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Trujillo 3-Day Itinerary (2 Nights)

A 3-day route through Trujillo grouped by daily travel distance for optimal sightseeing.

Distances are straight-line, so actual transit times will differ. Feel free to reorder the stops. · Updated August 15, 2026

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DAY 1

Around Chan Chan · Heritage & monuments·Temples & religious sites

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  1. Morning
    Chan Chan

    Heritage & monuments

    This site, once the capital of the ancient Chimú kingdom, lies 5 km west of Trujillo. Here you can explore what's believed to have been the largest city in pre-Columbian South America.

  2. After lunch
    Huaca Esmeralda

    Heritage & monuments · 3.1 km from the previous stop

    An adobe archaeological site of the Chimú culture in Trujillo, built at an early stage in close connection with the capital, Chan Chan. Covering about 2,600 square meters, it lets visitors view ancient architectural remains up close.

  3. Afternoon
    Trujillo Peru Temple

    Temples & religious sites · 1.6 km from the previous stop

    This temple of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Trujillo is the second to be built in Peru, after the Lima Temple. It serves as a spiritual center for members in the northern region and is worth visiting for its neat, orderly architecture.

  4. Evening
    Huaca del Dragón

    Heritage & monuments · 3 km from the previous stop

    This adobe temple stands near the Chan Chan ruins in Trujillo and once served as a center of religion and administration. Its highlight is a relief mural carved with rainbow motifs.

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DAY 2

Around Huaca de la Luna · Heritage & monuments·Nature

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  1. Morning
    Huaca de la Luna

    Heritage & monuments

    A large adobe brick site of the Moche civilization near Trujillo, Peru, inhabited from roughly the 1st to 9th centuries. Together with Huaca del Sol, it stands as a major site revealing traces of the ancient Moche capital.

  2. After lunch
    Lake Conache

    Nature · 4.2 km from the previous stop

    A quiet lake in the village of Conache, near Trujillo in Peru's La Libertad region. It's a good place to get away from the busy city and relax amid peaceful natural scenery.

  3. Afternoon
    Plazuela El Recreo

    Parks & gardens · 8 km from the previous stop

    This traditional square is located in Trujillo's historic district. It's a great place to rest in the shade of fig trees or enjoy a variety of cultural events.

  4. Evening
    Plaza de Armas of Trujillo

    Parks & gardens · 0.7 km from the previous stop

    A plaza at the heart of Trujillo's historic district, marking the starting point of the city's founding during Spanish colonial rule. Surrounded by landmarks like the city hall and cathedral, it's a pleasant place to stroll and take in the city's history.

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DAY 3

Around Trujillo Cathedral · Temples & religious sites·Heritage & monuments

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  1. Morning
    Trujillo Cathedral

    Temples & religious sites

    This cathedral stands on the Plaza de Armas in Trujillo, Peru. Construction took 19 years, and its historical value was recognized when it was designated a minor basilica in 1967.

  2. Afternoon
    Statua antropofica

    Heritage & monuments · 0.1 km from the previous stop

    This sculpture stands in Plaza de Armas, the heart of Trujillo's old town. It's surrounded by historic buildings such as the cathedral and city hall, making it a great spot to explore together.

  3. Evening
    Caballo Muerto

    Heritage & monuments · 13.8 km from the previous stop

    An archaeological site in the Moche Valley of northern Peru, home to a cluster of earthen mound ruins built over a long span of time. A good place to get a close-up look at traces of an ancient civilization.

Where to stay for this itinerary

Around Chan Chan, the anchor of day one. Staying here keeps your first day's travel shortest.

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