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Tour Overview
Embark on a culinary and cultural journey with the "Tasty Lima, Private Tour" in Peru's vibrant capital. This exclusive experience offers a blend of history and gastronomy, starting with a visit to Lima's UNESCO World Heritage sites, including the majestic Cathedral and the historic Casa de Aliaga. Dive into the rich flavors of Peruvian cuisine with a hands-on cooking class, where you'll learn to prepare ceviche and the iconic pisco sour. Explore the artistic Barranco district, sampling local street food like anticucho and picarones. Enjoy private transfers and luxurious accommodations, ranging from 3-star to 5-star hotels, ensuring a comfortable stay. This tour promises an unforgettable exploration of Lima's culinary delights and historical treasures. ...more ...less
Highlights
Lima's architectural ensemble, including the Casa Aliaga, the Cathedral, and the Main Square, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Visit the Larco Museum, housed in a colonial mansion built on a pre-Columbian pyramid, featuring a vast collection of pre-Hispanic gold and silver pieces.
Experience the Magical Water Circuit of Lima, the largest fountain complex in the world, certified by Guinness World Records.
Taste 15 Peruvian meals and drinks in Barranco, Lima's most beautiful, artistic, and bohemian neighborhood.
Learn to prepare ceviche and pisco sour during a 4-hour walking food tour in Barranco.
Explore Lima's old town, with its historic buildings and grandiose architecture from the Spanish Empire.
Sample local delicacies like anticucho and picarones in the charming district of Barranco.
Itinerary
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Accommodation Name: Tierra Viva or similar 3*, Jose Antonio Deluxe or similar 4*, Pullman Lima Miraflores or similar 5*
Meals Included: Dinner
Arrive at Lima Airport. A transportation service and a guide will pick you up from the airport at the scheduled time to transfer you to your hotel in Lima. The Peruvian capital is a modern metropolis full of history, currently undergoing an exciting process of cultural and economic changes. In the afternoon, a private transportation service will pick you up from your hotel and take you to the restaurant. Enjoy a dinner at Huaca Pucllana restaurant, located within the complex of a pyramid built with adobe by the ancient inhabitants of Lima over 1500 years ago. The restaurant features a rustic colonial-style design and offers a fusion of Peruvian cuisine. After the tasty dinner, return to your hotel.Overnight in Lima. ...more ...less
Day 2
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LIMA
Location: Lima, Lima's Old Town, Main Square, Lima, Lima's Cathedral, Casa Aliaga, Lima, Pueblo Libre, Lima, Larco Museum, Lima
Accommodation Name: Tierra Viva or similar 3*, Jose Antonio Deluxe or similar 4*, Pullman Lima Miraflores or similar 5*
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Have a tasty breakfast at the hotel. Explore Peru’s vibrant cuisine by starting your day with a visit to a local market, where you’ll discover the diversity of ingredients we offer. Next, head to a renowned restaurant to participate in a cocktail class, where you learn to make Pisco Sour, Peru’s national drink. Following that, you’ll enjoy a cooking class preparing traditional Peruvian dishes. At the end of the class, taste the delicious dishes you’ve prepared, completing an immersive experience in Lima’s culinary culture.Next, explore Lima’s old town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site packed with fascinating historic buildings. Start with a scenic tour in 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 and 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 to the traditional Pueblo Libre district and 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.Overnight in Lima.
Day 3
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LIMA: DISCOVERING THE STREET FOOD
Location: Barranco
Accommodation Name: Tierra Viva or similar 3*, Jose Antonio Deluxe or similar 4*, Pullman Lima Miraflores or similar 5*
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Today, experience the local cuisine in Barranco, a traditional and picturesque district considered Lima's most romantic and bohemian. In the early 20th century, Barranco housed the summer residences of the wealthiest families, leaving behind a unique architectural legacy. With its 20th-century mansions, art galleries, and vibrant nightlife, this district is one of the most charming in the capital. After exploring its delightful streets, stop at a typical street food stand to sample local delicacies. Try the traditional "anticucho," a beef heart skewer marinated with garlic, vinegar, and ají panca. Then, try the delicious picarones, an iconic dessert made from squash.Overnight in Lima.
Day 4
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DEPART LIMA
Location: Lima
Meals Included: Breakfast
Have a tasty breakfast and then enjoy a pleasant transfer from the selected hotel to the airport.
Breakfast included.
What's Included
Tour Guide
Operated with English, Spanish, Portuguese or French speaking local guides on a private basis.
Transport
Private transfers from and to the airport, along with private transport as mentioned in the itinerary.
Entrance Fees and Activities
All visits mentioned in the itinerary: Casa Aliaga, Cathedral and Larco Museum in Lima.
What's Not Included
Personal Expenditures
Expenditures of a personal nature, alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages during meals, meals or items not stated explicitly in the programme.
Tips
Tips for driver and guide.
Additional Visits
Additional optional visits.
International Flights
International flights to Peru.
Airport Taxes
International airport departure taxes.
Requirements
Comfortable and light clothing is recommended for visiting the coastal areas of Peru, while for the high Andean area the use of warm clothing is recommended. It is not recommended that visitors wear sleeveless shirts, shorts, short skirts or short clothes when visiting religious temples or official buildings. Sunscreen, sunglasses, hat and mosquito repellent can be very useful during your stay.
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Please Note
Rates do not apply to Peruvians or residents with more than 60 days of stay. If passengers are Peruvians or exceed 60 days of stay, sale taxes (18%) will be collected by our local operator
Please note that check-in in most hotels begins at 13:00 hrs. Clients will be subject to the availability of the room if they arrive before, waiting in the hotel lobby
We reserve the right to change itineraries and activities due to weather conditions, technical problems or security reasons.
Accommodation options
ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS
Day 1-3 Lima
Standard Hotel Category = Tierra Viva or similar 3*
Superior Hotel Category = Jose Antonio Deluxe or similar 4*
Deluxe Hotel Category = Pullman Lima Miraflores or similar 5*
OPTIONAL EXTRA:
Pre-/Post night in Lima
Standard Hotel Category = Tierra Viva or similar 3*
Superior Hotel Category = Jose Antonio Deluxe or similar 4*
Deluxe Hotel Category = Pullman Lima Miraflores or similar 5*
Mode of Transport
Private transfers from and to the airport, along with private transport as mentioned in the itinerary, ensure a seamless and comfortable travel experience throughout your tour.
Accommodation
Enjoy 3 nights' accommodation in Lima with options ranging from the 3-star Tierra Viva, the 4-star Jose Antonio Deluxe, to the 5-star Pullman Lima Miraflores, ensuring a comfortable stay to suit your preferences.
Accommodation options
ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS
Day 1-3 Lima
Standard Hotel Category = Tierra Viva or similar 3*
Superior Hotel Category = Jose Antonio Deluxe or similar 4*
Deluxe Hotel Category = Pullman Lima Miraflores or similar 5*
OPTIONAL EXTRA:
Pre-/Post night in Lima
Standard Hotel Category = Tierra Viva or similar 3*
Superior Hotel Category = Jose Antonio Deluxe or similar 4*
Deluxe Hotel Category = Pullman Lima Miraflores or similar 5*
Check out our Q&As
What kind of culinary experiences can I expect on this tour?
You will have the opportunity to taste 15 Peruvian meals and drinks in Barranco, learn how to prepare the famous ceviche and pisco sour during a 4-hour walking food tour, and participate in a cocktail class to make Pisco Sour. Additionally, you will enjoy a cooking class where you prepare traditional Peruvian dishes.
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What historical sites will I visit during the tour?
The tour includes visits to Lima's old town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, where you will see the Main Square, Lima's Cathedral, and Casa Aliaga. You will also visit the Larco Museum, which is located in a beautifully restored viceregal mansion built on a pre-Columbian pyramid.
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What is the accommodation like during the tour?
You will enjoy 3 nights' accommodation in Lima with options ranging from the 3-star Tierra Viva, the 4-star Jose Antonio Deluxe, to the 5-star Pullman Lima Miraflores, ensuring a comfortable stay to suit your preferences.
How will I be transported during the tour?
The tour includes private transfers from and to the airport, along with private transport as mentioned in the itinerary, ensuring a seamless and comfortable travel experience throughout your tour.
What meals are included in the tour package?
The tour package includes 3 breakfasts, 1 lunch on day 2, and 1 dinner on day 1.
What languages are available for the tour guide?
The tour is operated with local guides who speak English, Spanish, Portuguese, or French on a private basis.
What does the price include?
What is included is stated specifically on the product Description. Gratuities are at your discretion. Prices do not include (unless stated otherwise) - gratuities to the guide, driver or tour manager.
Are Visa fees included in the price?
No, visa fees are not included
What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
You can change it by logging into your profile and click on Bookings. Please check your cancellation policy.
What documents will I receive before I travel?
Booking confirmation with Itinerary and confirmation vouchers
When are there specific hotel names confirmed?
Confirmed hotel names are informed latest 10 days prior to client's arrival
Do you offer any travel insurance?
We do not offer Travel Insurance but would strongly recommend that you purchase a comprehensive Travel Insurance Policy prior to departure.
Is there any option for solo traveller?
Yes of course. Please note that the default selection shows the price per person per double room. For solo travellers, you will have to select a single room when available.
Are flights included in the tour?
No, they are not included
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Reviews of this operator
Jose G.
Muy preparados y respetuosos, gracias LIma Tours
15-Feb-2023
El personal muy atento, preparados, respetuosos
Cesar
Excelente empresa
22-Feb-2023
Me gusto la atención y la formalidad de la agencia.
Marcela
Todo excelente la atención de team de Lima Tours muy buena
16-Feb-2023
Todo excelente la atención de team de Lima Tours muy buena
Lima Tours requires a minimum deposit of
25%
or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 89 days before departure.
Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of lima tours charges.
At 29 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 8 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
Tasty Lima, Private Tour
4 Days Starting and ending in Lima, Peru
Visiting:
Lima, Huaca Pucllana, Lima's Old Town, Main Square, Lima, Lima's Cathedral, Casa Aliaga, Lima, Pueblo Libre, Lima, Larco Museum, Lima, Barranco
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