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Callao, Peru

Callao

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Callao

Welcome to Callao, Peru’s lively oceanfront gem! This bustling port city offers vibrant street art, mouthwatering ceviche, and a glimpse into maritime history at the Real Felipe Fortress. Stroll along the scenic Malecon, soak up the sun, and catch a glimpse of local fishermen in action. With its rich culture and coastal charm, Callao is a must-visit!

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5/5
3 h 30 mins

Lima Food Tour: 9 Peruvian Experiences

This is an anthropological journey beyond the polished, Netflix-style image of Lima’s street food scene. We offer a different perspective from the fine-dining world of renowned restaurants like Central and Maido. We’ll explore noisy and crowdy streets, markets and hole-in-the-wall spots around Central Market and Chinatown in order to try amazing Peruvian delicacies. Every stop is carefully selected for quality, flavor, context and character by local experts. Each experience may include more than one bite, dish or drink, because some Peruvian combinations simply belong together. 1. Choclo con Queso 2. Papa Rellena 3. Ceviche (Hole-in-the-Wall) 4. Carapulcra + Sopa Seca + Chicha Morada 5. Ceviche (street) 6. Siu Mae + China Town Stories 7. Central Market Experience 8. Picarones (Top Rated dessert) 9. Seasonal Exotic Fruits --- 10. Pisco Sour (optional) --- Just show up hungry and curious! Less rushing. More tasting. More stories.

$50.00
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5/5
2 h

Tour Miraflores + Fotografía Profesional

Conserva tus mejores recuerdos de momentos inolvidables. Capturamos tus emociones en fotografía y vídeo profesional mientras conoces el hermoso distrito de Miraflores y sus parques frente al mar. En caso no desee el tour en Miraflores puede cambiarlo por el Centro Histórico de Lima previa coordinación.

$39.00
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5/5

Lima Photo Day Tour

THE REAL LIMA TOUR _ The PRIVATE Lima Photography Day Tour is the only tour that will take you to touristic and untouristic places of the Peruvian Capital. And all of that by walking and private transportation ( safely of course ). Is there any better way to discover Lima other than doing it as a "Limeño"?  Your guide will be a professional photographer and a fanatic of Peruvian culture and history.

$210.00
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5/5
7 h

Lima City Tour, Dinner, and Magic Water Circuit from Callao Port

Immerse yourself in the best of Lima! Discover the history of the "City of Kings" as we explore its most emblematic sites—from grand colonial squares and the immense Cathedral to majestic viceregal palaces. The journey continues at the Magic Water Circuit, one of the largest fountain complexes in the world. With 13 fountains dancing to the rhythm of music and vibrant lights, it is an experience you'll never forget! Travel with Purpose: We are a sustainable company dedicated to making a difference. A portion of our profits directly funds social projects for families and children in extreme poverty. By joining us, you help keep Peruvian culture alive, protect the environment, and create fair job opportunities for the local community.

$119.00
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5/5
4 h

Highlights of Lima: Top Districts in 4 Hours

Get to know the most outstanding and modern districts of Lima: Chorrillos, Barranco, Miraflores and Surquillo, full of history and color. Contemplate the best landscapes and take the best photos. We'll visit local neighborhoods, non-touristy neighborhoods, taste safe street food, and more surprises await you! In addition, you should know that our company mission is to support our nonprofit sister organization, Reciprocity NGO. With the profits from our tours, Reciprocity NGO is able to implement social projects that improve the quality of life for the communities living below the poverty line.

$48.00
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5/5
3 h 30 mins

Lima Historic Center Walking Tour & San Francisco Catacombs

Explore Lima’s Historic Center through its most important squares, streets, and landmarks, while discovering the stories, legends, and key events that shaped the city from colonial times to the republican era. This small-group experience also includes a visit to the famous San Francisco Catacombs, making it a memorable and enriching way to understand Lima’s history.

$35.29
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5/5

The Fisherman and Ceviche Culture of Lima Tour

For visitors, Lima might seem a modern metropolitan but if you go off the beaten path, you’ll discover a diverse city with many different cultures. Many customs and traditions were brought to the capital by immigrants from the Andes or the Amazon. But, Lima also has its own rich history and culture. As a coastal town, fishing and seafood have always been very important. If you are interested in getting to know more about Lima’s own traditional culture, this Fisherman and Ceviche Culture of Lima tour should be on your itinerary. First, the guide will take you to an artisanal fish market and pier, where you will go for a short boat ride along Lima's coast with beautiful scenery. Afterwards, you visit several locals in the local fishing community, including an artisan boat builder, and you will try the best ceviche of Lima in a tiny, local family restaurant. After lunch, the guide takes you to the best view of Lima, a hill that has played a very important role in Lima’s history.

$168.00
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5/5
240 h

Wonderful Peru Tour - Group

Tierras de los Andes is a tour operator with more than 20 years of experience in customer service, offering trips to discover Peru and South America, with high quality services that seek to meet the expectations of our visitors.

$1,883.86
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5/5

Personalized Journey in Peru

We believe that food is a key that allows us to get to know new cultures in an authentic way. Along with incredible cultural and adventure experiences, they result in memorable journeys. For years we have traveled through our country knowing the best experiences and accommodations, as well as the people who today is part of every journey we make. This allows us to design unique journeys for travelers who want to discover, share, enjoy and celebrate life. We invite you to get know Peru through its food, traditions and its people with us. *The prices are referential and are subject to availability with previous confirmation.

$700.00
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5/5
3 h 30 mins

Lima City Tour: Markets, Santo Domingo Convent & Main Square

Begin at the vibrant Mercado No2 in Surquillo, where you will explore colorful stalls filled with exotic fruits, local ingredients, and authentic Peruvian flavors. Continue to the historic center with a visit to the iconic Plaza San Martin before exploring the beautiful Convent of Santo Domingo, home to the tombs of Saint Rose of Lima, Saint Martin de Porres, and Saint John Macias. The highlight of the tour is the climb to Santo Domingo's bell tower, the highest historic viewpoint in Lima, offering spectacular panoramic views over the entire city. Finish your experience at the impressive Plaza Mayor in Lima, surrounded by Lima’s most important colonial landmarks. Highlights Explore a traditional local market Lima's most important colonial sites. Discover the tombs of Peru's famous saints. Climb the highest historic tower in Lima with panoramic views over the city. Learn about Lima's history and culture.

$45.00
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5/5
4 h

Flavors & Tradition: Walking City Tour with Food Tasting

The meeting point is at the “Terrua” coffee shop; our friends from Terrua are going to share with us their great passion for Peruvian coffee. After this taste is time to jump to the city center using the “Metropolitano”, Lima ́s public transportation At the city center, the walk will start around the “Mercado Central” Over here we can try a Smoothie made of “Lucuma”, another Andean superfood that you are going to love After the “Mercado Central” and China town the tour continues around the Congress Palace. Finish the walk around San Francisco church to try some “churros” and our traditional Pisco Sour at the Cordano Tavern, one of the most traditional places around Government Palace with more than a 100 years old. Before going back to Miraflores there is going to be time to take pictures at the “Plaza Mayor” of Lima and enjoy the architecture of the Cathedral and Government Palace

$50.00
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5/5
3 h 40 mins

Lima and Catacombs Historic Center Tour

Discover the historical secrets of Lima with a fascinating tour that includes a visit to the catacombs of the Church and Convent of San Francisco. Explore the rich colonial architecture of the historic center and delve into the mysterious underground catacombs, which house thousands of human remains from the past. An unmissable cultural and tourist experience in the fascinating city of Lima. Book your tour now and be surprised by the history that lies beneath your feet.

$72.00
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5/5
48 h

Shore Excursion: 2-Day The Best of Lima from Callao Port

Are you coming from a cruise and want to explore Lima in a different way? We have an excellent program for you during your short stay in Lima! Discover the very interesting history of our city of Lima with the most unique and complete tours: We will delve into the Inka culture touring the emblematic pyramids of Pachacamac; in addition, we will visit the Historic Center of Lima known as "The City of Kings" and the adventure does not end there! You will have the opportunity to learn about the lifestyle of a large part of the population of Lima, which lives under a shared community system and in an environment of happiness. They are going to make your trip a lot of fun. In addition, you should know that our company mission is to support our nonprofit sister organization, Reciprocity NGO. With the profits from our tours, Reciprocity NGO is able to implement social projects that improve the quality of life for the communities living below the poverty line.

$225.00
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Private tour with Curator and Toast in Lima-MALI Museum of Art

In this private visit, you will learn about Peruvian art history with one of our Curators (an experience not offered at the ticket counter), and afterward, you will enjoy a glass of champagne in our exclusive Salon Prado, which is closed to the public. Additionally, you will have access to our department of conservation, another space that remains closed to the general public.

$125.00
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5/5
3 h 30 mins

Colonial Casa Aliaga, Museo Central & Pisco Tasting

We’ll begin with a visit to the Banco de la Reserva Museum, where an impressive pre-Hispanic collection is displayed in the underground galleries — a perfect introduction to Peru’s ancient roots. Continue to the Museo Central and then stroll to Lima’s Main Square, the heart of the historic center. Capture stunning photos of the Government Palace, Cathedral, and City Hall, all surrounded by elegant colonial architecture. The highlight of our day is an exclusive visit to Casa Aliaga, a private mansion built in the 16th century by one of Francisco Pizarro’s closest companions. Still owned by the same family after 17 generations, this house is one of the oldest continuously inhabited colonial homes in the Americas. Wander through its luxurious salons and rooms as your guide reveals its romantic and mysterious past. We’ll finish the experience at a local Bodega, where you’ll enjoy a delicious Pisco and wine tasting, the perfect way to toast to Lima’s history and charm.

$85.00
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5/5
5 h

Discover Lima: Private Half-Day Tour of 3 Iconic Areas

Discover Lima as you explore three of the city’s most iconic areas: Barranco, Miraflores and the Historic Center. From Lima’s colonial heart to the Pacific coast and the colorful streets of Barranco, your local guide will share the history, stories and everyday character that make each area unique. The tour follows a well-planned route covering Lima’s main highlights, but since it’s a private experience, you can discuss small changes with your guide based on your interests and how much time you have. It’s a great way to discover Lima at a comfortable pace and get a more personal feel for the city!

$74.23
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5/5
4 h

Lima Vegan Peruvian Food Tour

Discover the most typical Peruvian flavours in a vegan way! Get to try fishless ceviche and meatless lomo saltado during this vegan Peruvian food tour! Devour vegan dishes, drinks and products in one of the most beautiful districts of Lima – the bohemian and artsy Barranco. Interact with our local hosts and learn how to prepare a fishless ceviche and pisco chilcano. Discover all the historical and cultural stories behind each of the dishes you will get to try during this 4-hour walking food tour. Please note that this tour is also shared with non-vegan guests. While all the food and drinks will be adapter to everyone's requirements, there will be people eating animal-based product at the same table.

$139.00
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5/5
3 h

Peruvian Food Tour Through Local Markets

In recent years, Lima has been considered one of the best food capitals worldwide. Come with us and learn more about it by visiting local markets and interacting with its friendly people. We'll pick you up from your accommodation or hotel and head to the Chorrillos Fishing Market, where we'll learn about the fishermen's work and the sea. Then, we'll visit two markets in Surquillo, where we'll sample the daily menu, including ceviche, fruit, and more! Exotic fruits, tapas, typical dishes, drinks, and more are included. We guarantee that at the end of this experience you will be full and satisfied. See you soon :)

$69.00
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5/5
192 h

8-Day Tour of Traditional Peru

Dear friend, if your flight arrives directly to Lima, then we should take advantage of it and start our Tour in Peru taking a walk through this wonderful city (Lima, historical and modern area), and then continue with the best of Ica, where we will visit the wineries and we will take a very fun ride on the famous tubulars through the Ica dunes. We close our trip to Peru with a visit to the city of Cusco, where we will visit the wonderful Humantay Lagoon, the Mountain of Seven Colors and the imposing Machupicchu. Without a doubt, this trip to Peru will be the best of your life. What are you waiting for! Reserve and start enjoying each of your days in PERU to the fullest.

$1,150.00
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5/5
2 h

Lima Anti City Tour

This is NOT the typical city tour, this an unique and a must-do curated experience with insightful perspectives. We utilize history as a tool to make you understand the present Peruvian society. Join us to deconstruct official history, put unconfortable topics on the table, and to explore an honest look at Peru beyond the postcard (highlights, facts, dates, churches and mainstream narratives), by our professional guides and passionate storytellers. Academic | Polemic | Fun | Low Ley

$30.00
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