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Trujillo (Salaverry), Peru
We dock in the port town of Salaverry in Trujillo, a historic city on the banks of a picturesque river in the Moche Valley. While it bustles like an emerging modern city now, it was once home to the great prehistoric cultures of the Moche and Chimu.
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What you NEED TO KNOW
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Port Name & Location
Banana Coast Port
Ship will DOCK at this port. -
Time Zone
PET (Peru Time)
UTC/GMT -5 hours -
Language
The local language is one of three: Aymara, Spanish and Quechua. -
Currency & Shopping
Peruvian Nuevo Sol (PEN)
Native Crafts and street markets. -
Famous For
Founded by the Spanish conquistador Pizarro, Salaverry has many archaeological excavations and is a jumping-off spot for a visit to fascinating Machu Picchu. -
Fun Fact #1
What remains in Machu Picchu are extraordinary stone buildings built by the Incas for use as temples, sanctuaries and homes. -
Fun Fact: Foodies
Be sure to sample lomo saltado — Peruvian stir-fry with beef tenderloin, onions and tomatoes — or barbecued alpaca. -
Fun Fact: Landmarks
Originally built in 1460, Machu Picchu, known as “Lost City of the Incas,” is perched 7,875 feet above sea level and has a 1,800-foot vertical drop face.