Top Lima Private Sightseeing Tours - page 4

Transfer to Parque del Amor in Miraflores. Its central part exhibits a sculpture dedicated to love. Proceed to enjoy a panoramic view of the archaeological site of Huaca Pucllana that operated between centuries V - VIII AD. After that, visit the Historic Center of Lima. Admire the Plaza Mayor, the Archbishop of Lima and the Government Palace and its magnificent bronze fountain dating from 1650. Continue to the convent of San Francisco, a masterpiece of colonial architecture where you can appreciate the beauty of its monastic cloisters and remarkable paintings. In the underground galleries are impressive catacombs. Enjoy a delicious lunch at a local restaurant by your own. Finally visit the Larco Herrera Museum, a colonial mansion built in the eighteenth century which has an extensive collection of ceramics from pre-columbian art and textiles worked with materials and tools used by the ancient Peruvians, as well as gold and silver pieces with semiprecious stones. Return to the hotel.

Tick off more of Lima’s sacred buildings in less time on this tour of three significant sanctuaries. Alongside your guide, visit the Church and Sanctuary of Saint Rose of Lima, and the Monastery of Santa Domingo, where two saints are laid to rest. See, too, the Sanctuary of Las Nazarenas, whose pastel exterior harbors the beloved 17th-century ‘Cristo Moreno' painting, and learn about Lima’s religious heritage. All entrance fees and hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

A great nighttime activity for anyone looking to go out in Lima, this Lima Magic Water Show Experience takes you to Circuito Magico Del Agua to watch beautiful fountains illuminated with neon lights. Fun for families and all ages, this light show experience also provides pickup from some areas in the city to make for a stress-free time.

Explore the birds and wetland nature of Pantanos de Villa Wildlife Refuge on a half-day, private tour from Lima. While many nature tours from Lima require hours of driving, this private experience is the chance to see everything from birds to reptiles and aquatic insects just outside of the city. The private format is tailored to you, which leaves time for additional stops at Chorillos and Miraflores.

Discover all that Lima has to offer, both modern and historic, during this 9-hour exploration of the top sites in the Peruvian capital in this small-group tour. Visit the pre-Incan archaeological site at Pachacamac, then head to Pantanos de Villa, a one-time family home that’s been converted into an eatery, for lunch and to learn how to make a Pisco Sour. In the afternoon, continue to Lima’s UNESCO World Heritage-listed downtown for a walking tour, see the historic neighborhood of Chorillos and admire the visual spectacle of the Magic Water Circuit park. This full-day Lima tour also includes a driver-guide, round-trip hotel transport, entrance fees and bottled water.

Experience Lima like never before with complete freedom to explore at your own rhythm, without the constraints of group schedules or rushed itineraries. Our exclusive audio experience unveils hidden stories and secret histories that even seasoned locals rarely know, transforming ordinary sightseeing into an immersive journey through time. Unlike traditional guided tours that follow rigid routes, you have the flexibility to spend as much time as you desire at each fascinating location, revisiting favorite spots or discovering unexpected gems along the way. The authentic local experience comes alive through expertly crafted narration that captures the soul of Lima's culture. Professional voice talent delivers captivating content with crystal-clear pronunciation and engaging delivery that keeps you thoroughly entertained while making complex historical information easily digestible, ensuring an unforgettable adventure through Peru's magnificent capital.

You don't need to travel far for an adventure during this off-roading and sandboarding tour from Lima. After a safety briefing, hit the dunes with a guide—no experience necessary. After riding sand dunes in the remote desert location, grab a sweet dessert favorited by locals on your way back into town.

Explore Lima’s old town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, packed with fascinating historic buildings. The route begins at the traditional Pueblo Libre district, where you visit the Larco Museum, located in a beautifully restored viceregal mansion built on a pre-Columbian pyramid from the seventh century. The museum boasts a complete pre-Hispanic collection of gold and silver objects, as well as pieces of erotic art. Then visit the Casa Aliaga, a colonial mansion granted by chief conquistador Francisco Pizarro to one of his captains, Jeronimo de Aliaga. This is the only house from that time, still belonging to the same family. Continue with a scenic tour through the colonial downtown. See the Main Square, where you can appreciate the grandiose architecture of the Spanish Empire. Admire Lima’s Cathedral, built during the 16th century. Finish the trip returning to your hotel.

With centuries of colonial history and exciting flavors shared down the generations, Lima is an vibrant city where adventure hides round every corner. On this walking tour, explore the streets and markets of Lima as your guide brings the city’s history to life, and sample the street food snacks the locals love. With pickup and drop-off at your centrally located Lima hotel included, mingle with Lima’s residents and see the best of the city with ease.

A transportation service will pick you up from your hotel and you will travel to Northern Lima. After a four-hour trip, you will arrive in Caral, the civilization that created the oldest urban complex (of the same name) in America, which redefined the history of societies when it was discovered that it is 5,000 years old, as old as China, Egypt, Indía and Mesopotamia. Caral shows large pyramids, squares, atriums and altars on which various sacred ceremonies and offerings to deities were performed. After the visit, you will have time to enjoy lunch (by your own) and then return to Lima City.

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.

Uncover the mysterious of ruin that pre-date even the ancient Machu Pichu on an enriching 3.5-hour excursion from Lima. Explore downtown Lima with a knowledgeable guide to discover a series of huacas, pyramid like structures, used for ceremonial purposes. Visit the significant sites of Huaca Pucllana and Huallamarca to gain fascinating insight into the history, origin and cultural relevance of the structures. Learn all about the unknown indigenous pre-Incan civilizations as you’re transported back to the year 200BC.

Explore Lima’s top highlights during this 4.5-hour introduction to the Peruvian capital’s wealth of historic landmarks. Tour the pre-Incan archaeological site at Huaca Huallamarca and explore the history of Lima’s UNESCO World Heritage-listed downtown. You’ll also check out the wealth of pre-Columbian art at Larco Museum, watch the changing of the guard at the Government Palace and visit the historic Convento de Santo Domingo. Your Lima highlights tour also includes round-trip hotel transport by minivan, a driver-guide, all entrance fees and bottled water.

Experience a sound and light extravaganza to remember on this fountains tour with dinner and a show in Lima. Following pickup at your accommodation in downtown Lima, Miraflores, or San Isidro, transfer to the Magic Water Circuit—where enormous jets of water explode into the skies to music and lights. You’ll also have time for a delicious dinner inside a historic 100-year-old house museum.

Wander colonial alleyways and grand plazas on this private tour of Lima's top historic sites. Explore the catacombs at the UNESCO-listed San Francisco Convent and the extensive antiques collection at the Larco Museum. Enjoy hotel pickup and private transport for a personalized, convenient sightseeing experience.

PERU XPERTS offers you an adventure destination to the fullest by visiting two great PARACAS and ICA attractions on the south coast of PERU, considered the fifth driest place in the world. The desert and the sea come together in breathtaking landscapes in PARACAS. The Pacific Ocean coast is for those with an interest in archeology, sailing enthusiasts and wildlife watchers. From the Bay of Paracas you can visit the Ballestas Islands, a good alternative for the historical cultural attraction and visit the marine reserve. ICA has characteristic dunes and fertile fields inhabited by ancient cultures: the Paracas and the Nazca. Valley land, sun, beaches and a Nature Reserve inhabited by a lush variety of flora and fauna, it is also a mysterious land, home of good wine and "pisco", Afro-Peruvian music, and an oasis like Huacachina, a life in the Heart of a blanket of sand.

If you’re looking to discover Lima’s ancient history then look no further than this private full-day tour of Caral, the oldest known city in the Americas. With a private guide, discover the well-preserved pyramids and temples of the UNESCO World Heritage Site, believed to have been built in 5,000 BC. A breakfast box, lunch, and hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

Experience the diversity of Peru’s landscapes on this private full-day tour with round-trip transport from hotels in Lima. In addition to navigating, your guide offers background often unheard by visitors at each stop on the day's itinerary. Snap photos on a boat ride through the Ballestas Islands, stop for lunch at a winery in Ica, and drive a sand buggy at the Huacachina dunes. All meals are included.

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.

This off-the-beaten-path Lima experience is fun, educational and very Peruvian. It is perfect for those that need a break from archeology and architecture but still want to learn more about Peruvian culture and its diversity. On this Lima tour and cultural exchange, we visit an urban community of the Shipibo-Konibo, an indigenous Amazonian people. The Shipibo are known in Peru for their very recognisable art and handicrafts. In particular the Shipibo textiles are very popular Peruvian handicrafts. During the tour, we learn more about Shipibo art, culture and traditions, and their interesting but often tragic history and current efforts to keep their culture alive. We’ll also share with our host family and will see and try out Shipibo techniques for ourselves. If you’re more of an observer, that’s perfectly fine as well!

Enjoy this experience with our guides that are birdwatchers with more than 14 years of experience in the area and throughout Peru, certified guides in private mobility, and personalized tours by species.

Join our journey through time and enjoy the history of pre-Hispanic, colonial and modern Lima. Visit Lima's oldest resorts, its valley, pre Hispanic temples and its grand main square. See its colonial architecture and recreational spaces, hear about its religious beliefs and the unique names of its streets, and enjoy the evolution, modernization and the lifestyle of its most picturesque characters. This is a private tour where you will have a tour guide just for you and your party, get in contact with local people and learn more about Lima, the city of kings and Queens!

We’ll pick you up at the airport and start the tour according to your flight arrival time. Our first stop is Plaza San Martin, a beautiful square built to celebrate 100 years of independence. Then we’ll walk through some of Lima’s most iconic streets, where colonial churches, old mansions, wooden balconies, and modern shops blend into a unique and lively scene. Next, we explore the Catacombs, the mysterious underground cemeteries beneath colonial churches—one of Lima’s most intriguing historic sites. We end at the Main Square, where you’ll see the Government Palace, the Archbishop’s Palace, and City Hall. After the tour, we’ll take you back to the airport in time for your next flight.

Discover the glittering gold and ancient treasures of the Gold of Peru Museum on a private 3-hour tour from Lima. Delve into five rooms, each bursting with thousands of unique gold artifacts, with a knowledgeable guide and uncover the fascinating history of the precious metal. Also included in the tour is a visit the Weapons of the World Museum, an extensive collection of armory from a variety of countries. Convenient hotel pickup and drop-off is included.