Lima: City Highlights Day Tour

Lima, Peru’s vibrant capital, offers an enticing 8-hour tour that unveils its captivating history and culture. For just $76.50 per person, travelers can explore iconic landmarks, wander through charming neighborhoods, and savor authentic Peruvian cuisine – all while enjoying the convenience of air-conditioned transportation and a knowledgeable local guide. With a stellar customer satisfaction rating, this comprehensive tour promises an unforgettable experience, leaving visitors eager to uncover more of what this remarkable city has to offer.

Good To Know

• This comprehensive 8-hour tour provides an in-depth exploration of Lima’s history, culture, and diverse neighborhoods, including San Francisco Monastery, Miraflores, Barranco, and Huaca Pucllana.
• The tour is priced at $76.50 per person and includes air-conditioned transportation, a knowledgeable local guide, and free cancellation up to 24 hours in advance.
• Highlights of the tour include visiting the San Francisco Monastery and its catacombs, exploring the Miraflores, Barranco, and San Isidro districts, and experiencing the vibrant atmosphere of Lima’s historical center.
• The tour includes a 1-hour and 30-minute lunch break at local restaurants, allowing you to immerse in authentic Peruvian cuisine.
• The tour has an overall customer rating of 4.9 out of 5, with the guides, transportation, and value for money all highly rated.

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Tour Overview and Pricing

The Lima: City Highlights Day Tour offers a comprehensive 8-hour experience that explores the vibrant history and culture of Peru’s capital city.

Priced at $76.50 per person, this tour includes pickup and drop-off, air-conditioned transportation, and a knowledgeable local guide.

Key highlights include the San Francisco Monastery, Miraflores and Barranco districts, and the exterior of the Huaca Pucllana archaeological site.

With flexible booking and free cancellation up to 24 hours in advance, this tour provides excellent value for money, as evidenced by its stellar 4.9/5 customer rating.

Itinerary Highlights

Exploring Lima’s historical center is a highlight of this tour. Visitors will discover the San Francisco Monastery and its catacombs, an intriguing underground cemetery.

The tour also showcases the Miraflores, Barranco, and San Isidro districts, highlighting landmarks like the Huaca Pucllana archaeological site. Guests will visit Lima’s main square, the Plaza de Armas, and the nearby Plaza San Martin.

In Miraflores and San Isidro, the tour includes visits to Love Park and Olive Park. Travelers can admire street art in Barranco and make a wish at the famous Bridge of Sighs.

A lunch break provides an opportunity to sample local cuisine.

Exploring Lima’s Historical Center

As visitors explore Lima’s historical center, they’ll discover the captivating San Francisco Monastery and its intricate catacombs, an underground cemetery that offers a glimpse into the city’s rich past.

The tour also includes a stop at the Miraflores, Barranco, and San Isidro districts, allowing guests to experience the diversity of Lima’s neighborhoods.

Visitors can explore the diversity of Lima’s neighborhoods, including Miraflores, Barranco, and San Isidro.

An exterior view of the Huaca Pucllana, an ancient pre-Inca pyramid, provides a window into the city’s archaeological heritage.

The tour culminates in the iconic Plaza de Armas, the main square, where visitors can admire the colonial architecture and soak in the vibrant atmosphere.

Miraflores and San Isidro Districts

After exploring Lima’s historical center, the tour takes visitors to the vibrant districts of Miraflores and San Isidro. In Miraflores, the group visits Love Park, a popular spot overlooking the Pacific Ocean. The tour then continues to Olive Park in San Isidro, known for its beautiful gardens and olive trees. Along the way, guests admire the street art and architecture that define the unique character of these neighborhoods.

| Location | Highlights |

| — | — |

| Miraflores | Love Park, Pacific Ocean views |

| San Isidro | Olive Park, gardens |

| Both | Street art, architecture |

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Barranco and the Bridge of Sighs

The tour next takes visitors to the vibrant Barranco district, known for its thriving arts scene and striking architecture.

Strolling through the neighborhood, guests will admire the colorful street art and murals adorning the walls. The iconic Bridge of Sighs, a picturesque pedestrian bridge, is a highlight. Visitors can make a wish as they cross the bridge, following a local tradition.

The charming plazas, galleries, and cafes of Barranco provide an opportunity to soak in the district’s lively atmosphere and creative energy before continuing the tour.

Lunch Break at Local Restaurants

During the tour, visitors enjoy a lunch break of 1 hour and 30 minutes at recommended local restaurants. This allows them to experience authentic Peruvian cuisine and take a break from the sightseeing.

The tour guide provides suggestions for highly-rated establishments serving traditional dishes like ceviche, lomo saltado, and quinoa-based meals. Visitors can savor the flavors of Lima while relaxing and recharging before continuing the exploration of the city’s highlights.

The lunch break is an integral part of the tour, offering a chance to take in the local culinary culture.

Inclusions and Exclusions

The Lima: City Highlights Day Tour includes pickup and drop-off from selected areas, transportation by air-conditioned vehicle, a local guide, and entry tickets to the San Francisco Monastery and Catacombs, as well as Huaca Pucllana.

However, the tour excludes transfer from/to Lima Airport or Callao area, entry to the interior of Huaca Pucllana, and the handling of luggage or large bags.

Comfortable clothing is recommended, but the tour isn’t suitable for wheelchair users. Customers should check availability for starting times, as this may vary.

Customer Feedback and Important Information

Customers have rated the Lima: City Highlights Day Tour highly, with an overall score of 4.9 out of 5 based on 130 reviews.

The Lima: City Highlights Day Tour has been highly rated by customers, with an overall score of 4.9 out of 5 based on 130 reviews.

Guides received 4.9/5 for knowledge and friendliness, while transportation was rated 4.9/5 for comfort. The tour also offers great value for money at 4.7/5.

Reviewers like Ali from New Zealand and Carlos from the USA praised the guides and comfortable transportation.

However, the tour isn’t suitable for wheelchair users, and pickup is only available from specific areas.

Comfortable clothing is recommended, and customers should check availability for starting times.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Tour Available on Weekends?

The tour is available on weekends. According to the information provided, the tour has no specific day restrictions, and customers can check availability for starting times.

What Languages Does the Guide Speak?

The tour’s guides speak Spanish and English. They’re knowledgeable and friendly, as evidenced by their 4.9/5 rating from customers for their expertise and service.

Can I Customize the Itinerary to My Preferences?

The tour operator allows some flexibility to customize the itinerary based on customers’ preferences, though the core highlights of the Lima city tour are fixed. Guests can discuss changes with the guide upon pickup.

Do I Need to Bring Any Special Equipment?

No special equipment is needed for this tour. The tour operator recommends wearing comfortable clothing, but doesn’t mention any other required gear. Participants should be prepared for a day of walking and sightseeing around the city.

How Do I Get to the Pickup Location if I’m Not Staying in the Designated Areas?

If you’re not staying in the designated pickup areas, you can meet the tour at a meeting point. The tour provider offers meeting points for locations outside the main pickup zones to accommodate travelers staying elsewhere.

The Sum Up

The "Lima: City Highlights Day Tour" offers a comprehensive and affordable exploration of Lima’s rich cultural heritage. With a highly-rated customer satisfaction score, the tour provides air-conditioned transportation, a knowledgeable guide, and the opportunity to savor authentic Peruvian cuisine, making it an excellent choice for those seeking to experience the city’s iconic landmarks and vibrant districts.

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