Discover Lamas, the charming “City of Three Levels,” on a cultural tour full of tradition and color. Explore its historic native district, learn about ancestral customs, and enjoy privileged views of the Peruvian Amazon.
This is an authentic and unmissable experience to connect with the living culture of the jungle. Discover the folkloric capital of the Peruvian Amazon in the lovely town of Lamas and explore its medieval castle, its colorful Main Square and its friendly local community.
The incredible jungle of Tarapoto will surprise you.
Highlights
4 hours
Offered in Spanish
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
4 hours
Offered in Spanish
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Pick up & Drop off from selected hotels
Professional Guide
Museums tickets
Gratuities
Important Information
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Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Children 3 years and younger are complimentary
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Discover Lamas, the charming “City of Three Levels,” on a cultural tour full of tradition and color. Explore its historic native district, learn about ancestral customs, and enjoy privileged views of the Peruvian Amazon.
This is an authentic and unmissable experience to connect with the living culture of the jungle. Discover the folkloric capital of the Peruvian Amazon in the lovely town of Lamas and explore its medieval castle, its colorful Main Square and its friendly local community.
The incredible jungle of Tarapoto will surprise you.
Highlights
4 hours
Offered in Spanish
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
4 hours
Offered in Spanish
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Pick up & Drop off from selected hotels
Professional Guide
Museums tickets
Gratuities
Itinerary
1
Plaza de Armas de Lamas
We will pick you up from your hotel located in the city of Tarapoto to go towards Lamas located 12 miles by road. This lovely place is situated between 310 and 920 meters above sea level and that’s why it is known as the City with three natural floors. Also, it is surrounded by the Cordillera Azul national park. Upon arrival, you will take a tour around the Plaza Mayor of Lamas to appreciate different statues that represent the local customs and lifestyle. The City Hall and main Church are located around this small, but lovely square.
1 hour and 30 minutes
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Museo Chanka y de la Diversidad Lamista
You can visit the Museo Chanka y de la Diversidad Lamista (optional) on the way to Castillo de Lamas. This museum will show you the culture, history, myths and stories about Lamas.
40 minutes
3
El Castillo de Lamas
Explore the medieval Castillo de Lamas that belongs to the Italian businessman Nicola Felice, who fall in love of the city so he had built this castle as his home in 2005. With the past of the years, he decided to share this place with the local people and tourists. The Castle of Lamas was built on a hill with beautiful views to the Peruvian Amazon. Once upon inside the castle you will make a walking tour looking the regional and mythology art, as well as admire amazing murals from the local artist Geens Archentti.
1 hour
4
Barrio Huayco
The tour to Lamas continues to the neighborhood of Huayco, an ethnic Quechua speaking community that keeps the same ancestral customs. This is a special place because its inhabitants wear handmade colorful clothes and their have mud homes without windows cause they believe evil spirits enter through them. At the end of the tour, we are going to drop you off at your hotel.