Royal Archaeological Route Royal Tombs of Sipán Museum and Huaca Rajada
Our Lord of Sipán tour visits the site where his intact tomb was discovered and the Royal Tombs Museum, which displays his treasures of gold, silver and precious stones.
The treasure of a Moche ruler
Summary
In 1987, at the Huaca Rajada of Sipán, archaeologists discovered the intact tomb of a Moche ruler known as the Lord of Sipán. The find, considered one of the most important in American archaeology, revealed the wealth and sophistication of this culture.
On the Lord of Sipán tour, you first visit the Huaca Rajada complex in the morning, where the royal tombs and their site museum are located, with replicas showing how they were found. Then, in the afternoon, you tour the Royal Tombs of Sipán Museum, in Lambayeque, one of the most important museums in Peru.
There you can admire the original funerary offerings of the Lord of Sipán, such as crowns, necklaces, ear ornaments, scepters and pectorals of gold, silver and precious stones, in a museum design that recreates the tomb in its original context. You can complement it with the Valley of the Pyramids of Túcume; also, in Trujillo, the Lady of Cao shows another great Moche ruler.
Highlights
Itinerary
08:30 - 09:00
Hotel pickup
We pick you up at your hotel in central Chiclayo before the tour.
Our team picks you up at your hotel. Then we begin the tour to Sipán by tourist transportation.
09:00 - 09:45
Transfer to Sipán
Drive among sugarcane fields until we reach Huaca Rajada.
We drive southeast of Chiclayo, among sugarcane fields, until we reach the Huaca Rajada archaeological complex.
09:45 - 11:30
Huaca Rajada and site museum
Royal tombs and replicas of the find.
Then we explore the Huaca Rajada complex, where the royal tombs are located with replicas showing the original layout of the burials; also, we visit its site museum.
11:30 - 13:00
Transfer and lunch in Lambayeque
Free time for lunch before the museum.
Later, we transfer to Lambayeque, where you have free time for lunch and to taste the region’s cuisine.
13:00 - 15:00
Royal Tombs of Sipán Museum
The original treasures of the Lord of Sipán.
Then we visit the Royal Tombs of Sipán Museum, which displays the original funerary offerings of the Lord of Sipán and other members of the Moche elite.
15:00 - 15:30
Return to Chiclayo
Return to your hotel when the tour ends.
Finally, we return to Chiclayo and drop you off at your hotel.
Include
What does it include?
- Pickup from hotels in central Chiclayo
- Tourist transportation during the tour
- Professional guide in English or Spanish
- Entrance to the Huaca Rajada complex and site museum
- Entrance to the Royal Tombs of Sipán Museum
- Permanent assistance during the tour
What's not included?
- Lunch
- Drinks and snacks
- Tips for the guide
- Travel insurance
Important information
What to bring
Light, cool clothing
Light jacket for the morning
Comfortable sneakers
Sunscreen, hat and sunglasses
Water
Cash for personal expenses
Passport or identification document
Sun and weather
The archaeological sites of the northern coast are open and have little shade. The sun is intense, especially between December and April, so sunscreen and a hat are essential.
Operating days
The Royal Tombs of Sipán Museum and other museums in the region have a weekly closing day, so we coordinate the tour date when you book.
Recommendations
Photography is not allowed inside the Royal Tombs Museum; also, visitors are asked to leave backpacks and cameras in storage before entering.
Gallery
FAQ
Who was the Lord of Sipán?
He was a ruler of the Moche culture who lived about 1,700 years ago. Therefore, his tomb, found intact in 1987, contained one of the richest funerary offerings in the Americas.
Are the museum pieces original?
Yes. On the Lord of Sipán tour, the Royal Tombs Museum displays the original pieces found in the tombs, while at Huaca Rajada replicas are shown at the site of the discovery.
Can I take photos?
At Huaca Rajada, yes. However, at the Royal Tombs Museum photography is not allowed.
How demanding is the tour?
It is an easy tour, because the walks are short and most visits are inside museums.
Can I combine it with Túcume?
Yes. We can organize a tour combining the Lord of Sipán tour with the Valley of the Pyramids of Túcume.
Can I book this tour as a private service?
Yes. The tour is available as a group or private service, so you can choose the option that suits you.
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