2-Day Lima Experience: Gastronomy, Culture & History

Explore Lima’s vibrant culture, history, and gastronomy on this immersive 2-day experience through the city’s most emblematic districts. From interactive culinary encounters and local market visits to learning how to prepare ceviche and the classic Pisco Sour, the journey offers an authentic taste of Peru. Discover Lima’s ancient and colonial heritage at Huaca Pucllana and the renowned Larco Museum. Complete the experience by exploring the city’s art, architecture, and bohemian neighborhoods.

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

• Hands-on cooking class and tasting of Peru’s signature ceviche and Pisco Sour
• Private visit to the Larco Museum, home to over 45,000 pre-Columbian artifacts
• Tour of Barranco and Huaca Pucllana restaurant combining art, history, and local culture

Day 1: LIMA: GASTRONOMIC EXPERIENCE

Around 9:30 am, you’ll be picked up from your hotel and head to the bohemian district of Barranco. Stroll through its vibrant, art-filled streets on a guided walk, stopping at two local spots to savor a traditional Peruvian breakfast.

Next, explore the Santa Cruz Market in Miraflores (or a similar local market), where you’ll sample fresh seasonal fruits and discover the rich variety of Peru’s produce. Then, roll up your sleeves for a hands-on cooking experience at a local restaurant, learning to prepare Peru’s iconic Pisco Sour and ceviche under the guidance of a professional chef.

The day culminates at the renowned Huaca Pucllana Restaurant, nestled within an ancient adobe pyramid complex, where you’ll delight in a tasting of traditional dishes and desserts. At the end of the experience, you’ll be transferred to your hotel.

Overnight in Lima.

Day 2: LIMA: LARCO HERRERA MUSEUM

Around 9:00 am, you’ll be picked up from your hotel and transferred to the Larco Museum, located in the historic district of Pueblo Libre. Housed in an elegant viceregal mansion built atop a 7th-century pre-Columbian pyramid, the museum offers a fascinating journey through Peru’s past. Explore an extraordinary collection of over 45,000 archaeological artifacts, including exquisite pre-Hispanic gold and silver pieces, as well as the museum’s renowned erotic art collection, which provides a unique perspective on 5,000 years of Peruvian history. After the visit, a transfer will return you to your hotel.