Lima Day Tour: Highlights and Insiders Tour (full day)
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- COVID-19protected
- City sightseeing
- Family
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- Booking Type Instant booking
- duration 1 days
- tour type Small group Request as private
- age requirement 12-95 yrs
- max group size 16
- guiding method Fully guided
- Tour Code BM-28883
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- Operated in English
- Starts Lima, Peru
- Ends Lima, Peru
- Enjoy a guided tour of Lima's cultural and culinary highlights. Visit Plaza San Martin and see the statue of José San MartÃn.
- The liberator of Peru. Take a walking tour of Plaza de Armas to learn about the history of the presidential palace. See the exquisite architecture of The Basilica and Convent of San Francisco. Take a break from walking and enjoy a local specialty.
- Butifarra Soledeñas.
Delve into Lima's culture and culinary highlights with a day tour visiting Plaza San Martin, Plaza De Armas, the Basilica and Convent of San Francisco and Barranco. Taste some local bites and take in the sights of Peru's beautiful capital.
Duration: 6-7 hours
Meeting Point: Miraflores Church (main door)
Finish Point: Miraflores Church (main door)
Itinerary:
Begin the Day in bustling Miraflores district. Hop on a public bus for a local experience as you make your way to the historic centre of Lima where you will be taken on a guided tour through Lima's cultural and culinary highlights.
Visit Plaza San Martin built in the early 20th century and named for the liberator of Peru, José de San MartÃn, whose statue you can find in the centre of the plaza. This plaza is particularly enjoyed in the evenings when it is illuminated so if you have extended time in Lima it may be beneficial to come back to the plaza in the evening for a stroll.
Next, take a walking tour of the Plaza de Armas where you'll learn about the history of the presidential palace. In the plaza there isn't a single building that remains from the 16th-century settlement, however, at the centre of the plaza stands a beautiful bronze fountain that has stood there since 1650.
The Basilica and Convent of San Francisco are a must-see in Lima. The architecture of the monastery is exquisite and what lies beneath the surface is sure to intrigue many. The cathedral is famous for its bone-lined catacombs that house approximately 70,000 remains, many of the remains are exposed and stacked along the walls in strange patterns.
Take a break from walking around the historic centre of Lima for a small bite to eat along the way. Try Butifarra Soledeñas, a type of sausage that has developed into a regional speciality and is made from ground beef and pork mixed with spices. Enjoy a pisco sour if you fancy!
Hop back on the bus and head to the bohemian, trendy neighbourhood of Barranco. See the eclectic mesh of past and present, colonial mansions, boutique shops and inviting bars. Admire street art, the Bridge of Sighs, and more, in what is known as the hub of creativity in Lima. Enjoy a coffee tasting and demonstration at Terrua Café. Finally, for your last stop on the tour, visit the Victor DelfÃn house, which is a gorgeous mansion, art studio and museum all in one.
Packing essentials: Water bottle, sunblock, sunglasses, camera, some cash to buy souvenirs.
- All accommodation is included. Accommodation is mainly in twin share rooms. Sometimes dorm accommodations are used which will be exclusive to your tour group.
- No meals included
- Local bus, walking
- G Adventures CEO (Chief Experience Officer) or Professional English Speaking Local Guide
- Transportation (public)
- Butifarra sandwich
- Walking tour of the Plaza de Armas
- San Francisco Convent
- Walking tour of Barranco
- Coffee tasting and demonstration at a local cafe
- Visit to local art gallery of Victor Delfin
- Any international flights to/from Lima are not included in this price. We always recommend that you arrive 1 day prior to your tour starting date.
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No additional cancellation fees apply for this Lima Day Tour: Highlights and Insiders Tour (full day) tour. You can cancel the tour up to 62 days prior departure and avoid paying the full amount, but your deposit paid is non-refundable. No refund applies for cancellations within 61 days of departure.
PaymentFor any tour departures within 19 June 2024, full payment is required. For tours that depart later than 19 June 2024, a deposit is required to confirm this tour, and the remaining balance will be charged 61 days before trip departure.
Travel InsuranceLima Day Tour: Highlights and Insiders Tour (full day) tour requires that you have adequate and valid travel insurance covering medical and personal accidents, including repatriation costs and emergency evacuation. World Nomads offers travel insurance for independent travelers and intrepid families.
VisaFor this Lima Day Tour: Highlights and Insiders Tour (full day) tour getting the required visa(s) is the responsibility for each individual traveller, as visa requirements vary depending on your nationality. We recommend to check with your local embassies representing the countries that you are traveling to, as part of this itinerary.
You must be 18 to travel unaccompanied on this tour. For minors travelling with a guardian over 21 years old, the minimum age is 12.
This trip incorporates the following COVID-19 measures:
- This tour has received the World Travel and Tourism Council’s ‘Safe Travels’ stamp, which provides travellers with assurance that COVID-19 health and hygiene protocols have been adhered to.
- Elevated hygiene safety measures and distancing will be followed in transportation, accommodation and meal venues. Frequently touched surfaces are regularly disinfected.
- This tour requires you to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 at least 14 days before your departure day or have a negative PCR test within 96 hours before your departure day.
