Top Peru City Tours - page 2

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!

Lima is a city of contrasts, and three of its most emblematic districts stand out for their unique charm: Miraflores, a modern and vibrant resort with waterfront parks, luxury shopping malls and lively nightlife. Barranco, the quintessential bohemian neighborhood, invites you to explore its colorful streets full of art, live music and a romantic atmosphere, with the famous Bridge of Sighs as its icon. San Isidro, the financial district, combines modernity with the tranquility of its parks, such as El Olivar Park, offering a space of relaxation and culture in the middle of the city. Three districts, three different worlds that show the best of Lima.

Discover Lima’s vibrant nightlife scene on an evening bar and club crawl through the Miraflores district. You won't have to plan your evening out—leave the itinerary to your guide as you visit four different venues. Get to know your group with fun drinking games, and depending on the night, enjoy free entry to a club.

Immerse yourself in Incan history on a small-group archeological tour around Cusco. Together with your guide, you’ll stop at five ancient sites with highlights including the Temple of the Sun at Qoricancha, the ancient complex of Sacsayhuaman, ceremonial altars at Qenqo, Puca Pucara's military complex, and aqueducts in Tambomachay. Round-trip transportation allows you to comfortably visit each attraction without fussing over public transit and taxis.

Experience the best of Lima on a limited schedule on a private tour that explores city highlights, from the colonial-era historic center to the coastal Miraflores neighborhood. Browse for souvenirs at a local market, see gorgeous churches, and stand at the foot of Huaca Pucllana, an ancient pyramid in the heart of the city. Enjoy the flexibility and convenience of a private guide throughout the tour, with the option to add a local lunch and walk through Parque Kennedy, Lima’s beloved ‘cat park.’

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.

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.

Experience the Magic Water Circuit, one of Lima’s premier evening attractions. Proudly holding the Guinness World Record for the largest fountain complex in a public park, this stunning site features 13 distinct fountains, many of which are interactive. As night falls, the park transforms into a spectacle of light and sound. You will witness a breathtaking laser light show synchronized with both classical and traditional Peruvian music, making the water shimmer in unique patterns and vibrant colors.

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.

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.

The Cusco City Tour is an experience to visit the fascinating and emblematic places of the city of Cusco and its surroundings. Giving yourself the opportunity to learn about the origins of the ancient city and capital of the Inca Empire through the historical, artistic and cultural wealth of its temples, museums, ruins and buildings.

Immerse yourself in the history and culture of Lima during this 6-hour private walking tour of the Peruvian capital. Join your knowledgeable guide on this personalized visit to the top city neighborhoods and attractions, including upscale Miraflores, a local market, Lima’s historic center, the Monastery of San Francisco (and its catacombs) and bohemian Barranco.

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.

This hands-on culinary adventure is led by a professional chef. Learn to make beloved traditional dishes including lomo saltado (sauteed beef and vegetables on rice with French fries), causa Limeña (a terrine of seasoned mashed potato and other fillings), and chicha morada (a corn-based non-alcoholic beverage) in a relaxed atmosphere using traditional pots and techniques. Finally, enjoy the lunch or dinner that you helped create!

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.

Learn about Peruvian history and culture with this shore excursion, led by an English-speaking tour guide. You'll see colorful murals at Huaca de la Luna, check out the architecture in Trujillo, and see the UNESCO-listed Chan Chan, with time left over to have lunch in the fishing village of Huanchaco. T

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.

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.

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.

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 three of Lima's most iconic districts on a small-group tour of Miraflores, Barranco, and San Isidro. In Miraflores, enjoy stunning views of the Pacific Ocean from the boardwalk. Then, explore the bohemian streets and visit the Bridge of Sighs in Barranco. Finally, marvel at San Isidro's elegant architecture and visit the Huaca Huallamarca archaeological site. Listen to insightful commentary on each district's history and culture along the way.

The city of Chiclayo, also known as Heroic City, has many things to do. The northern coast of Peru offers beautiful beaches, archaeological sites, impressive pyramids, deserts and incredible museums. Be surprised for the fantastic history of this city and admire important tourist attractions. The Chiclayo city tour will take you to know the Witch Market, a mysterious place full of curious products including potions and witch spells.

Discover the wealth of historic and modern attractions of Lima during a sightseeing tour that provides the ideal overview of the capital for first-timers. Feel like a real ‘Limeño’ (a Lima local) as you explore the town’s colonial and Incan architecture, visiting its charming neighborhoods and its many religious shrines and churches. Save yourself hours of planning travel logistics, as your guide takes care of transporting you.

Discover a part of Lima that most travelers miss on a small-group walking tour. Begin in a shanty town to learn about the lives of the city's residents and gain a deeper understanding of the current economic and social landscape. Later, see significant landmarks such as the Plaza Mayor and the Cathedral of Lima. The tour includes lunch and a local guide who will enhance your understanding of Lima's past and present.