Chautauqua 2023 - Ancient Peruvian Pyramids
5000 Years of Pyramids in Northern Coastal Peru
The northern coastal valleys of Peru contain some of the oldest pyramids built on Earth. Beginning before 3000 BCE, mutliple civilizations rose and fell in those valleys until the arrival of the Europeans in the 16th century. This 10 day travel course will visit many of them, some in quite remote places.
For people with an interest in...
History, archaeology, anthropology, archaeoastronomy, architecture, religious studies, sociology, and other related science and social sciences fields.
Prerequisites
While not required, participants are encouraged to have at least some knowledge of the ancient Andean history and the archaeology of Peru. Dr. Ed Barnhart can recommend readings for those interested in learning more before the trip. Day trips will involve walking in extremely hot and dry weather. While it will not be physically challenging, participants in weak physical condition are encouraged to build strength and stamina before the trip.
Costs
$3800 per person (double room lodging)Add $550 for single room lodging supplement
$500 deposit due upon registration
50% balance due 90 days before the course (Jan 14)
Final balance due 30 days before the course (Mar 14)
Flights
Participants are responsible for arranging their own flight reservations to and from Lima, and a one-way flight from Chiclayo back to Lima. Since participants come from all over the country, recommending a single flight is impossible. The options are many for this trip. As of November 2022, round trip flights from Miami to Lima are running below $500. Departures from other cities add a few hundred to that. The one-way from Chiclayo to Lima on LATAM Airlines is under $100. Of course, the airline industry is dependent on the market and fees are subject to change.Hotels During the Travel Course (these or similar)
Lima - Hotel Miraflores ColonBarranca - Hotel Chavin
Chavin - Hotel Inca
Casma - Los Poncianas Hotel
Trujillo - Hotel Costa de Sol
Chiclayo - Casa Andina
Included
Lodging, private ground transportation, breakfasts, all entry fees, local professional guides, and evening lectures. Digital copies of the presentations given during the course will be provided to each participant.Not Included
Airfare to/from Lima, one way flight from Chiclayo back to Lima, lunches, dinners, and gratuities.Peruvian Tourist Visas
Easy! Fill out a tourist visa form on the airplane and hand it to immigration upon entry. No extra fees or applications needed.Its always a good idea to make sure your passport has at least six months left before expiration and one fully blank page free of stamps.
How to register for the travel course
To secure a place in the course, a $500 deposit to Ancient Explorations is required. The travel course is limited to 20 participants. Balance payments will be due in two installements - 50% due at 90 days before the course on January 14th and the remaining 50% due at 30 days before the course on March 14th.
You must also fill out the registration form (PDF) and email it to Ancient Explorations at info@ancientexploration.com. Or if you prefer, send a printed out copy to the address below.
Pay by check
Please send your deposit by check made out to Ancient Explorations to:Ancient Explorations
3267 Bee Caves Rd
Suite 107-161
Austin, TX 78746
Pay with PayPal
Course Itinerary
April 14-23, 2023
