Peru’s capital city, Lima, is a spectacular destination that you will discover during this memorable four-day tour visiting its main attractions. Get to know the city’s exquisite cuisine, its beautiful historic centre with enchanting plazas and old residences, the districts of Miraflores, and Barranco with its breathtaking boardwalk.
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TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
Lima: The capital’s architectural ensemble has earned the UNESCO World Heritage Site status with attractions such as the Casa Aliaga, the Cathedral, and the Main Square.
Cathedral: The most imposing monument of the Plaza de Armas, its Gothic-Renaissance style is inherited from the Spanish cathedrals of the XVI century.
Casa de Aliaga: Former residence of the viceroyalty and the only residence of the era that still belongs to the same family to this day.
Larco Museum: Located inside a colonial mansion built on a pre-Columbian pyramid of the seventh century. The museum has the most varied collection of pre-Hispanic pieces of gold and silver.
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TASTES OF LIMA
Itinerary subject to change until departure date
DAY 1 – LIMA
Arrive at the airport and transfer to the hotel. The Peruvian capital is a modern metropolis full of history, currently undergoing an exciting process of cultural and economic changes. In the afternoon, experience the Magical Water Circuit of Lima, a modern system of fountains certified as the largest in the world by the Guinness World Records. Built in Exhibition Park, the Magical Water Circuit attracts crowds during summer and winter, being one of the new favourite attractions of Lima. After your visit, head towards a restaurant to enjoy a fantastic dinner show. After the tasty dinner, transfer to the hotel. Accommodation.
DAY 2 – LIMA
Breakfast. Set out to explore Lima’s old town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site packed with fascinating historic buildings, 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 that still belongs 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. At night, transfer to the restaurant for dinner. The restaurant is located in an incomparable setting, inside the complex of an adobe pyramid built by the original inhabitants of Lima more than 1,500 years ago. After dinner, transfer to the hotel. Accommodation.
DAY 3 – LIMA
Breakfast. The day will be dedicated to a food tour through the streets of Barranco, one of the most beautiful, artistic and bohemian neighbourhoods in Lima. Taste the classics of Peruvian gastronomy such as lomo saltado and causa, and learn how to prepare the famous ceviche and pisco sour. Plus, participate in a biodiversity workshop with chocolate tastings. During the tours, you'll get to discover the historical and cultural anecdotes behind every dish as you taste it. Rest of the day at leisure. Accommodation.
DAY 4 – LIMA
Breakfast. At a time to be arranges locally, transfer to the airport to embark on your next flight.
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REMARKS
- 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.
- Entrance to the hotels starts at 15:00.