7h 30m
3 languages
Instant confirmation
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Highlights

Discover the best of Lima, Peru’s capital and the “City of Kings,” on this half-day guided tour that combines history, culture, and stunning architecture. Begin your journey in Lima’s Historic Center, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, where you’ll explore the city’s colonial past. Admire the grandeur of Plaza Mayor, surrounded by iconic landmarks like the Government Palace, Cathedral of Lima, and the Archbishop’s Palace with its stunning wooden balconies. Continue to the San Francisco Monastery, known for its remarkable architecture and mysterious catacombs. Then, shift gears to Lima’s modern side with a visit to the vibrant districts of Miraflores and Barranco. Stroll through the picturesque Park of Love, with sweeping views of the Pacific Ocean, and capture the charm of Barranco’s Bridge of Sighs, a favorite spot for romantic moments. Perfect for travelers short on time, this tour offers a deep dive into Lima’s rich culture, history, and modern vibrancy.

Inclusions

What's included

Private transportation
Pick up and drop off at your hotel in Cusco.
Bottled water
Private tour with a certified guide.

What's not

We will make a stop in Chinchero, where you can choose a restaurant.
Cusco Tourist Ticket (entrance fee to all attractions)
Gratuities or tips
Meals and drinks not mentioned.

Itinerary

We’ll pick you up at your hotel in Cusco. Before departure, your guide will offer a brief explanation about the tour. Don’t forget to bring your Cusco Tourist Ticket! Our first stop will be in Moray, an ancient agricultural laboratory where over 250 plant species were cultivated during the Inca era.
45 min
Once we’ve finished our excursion, we’ll head towards Maras, a small town with colonial and Inca characteristics.
15 min
We will then visit the Salineras, a group of over 3,000 salt mines currently used by the locals for the extraction of salt since pre-Columbian times.
1 h
On the way back to Cusco, we’ll make a stop in Chinchero, where you can choose a restaurant for lunch (not included). Here we will visit a Textile Center, where you’ll learn about the elaboration of traditional Andean textiles, the extraction of alpaca wool, and more. Then, we’ll be privileged with a view to the outstanding Chinchero Archeological Site. Drop off will be at your accommodation in Cusco.
1 h

Cancellation

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

Reviews

5.0

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Know before you go

Pickup: Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
Ticket type: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group size: Up to 17 travellers
Operated by: Viagens Machu Picchu

Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

How it compares in Lima

Its from-price is 25% above the median of the 239 day trips we list in Lima.
It is shorter than most of them.
By number of reviews it ranks 114 of 239.

About Lima

Lima, Peru's capital on clifftops above the Pacific, is a city of colonial plazas, pre-Inca ruins and an exciting, celebrated food scene.

The historic centre, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, revolves around the Plaza Mayor, with the cathedral, the Government Palace and the Archbishop's Palace with its carved wooden balconies. The Monastery of San Francisco hides catacombs beneath its yellow church, and the colonial mansions around it recall the riches of the viceroyalty.

Top-ranked sights in Lima: Miraflores, Lima Plaza Mayor, Church and Convent of Saint Francis (Iglesia y Convento de San Francisco).

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