Top Peru Half-day Tours - page 2

See the best that Peru’s capital, Lima, has to offer as you embark on a city sightseeing tour. Join a small group and visit important landmarks like the Park of Love, the Huaca Pucllana archaeological site, Plaza Mayor, and the Convent Museum of San Francisco. As you explore, your guide sheds light on the three historical periods of Lima—pre-Hispanic, colonial, and modern—as well as the cultural and gastronomic heritage.

Calling all active travelers, this half-day tour allows you to escape the city and immerse yourself in Lima’s coastal landscapes. In a small group limited to eight, cycle along El Malecon, a cliffside walkway that overlooks the Pacific Ocean, before hiking to the summit of El Morro hill for spectacular city views. All equipment and bottled water are included.

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 the Peruvian capital from an alternative vantage point on a small-group nighttime tour. Begin by exploring the eerie catacombs beneath the San Francisco Monastery, which house the remains of over 70,000 individuals. Then, stroll around the city's historic center, and listen to insightful and engaging commentary from your guide. As night falls, soak in the enchanting ambiance of Lima's illuminated landmarks.

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.

If you’re landing at San Martin Port, don’t miss the chance to see the Ballestas Islands and their native wildlife. Observe penguins, sea lions, dolphins, and more during this short excursion. Take off in a speedboat and pass the famous Candelabra geoglyph that can be spotted on the hill, believed to be part of the mysterious Nazca Lines, before heading to the islands to explore the sea caves. Port pickup and drop-off is included.

We are government-certified guides who will give you an unforgettable private tour experience. We will take the best pictures and for your loved ones for your memories of Machupichu. on the private tour we will show you the most prominent places such as temples, palaces, buildings, houses, astronomical observatories and among others. We are charismatic and professional guides that suits your interests. We are certified and trained guides in the history of Inca civilization.

Avoid the hassle of trying to coordinate two tours on one day with this combo experience that includes a bus tour of Lima’s charming Miraflores neighborhood and a walking tour of the historic center. As an added bonus, enjoy an interior tour of the Museum of Santo Domingo at no extra cost.

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.

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.

Explore the archaeological legacy of the Inca during this 6-hour excursion to visit Maras and Moray. Learn about Inca agricultural practices at the ingenious terraced farm fields of Moray, then head to Maras, where you’ll get a closer look at more than 3,000 salt pools built by the Inca and still in use to this day.

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.

Discover the captivating city of Cusco with a half-day city tour that will take you through its rich history, vibrant culture and extraordinary architecture. Enjoy the experience of an expert tour guide who will share fascinating stories, historical facts and legends about Cusco, enriching your experience and giving you valuable insights into the city’s past and present. We have 02 schedule options: - Morning from 9:00 am to 1:30 pm - Afternoon from 1:30 am to 6:00 pm (You can choose the timetable that is most convenient and according to your travel itinerary.)

Explore Lima by bike on an off-the-beaten-track cycle tour from Miraflores. Ideal for active travelers, this bike tour covers top Lima attractions—including the pre-Inca ruins of Huaca Pucllana, El Malecon, and the Bridge of Sighs—and hidden gems in the bohemian neighborhood of Barranco. This small-group tour, limited to eight people, offers a morning or afternoon departure time.

Discover the beautiful historic buildings of Lima’s colonial past with this small-group tour. With a group of just 15 guests, pay a visit to architectural gems like Casa Aliaga, Hotel Bolivar, and Osambela Palace. Includes a Pisco Sour at Lima’s oldest hotel and convenient pickup from Miraflores, San Isidro, Barranco, and downtown Lima.

Explore an ancient Inca city just outside of Lima on a half-day, small-group tour of Pachacamac Itshma Temple. From its artifact-filled museum to the Temple of the Sun and a palace backdropped by desert scenery, Pachacamac is proof you don’t need to travel to remote parts of the country to glimpse Inca heritage. Round-trip, private transport from Lima includes hotel pickup for a hassle-free excursion, and your tickets are booked in advance.

Complete your Lima bucket list in just over three hours 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.

Planning visits to Cusco’s nearby archaeological sites can quickly become complicated without prearranged transport and tickets. This small-group guided tour keeps things simple by bringing together four of the most important ruins in one seamless experience. Explore the massive stone terraces of Sacsayhuaman, walk through the carved rock chambers of Q’enqo, stop at the hilltop lookout of Puca Pucara, and finish at Tambomachay, known for its sophisticated stonework and water channels.

This visit combines a walking tour through the historic center of Arequipa, learning about its history, some of its most important tourist places, and combining it at the end with the tasting and explanation of our national distillate, Pisco. We also tasted some local fruits and our emblematic dessert, Frozen Cheese. A different way to get to know Arequipa in Spanish and English (in French it is also possible but with prior coordination)

Get a comprehensive tour of the main Incan sites around Cusco on this half-day excursion. Visit all the highlights and landmarks, including Tambomachay, Puccpucara, Quenqo, Sacsayuaman, and Koricancha. Hotel pickup in the historic center of Cusco available; travel via air-conditioned coach.

We offer high quality service with small groups to ensure a personalized experience. Visit the Museo de Sitio de Pachacámac and explore the stunning ruins, including the Temple of the Sun, from where you will enjoy a panoramic view of the Lurín Valley and the Pacific Ocean. The professional guide will give you fascinating information about the history and spirituality of this ancient Andean shrine

Explore Machu Picchu, one of the New Seven Wonders of the World, in the company of a private guide. Enjoy the undivided attention of your professional tourist guide, who will provide full information to you and your group of up to eight people as you explore the temples, plazas, and sites that make up the ancient Inca citadel.

The Route of the Sillar is a fascinating quarry with ancient monuments, but understanding its significance requires the support of a knowledgeable guide. This excursion from Arequipa takes you to this fascinating site and to the nearby ravine of Culebrillas where you can see ancient petroglyphs, all with a guide to provide insight and context.

Take a private, small-group tour to one of the Inca Empire’s most important religious sites and learn from your local guides about the Inca culture, traditions, and customs. Given that the Pachacamac archaeological complex is three times bigger than Machu Picchu and situated near Lima, this is an ideal alternative for travelers with no time to visit Cusco.