Lima City Tour: Explore Catacombs, Pachacamac Archaeological Site and Colonial Buildings
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Embark on a thrilling Lima City Tour and delve into the rich history of Peru. Explore the ancient catacombs, visit the Pachacamac Archaeological Site, and marvel at the stunning colonial buildings in the heart of Lima. Uncover the secrets of the pre-Columbian era and immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of this fascinating city.
Duration:
8 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Museo de Sitio y Santuario Arqueologico de Pachacamac - This is one of the largest religious centers in ancient Inca times on the Peruvian coast. Remarkable religious compound, buildings from different kingdoms since 200 AD origin. Incas built here majestic pyramids dedicated to the Sun. Admire the architectural precision of the buildings while learning about the customs and traditions of the ancient civilizations in Peru.
LUNCH: at midday there will be a break of 1 hour 30 minutes so you can have lunch. We will recommend you some good local restaurants.
- Plaza San Martin - In the second part of the tour, we visit this Plaza made in 19 hundred to commemorate 100 years of Peruvian independence. The surrounding buildings are great, displaying Neoclassic style.
- Plaza de Armas (Plaza Mayor) - Then, we will go to the (Main square), the most representative one in Peru where you will see impressive old buildings such as “The Presidential Palace”, “The City Hall”, “The Cathedral of Lima”, and more. Lear about the rich history of Peru’s capital from your expert guide.
- Museo Convento San Francisco y Catacumbas - we will take you to the most amazing museum in downtown Lima. Here, you will be explained about the colonial period in Peru. Get ready to visit the underground catacombs and learn about its fascinating stories.
What's Included
- Guided tour to The San Francisco Monastery & Catacombs
- All entrance tickets for this tour
- Knowledgeable Tour Guide
- Guided tour to Pachacamac Archaeological Site & Museum
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Pick up and Drop off from Lima: Miraflores, Barranco, San Isidro or places nearby
What's Not Included
- No meals or beverages included
- Transfer from/to Lima’s Airport or Callao area
Additional Information
Discover the history of Peru, starting from the pre-Columbian period by visiting
Pachacamac inca remains. Then, visit the historical center of Lima to see its beautiful old colonial buildings. Pachacamac, The San Martin Square, The Plaza de Armas, The Cathedral, The City Hall, the Presidential Palace, San Francisco Monastery Museum, Catacombs and more!
Location
Museo de Sitio y Santuario Arqueologico de Pachacamac
Antigua Carretera Panamericana Sur Km.31.5
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cherryo370
Apr 21, 2023
Lovely Lima day tour - Alexandra our guide is so knowledgeable and therefore we were able to learn a bit of history from her.
Plus points, she made us taste real Peruvian dishes👌
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