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Experience an unforgettable day trip from Lima to Paracas and Huacachina, featuring a guided boat tour of the Ballestas Islands to see sea lions, penguins, and more in their natural habitat. Explore the stunning Huacachina Desert Oasis at your own pace, then enjoy an exhilarating dune buggy ride and sandboarding adventure, capped off with a breathtaking desert sunset. Travel in comfort with air-conditioned buses and bilingual guides, with optional local cuisine like ceviche and pisco sours to complete your journey.

Explore two of Lima’s top neighborhoods with ease on this small-group guided bike tour. Go further with less effort on two wheels, with a professional guide to lead the way and provide more insights. See highlights such as Parque Kennedy, Miraflores Boardwalk, Parque del Amor, Puente de los Suspiros, and Parque Municipal de Barranco.

Embark on an incredible boat tour to the Palomino Islands and enjoy the opportunity to discover Peruvian seabirds and wildlife and swim with thousands of sea lions in their natural habitat. Start the tour from La Punta Bay. Sail in the Pacific Ocean on an unforgettable 4-hour trip around the islands of Callao. It passes a naval base and El Frontón Island, where there was a maximum security prison until the 1980s. Sail along the coast of the Cabinzas Islands, inhabited by several colonies of glovebirds, until you finally reach the central attraction, the Palomino Islands. When you arrive, watch a colony of 8000 sea lions, one of the largest in the area. You will receive wetsuits and life jackets to enjoy the opportunity to jump into the water and approach these friendly animals. The tour will be under the supervision and guidance of the experienced crew.

Embark on a 2-day adventure to Paracas, Ballestas Island, and Huacachina from Lima. Begin by spotting the diverse marine life, including sea lions, penguins, and dolphins, on a boat tour around Ballestas Island. Next, take a guided tour of the Paracas National Reserve and enjoy spectacular views along the Pacific coastline. Finally, visit the oasis of Huacachina and take a thrilling dune buggy and sandboarding experience.

Escape the city and discover two of Peru’s most iconic landscapes in one unforgettable day. Travel along the Pacific coast to the stunning Islas Ballestas, where you’ll witness sea lions, penguins, and dramatic coastal formations up close. Continue your journey into the desert and arrive at the breathtaking oasis of Huacachina, a natural lagoon surrounded by towering sand dunes. Along the way, enjoy a stop in Ica to experience local flavors with a traditional wine and pisco tasting, giving you a true sense of the region’s culture. Then, get ready for pure adrenaline as you ride across the dunes in a dune buggy and try sandboarding, one of the most exciting activities in Peru. As the day comes to an end, witness a spectacular sunset over the desert — a moment that turns this journey into a truly unforgettable experience.

Discover the mystifying Nazca Lines, spectacular Paracas National Reserve, and enchanting Huacachina oasis on a 3-day group tour from Lima. In Paracas, you'll observe sea lions, penguins, and other exotic marine life on a boat tour of Paracas Bay. Later experience the thrill of sandboarding in Huacachina's golden dunes. The multi-day adventure concludes with a flight over the desert to get a bird’s eye view of the ancient geoglyphs.

Embark on a Once-in-a-Lifetime Experience: Food, Drinks, Private Buggy Ride, Sandboarding at SUNSET, Tour the Top Vineyard & Speedboats! Skip the Early Wake-Up — Live a Private Adventure Like No Other! Forget the 4 AM alarms! Start at 6:00 AM, enjoy more rest, and return earlier to your Hotel/AirBnb — no rushing, no stress Your Experience Includes: Authentic Peruvian Breakfast Full on-table breakfast with freshly baked artisanal breads from a traditional wood-fired oven Ballestas Islands Tour Sail to meet penguins, sea lions, pelicans, and admire the mysterious Candelabro geoglyph Award-Winning Vineyard & Restaurant Tour South America's oldest vineyard, savor à la carte lunch at the region’s best restaurant, and enjoy a FREE Pisco Sour Desert Oasis Adventure Visit Huacachina for a private buggy ride over sand dunes and sandboarding at SUNSET WHY US? Modern vehicles, expert planning, and every detail handled for your comfort and safety BOOK NOW FOR AN UNFORGETTABLE EXPERIENCE!

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.

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.

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.

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.

Discover the Nazca Lines and Ica effortlessly and efficiently on a private day tour from Lima. All-inclusive transportation and a carefully curated itinerary ensure an enriching experience without dealing with the complexities of travel planning. After a comfortable transfer to Huacachina Oasis, enjoy sandboarding and a dune buggy ride. Next, take a flight from Ica to the enigmatic Nazca Lines. Cap off the adventure with lunch and tastings at a local vineyard.

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.

Go beyond the tourist plate and decode the "Why" behind the world’s #1 food destination. This isn't just a food tour; it’s a curated journey through Peru’s culinary DNA. Led by an expert Sherpa, we bridge the gap between Lima’s raw energy and its sophisticated modern mastery. We start in the heart of the iconic Surquillo Market with an exotic fruit and ingredient tastings, the rare biodiversity of the Andes and the Amazon. From there, we navigate the fascinating urban transition into Miraflores, tracing how ancestral traditions transformed into a global phenomenon. You won’t just eat; you’ll experience the full evolution of flavor. From the electric freshness of market-style Ceviche and Pisco to the soulful depth of Criollo heritage, culminating in a signature deep-dive into a top-tier local favorite. With 10+ iconic tastings, you’ll leave with the "insider" perspective on how migration and identity created the most exciting kitchen on the planet.

The half-day Lima City Tour offers a wonderful experience exploring the highlights of the city, as well as its emblematic traditional neighborhoods. Lima holds the title of the “city of kings”, granted by the conquistador Francisco Pizarro. The central core still retains palpable evidence of the colonial era, implying that history is still alive in its streets.

A ONCE IN A LIFETIME Day Trip from Lima to Paracas and Huacachina Oasis with Peru Hop, the MOST HIGHLY REVIEWED Company in Peru. Our Huge Luxury Buses are almost double the size of any other company offering this tour. We are the ONLY company offering Free High Speed Wi-Fi, which is hugely important for the long journey to and from Lima. Visit the Ballestas Islands in Paracas, Peru’s “Mini-Galápagos,” where sealions, penguins, and countless seabirds thrive in their natural habitat. Learn how Peruvian pisco is made during a visit to a vineyard and taste the different varieties of pisco, an authentic introduction to Peru’s national spirit. Experience the desert oasis of Huacachina, dune buggy and sandboarding with the best local company in Huacachina, all timed perfectly for a spectacular sunset toast in the desert. Onboard local Peruvian hosts who will share stories about life in Peru you won’t find in guidebooks. Don’t Be a Typical Tourist… Discover the Real Peru with Peru Hop!

Explore Lima by bike with a 5-star local guide. In just 2.5 hours, you’ll see iconic landmarks like Kennedy Park, Huaca Pucllana, the Green Coast, and Barranco’s Bridge of Sighs. Enjoy great stories, safe cycling, and a mix of history, culture, and unforgettable ocean views.

Complete your Lima bucket list in just half a day on a small-group sightseeing tour. This excursion is ideal for travelers who are short on time, as well as people who want to orient themselves to the city for future exploring. The extensive itinerary includes visits to the Barranco neighborhood, Miraflores, Huaca Pucllana shrine, Olive Park, and more. Along the way, enjoy live commentary that brings Lima’s history and culture to life.

Taste the delicious diversity of Peru’s thriving cacao industry during this 2-hour chocolate-making workshop at Lima’s ChocoMuseo. Learn about every step of the chocolate-making process, including roasting the beans, removing the husk, grinding the nibs and refining the paste in a ‘melangeur.’ You’ll then get to create your very own chocolate with your choice of ingredients, leaving with a delicious handmade dessert. This chocolate-making workshop includes all necessary ingredients, a chocolate drink tasting and a handmade chocolate souvenir.

Begin your vacation in Peru the right way with a convenient airport arrival transfer. Enjoy a smooth and stress-free journey to your Lima hotel, skipping crowded taxi ranks and navigating the city's confusing public transport systems. Available seven days a week, 24 hours a day, the transfer will coincide exactly with your arrival flight.

See the best of southern Peru without having to worry about planning your tours and transfers on a 2-day tour that’s ideal for time-pressed travelers. Highlights include a dune buggy ride in the desert oasis of Huacachina, a scenic flight over the Nazca Lines, and a cruise of the Ballestas Islands, known as the Galapagos of Peru. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included for added convenience.

Escape the bustling city of Lima and explore Peru's countryside on this full-day excursion. Enjoy a boat tour of the wild-life rich Ballestas Islands, home to sea lions, Humboldt penguins, and many species of birds. Then, fly over the Nazca Desert to see the Nazca Lines, ancient geoglyphs that have been etched into the earth. End your tour at the Huacachina Oasis, where you have free time to explore.

With this tour of Lima we will discover its most representative places: the Plaza de Armas, Huaca Pucllana, the Monastery of San Francisco and its catacombs... and much more!