Travel from Paracas or Pisco to Tambo Colorado, one of the best-preserved Inca adobe administrative centers on Peru\u2019s coast.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":416,"menu_order":0,"template":"","categories":[],"tags":[],"destino":[72],"servicio":[50],"tipo-tour":[49],"trekking":[],"class_list":["post-830","tour","type-tour","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","destino-paracas","servicio-group-service","tipo-tour-cultural"],"acf":{"badge":"Inca history","precio":39,"rating":5,"duracion":"4 hours","review_count":0,"tipo_de_servicio":"Shared cultural tour","gallery":[1328,1334,832],"layout":[{"acf_fc_layout":"summary","title":"Discover the Inca presence in the Pisco Valley","description":"
Explore Tambo Colorado, an important Inca administrative center built in the Pisco Valley during the 15th century. Its name refers to the red pigment still visible on some walls, alongside rare traces of yellow and white.<\/p>
On this guided visit, identify plazas, enclosures, storage areas, trapezoidal niches and spaces connected to territorial administration and the Andean road network. The experience includes transport from Paracas or Pisco and time at the site exhibition room when open.<\/p>"}],"highlights":null,"details":[{"icon_select":"start","icon":"","text":"Start:<\/strong> central accommodation in Paracas or Pisco"},{"icon_select":"end","icon":"","text":"End:<\/strong> Paracas or Pisco"},{"icon_select":"time","icon":"","text":"Duration:<\/strong> approximately 4 hours"},{"icon_select":"distance","icon":"","text":"Distance:<\/strong> about 47 km \/ 29 mi each way from Pisco"},{"icon_select":"difficulty","icon":"","text":"Difficulty:<\/strong> easy, with walking on uneven ground"},{"icon_select":"highest_altitude","icon":"","text":"Site altitude:<\/strong> approximately 484 m \/ 1,588 ft"},{"icon_select":"type_service","icon":"","text":"Service:<\/strong> shared"},{"icon_select":"language","icon":"","text":"Languages:<\/strong> Spanish and English, depending on departure"}],"tour_sections":[{"acf_fc_layout":"information_features","title_acc":"Important information","title":"Before visiting Tambo Colorado","description":" The site is managed by Peru\u2019s Ministry of Culture. Opening hours, fees and access to specific areas may vary due to conservation, maintenance or operational conditions.<\/p>","items":[{"icon":"","text":"Admission:<\/strong> the archaeological-site ticket is paid separately."},{"icon":"","text":"Terrain:<\/strong> expect dirt paths, uneven ground and direct sun exposure."},{"icon":"","text":"Conservation:<\/strong> touching walls or painted surfaces is prohibited."},{"icon":"","text":"Confirmation:<\/strong> your pickup time is sent before departure."}]},{"acf_fc_layout":"inclusions","title_acc":"Included \/ Not included","title":"Included","items":" Stay on the authorized circuit and follow staff instructions. Adobe and mural pigments are especially fragile. Departure may be rescheduled if the site closes for conservation, weather, official orders or force majeure.<\/p>"},{"acf_fc_layout":"faqs","title_acc":"Frequently asked questions","title":"Tambo Colorado Tour FAQs","items":[{"question":"Is admission included?","answer":" No. Admission is paid directly and may change under Ministry of Culture regulations.<\/p>"},{"question":"Where does the tour depart from?","answer":" Service covers selected central accommodation in Paracas or Pisco. The exact location is confirmed before departure.<\/p>"},{"question":"How long is the site visit?","answer":" The visit usually lasts between one hour and ninety minutes, depending on the authorized circuit.<\/p>"},{"question":"Is the tour suitable for children?","answer":" Yes, provided they can walk on uneven terrain and remain accompanied by an adult.<\/p>"},{"question":"Why is it called Tambo Colorado?","answer":" The name refers to the red coloring preserved on its walls, with additional traces of white and yellow.<\/p>"}]}],"titulo_itinerario":"Tambo Colorado Tour itinerary","itinerary_days":[{"day_title":"Half day","route":"Paracas\/Pisco \u2013 Humay \u2013 Tambo Colorado \u2013 Paracas\/Pisco","food":"","hotel":"","map":"","stops":[{"place":"Pickup in Paracas or Pisco","duration":"15 min","ticket":false,"image":null,"description":" Meet at a selected centrally located accommodation or confirmed point. 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See characteristic Inca forms and surviving pigment traces.<\/p>","map_lat":"","map_lng":""},{"place":"Return to Paracas or Pisco","duration":"1 h","ticket":false,"image":null,"description":" Return to the starting area after the visit. Timing may vary with traffic and accommodation location.<\/p>","map_lat":"","map_lng":""}]}],"wetravel_uid":"","wetravel_uuid":"","wetravel_button_text":"Book now","wetravel_calendar_title":"","availability_notice":"Departure is subject to availability and site opening. We confirm the pickup time after booking.","features":[{"icon":"","text":"Round-trip transport"},{"icon":"","text":"Professional guide"},{"icon":"","text":"Pre-trip assistance"}],"promo_card":{"icon":"","title":"","description":"","link":null},"duracion_filtro":"","horario_salida":"","promo_enabled":false,"promo_price":"","promo_label":"","promo_end_date":null},"yoast_head":"\n