibits of gold, silver and copper, belonging to various cultures as ancient as 4,000 years old. We also visit the archeological ruins of Sipan. This is an ancient burial ground of recent discovery, belonging to the Master of Sipan, a visionary leader of a rich and ancient kingdom. Discovered in 1987, it has been hailed as one of the most important archeological finds of the century. The tombs of Sipan have enabled historians to piece together much of the lost history of an impressive civilization that dominated most of Northern Peru for centuries -the Moche Culture. Dinner is included at the hotel. Day 6: We visit the archeological complex of Tucume, also known as the Valley of the Pyramids. Here you will find the largest adobe building in Peru and South America. We enjoy lunch at Tucume, and afterwards visit the Sican Museum. Enjoy a dinner show at the hotel. Day 7: In the morning we visit the Monsefu market and then depart to Cajamarca by private bus. The length of the trip is 6 hrs, and we enjoy snacks on the road. Research shows that the region of Cajamarca has been inhabited for 3,000 years. In November 1532, the city was witness to one of the most transcendental moments in world history: Spanish conquistador Francisco Pizarro took the Incan king Atahualpa prisoner, resulting in a new era in the history of Peru. Enjoy dinner at the hotel. Day 8: We trail ride all morning and visit Banos del Inca, a thermal water bathing resort, with lunch included. Afternoon is on your own and dinner is included at hotel. Day 9: Return to Lima, enjoy breakfast at the hotel and have a free day on your own (there is an opportunity to shop at the Lima Flea Market, depending on your departure time). Transfer to airport for your departure flight OR continue on your Lima or Cuzco/Machu Picchu extensions. CONTACT US FOR INFORMATION ABOUT CUZCO/MACHU PICCHU PROGRAMS. Horse Tour Cost: $2,849.00 (4-8 people) $ 2,499.00 (9-15 people) Lima Extension Tour: Add $419.00 Day 1: After arrival in Lima, transfer for your hotel for a rest. In the evening, savor delicious Peruvian local cuisine, accompanied by a show with a variety of regional folk music and dancers. Day 2: After breakfast, we embark on a trail ride to the south of Lima. We will ride on the seashore of San Pedro Beach and through Lurin Valley. This ride will take you through ancient Haciendas and crop fields, ending our ride in the Dunes of Mamcona. After lunch, we take you on a city tour of Lima (see Lima Explorer below). Evening is on your own. LIMA EXPLORER -The best excursion to get to know Lima. Tour duration: 3.5 hrs. Click here for tour info
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