Flavors of Lima

Duration:

1 day

Group:

2 or more

Type of excursion:

Flavors and Experiences

From:

USD $100.00

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Discover why Lima is considered one of South America’s culinary capitals on a tour brimming with flavors, culture, and tradition. This full-day culinary tour combines culinary experiences, tastings, and visits to the city’s most iconic sites.

The experience begins in the morning with a visit to a traditional Lima market, where you’ll discover a wide variety of Peruvian ingredients such as chili peppers, exotic fruits, fresh fish, and typical products from Peru’s coast, highlands, and jungle. Here, you’ll enjoy local tastings and learn about Peru’s rich culinary heritage.

Next, the tour continues with a hands-on Peruvian cooking class, where a chef from a local restaurant will teach you how to prepare iconic dishes such as ceviche and pisco sour. Participants will have the chance to interact and discover the secrets of Peruvian cuisine while enjoying a fun and authentic experience.

At noon, enjoy lunch at a typical Lima restaurant featuring a traditional Peruvian menu—perfect for sampling specialties like lomo saltado, ají de gallina, arroz con mariscos, or causa limeña.

In the afternoon, we’ll explore Barranco with its breathtaking ocean views and visit cafes serving the best Peruvian coffee and chocolate.

Tourist Transportation
Professional Guide
Cooking Class
Tourist Lunch
Coffee or Chocolate Tasting
On-site Assistance

Personal expenses
Drinks with lunch
Tips

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Lima from the Airport

Airport Pickup
Arrival at Jorge Chávez International Airport and welcome by our team.
Transfer to Lima’s historic center to begin the tour.

Colonial and Republican City Tour
Panoramic tour of the Peruvian capital’s main attractions:

Lima’s Plaza Mayor
Government Palace of Peru
Lima Cathedral
San Francisco Convent and its famous catacombs.

Time for photos and a stroll through historic streets lined with colonial balconies and traditional architecture.

Traditional Peruvian lunch
Enjoy renowned Peruvian cuisine at a local restaurant featuring traditional dishes such as:

Peruvian ceviche
Lomo saltado
Ají de gallina
Pisco Sour
Free time for shopping or taking photos.

Return to the Airport

At the scheduled time, transfer back to Jorge Chávez International Airport to catch your next flight.

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Colonial & Republican Lima City Tour

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The tour begins in Lima’s historic center, designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site:

Plaza Mayor of Lima
Government Palace of Peru
Lima Cathedral
San Francisco Convent and Catacombs.

A tour through colonial balconies, historic churches, and traditional plazas.

Modern Lima and Costa Verde

Visit to the main attractions of Miraflores:

Parque del Amor
Larcomar
Panoramic view of the Costa Verde and the Pacific Ocean.

Free time for shopping, coffee, or taking photos.

Free evening
Optional activities: Night City Tour with the Fountain of Waters, Folkloric Dinner Show.

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🇵🇪 Lima Ancient Tour

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Visit to the Larco Museum

Entrance to the renowned Larco Museum, one of Peru’s most important museums, located in an elegant 18th-century viceregal mansion.
During the tour, we’ll explore:

More than 5,000 years of ancient Peruvian history
Collections of gold, silver, and pre-Columbian ceramics
Galleries dedicated to the Mochica, Chimú, Nazca, and Inca cultures
The famous room of erotic ceramics
Beautiful gardens and colonial architecture

Mateo Salado Archaeological Complex

We’ll continue on to the impressive Mateo Salado Archaeological Complex, an ancient administrative and ceremonial center built by the Ychsma culture.
Tour of its adobe pyramids and archaeological viewpoints, where we’ll discover:

Lima’s pre-Hispanic history
Ancient construction techniques
The ceremonial significance of the complex
Panoramic views of the city

Wine and Pisco Tasting
We’ll wrap up the experience with a visit to Bodega Santiago Queirolo, a traditional Peruvian winery renowned for its wines and piscos.

The experience includes:

Guided wine and pisco tasting
Explanation of the production processes
Time to shop for artisanal products and souvenirs

A perfect experience to discover the traditional flavors of Peru.

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🇵🇪 Flavor and Life in Barranco

Hotel Pickup

The experience begins with pickup from your hotel.
Transfer to the traditional district of Barranco, known for its artistic atmosphere, Republican-era architecture, and cultural life.

Cultural Walking Tour of Barranco
Guided walking tour of the district’s main tourist and cultural attractions:

Bridge of Sighs
Barranco Square
Bajada de los Baños
Boardwalks overlooking the Pacific Ocean
Murals and street art
Republican-era mansions and traditional streets
Historic churches and art galleries

During the walk, we’ll discover stories, legends, and the most creative and bohemian side of Lima.

Optional Visits to Museums and Art Spaces

Pedro de Osma Museum
An elegant museum located in a historic Republican-era mansion that houses an important collection of Peruvian viceregal art.
Lima Museum of Contemporary Art
A modern space dedicated to exhibitions by Peruvian and international artists, ideal for lovers of contemporary art.

Víctor Delfín House Museum
A tour of the studio and residence of renowned Peruvian sculptor Víctor Delfín, featuring stunning ocean views and unique works of art.

Peruvian Coffee Experience
Visit a specialty coffee shop to enjoy renowned Peruvian coffee.
The experience includes:

An introduction to Peruvian coffee and its producing regions
Artisanal brewing methods
Specialty coffee tasting
Pairing with local desserts or snacks

Discover unique aromas and flavors from the Peruvian highlands and jungle.

Peruvian Gastronomic Experience

Followed by a culinary experience at a restaurant or gastrobar in Barranco.
Tasting of traditional and contemporary dishes such as:

Peruvian ceviche
Lima-style causa
Anticuchos
Lomo saltado
Traditional cocktails such as the Pisco Sour

Optionally, a demonstration class on making ceviche and pisco sour can be included.

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Lima Historic Center

Hotel Pickup

The tour begins with pickup from hotels located in Miraflores, San Isidro, or Barranco.
Transfer to the Historic Center of Lima, designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Colonial Walking Tour of the Historic Center
Guided tour of the city’s main historic streets and squares:

Lima’s Plaza Mayor
Government Palace of Peru
Archbishop’s Palace of Lima
Colonial Balconies and Republican Mansions
Jirón de la Unión and traditional streets

We’ll learn about the history of Lima’s founding, its legends, and the evolution of the Peruvian capital during the viceregal era.

Visit to the Convent of San Francisco and the Catacombs

Admission to the historic Convent of San Francisco, one of the most important religious complexes in Latin America.
The tour includes:

Colonial church and convent
Ancient library and religious art
Historic cloisters
Lima’s famous underground catacombs

A fascinating experience to discover the mysteries and traditions of colonial Lima.

Visit to the Aliaga House
A tour of the historic Casa Aliaga, considered the oldest house in the Americas to have been inhabited by the same family since colonial times.
During the visit, we’ll see:

Elegantly preserved colonial rooms
Viceroyal-era furniture and art
Interior courtyards and traditional architecture
The history of one of Peru’s oldest families

Traditional Lima Tasting
The experience continues with a delicious tasting of:

Artisanal Lima-style churros
Traditional Peruvian Pisco Sour

A perfect combination to enjoy the classic flavors of Lima.

Shopping Tour
Free time to explore traditional shops, artisanal markets, cafes, and galleries in the historic center.
Ideal for buying:

Peruvian souvenirs
Local handicrafts
Traditional sweets
Alpaca products and cultural souvenirs

Optional: Admission to Lima Cathedral
Option to visit the historic Lima Cathedral, one of the country’s most iconic religious monuments.
The tour includes:

Altars and colonial religious art
Historic chapels
The tomb of Francisco Pizarro
Viceroyal architecture and heritage

Optional: Peruvian Culinary Experience
Followed by a culinary experience at a restaurant or gastrobar in Lima.
Tasting of traditional and contemporary dishes such as:

Peruvian ceviche
Lima-style causa
Anticuchos
Lomo saltado
Traditional cocktails such as the Pisco Sour

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