Book 4-Day City Tour 'Charming Lima' - Museums, Chatedrals and Art

Visit the best touristic sights of the peruvian capital
4 days   3 nights

Discover the enchanting allure of Lima with our 4-day 'Charming Lima' city tour. Immerse yourself in the rich history and vibrant culture of the City of Kings as you explore its most iconic landmarks and hidden gems. From the grandeur of its colonial architecture to the captivating stories of its past, Lima offers a unique blend of tradition and modernity. Experience the city's highlights, including its historic center, majestic cathedrals, and renowned museums.

  • Day 1 - Arrival and transfer to hotel. Overnight.
  • Day 2 - Explore Lima's historic center, cathedrals, and Barranco district.
  • Day 3 - Visit the Museum of Anthropology and Pachacamac archaeological site.
  • Day 4 - Breakfast and transfer to the bus station. End of services.

1 Welcome to Peru: Your Adventure Begins

Your exciting journey in Peru starts today! Upon arrival, you'll be warmly greeted and transferred to your hotel where you can relax and unwind. Get ready for an unforgettable vacation.

2 City Tour

Breakfast.

We start the tour guided by the most important places and attractions of Lima, "City of Kings. "The tour includes tour of the Historic Center of Lima, Main Plaza, Government Palace, Cathedral, Archbishop’s Palace, Municipal palace, Central Reserve Bank museum*, where you can appreciate the treasures of Peru: a fine selection of gold objects, ceramics and textiles of various pre-Columbian cultures, from their origins to the Incas, which captivate and impress visitors. We continue to the Santo Domingo Church, where we discover the tombs of Santa Rosa and San Martin de Porres, and then to Lima's Colonial Balconies. Later we will visit the Convent and Church of San Francisco, the greatest monumental complex of Colonial Art in America and Cultural Heritage Site. The tour includes a visit to the Basilica of 21 altars, Convent of the cloisters, Clementine Chapter house, choir, library of the monks, museum that displays 11 canvas paintings of the Rubens School, the Sacristy with canvas paintings by Zurbaran and Rivera, great patio decorated with Seville tiles of XVI Century, Moorish arches and underground catacombs, which were formerly a large public cemetery, and finally we visit the San Martin Plaza. Time to sample Peruvian food at a good restaurant. (by passengers) We go to the district of Barranco, located alongside the sea on the south side of Lima about 20 minutes from the Main Plaza where we visit Barranco Plaza, Library, Town Hall, Bridge of Sighs, Monuments José Antonio Lavalle and Chabuca Granda, "The Hermitage"Church, Bajada bathrooms Lookout, Electricity Museum, also recalling past years, we will take a pleasant ride by tram and pass by the Pedro de Osma Museum. Then we go to the district of Chorrillos where we visit Mount Solar, a natural viewpoint of the Bay of Lima, where you can appreciate the urban landscape and seascape of much of the city of Lima and the southern beaches. At the top is a monument to the Unknown Soldier, a famous symbol of the Defense of Lima, which represents the anonymous soldiers who died defending their country during the infamous war with Chile and we also visit the solar planetary museum which is a multimedia auditoriumwhich presents the Lima celestial vault and astronomical phenomena that occur in the universe. Afterwards we will continue to “Friar Jump”, which tells a story from twenty years ago, the legend coming to life on ‘La Herradura’ beach: Fernando Canchari, dressed in a cassock, threw himself from the highest point into the imposing sea. Return to the hotel Overnight stay.

3 Discovering Pueblo Libre's Cultural Treasures

Start your morning with a delicious breakfast before embarking on an enriching journey through Pueblo Libre. Our first stop is the Museum of Anthropology, Archaeology, and History of Peru. As the oldest state museum in the country, it serves as the heart of the National Museums network. Here, you'll explore a vast collection of cultural heritage, including ceramics, textiles, metals, and lithographs. Discover the preserved human remains that offer a fascinating glimpse into our pre-Hispanic past. This museum uniquely presents a comprehensive chronological narrative from the first settlers to the republican era, complemented by exhibitions on pre-Hispanic technology.

Continue your day with a visit to the archaeological center of Pachacamac. This ancient Pre-Columbian pilgrimage site overlooks the fertile Lurin Valley and the Pacific Ocean. Built around 700 BC, the temple was dedicated to worshipping the Sun God and the moon. Constructed mainly from mud bricks, it features the Pachacamac idol, temples, enclosures, and recently restored catacombs. Recognized as a significant ceremonial center of the pre-Inca era, pilgrims once traveled from afar to honor Pachacamac, the creator of the world. The well-preserved Inca section houses a fascinating collection of pre-Hispanic relics.

Return to your hotel in the evening for a restful overnight stay.

4 Day 4: Farewell to Peru

Enjoy a leisurely breakfast as you reflect on your unforgettable Peruvian adventure.

In the morning, our team will assist you with a smooth transfer to the bus station, ensuring a hassle-free departure.

END OF SERVICES

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  INCLUDES:

  • Accommodation.
  • 3 breakfasts.
  • Official specialist tourist guides.
  • Entrance fees to places visited.
  • Transfers in / out
  • Permanent personal assistance.
  • First aid kit.
  • First aid attention (if needed).
  • Private tourist transport
  • taitalindo gift.

NOT INCLUDED:

  • Excess baggage.
  • Alcoholic drinks, soda or bottled mineral water.
  • Personal expenses.
  • Tips.
  • National or international personal phone calls.

RECOMMENDED TO TAKE:

  • Summer clothes.
  • Sun block.
  • Sunglasses.
  • Hiking shoes or sandshoes for walking.
  • Soda or bottled mineral water.
  • Camera.
  • Swimwear.