Lima Day Trip
Description
Discover the highlights of Peru's vibrant capital with our tailored Lima Day Trip from Callao. Whether your passion lies in history or culinary delights, you'll find an itinerary that perfectly aligns with your interests.
Lima Day Trip
During the booking process, select from the diverse day trip options outlined below. Each tour includes hotel pick up and drop off in Callao, comfortable coach transportation, and the services of an English-speaking guide.
Lima Tour + Bodega and Quadra Site Museum (5 hours)
Our journey kicks off at Huaca Pucllana, where you'll stand before a stunning 82-foot (25-metre) pyramid. Following this, we'll immerse ourselves in the historic center of Lima, appreciating its remarkable architecture.
Next, we'll delve into the past at the Bodega and Quadra Site Museum, home to a captivating exhibition of artifacts from the Viceroyalty. Our visit concludes at the Santo Domingo Convent, renowned for its library containing over 25,000 antique volumes.
Schedule: Daily at 8 am.
Lima Tour + Larco Museum (6 hours)
This tour includes a visit to the truncated pyramid of Huaca Huallamarca, followed by an exploration of the Larco Museum, which hosts the largest private collection of pre-Columbian art in Peru.
We'll indulge in a flavorful lucuma mousse, a dessert made from local fruit, before heading to the iconic Santo Domingo Convent.
Schedule: Daily at 7:30 am.
Lima History Tour + Magic Water Circuit (10 hours 30 minutes)
Your day will commence with a visit to Pachacamac, an archaeological site revealing Lima's pre-Inca heritage. After exploring, we'll take a break for a two-course meal in Barranco, then continue to the historic district to uncover the glory of the capital’s past.
Our next destination is the San Francisco Convent, a historic landmark where you can explore its eerie catacombs. Finally, we’ll enjoy the spectacular show at the Magic Water Circuit, featuring breathtaking light and water displays.
Schedule: Tuesday to Sunday at 10 am.
Lima History and Food Tour (9 hours 30 minutes)
Join us for a taste of Lima's diverse culinary scene! We'll visit a local market and Chinatown, where the fusion of Chinese and Peruvian cultures is evident. Here, we’ll delight in sampling traditional dishes.
Then, we’ll wander through the heart of Lima, delving into its colonial history. Participants will learn how to prepare ceviche limeño and enjoy a two-course meal. To conclude our delicious journey, we’ll head to Barranco for a taste of picarones, a delightful dessert made from pumpkin and sweet potato. The day wraps up with a visit to a handicraft shop.
Schedule: Daily at 8 am.
What's included
- Hotel pick up and drop off
- Transport by minibus or coach
- English speaking guide
- Tickets
- Lunch (optional)
- Lucuma mousse tasting (optional)
- Tastings at the market and in Chinatown (optional)
Cancellation policy
Cancellazione gratuita fino a 12 ore prima (local time)
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible. Paid wheelchair loan service available. This must be indicated in the reservation.
Important information
We'll pick you up from your hotel in Callao at the scheduled time. The pick up schedule for the different options is as follows:
- Lima Tour + Bodega and Quadra Site Museum: 8 am.
- Lima Tour + Larco Museum: 7:30 am.
- Lima History Tour + Magic Water Circuit: 10 am.
- Lima History and Food Tour: 9 am.
Please be ready in the hotel reception 10 minutes early.
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