Top Lima Shore Excursions - page 2

Maximize your precious vacation time in Peru and experience the best of Paracas, Icas, and Huacachina on a private day tour from Lima. After transfer to Paracas, take a yacht tour to the Ballestas Islands to see penguins and sea lions. Taste wines and pisco sours at a vineyard in El Catador, then enjoy lunch at a traditional restaurant (vegetarian option available). Take pictures at the Huacachina Oasis before riding a sandboard down the dunes.

Discover the history, art, and culture of Callao with this small-group guided tour from Lima. Travel by air-conditioned vehicle to the historic center of Callao to explore its history and landmarks, including the Real Felipe Fortress. Afterwards, see street art and murals in the artsy area before ending at La Punta for seaside views, with time for a beer and snacks (own expense).

Our tour offers an exclusive and seamless adventure to Marcahuasi in premium 4x4 vehicles, allowing you to explore remote Andean landscapes in total comfort and safety. Unlike standard tours, we avoid the crowds and long hikes by taking scenic off-road routes that few others reach. You'll experience personalized attention, a rich cultural connection with local villages, and a guided hike through the mystical Marcahuasi plateau—home to ancient ruins and surreal rock formations. Plus, we start the day with a traditional breakfast in the highlands, making this a full sensory journey from city to sky.

Learn about the amazingly diverse creatures that inhabit the coastal areas of Peru during this 4-hour Pantanos de Villa Wildlife Refuge tour in Lima. Admire the refuge’s beautiful collection of birds including Andean coots, Peruvian pelicans, gulls and Great grebes, along with the numerous fish, reptiles and amphibians that also call the site home. Your refuge visit also includes a professional guide and round-trip hotel transport.

Escape the hustle and bustle of the city and spend the day exploring the Peruvian countryside on this private tour from Lima. First, head to Paracas for a boat journey to the Ballestas Islands, home to a number of birds, penguins, and sea lions. Then, escape to a desert oasis, surrounded by sand dunes, to watch a beautiful sunset before heading back to Lima.

Whether you have a layover in Lima or just want to maximize your sightseeing time; this tour ensures you don’t waste a moment. Be picked up on arrival at Jorge Chávez airport and head straight into the city to take in the highlights with your private guide. Explore the Miraflores and Barranco districts, take a walk through the Park of Love, and visit the busy Plaza de Armas. Your tour can be adapted to your preferences, so you could also visit a museum or shop for handicrafts at the market.

Make the most of your time onshore with this guided shore excursion to Pachacamac, the pre-Inca complex and archeological site just outside Lima. Explore the pyramids, palaces, and temples overlooking the Pacific Ocean, with insightful commentary from your guide. On the way back to the port, stop in the Chorrillos district for sweeping views of Lima.

We have modern mobilities equipped with air conditioning and Wi-Fi, professional and helpful drivers who will be there to assist you at any time. Enjoy your transfer in comfortable and safe units. The driver is attentive to your flight and waits for you if it is delayed. Punctuality and satisfaction guaranteed.

Immerse yourself in Peru’s ancient history and unrivaled nature on a private tour from Lima. Begin at the Caral Archaeological Zone, where your guide offers insightful commentary into the site’s 5,000-year history. Next, embark on an off-road adventure in Huacho, where you can relax and enjoy the scenic ride while your guide maneuvers a 4x4 across the tranquil beaches of Playa Chica or Cerro Colorado.

This tour combines the traditional visit to some of the oldest archeological centers of Peru and America with a natural space like few others in the world.

Travel with a social conscience with this transfer service to and from Lima's Jorge Chavez International Airport. Part of the cost of your transfer in a private vehicle goes to the Reciprocity NGO which provides services and support for local communities living in poverty.

Callao is one of the most important and interesting places in Peru, due to its historical and economic importance, due to its proximity to the Pacific Ocean. Its very cheerful and courageous, habitants have lived for many years closely linked to the sea and fishing. We will pick you up at 9:00 a.m. from your hotel, where we will depart in the direction of Callao. First we visit the amazing Real Felipe Fortress, a well-known military building that prevented pirate attacks at the time of the viceroyalty in Peru, within this fortress we can find the artillery park, armored vehicle park, house of the governed, house of the response, among others. One of the potentials of Callao is its art, that is why we will get to know Callao Monumental, a modern place full of colors and art, starting with a visit to the old Ronald building that houses art and music, where we will see urban art, living culture and gastronomy in the Plaza Gálvez

Since Lima highlights stretch across the sprawling city, exploring with limited time can mean rushing around. Trade time waiting in taxi lines for a comfortable private tour by vehicle, visiting five different areas to sample Lima’s culture, food, and history. You’ll see Huaca Pucllana, stroll the Plaza de Armas, soak up Barranco’s bohemian vibe, find gorgeous views of the coast, and more, with hotel pickup and drop-off in selected districts.

Most tours offered by travel agencies includes a visit to one or two churches, but if you would like to visit the city of Lima from another perspective and approach, we offer you a different tour. Most of our guides has more than 10 years of experience and will make sure that you will enjoy and maximize your staying in the capital of Peru.

Get off the tourist trail and see a different side of Lima during this 7-hour exploration of the city’s lesser-known sights and working-class neighborhoods. Experience life as Lima fisherman during a 20-minute boat ride before heading to the Morro Solar viewpoint and visiting the second-largest cemetery in the world. Spend your afternoon with an upbeat, positive interaction with the city’s poorest residents in one of Lima’s hillside slums. You’ll learn about daily life in this harsh environment and hear about efforts by a local NGO to improve conditions.

Shuttle service to or from Jorge Chávez International Airport Safety and comfort on every trip! We offer a safe, convenient and punctual shuttle service from your location to Jorge Chávez International Airport, or from the airport to the destination of your choice. We have professional, responsible and highly trained drivers committed to providing you with a safe ride and a first-rate experience. Our attention is personalized, adapting to your schedules and needs to offer you an efficient and hassle-free service. With us, you don’t just hire a transfer – you choose trust, safety and excellence on every trip. Your comfort and tranquility are our priority.

Join us to enjoy a unique experience, which has a boat ride, see wildlife, a walk in the desert, adventure sports and more Includes pickup from Miraflores and Barranco (other districts have a cost) We start: We will begin the trip from Lima towards Paracas, this is the resort where we will take a boat ride to the Ballestas Islands, along the way you will be able to see the animals that live in the area, such as sea lions, native birds, Humboldt penguins and the candelabrum. We will go to Ica, we will visit the dunes and the oasis of Huacachina and we will learn about its legend, its history, its gastronomy and then we will go tubular riding and do sandboarding adventure sports. Next we will go to a restaurant where we will recommend some typical dishes from south-central Peru. Then we will go to the Piscos winery and distillery to discover and taste the best piscos and wines in the area. *(Pick-up at your accommodation has an additional charge)

Spend a day surfing in the waters off Lima, Peru’s capital city, on this fun and flexible surf trip. After a convenient hotel pickup, travel to some of the area’s best waves with a knowledgeable local guide. Skip the guesswork and complicated logistics and start your day early with the ideal introduction to the South American surf scene.

Make the most of your day in Lima with a complete tour that covers the city’s top highlights from ancient history to modern wonders. We begin with a visit to Pachacamac Sanctuary, an impressive archaeological complex built from 200 A.D. until the arrival of the Spanish in 1532. Explore the Temple of the Sun, Temple of the Moon, and other fascinating structures while learning about the ancient civilizations that once thrived here. Next, enjoy a delicious local lunch in one of Lima’s most traditional and vibrant neighborhoods—an authentic taste of Peruvian culture. After lunch, we head to Colonial Lima, where you’ll explore the mysterious Catacombs and visit the iconic Main Square, surrounded by the Government Palace, Cathedral, and other historic buildings. To end the day on a magical note, we visit the Magic Water Circuit, the largest fountain park in the world, where you’ll enjoy a dazzling water, light, and music show.

Small Group Shore Excursion for just maximum 10 people. You will visit the most important sites in the Historic center of Lima, the most modern and residencial area of Peru and Larco Museum, the principal archaeological museum about the Pre Inca civilizations in Peru.

Small Group Shore Excursion limited to 10 people. The tour begins with a visit to historic downtown Lima, also known as “the City of the Kings”. Stops include the Main Square of Lima, upon which sites the Government Palace. We will visit the Cathedral and as well the San Francisco convent with the catacombs. You will visit as well the residential area of Miraflores.

Experience the beauty of Lima at night with this private tour of two top attractions. After pickup from your hotel or the airport, travel to the Park of the Reserve to see the world’s largest fountain complex, the Magic Water Circuit, and be amazed at the water, light, and music display. Afterwards, enjoy sightseeing and nighttime photos around the Main Square of Lima.

Rather than simply feasting your way around Lima, learn to make classic dishes such as ceviche so you can recreate them at home. This market tour and cooking class helps you take a deeper dive into local culinary traditions than you would alone, and comes with a pisco sour (Peru’s national cocktail).

Head off the beaten track and see two different sides of the city on this shore excursion tour of Lima. With a local guide, visit the city's shanty towns—also known as pueblos jóvenes ("young towns" in Spanish), enjoy lunch in a local restaurant, then take a walking tour of the Historic Centre of Lima. Reciprocity NGO uses profits from the tour to implement social projects that improve the quality of life for communities living below the poverty line.