Iquitos Full-Day Tour
Description
Want to make the most of your visit to Iquitos? On this tour, we'll visit the historic center of this Peruvian city and the fascinating Amazonian Acuarium!
Tour Details
At the designated time, we'll meet at Avenida Antonio Raimondi to start a comprehensive tour of Iquitos. During the tour, we'll discover the main attractions of this city located on the banks of the Amazon River and delve into its history.
We will explore the historic center of Iquitos, admiring mansions decorated with tiles brought from Europe during the rubber boom of the late 19th century.
We'll see the façade of the Casa de Fierro, designed by Gustave Eiffel. Then, we’ll visit the Museum of Indigenous Amazonian Cultures, where we will find handicrafts, textiles, and objects from various local ethnic groups.
Next, we'll stop at the Mercado de Belén, a vibrant market showcasing local life, with an array of goods including fruit, fish, and meat products.
After an hour of free time for lunch at a nearby restaurant, we’ll board a minibus for a short drive to the Amazonian Aquarium. The aquarium features diverse fish species from the region, including those from Loreto, and highlights the electric eels.
After a total of 8 hours, the tour will conclude back at the starting point.
What's included
- Transport by tuk tuk or minibus
- English–speaking guide
- Entrance fees
What's not included
- Food and drink
Cancellation policy
Cancellazione gratuita fino a 24 ore prima (local time)
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible.
Important information
On the day of the activity, please go to the offices of the local provider, Amazon & Andes Expeditions, located at the following address: Avenida Antonio Raimondi, 350, Iquitos. Please arrive 15 minutes in advance.
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