12-Hour Chacas and Pomallucay Church Tour from Huaraz

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Take in breathtaking mountain panoramas from Punta Olímpica, the world's highest tunnel
• 02 Explore Chacas, known for its traditional architecture and wooden balconies
• 03 Visit the Pomallucay Cathedral and discover the town's heritage
• 04 Appreciate wood carving, glass art, and weaving at the Don Bosco artisans' workshop

Explore the cultural and scenic wonders near Huaraz on a day trip to Chacas. Take in breathtaking mountain panoramas from Punta Olímpica, the world's highest tunnel, and admire the green turquoise lagoons of the Andes along the way. In Chacas, discover traditional architecture, wooden balconies, and the Pomallucay Cathedral. The experience also includes a visit to the Don Bosco artisans' workshop, where you can appreciate wood carving, glass art, and weaving.

Make a short stop at Punta Olímpica tunnel, the highest in the world, for panoramic views of Huascarán, Chopicalqui, Hualcán, and Ulta.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 12 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Huaraz, Carhuaz, Huascarán National Park, Chacas

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Chacas, Punta Olímpica, and Pomallucay Church

• Depart from Huaraz at 7 am and head north to Carhuaz, ascending towards the Ulta Valley.
• Make a short stop at Punta Olímpica tunnel, the highest in the world, for panoramic views of Huascarán, Chopicalqui, Hualcán, and Ulta.
• Admire the green turquoise lagoons of the Andes before continuing your journey.
• Arrive in Chacas and see the typical buildings and wooden balconies that characterize the town.
• Explore the Pomallucay Cathedral.
• Visit the Don Bosco artisans' workshop, directed by a group of Italian religious artisans who carve wood for export to Europe and the United States. Also appreciate the art of glass and weaving.

That will conclude your tour.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Air-conditioned transport

• English-speaking Chacas tour guide

• Hotel pick-up and drop-off

• Personal assistance

What's Not Included

• Entrance tickets to the touristic areas

• Food and beverages

• Extra transfers and services outside the itinerary

• Tips

Know before you go

• After reservation, stay in touch for the last-minute details.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Huaraz, Peru

Tour start

Huaraz, Peru

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.