CRUISE SHORE EXCURSIONS
Shore Tours from Salaverry Port
Shore tours from Salaverry Port connect you with Trujillo’s remarkable archaeological and colonial heritage, including Chan Chan, Huaca de la Luna and the historic city centre, with carefully planned experiences designed around your cruise schedule.
Direct Port Pick-Up
Return to Ship Guaranteed
Local Operator Since 2007
Cruise-Timed Departures
FROM SALAVERRY PORT
Discover Trujillo with Shore Tours from Salaverry Port
Shore tours from Salaverry Port offer cruise passengers an easy way to explore Trujillo and some of northern Peru’s most important archaeological and cultural landmarks. Our excursions include direct pick-up inside the port, comfortable private transport, experienced local guides and carefully coordinated timings around your ship’s schedule. Visit the impressive Chan Chan archaeological complex, Huaca de la Luna, Trujillo’s colonial centre and other highlights depending on the experience you select. Salaverry Port is the perfect starting point for discovering the ancient Moche and Chimú cultures, with every itinerary planned around your ship’s arrival and all-aboard time.
From remarkable adobe cities and ancient temples to colonial streets, local traditions and archaeological treasures, our shore tours from Salaverry Port offer thoughtfully planned ways to discover northern Peru with direct port pick-up and the reassurance of a guaranteed return to your ship.
Need Help Planning Your Shore Excursion?
Our local team can help you choose the most suitable experience based on your ship’s schedule, interests and available time in port.
FEATURED SHORE EXCURSIONS
Ancient Cultures & Trujillo from Salaverry Port
Our shore tours from Salaverry Port are carefully planned around your cruise schedule, combining Trujillo’s archaeological treasures, colonial heritage and local culture with direct port pick-up and a guaranteed return to your ship.
SALAVERRY PORT · TRUJILLO
Trujillo, Chan Chan, Huaca de la Luna & Huanchaco
SALAVERRY PORT · TRUJILLO
Chan Chan, Huaca de la Luna & Huaca del Dragón
5–6 HOURS · GROUP TOUR
FROM SHIP TO SHORE
Your Day Ashore from Salaverry Port
Our shore tours from Salaverry Port are organised around your ship’s arrival and departure times, with direct port pick-up, comfortable transport and reliable local coordination throughout the day. Explore Trujillo’s archaeological heritage, from Huaca de la Luna and Chan Chan to the historic centre and nearby coastal areas, with every excursion planned to make the most of your time ashore.
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Your Ship Arrives
We follow your ship’s arrival and adjust the departure time when necessary.
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Meet Our Team
Meet your JD Adventure Travel representative directly inside Salaverry Port and begin your excursion.
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Explore
Explore archaeological sites and cultural highlights with comfortable transport and an English-speaking local guide.
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Return to Your Ship
Your return is carefully scheduled with sufficient time before your ship’s all-aboard deadline.
SALAVERRY PORT INFORMATION
Where to Meet Your Guide at Salaverry Port
Our shore tours from Salaverry Port are scheduled around your cruise ship’s arrival and departure times. JD Adventure Travel provides direct pick-up inside the port, allowing guests to meet our team shortly after disembarkation and begin the excursion without unnecessary delays.
Your representative will be waiting at the confirmed meeting point with clear identification. Once all guests are ready, your tour will depart towards Trujillo and the surrounding archaeological sites. We continue monitoring the ship’s schedule throughout the day to keep your excursion properly coordinated.
Good to know: Direct port pick-up is included with our shore tours from Salaverry Port. Before your arrival, we will provide clear meeting instructions, including the confirmed location and departure time, so you can find our team easily.
PRIVATE SHORE EXCURSIONS
Explore Salaverry Your Way
Enjoy a more flexible way to discover northern Peru. Our private shore tours from Salaverry Port can be adapted to your interests, preferred pace and time ashore, with direct port pick-up, private transport and your own local guide.
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Planning a Shore Excursion Elsewhere in South America?
If your cruise itinerary includes another South American port, we may also be able to arrange a private excursion tailored to your available time ashore. Our team can assist with selected destinations in Chile, Argentina, Brazil and beyond, coordinating each experience around your ship’s schedule. Simply send us your cruise ship, port and travel date, and we will review the available options.
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SALAVERRY PORT FAQs
Helpful Information Before Your Day Ashore
Find answers to the most common questions about shore tours from Salaverry Port, direct port pick-up, cruise timings, private excursions, archaeological visits, cancellations and returning to your ship on time.
What happens if my ship arrives late?
Our shore tours from Salaverry Port are planned with flexibility in mind. If your ship arrives later than scheduled, our operations team will review the revised timings and adjust the excursion wherever possible. Depending on the time available, we may change the order of visits, reduce the duration of selected stops or modify the departure time while preserving the main highlights. Every adjustment is carefully coordinated with your ship’s updated all-aboard time to ensure a smooth and practical day ashore.
Will you return us to the ship on time?
Yes. Every shore tour from Salaverry Port is planned around your ship’s published all-aboard time, with a comfortable return margin included wherever possible. During the excursion, our team continuously considers the cruise schedule and may adjust the pace, route or duration of selected visits when necessary. Our priority is to provide an enjoyable day ashore while ensuring you return to Salaverry Port with sufficient time before your ship’s departure.
Where will we meet you at Salaverry Port?
Your JD Adventure Travel representative will meet you directly inside Salaverry Port, close to the cruise terminal. Our authorised vehicles can enter the port, allowing us to collect guests without requiring an external shuttle or separate meeting point. Before your arrival, we will send clear instructions with the confirmed meeting time and exact location. If your ship’s schedule changes, we will adjust the meeting time accordingly.
Will you pick us up inside Salaverry Port?
Yes. For our shore tours from Salaverry Port, JD Adventure Travel provides direct collection inside the port. Our authorised vehicles are permitted to enter the terminal area, so you do not need to use an external shuttle or travel to a meeting point outside the port. Your representative and vehicle will be waiting at the confirmed collection point, and we will send you the exact meeting location and time before arrival.
Are your shore excursions private or shared?
We offer both private and small-group shore tours from Salaverry Port, depending on the excursion selected. Private tours include dedicated transport and a guide for your party, giving you greater flexibility with pace, stops and sightseeing. Small-group departures are limited in size and carefully timed around your cruise schedule. The service type is clearly shown on each tour page, and private arrangements can also be requested for couples, families or groups.
What happens if my cruise ship cannot dock at Salaverry Port?
If your cruise ship is unable to call at Salaverry Port due to weather, operational restrictions or another circumstance beyond your control, please contact us as soon as the change is confirmed. We will review the services affected and apply the relevant cancellation and refund conditions according to your booking. Where possible, we can also assist with alternative arrangements if your ship is redirected to another suitable port or date.
Can you arrange a private excursion specifically for my cruise ship?
Yes. Private shore tours from Salaverry Port can be tailored around your ship’s arrival time, all-aboard time, interests and preferred pace. Depending on the time available, we can combine highlights such as Huaca de la Luna, Chan Chan, Trujillo’s historic centre and Huanchaco, or create a more relaxed itinerary for couples, families and small private groups. Once we know your cruise ship, date, number of passengers and main interests, we can recommend a programme that fits comfortably within your time in port and includes direct pick-up inside Salaverry Port.
Can I visit Machu Picchu from Salaverry Port?
Yes, for selected cruise itineraries with sufficient time available in Peru. Salaverry Port can be the starting point for a carefully planned multi-day journey to Cusco and Machu Picchu, using private transfers and domestic flights via Lima. These programmes depend on your ship’s itinerary, flight connections, train schedules and Machu Picchu entrance availability. We review your complete cruise schedule before confirming the journey and coordinate the route carefully so you can rejoin your ship at the most suitable port.
What happens if a flight delay affects my return to the ship?
For multi-day journeys from Salaverry Port involving domestic flights, our team plans each connection with appropriate time margins wherever possible. If a flight is delayed or disrupted, we will review the available alternatives and coordinate with airlines, transport providers and other suppliers to find the most practical solution. This may involve adjusting transfers or reorganising part of the itinerary, subject to availability. For programmes such as Machu Picchu, return logistics are carefully planned around your cruise schedule. We strongly recommend comprehensive travel insurance covering flight delays, missed connections and other unexpected disruptions.
