Caral, The Valley of Pyramids
Discover the cradle of civilization in Peru’s northern valleys, where history and nature intertwine. Over two unforgettable days: one riding along the valley to Caral and the next visiting Peñico to ride down across the desert to Vichama the amazing ancient site located in the coastline. 5000 years of history in two days This journey blends archaeology, cycling adventure, and breathtaking landscapes, offering a unique way to experience Peru’s deep cultural roots.
Season: All the year, best from April to December.
Two riding days.
Level/skills: All.
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Caral, The Valley of Pyramids
Discover the cradle of civilization in Peru’s northern valleys, where history and nature intertwine. Over two unforgettable days: one riding along the valley to Caral and the next visiting Peñico to ride down across the desert to Vichama the amazing ancient site located in the coastline. 5000 years of history in two days This journey blends archaeology, cycling adventure, and breathtaking landscapes, offering a unique way to experience Peru’s deep cultural roots.
Season: April to December.
Two riding days.
Level/skills: All.
2 GREAT STAGES:
Stage 1: LIMA / SUPE CARAL
Depart Lima 5:30 am. Around 9 to 10 am we will be at the starting point to ride along the valley of Supe River. Arrive at the hotel (500m) in the afternoon and after lunch we reach the Sacred City of Caral, the oldest city in the Americas that dates back nearly 5,000 years.
Stage 2: SUPE CARAL / LIMA
Ride to the newly uncovered site of Peñico (600m) dated with near 4,000 years, visit the archaeological site, then begin the descend to the coast to reach its contemporary Vichama archaeological site. Lunch on the way to Lima.
NOTE: The order of visits of Caral and Peñico will depend on the hour we arrive to places.
All year available
This is a dry place available to ride at any month, the only issue it may have is during months of rain in the Andes, rivers come with strenght, producing some floods or cutting roads, so when planning in these months take note the possibility of these issues.
WHAT´S INCLUDED:
Private transportation, lodging, guiding, mechanical basic aid, some snack food during the rides, hydration, vegan or any special diet is not supplied but we can arrange some stuff if the destination can support it.
NOT INCLUDED:
Medical, accident insurances, flights, shuttle transfers to starting or from the ending point, hotels before and after the trip, meals not specified on the trip plan.
BIKES: We suggest to bring yours, in that case we suggest a hardtail or a full suspension with XC tires. Bikes are not included by default but if you need to rent some ask for the kind of bike we may supply and its cost.
CLOTHES: Helmet, gloves, sunglasses, backpack 2lt capacity, fresh clothes. The coast depending the season reaches 12°C to 30°C with a very low possibility of rain, but a windvest is useful for the ride down to the coastline. Don´t forget sunscreen.
Trip Facts:
TERRAIN: Gravel roads and paths, paved road sections.
ALTITUDES: Coast valley from sea level to 800m.
DIFFICULTY: Not difficult for climbing.
DISTANCES: An average of 40K to 80K per ride, it may vary depending the topography of the stage and physical condition of participant.
About the Trip:
The most part of this trip is considered to be ridden on gravel and paved roads. We have chosen these tracks because of the beauty of the places, far from the main road traffic and because we will be able to enjoy the peaceful life of the coast and valleys countryside.
At the end of each day, we spend the night in different kinds of homestays: family lodges, basic bed & breakfasts and Andean community houses.
And every stage includes shuttle rides with the goal to enjoy the best riding section in every stage and avoid urban places or highways. Transportation may partially support riders in some destinations.
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OUR BASIC CONDITIONS:
Any broken or damaged part of the bike or equipment, intentionally or not, caused by riders or terrain issues must get paid back at commercial prices (ex: frame, levers, gears, derailleur, tyres, wheels, helmet, gloves, etc).
Any injury caused by any reason during the ride is the full responsibility of the rider and any medical or transportation cost must be covered by the rider. This is an adventure sport activity subject by its nature to any kind of non-expected events.
