Lima - Paracas

TOUR SEVEN DAYS

CARACTERISTICAS DEL TOUR LIMA - PARACAS CHARACTERICTICS

Lima was called the city of the kings in honor of the feast of the Magi that had recently been celebrated, the Incas were defeated, Lima became the viceroyalty capital of Peru from where the Spaniards ruled Peru, the majority of Spaniards conquered most of South America.

Also known as the Plaza de Armas of Lima, it is surrounded by the Government Palace, the Cathedral of Lima, the Archbishop’s Palace, the Municipal Palace, and the Club de la Unión.

Originally, it was a space surrounded by various shops, used as a bullring and as a tribunal for the execution of the Holy Inquisition, which was restored in the viceregal era in Peru.

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LIMA - PARACAS
SEVEN DAYS
$680.00
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Lima was called the City of the Kings in honor of the recent celebration of the Three Kings’ Day, the Incas were defeated, and Lima became the capital of the Viceroyalty of Peru from where the Spaniards governed Peru; the majority of Spaniards conquered most of South America.

Also known as the Plaza de Armas of Lima, it is surrounded by the Government Palace, the Cathedral of Lima, the Archbishop’s Palace, the Municipal Palace, and the Club de la Unión.

Originally, it was a space surrounded by various shops, used as a bullring, and as a tribunal for the execution of the Holy Inquisition, which was restored during the viceregal era in Peru.

Likewise, the Plaza Mayor de Lima has been the historical setting for various events concerning Peru, both during its viceregal, colonial, and republican eras, such as the foundation of Lima and the proclamation of Peru’s independence in 1821 by the Liberator, General Don José de San Martín.

On the other hand, Lima’s architectural blend trend adorns the square, with notable features being the viceregal balconies and the ancient bronze fountain dating back to 1650.

CITY TOUR IN THE CITY OF LIMA

In the Lima city tour, we will be able to learn about the city’s history, combining the pre-Hispanic period, the colonial era, and the modern era.

We will start with a tour of the Miraflores boardwalk, where we will have a panoramic view of the Pacific Ocean with all its beauty. Then, we will head to the Love Park, a place filled with green areas.

The next stop on our tour is Barranco, where we will embark on a gastronomic tour that will allow us to explore Peruvian cuisine and how it became one of the best in the world. Additionally, we will visit the famous Bridge of Sighs. Then, we will continue our tour by visiting Huaca Pucllana, where we will learn about the pre-Hispanic history of the city of Lima.

Next, we will visit the Convent of San Francisco Museum and Catacombs, a true colonial art gem in its various expressions.

Finally, we will take you back to your hotel to rest.

GASTRONOMIC TOUR AND EVENING MIRABUS RIDE

Our tour begins in Miraflores and heads towards the Historic Center of Lima. We will pass by important emblematic places such as the Archaeological Center of Huaca Pucllana, the oldest evidence of Miraflores built 1500 years ago. Then, we will admire beautiful republican residences of European and American influence preserved in Miraflores. The bus will continue towards San Isidro (the financial capital), a modern and exclusive district of the city. We will then head to Parque de la Reserva, a historic place where Peruvian reservists gathered to defend our city during the conflict of the Pacific War. Today, it is a popular city park called Circuito Mágico del Agua, created in 2007, and holds the Guinness Record for being the largest fountain complex in the world in a public park. With the guide, we will walk to enter the park to enjoy its beautiful ornamental fountains such as:

– The Fountain of Fantasy (where you will see a hologram show dedicated to the bicentennial of Peru’s independence).
– The dreamy labyrinth.
– The fountain of illusion.
– Water tunnel.

After visiting the Parque de la Reserva Circuito Mágico del Agua, we will return to the bus to continue towards the historic center of Lima in a panoramic way:

– Parque de la Exposición.
– Plaza Grau.
– Paseo de los Héroes Navales.
– Historic center of Lima.

Finally, we will arrive at the colonial city, the place that was the capital of the Viceroyalty of Peru from Spain, where we will appreciate colonial houses, balconies, palaces, Plaza San Martín, an important public space named after the liberator of Peru, Don José de San Martín, who proclaimed Peru’s independence on July 28, 1821. Around this public space, we will see buildings such as the grand Hotel Bolívar, Teatro Colón, which are characterized as examples of architecture from the 1920s, 1930s, and 1940s.

You will visit the Circuito Mágico del Agua on foot and the historic center of Lima panoramically, until Plaza San Martín. Within the Circuito Mágico del Agua, we will walk with the guide for approximately 1 hour.

Sunglasses.

Light clothing.

Comfortable shoes.

Sunscreen.

Camera.

ID card or passport.

INCLUDES
Mirabus tourist transportation (round trip).
Official tour guide (Spanish – English).
Panoramic view.
Visit to Huaca Pucllana.
Visit and entrance to the Magical Water Circuit Reserve Park (on foot).
Exposition Park. Grau Square.
Naval Heroes Promenade.
San Martín Square.
First aid kit.
Biosecurity protocol.

NOT INCLUDED
Meals

Price
Adult: $680.00

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