Top Lima Full-day Tours

Discover Lima’s most popular attractions and neighborhoods during a full-day tour of the city. Marvel at the colonial architecture of Plaza de Armas, eat lunch in the trendy Miraflores neighborhood, and find street art in the bohemian Barranco district. Meanwhile, learn about Peru’s ancient Incan empire and Spanish colonial rule as you visit key historical sites, and gain an insight into life in Peru now.

Immerse yourself in the culture and scenery of the Ballestas Islands, Paracas, and Huacachina Oasis on this full-day trip. Beat vacation planning overwhelm and leave the logistics and organization to your guide. Enjoy a comprehensive itinerary that includes a speedboat tour, a vineyard visit, a sandbuggy ride and dinner. Don't worry about getting sore feet, as you relax in an air-conditioned vehicle between stops.

Experience Paracas, Ica and the oasis of Huacachina in an experience designed for those who value comfort, good organization and high-level service from Lima. Relax and leave it all to experts as you enjoy a well-structured tour, where every detail is carefully coordinated so you can explore the desert, sea and essence of Peru in one day. Thinking about different travel styles, we have three options: Essential, Premium and Private, each with different benefits and service levels. We suggest you review the information of each alternative before booking, so you can choose the option that best suits your ideal experience.

EPIC DAY TRIP FROM LIMA - 5 Great experiences: Boat tour around the Ballestas Islands (cute penguins, sea lions, migratory birds, and more). Authentic local experience "wine and Pisco tasting". Try local wines the famous Pisco (liquor made from grapes) and accompany this activity with a delicious local lunch (optional). Get on board, fast your seat belt, and tour the impressive dunes of the Ica desert by buggy, grab your sandboard, slide face down the dunes, and be surprised by the beautiful sunset in the middle of a vast desert.

Live the adventure by visiting the Oasis of Huacachina and Paracas, we will enjoy a lot of adrenaline in the desert dunes and we will observe marine fauna, all this in a whole day. In Paracas we will board to the Ballestas Islands, seeing a variety of sea lions, dolphins, guano birds and penguins. Finally we will go to the famous Oasis of America HUACACHINA, where we will do adventure sports on Buggies (sand cars) and sandboarding on the dunes of this beautiful desert. Visit the Oasis of America: Huacachina Experience the adventure inside a buggy and practice sandboarding in the desert, Admire the marine fauna in Paracas and the enigmatic figure of the Candelabra, Try our national drink Pisco, Enjoy a personalized experience, One-way transfers are included and return to your accommodation

Get acquainted with the rich regal history of Lima on an educational sightseeing tour of the Peruvian capital. Alongside a knowledgeable guide, delve into the ambient tangle of Lima’s historical center; gaze at the fabulous façade of the Presidential Palace; descend to the eerie catacombs of San Francisco Monastery; and admire the ancient Dominicans Tower. A portion of your tour goes to an NGO that support social projects in the community.

Calling all nature lovers, this tour allows you to swim alongside wild sea lions in their natural environment. Departing Lima, travel by boat to the Guanera Islands (Islas Guaneras), home to Humboldt penguins, guano birds, and sea lions. Plunge into the water to enjoy a supervised swim with the marine mammals before admiring rock formations and other wildlife on your return journey. Refreshments are included.

THE MOST COMPLETE AND EXCLUSVE DAY TRIP FROM LIMA IN A LUXURY BUS. 1) 2 HOUR BALLESTAS ISLANDS: visit wild marine life and the Candelabra. 2) AMERICA´S OLDEST VINEYARD, LA CARAVEDO: Peruvian Lunch and Pisco tour. No other tour comes to this vineyard, ask upfront. 3) HUACACHINA: Explore the Oasis at your leisure. 4) 2 HOUR BUGGY - SANDBOARDING: Feel the adrenaline riding the highest dunes of Peru like a rollercoaster. 5) PICNIC AT SUNSET: Magical Sunset Picnic in the middle of the Desert. No other tour offers this experience, ask upfront. HSE (HEALTH, SAFETY, AND ENVIRONMENT): The only company in Peru offering helmets for the buggy tour and a safety back-up plan. COMFY AND CONVINIENT: Tours 365 days a year 100% guaranteed. Pick-up/Drop off in Luxury bus equipped with AC, USB ports, clean restroom, 24/7 GPS and Speed Control. ALL-INCLUSIVE: All tours, fees, lunch and picnic included. TOP-QUALITY EXPERIENCE: Highly trained guides who speak fluent English.

Lima's bohemian Barranco neighborhood has a thriving food scene, but, for visitors, it can be difficult to choose which venues to visit. Take the guesswork out of your trip on this small-group walking food tour that takes you to the area's best restaurants and shops to sample a plethora of Peruvian foods and drinks.

Visit the top attractions of Lima on this guided tour of the city. Explore the highlights of the city including Huaca Pucllana, El Parque del Amor, San Martin Plaza, and the spooky catacombs. Follow your local guide as you learn about the history and culture of the city. Enjoy a delicious lunch at the local markets and have a taste of the famous local ceviche.

Discover Lima's best side on this guided evening tour of the city. Dress up for cocktails at a trendy beachfront bar, enjoy gourmet dining at a restaurant inside of a 2,500-year-old archaeological complex, and finish up with a walking tour of the bohemian Barranco district en route to dessert. This tour includes all food, drinks, and transportation, ensuring a night to remember.

Explore Lima by bike on an off-the-beaten-track cycle tour from Miraflores. Ideal for active travelers, this bike tour covers top Lima attractions—including the pre-Inca ruins of Huaca Pucllana, El Malecon, and the Bridge of Sighs—and hidden gems in the bohemian neighborhood of Barranco. This small-group tour, limited to eight people, offers a morning or afternoon departure time.

Expand your awareness of Peruvian nature and culture on this guided tour to the Ballestas Islands and Paracas National Reserve from Lima. Take a boat tour of the Ballestas Islands and then tour the Paracas National Reserve in the afternoon, which hosts one of the world's highest concentrations of seabirds.

Discover Paracas, Ica and the oasis of Huacachina in an experience designed for travelers looking for comfort, organization and higher-level service from Lima. Forget the logistics and enjoy a smooth tour where every detail has been carefully planned so you can experience the desert, sea and Peruvian culture in one day, without worry. To adapt to your travel style, we offer three experience options: Essential, Premium and Private, each with different inclusions and service levels. We recommend reviewing the details of each option before booking, to choose the one that best fits what you want to live.

Private rides can be very expensive to book—instead, book this Jorge Chavez International Airport Shared Transfer Service from Miraflores that gives you the same awesome service at a much more budget-friendly price. Get picked up from your Lima accommodation or hotel in Miraflores and get taken to the LIM Airport in time for your flight, along with other travelers going to the same destination.

Taste your way through historic Lima on an evening food tour that combines local landmarks with a series of food and drink tastings. Since Lima draws foods and traditions from all around the country, you’ll have the chance to try a wide range of treats, with a local guide to help find the very best versions among the overwhelming options in the city center.

Discover the Ballestas Islands, Peru’s answer to the Galapagos Islands, and ride the sand dunes of Huacachina on this action-packed day tour from Lima—which saves you the hassle of booking multiple activities separately. Increase your chances of spotting wildlife during a boat tour of the Ballestas Islands, taste Peru’s national drink, and enjoy an exhilarating afternoon of sandboarding and a dune buggy ride.

Cruise off the coast of Lima during a half-day tour of five islands. Sail aboard a speedboat and relax with provided snacks and beverages while you sightsee. Admire the beautiful natural scenery en route to El Camotal, San Lorenzo, and the Palomino Islands. Then slip on a provided wetsuit and life jacket before you frolic in the Pacific Ocean with sea lions.

This experience is special because your guide is a former official guide of Huaca Pucllana, who has interpreted the site for years, worked alongside archaeologists, and understands its history at a level few guides can offer. You won't just see the site; you'll decipher it. I share unique stories, excavation details, and cultural insights that traditional tours often overlook, giving you a deeper and clearer understanding of this ancient civilization. Because the tour is private, you can proceed at your own pace, ask all the questions you want, and enjoy a personalized, engaging, and culturally rich visit—perfect for travelers who value authenticity and expert knowledge.

Get hands-on experience preparing some of Peru’s most iconic dishes and shopping at a local market during this Lima cooking class. First stop by the market to pick out fresh meat and produce, discovering the incredible diversity of ingredients in Peruvian cuisine. Then head to the kitchen choosing to prepare a choice of fish, chicken, beef or vegetarian dish like ‘Ceviche’ learning the necessary steps in fun, relaxed atmosphere. Your cooking excursion also includes round-trip hotel transport (for most areas of Lima), professional chef instructor, snacks and either lunch or dinner.

Experience a more authentic, less-touristy side of Lima during this half-day, small-group walking tour through the city’s Chorillos and Barranco neighborhoods. Observe the hum of activity in ‘fish town,’ a section of Chorillos that hosts a fish market and a cast of local fishermen, before heading to the nearby cliffs to sample some local snacks. Continue to the increasingly trendy Barranco area to admire colorful mansions and hip art galleries.

Unlike others, our tour will connect you with the past and present in an unforgettable experience. We start in Paracas, where you will be fascinated with its stunning coastal landscapes, the diversity of exotic birds and the majesty of the Ballestas Islands. Then, in Ica, you will discover the art of pisco in its emblematic wineries and experience the thrill of touring the imposing dunes in a buggy ride. Finally, Huacachina awaits you with its magical atmosphere, an oasis in the middle of the desert ideal for relaxing or sliding on the sand with sandboarding. Don’t miss this unique adventure! Book now and live an unforgettable experience.

Enjoy a day filled with fun, facts, and feasts on this comprehensive Lima city tour. Take a walking tour around the historical center of Lima to learn about the ‘City of the Kings’ before heading to the Magic Water and Lasers Dance Show. Watch the fountains spout water and colorful lasers that dance along with the music. End the day with a delicious dinner at a local restaurant.