Sensory Lima: A 6-Day Cultural and Gastronomic Journey

Multi-day trips Water activities Tours Culture & history Marine life Food & drinks Cruises & boat tours

Let yourself be carried away by an experience that awakens your senses. Bohemian neighborhoods and streets full of history, sail to the Ballestas Islands and feel the thrill of the desert.

Highlights

  • From the city to the desert, with no rush and authentic experiences.
  • A single trip that combines the city, desert, sea, and living culture of Peru.
  • A trip designed to discover the best of Peru in total comfort.

Description

Day 1: Arrival in Lima – Transfer and free day Upon arrival at Jorge Chávez International Airport, we'll meet you for a comfortable and safe transfer to your hotel or Airbnb. The schedule adapts to your flight. After check-in, enjoy the rest of the day to relax, explore the city, or try the local cuisine. Day 2: Lima City Tour + Magic Water Circuit Duration: 10 hours | Start: 9:00 a.m. We'll start at the Miraflores boardwalk overlooking the Pacific and then visit Larcomar. We'll then head to Barranco, where you'll have free time for lunch (not included) and to stroll around its bohemian streets, admire the murals and cross the Bridge of Sighs. In the afternoon, we'll explore Lima's historic center (Plaza de Armas and colonial buildings, outdoor visits) and visit the Convent of San Francisco and its Catacombs (entrance included). We'll finish off with the Magic Water Circuit, a nightly show of illuminated fountains. Day 3: Callao Monumental and Real Felipe Duration: 5 hours | Start: 9:00 a.m. We'll visit Callao Monumental with a specialized guide, touring streets full of history, urban art, and local galleries. We'll continue to Plaza Grau and take a guided tour of the Real Felipe Fortress (entrance included). The tour wraps up with a seaside lunch (optional). Day 4: Paracas, Ballestas Islands, and Ica – Huacachina Duration: 17 hours | Start: 4:00 a.m. Early morning departure to Paracas. After some free time for breakfast, we'll sail to the Ballestas Islands to see sea lions, birds, and the Candelabro. Then we'll head to Ica for a lunch (included) at the Bodega Cultur Pisco, with a tasting. In the afternoon, we'll visit the Huacachina Oasis and enjoy buggies and sandboarding, ending with a sunset in the desert before heading back to Lima. Day 5: Pachacámac + Hacienda Ficus Duration: 8 hours | Start: 9:00 a.m. We'll explore the Archaeological Sanctuary of Pachacámac, one of the most important ceremonial centers of ancient Peru. Then we'll visit Hacienda Ficus to enjoy a traditional lunch, typical dances, and an equestrian show. Head back to the hotel in the afternoon. Day 6: Departure transfer We'll pick you up from your hotel or Airbnb and transfer you to Jorge Chávez International Airport, coordinated according to your flight schedule for a comfortable and worry-free end to your trip.

Includes

Day 1: Airport/hotel pickup Day 2: Tourist transportation Your local guide Guided tour of Miraflores and Barranco Guided tour of Lima's historic center Pisco Sour demonstration and tasting Entry to the Convent of San Francisco and Catacombs Entry ticket to the Magic Water Circuit Day 3: Round-trip tourist transportation Your local guide Guided tour of Callao Monumental Entrance ticket to the Real Felipe Fortress Day 4: Round-trip tourist transportation Official tour guide Marine wildlife sighting in the Ballestas Islands Modern slider and life jacket Buggies experience Sandboarding with a basic board Lunch Day 5: Round-trip tourist transportation Official tour guide Entry to the Pachacámac Archaeological Site Museum Guided tour of the Archaeological Sanctuary Lunch is included at Hacienda Ficus Day 6: Transport to Jorge Chávez International Airport

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