Top Lima Cultural Tours - page 5

Uncover the culture and cuisine of the little-visited Chorillos neighborhood of Lima where rich fishing and seafood traditions endure. During this guided tour, explore a local fish market, take a short coastal journey in a traditional fishing boat for views of the city skyline and coastline, stroll through Chorillos, watch an artisanal boat builder at work, and enjoy Peru's national dish, fresh ceviche, at a local family restaurant before continuing to one of the most dramatic vantage points on the seaside capital.

Experience Argentinian country life on a day trip to the Altamira Roads agritourism community from Mendoza. Visit farms and vineyards in the fertile Uco Valley region, where you can try your hand at agricultural activities like pruning and harvesting the local bounty. Enjoy the beautiful scenery with hiking, horseback riding, and other outdoor adventures, and sample local gastronomy and handicrafts among a variety of charming shops and restaurants. Lunch is included for a fun and delicious day in the country.

Explore Lima, Peru—including Parque del Amor, the Huaca Pucllana archaeological site, and the Historic Center (a UNESCO World Heritage Site)—with ease on a half-day small-group tour alongside a bilingual guide. With just 15 people, you'll enjoy an intimate experience plus a pisco sour and ceviche demonstration and tasting. Note that hotel pickup and entrance to the San Francisco Museum and Catacombs are available with select options.

If you have a short time in Lima and you would like to take advantage each minute, we have the perfect tour to know the main places in one day, be part of this amazing full day in Lima. Let´s enjoy it slowly in a private tour, you are going to be part of a fantastic experience with a professional tour guide and very friendly driver. We include everything you just have to enjoy and relax in each experience, see you soon !!! BY THE WAY THE 10 % OF YOUR MONEY, OF ANY TOUR THAT YOU TAKE WITH US, GOES TO HELP TRADITIONAL COMMUNITIES IN LIMA - HUAYCAN.

Discover the highlights of Peru with this small-group sightseeing tour that takes you around the country. Visit cities and attractions such as Lima, Arequipa, Colca Canyon, Puno, Lake Titcaca, Cusco, the Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu, and more. Includes transfers, accommodations, some meals, entrance fees, and a guide for a seamless travel experience.

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.

Experience Peruvian history and culture on this guided excursion in Lima. After a convenient hotel pickup, learn about the city from a knowledgeable local guide and explore sites like Pachacamac, a pre-Inca archaeological site, the hip Barranco District, and the city’s historic center. Enjoy a complimentary lunch and a personal touch on this small group adventure.

Explore the landmarks, neighborhoods, and culture of Lima on this all-day excursion with a professional photographer. Begin in the historic center with visits to Plaza San Martin, Plaza de Armas, and the Monastery of San Francisco. Enjoy a delicious lunch in Lima’s Chinese quarter and get off the tourist circuit with visits to places like bohemian neighborhood of Barranco and the Chorrillos fishing harbor.

Combine a visit to Pachacamac archaeological complex with a stop in one of Lima's neighborhoods known for its artisan population on this full-day tour. Walk through the ruins of Pachacamac while listening to guided commentary on the site's Inca and pre-Inca history. Back in Lima, pick up some traditional handicrafts and artworks from Ayacucho and enjoy lunch with a local artisan family. Entrance fees, lunch, and round-trip transportation from Lima hotels provided.

The marine wildlife of the Ballestas Islands is truly breathtaking — it’s almost hard to believe until you see it with your own eyes. Home to sea lions, seabirds, and Humboldt penguins, this natural paradise offers an unforgettable encounter with Peru’s coastal biodiversity. Your trip also features a visit to the Julio C. Tello Site Museum, where you can explore the ancient Paracas civilization through unique textiles, pottery, and archaeological discoveries from the area. The nearby Paracas National Reserve is equally stunning — a surreal landscape where golden deserts meet the deep blue Pacific Ocean, creating one of the most beautiful sceneries on the Peruvian coast. This experience is perfect for nature and wildlife lovers seeking awe-inspiring views and unforgettable memories. Book now and experience the magic of Paracas and the Ballestas Islands!

Get your bearings in Peru’s bustling capital city with ease during a half-day tour that showcases the highlights of Lima’s UNESCO-listed historic center and the sophisticated district of Miraflores. Your entry ticket to San Francisco Convent is included for ease, while a super small group means that you can move between attractions more easily.

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!

Travel more than 5,000 years back in time on a full-day private tour to the Caral Archaeological Zone. This excursion is perfect for travelers who want to go beyond the typical tourist checklist. Convenient hotel pickup from Lima takes you to the UNESCO-listed pyramid complex. Enjoy an entertaining tour with your guide, plus free time to explore. Stop for lunch in Huacho before returning to Lima.

Make the most of your day in Lima with a complete tour that covers the city’s top highlights from ancient history to modern wonders. We begin with a visit to Pachacamac Sanctuary, an impressive archaeological complex built from 200 A.D. until the arrival of the Spanish in 1532. Explore the Temple of the Sun, Temple of the Moon, and other fascinating structures while learning about the ancient civilizations that once thrived here. Next, enjoy a delicious local lunch in one of Lima’s most traditional and vibrant neighborhoods—an authentic taste of Peruvian culture. After lunch, we head to Colonial Lima, where you’ll explore the mysterious Catacombs and visit the iconic Main Square, surrounded by the Government Palace, Cathedral, and other historic buildings. To end the day on a magical note, we visit the Magic Water Circuit, the largest fountain park in the world, where you’ll enjoy a dazzling water, light, and music show.

Day 1: Ballestas Islands Boat Tour & Paracas Reserve Board a speedboat for a guided excursion to the Ballestas Islands, home to sea lions, Humboldt penguins, and a wide variety of seabirds. Continue with a private guided visit to this protected coastal reserve, known for its unique meeting of desert and ocean. Enjoy panoramic views, red-sand beaches, and learn about the area’s natural and cultural history. Huacachina Oasis: In the afternoon, head to the famous desert oasis surrounded by towering sand dunes. You’ll have time to relax, take photos, or choose to add an optional dune buggy and sandboarding adventure for an adrenaline-filled experience. Day 2: Nazca Lines Flight & Wine/Pisco Experience Nazca Lines Scenic Flight: Take a small aircraft flight over the Nazca desert to observe the ancient geoglyphs, including figures such as the monkey, hummingbird, and spider. Your pilot will guide you through each formation during this unforgettable aerial experience.

Visit one of the most important archeological sites near Lima with this half-day tour to the pre-Incan Pachacama Ruins. Enjoy convenient pickup from your Miraflores or San Isidro hotel and scenic views along the Pan-American Highway on the way to the complex. At Pachacama, explore the pyramids, palaces, temples, and streets overlooking the Pacific Ocean.

Our tours are distinguished by the character personalized of the service, based on friendly, cordial and sincere attention from the guides and the skills of the drivers to get rid of the traffic of the City. Achieving a VIP experience at the best price.

Begin at the vibrant Mercado No2 in Surquillo, where you will explore colorful stalls filled with exotic fruits, local ingredients, and authentic Peruvian flavors. Continue to the historic center with a visit to the iconic Plaza San Martin before exploring the beautiful Convent of Santo Domingo, home to the tombs of Saint Rose of Lima, Saint Martin de Porres, and Saint John Macias. The highlight of the tour is the climb to Santo Domingo's bell tower, the highest historic viewpoint in Lima, offering spectacular panoramic views over the entire city. Finish your experience at the impressive Plaza Mayor in Lima, surrounded by Lima’s most important colonial landmarks. Highlights Explore a traditional local market Lima's most important colonial sites. Discover the tombs of Peru's famous saints. Climb the highest historic tower in Lima with panoramic views over the city. Learn about Lima's history and culture.

Lima’s Larco Museum is one of Latin America’s most prominent pre-Columbian museums boasting thousands of pieces. Join a small group and tour guide to explore the highlights of the museum in just a few hours. See over 5,000 years of Peruvian history in one place as you explore several exhibits from erotic pottery to pre-Columbian art and a collection of gold and silver pieces.

Get a comprehensive overview of Lima’s UNESCO-listed historic center and the Larco Museum on a private sightseeing tour. Your adventure begins with an immersive tour around Plaza Mayor, where your guide will bring 500 years of landmarks to life. Then, head beneath the Basilica and Convent of San Francisco of Lima to explore the city’s catacombs. Lastly, enjoy an illuminating tour of the vast collection at the Larco Museum.

Combine two top Lima tours into just one day on this time- and money-saving small-group tour. First, venture to the outskirts of town and visit the pre-Incan complex and archeological site of Pachacamac. Then, explore Lima’s Historic Center, the Plaza de Armas, Plaza San Martin, and the catacombs beneath the San Francisco Monastery on a guided tour.

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.

Learn about Andean rituals when you visit Pachacamac’s temples on this small group tour, and also pay a visit to Barranco’s bohemian neighborhood. Your guide will take you to places you couldn’t find by yourself, and tell you stories and legends not found in guidebooks. Pickup and drop off are conveniently provided from Lima to keep things simple.