A Gastronomic Tour of Lima

Immerse yourself in Peruvian cuisine, discover Lima's stunning historical centre and visit the famous Larco museum. A tour for all the senses awaits.

Peru is synonymous with gastronomy, and nowhere more than the capital, Lima. Spend 3 days swelling your palate with the most typical flavours of the country, while also visiting Lima’s historic centre with its colonial architectural jewels and the districts of Miraflores and Barranco, with a beautiful view of the Pacific Ocean.

Highlights:

• Dinner at Huaca Pucllana - enjoy a delicious dinner in an incomparable setting, inside the complex of an adobe pyramid built by the original inhabitants of Lima more than 1500 years ago.
• Learn to cook Peruvian style - take a class in Peruvian cooking at a well-regarded restaurant and learn to make the famous drink, Pisco Sour.
• Guided tours of Lima - named as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO, the Peruvian capital is a sample of history and modernity. The historic centre maintains its colonial architectural grandeur that is a joy to explore.
• The Larco Museum - explore one of the world’s best museums with its impressive collection of gold, silver, ceramics and pre-Columbian textiles.
• Experience Lima’s delicious street food - in the bohemian district of Barranco.

Itinerary:

Day 1 - Dinner at Huaca Pucllana.

Enjoy dinner at Huaca Pucllana restaurant, located within the complex of a pyramid built with adobe by the ancient inhabitants of Lima over 1500 years ago. The restaurant features a rustic colonial-style design and offers a fusion of Peruvian cuisine.

Day 2 - Cooking class, city tour and the Larco Museum.

Explore Peru’s vibrant cuisine by starting your day with a visit to a local market, where you’ll discover the diversity of ingredients used in Peruvian cooking. Next, head to a renowned restaurant to participate in a cocktail class, where you learn to make Pisco Sour, Peru’s national drink. At midday, you’ll enjoy a cooking class preparing traditional Peruvian dishes. At the end of the class, taste the delicious dishes you’ve prepared, completing an immersive experience in Lima’s culinary culture.

In the afternoon, explore Lima’s UNESCO World Heritage Site historic centre. The tour begins at Casa Aliaga, a colonial mansion given in 1535 by the conqueror Francisco Pizarro to Jerónimo de Aliaga. This is the only house from that era still owned by the same family. Then, continue your journey through the colonial centre, where you can admire the Plaza Mayor, known for its grand Spanish Empire architecture. Additionally, see the famous Cathedral of Lima, built in the 16th century. The tour concludes at the Larco Museum boasting an impressive collection of pre-Columbian gold, silver, textiles, and erotic art. 

Day 3 - Discover Lima’s street food

Today, experience the local cuisine in Barranco, a traditional and picturesque district considered Lima's most romantic and bohemian. In the early 20th century, Barranco housed the summer residences of the wealthiest families, leaving behind a unique architectural legacy. With its 20th-century mansions, art galleries, and vibrant nightlife, this district is one of the most charming in the capital. After exploring its delightful streets, stop at a typical street food stand to sample local delicacies. Try the traditional "anticucho," a beef heart skewer marinated with garlic, vinegar, and ají panca. Then, try the delicious picarones, an iconic dessert made from squash.

Our special tour includes: 3 nights in Lima, private transfers, a three-course dinner at Huaca Pucllana Restaurant, a shared full-day gastronomic and cultural tour in Lima to Aliaga House, Cathedral and Larco Museum, a half-day experience discovering Barranco with anticuchos and picarones tasting and services of our local representatives.  Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages during meals and tips are not included.