Top Peru Food Tours

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.

Get a taste for the vibrant culinary scene in Lima with a food-focused tour. Cover ground across the city with stops in several different districts that include a visit to a Peruvian coffee roaster, a market tour, and a ceviche class. Sample pisco and learn how to make Peruvian cocktails with a hands-on workshop. The final stop is a gourmet lunch with dessert at a restaurant overlooking pre-Incan ruins.

Discover Lima after dark on a 4-hour food tour featuring 14+ tastings through the neighbourhoods where locals have been eating for generations. Led by a local foodie guide, explore bustling markets, family-run eateries and historic dining rooms while uncovering the flavours that made Peru a global culinary powerhouse. Feast on Amazonian chaufa and tacacho, Peru's iconic ceviche, crispy yuquitas, papas rellenas, smoky anticuchos, tacu tacu and sizzling lomo saltado, all paired with favourites like chicha morada and Peru's legendary pisco sour. Along the way, discover how Indigenous, Spanish, African, Chinese and Japanese influences combined to create Lima's remarkable criollo cuisine, one delicious bite at a time.

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.

Join us on this unique and adventurous experience! The tour begins when your local guide, Marlon, meets you in front of Restaurante Fitzcarraldo in Iquitos (2 short blocks from the Plaza de Armas). You will then take a motokar to the Belen Market where you will explore many stalls of regional foods, drinks, spices, medicines and craft goods. The tour is designed so you can see hidden corners of the market and taste local fruits and delicacies. Ask questions along the way because Marlon is very knowledgeable and can help you negotiate! To further this cultural experience, you’ll then take a boat ride along the Venice of Iquitos and see the daily life of the Belén neighborhood and people. Be sure to bring your camera and wear closed toe shoes! Tour includes bottled water, transportation between attractions (motokar and boat) and select tastings within the market.

Savor the many flavors of Peru on a small-group tour in Lima. Follow your guide through the city and learn about the culture and dishes brought to Peru by various groups of immigrants. At Mercado Central, discover the ingredients used in Peruvian cooking. Enjoy 12 snacks including ceviche, papa rellena, picarones, and more, excluding alcoholic beverages. At the end of the tour, you’ll be an expert on Peruvian cuisine.

This is an anthropological journey far beyond the Netflix version of Lima's street food scene. Authentic, immersive, and accessible. We offer a different perspective from the fine-dining world of Central or Maido. We'll walk through streets and markets that may be crowded, chaotic, noisy, and even overwhelming, yet deeply real, in the non-touristy areas of Lima's historic center: Central Market, Mesa Redonda, Barrios Altos, and Chinatown. We will try a wide variety of delicious Peruvian dishes including tasty bites, local markets, and hole-in-the-wall spots, all carefully selected by local foodie experts.

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.

Skip the restaurant reservation, and enjoy a hands-on way to discover Peru's food heritage with this small-group cooking class in Cusco. Starting with a trip to San Pedro Market to source fresh local ingredients, learn about flavor profiles and cooking techniques as you prepare a traditional meal. Well-suited for travelers looking for an alternative way to be immersed in Peruvian culture.

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.

The southwestern region of Peru has an ideal climate for growing grapes. On this tour from Ica, visit one of the oldest wineries in South America as well as an artisanal winery to sample the wines and piscos of the region. Take guided tours of each facility and learn about the winemaking process before enjoying the tastings of their respective products.

Experience the White City after hours on this 4-hour evening food tour through Arequipa, featuring 15+ generous tastings. Led by a local tastemaker guide, explore the historic Mercado San Camilo, atmospheric streets and hidden local favourites as you discover one of Peru's richest culinary traditions. Feast on golden buñuelos, the iconic queso helado, exotic Amazonian fruits, crispy papa rellena, succulent lechón sandwiches, smoky anticuchos, lomo saltado, chaufa, fiery rocoto relleno and creamy pastel de papa, paired with local drinks including chicha de guiñapo and the legendary Cola Escocesa. Along the way, uncover the Indigenous, Spanish and Chinese influences that shaped Arequipa into one of Peru's true culinary capitals.

Sample local specialities that you might otherwise miss out on during a private food tour of Cusco. Taking a private tour means you can tailor the foods you sample to your dietary requirements and preferences, including vegetarian options, while exploring with a local host helps you overcome the language barrier. Plus, your guide can provide personalised recommendations for the rest of your vacation.

Make your very own chocolate bar during a 2-hour workshop in the Sacred Valley. Head to the ChocoMuseo in Ollantaytambo and get a hands-on chocolate making experience from bean to bar. Learn about the history of cocoa in Peru and why the country is famous for its delicious chocolates. Prepare a number of different chocolate treats during the workshop and take home the fruits of your labor.

Discover the rich history of Cusco and its lively culinary scene on this guided tour. Stroll through the historic downtown, discover famous landmarks, and stop by San Pedro Market to taste genuine Peruvian cuisine. Treat yourself with a regional dishes, fresh juices, and Andean treats while discovering the city's culture and traditions.

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!

Snack and sightsee on this small-group Cusco street food tour limited to 10 people or fewer. Try favorite local dishes such as papas (potatoes), meats, and sweets, and even chat with the street food vendors to learn more about their goods. Between bites, learn about Cusco history as you walk around the city.

Combine three of southern Peru’s top activities without having to book each one separately on an action-packed tour from Ica. You’ll visit a wine cellar and a pisco distillery, but won’t have to worry about driving after you’ve indulged—your guide takes care of that for you. Then, let your adrenaline levels soar as you sandboard on the dunes of Huacachina.

Discover the true Peruvian umami on a fully customized culinary adventure that strips away the social media hype to deliver nothing but authentic flavor. Instead of predictable picks or modern fusion, you will choose your own path from 26 personally tested local food spots where the portions are generous and the prices remain completely real. Forget tiny gourmet twists; this is traditional food. You will dive straight into the heart of traditional neighborhood markets and hidden gems, learning the art of how to combine complex local dishes like a local. To ensure your adventure remains unforgettable, the experience is professionally captured in a pro video reel complete with dramatic drone flights. VERY IMPORTANT TO READ: - The tour is designed to take you to the right place to eat the right dish, every time - You pay local prices directly at each stop, no markups, no commissions - What you’re supporting is our work: years of exploring, testing, and selecting the best real local spots

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.

This is a guided tour in which you will taste excellent piscos and wines from the city of Ica, one of the richest valleys in the production of wine and pisquera grapes, accompanied by its Peruvian history, culture and tradition. You will get to know incredible scenarios on this excursion, with a view of the vineyards and valleys.

Food lovers with limited time in Lima won’t want to miss this comprehensive culinary walking tour, led by a bilingual guide. Don’t get overwhelmed by the city’s public transit system; instead, navigate the metro like a local as you visit top attractions and sample typical dishes and drinks, including pisco sours, for an immersive and hassle-free excursion.

The Miraflores neighborhood is home to many of Lima’s most popular eateries, but knowing where to find the best of them requires local knowledge. On this food-lover’s walking tour, wander through the pretty streets with your guide to lead the way, and discover the street-food flavors the residents love. Sample locally sourced seafood and speciality coffee, and savor traditional Peruvian cuisine in one of the best restaurants in Miraflores.