The ultimate gourmet experience of Peru
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Itinerary highlights
- Dining at world famous Central and Maido
- Tasting pisco at the legendary Hacienda Caravedo
- Flying over and seeing the mysterious Nazca Lines
- Strolling through boho-chic Barranco
What's included
- Privately guided culinary and cultural experiences
- All meals mentioned
- Luxury accommodation throughout
- Full support from your Travel Designer and Concierge before, during and after your trip
At a glance
For the past few years, Peru has firmly established itself as a foodie destination, with the capital Lima at the centre of this movement.
Jacada Travel and the masterminds behind Central Restaurante have joined forces to create the ultimate foodie tour through Peru, with exclusive behind-the-scenes access and unforgettable dining experiences at a selection of Latin America’s best restaurants.
Begin with a few nights in Lima, where you’ll be shown around its vibrant food markets and historical highlights, before enjoying dinners at Central Restaurante and Maido Restaurant, two of the best rated eateries in the city. Both restaurants are at the forefront of Peru’s bustling culinary movement.
Next, venture in the deserts in the south for a stay at Hacienda Caravedo, home of the oldest distillery on the continent and one of the birthplaces of Peru’s national drink, Pisco. Be shown around the centuries old estate and discover the traditional methods for crafting this potent spirit before a flight over the famous Nazca Lines. Return to Lima for a final night and day, with lunch at another of our favourite restaurants, Isolina, and a tour around the bohemian neighbourhood Barranco.
From here, you can fly home, or perhaps choose to extend you time in Peru with an exploration of Machu Picchu and beyond.
Example trip itinerary
Lima
Transfer
Meet and greet at Lima airport
Transfer
Private transfer to your hotel in Lima
Accommodation in Lima
Lima
Highlights
- 20 spacious, contemporary rooms adorned with art
- Large pieces of artwork can be found throughout the hotel
- Indulge in Peruvian delicacies and international fusion cuisine
- Gaze out across Barranco from the rooftop terrace
- A great central location for more artistic experiences
Overview
Combining intimate, modern hospitality with stylish, historical elegance, Hotel B offers a polished and decidedly local stay for your time in Lima. Located in the city’s bohemian district of Barranco and housed in a historical Belle Époque mansion – once the palatial, ocean-view residence of the Peruvian president Augusto Leguia – this Relais & Châteaux property captures Peru’s past in 21st-century luxury.
The 20 spacious and charming rooms are spread between the historic ‘casona’ and the adjoining modern extension. All feature large pieces of artwork in-fitting with the general arts theme of the hotel. There are more than 250 works of art dotted around the hotel, all Latin American but mainly Peruvian, including a throw on wall in the library that dates back to 500 BC.
The rooms, which range from the cosy ‘Alcoba’ size to the grand ‘Atelier’ rooms, all display chic furnishings and modern amenities, with contemporary style and smart design blended together in a very refreshing and unique way.
For dining, make your way to the 1920s-themed bar. With a focus on Peruvian delicacies, the menu promotes local and seasonal produce. Within the peaceful library you can also enjoy afternoon tea, or perhaps opt for a drink as the sun sets on the rooftop terrace.
With six galleries on the same street as the property, Hotel B is the ideal stay for those who love art, culture and history.
→ Find out moreLima
Highlights
- 82 guestrooms
- Observatory Restaurant
- Bar
- Spa
- Rooftop pool
- Gym
- Concierge service
Overview
This luxury hotel in Lima is a great place to relax before or after your visit to Machu Picchu and other destinations in Peru.
The hotel is set on a cliff overlooking the Pacific Ocean and adjacent to one of the most exclusive residential areas and commercial districts of Lima. Miraflores Park prides itself in offering outstanding personalised service and a home away from home atmosphere.
With 82 rooms, the amenities include three massage rooms, a rooftop heated pool, state of the art gym and a special observatory restaurant with sea views while dining.
→ Find out more
Lima
Overview
Located in the leafy and affluent district of Miraflores in Lima, the Atemporal is a stunning blend of the modern and the old school, with a touch of the ancient nearby with the pre-Inca Huaca Pucllana pyramid a stone’s throw away.
The elegant 1940s mansion has a unifying theme of a well-travelled, freelance photographer, with the sophisticated décor the work of an award-winning design team.
With just 9 rooms, your stay is an exclusive one. Rooms are modern and stylish, with Netflix among the up to date amenities on offer. Service at the Atemporal is of the highest quality, and the chauffeur with keys to a stylish Mini Clubman for transfers within 4km of the hotel. At an additional charge, guests can enjoy therapeutic massages, access to a gym, services of a personal trainer, stylist and shopping guides. Of course, there is constant room service on call as well as a minibar.
The establishment is near to many of the local attractions found in Peru’s bustling capital city. Slip out the doors to explore nearby exquisite malls, chic neighbourhoods and some of the city’s best restaurants.
→ Find out moreLima
Highlights
- Located just a short stroll from the ocean’s edge, providing easy access to Lima’s stunning coast
- Rooftop terrace with panoramic views
- Open pantry offering daily-baked treats
- Dedicated team on hand to share recommendations
- Honesty bar offering a curated selection of beverages
Overview
Located on a charming tree-lined street in one of Lima’s most vibrant districts, Fausto offers a serene haven within Miraflores. Housed in a meticulously preserved 1920’s neoclassical building, Fausto blends traditional architecture with locally curated design, art and décor, creating a unique fusion of heritage and modernity. Just a short stroll from the ocean’s edge, this boutique retreat invites you to immerse yourself in the rich history and dynamic culture that define Miraflores—a neighbourhood where tradition and contemporary life intersect.
Each of Fausto’s five rooms has been carefully revitalised to preserve its original character. The attention to detail extends to every corner, ensuring a stay that is as relaxing as it is indulgent. The dedicated team is always on hand, ready to share their favourite recommendations in Lima.
As you enter Fausto, the allure of its original structure captivates you, offering spaces that feel both intimate and expansive. Wander through the inviting patio, relax in the cosy living room or ascend to the rooftop terrace, where the charm of Fausto extends under the open sky. With its warm ambiance, the location is perfect for social gatherings or moments of solitude, accompanied by house-made beverages and snacks. At the heart of Fausto lies the ‘sala,’ a communal space designed for connection, where guests can gather to share stories and experiences. As you explore further, discover the thoughtfully placed amenity and snack stations, offering daily-baked sweets, savoury snacks and a variety of refreshing drinks. Fausto’s Honesty Bar, a self-service nook open at all times, invites you to enjoy a curated selection of wine, spirits and soft drinks.
→ Find out moreBeing the capital and largest city in the country, Lima is a frequent stop for those travelling to Peru. A mix of modern developments and colonial architecture makes it a fascinating place to explore. It’s a cosmopolitan city with some beautiful museums, parks and and gourmet restaurants. Lima is one of the culinary capitals of the world, with restaurants serving innovative and tasty interpretations of traditional Peruvian food.
Start with a visit to one of Lima’s most emblematic and picturesque markets, where you can see, taste and purchase the most popular ingredients used in Peruvian cuisine. In the hands of our culinary expert, you may have the chance to try fruits from the coast, mountains and jungle, such as chirimoya, pacay, mango, passion fruit, aguaymanto and aguaje. You'll also have the chance to stop by the impressive seafood section, selling the likes of prawns, shrimp, octopus and scallops.
If you like, you can try and buy dried fruits and browse the handicrafts on offer, before then heading to La Picanteria, a restaurant owned by famous chef, Hector Solís. The restaurant looks to reproduce the rustic and traditional atmosphere of a picanteria, and the menu varies according to what's best in the market that day.
Drive to the historical centre of Lima and the Plaza Mayor, where the Government Palace, City Hall, the Cathedral and the Archbishop's Palace are located. Move along to the San Francisco Monastery and step inside Casa Aliaga, one of America’s best-preserved colonial mansions. Located across from the Presidential Palace in colonial Lima, Casa Aliaga was built in 1535 by Don Jeronimo de Aliaga, a member of Pizarro's conquering forces. Seventeen generations later, Casa Aliaga is still inhabited by the Aliaga family, whose heirlooms include beautiful original furniture.
Enjoy a sumptuous al la carte dinner at Lima's Central Restaurante. Under husband and wife team Virgilio Martínez Véliz and Pía León, Central's contemporary interpretation and presentation of Peruvian cuisine has seen it consistently ranked as the best restaurant in Latin America and one of the very best in the world.
Wake up early to visit the bustling but well organized Terminal Pesquero fish market in the Villa Maria del Triunfo district of Lima. The largest fish market in a city of fish lovers, it is a lively place selling a incredible array of seafood, with hundreds of sellers and filleters.
Head south out of Lima to Pachacamac, one of the largest and most important archaeological sites in Peru. Built by different leaders between the years 200 and 1450 AD, the monumental religious compound was made entirely out of clay, with giant pyramids dedicated to the sun and moon. After the resident Ichma people joined the Incan Empire, the city remained an important administrative centre until being destroyed by the Spanish in 1530s.
The area around Pachacamac is also known as the last green valley of Lima. After visiting the site, head to a modern organic orchard to learn about different crops and some essential ingredients in tasteful and delicious Peruvian cuisine before a delicious lunch made with produce from the farm.
Another of Lima's - and Latin America's - best restaurants, Maido is the best place to try Nikkei cuisine, an inventive fusion of Japanese and Peruvian which was pioneered by celebrity chef Micha Tsumura.
Transfer
Private transfer to Ica
Ica
Accommodation in Ica
Peru
Highlights
- Swimming pool
- Outdoor terrace and BBQ area
- Bar and restaurant
- Pisco tasting and tours
- Horse riding
- Cycling
Overview
The hacienda is famous for being the oldest working distillery in the Americas, dating back to 1684, and is where the celebrated Pisco Porton is still handcrafted under the world’s foremost pisco authority, Johnny Schuler.
The estate still has the original distillery as well as a striking modern facility which encloses copper pot stills, each used in the creation of La Caravedo’s two distinct piscos, as well as acres of vineyards and new building which houses the hotel’s bedrooms and swimming pool.
During a stay here, learn all about the pisco making process, explore the property by horse or bicycle, and explore the surrounding desert. The famous Nazca lines and coast are also close by.
→ Find out moreMaster distiller and Porton owner Johnny Schuler will personally unravel the mysteries and complexities that are normally kept locked away behind the walls of this famous (and the America's oldest) distillery. You'll learn about the 17th century method of crafting pisco - gravity fed, hand-pressed and woodfired - as well as the more modern yet still tradition-based distillation process in the striking new facility.
Spend a full day exploring the grounds of the hacienda. Take a horseback ride into the estate's vineyards, learn more about the pisco making process and enjoy a local farm-to-table three course lunch, a pisco tasting session and an a la carte dinner.
The famous Nazca Lines found are but more confounding geoglyphs left by the Nazca culture which succeeded that of the Paracas between 300BC-700AD. More than seventy giant animal and plants figures etched into the sand of the pampas, some reaching 1,000 feet in dimension, have prompted many hypotheses and premises from academics to religious fantasists. However not an awful lot is known about this civilisation as little was left behind.
This is the best way to see the Nazca Lines: a monkey, a spider, a humming bird, all of vast size, can be seen from light aircraft - try to decipher the mystery yourself. Your flight will cross the twenty geoglyphs on the Nasca plain as well as those discovered more recently at Palpa. The trip ends by flying over the mountains, where you will find marine fossils up to 150 million years old, and take in the unfolding scenes of strikingly beautiful desert, valleys and craggy coastal pampas.
Return to Lima by private transport with a lunch at a Cevicheria by the ocean.
Lima
Accommodation in Lima
Lima
Highlights
- 20 spacious, contemporary rooms adorned with art
- Large pieces of artwork can be found throughout the hotel
- Indulge in Peruvian delicacies and international fusion cuisine
- Gaze out across Barranco from the rooftop terrace
- A great central location for more artistic experiences
Overview
Combining intimate, modern hospitality with stylish, historical elegance, Hotel B offers a polished and decidedly local stay for your time in Lima. Located in the city’s bohemian district of Barranco and housed in a historical Belle Époque mansion – once the palatial, ocean-view residence of the Peruvian president Augusto Leguia – this Relais & Châteaux property captures Peru’s past in 21st-century luxury.
The 20 spacious and charming rooms are spread between the historic ‘casona’ and the adjoining modern extension. All feature large pieces of artwork in-fitting with the general arts theme of the hotel. There are more than 250 works of art dotted around the hotel, all Latin American but mainly Peruvian, including a throw on wall in the library that dates back to 500 BC.
The rooms, which range from the cosy ‘Alcoba’ size to the grand ‘Atelier’ rooms, all display chic furnishings and modern amenities, with contemporary style and smart design blended together in a very refreshing and unique way.
For dining, make your way to the 1920s-themed bar. With a focus on Peruvian delicacies, the menu promotes local and seasonal produce. Within the peaceful library you can also enjoy afternoon tea, or perhaps opt for a drink as the sun sets on the rooftop terrace.
With six galleries on the same street as the property, Hotel B is the ideal stay for those who love art, culture and history.
→ Find out moreLima
Highlights
- 82 guestrooms
- Observatory Restaurant
- Bar
- Spa
- Rooftop pool
- Gym
- Concierge service
Overview
This luxury hotel in Lima is a great place to relax before or after your visit to Machu Picchu and other destinations in Peru.
The hotel is set on a cliff overlooking the Pacific Ocean and adjacent to one of the most exclusive residential areas and commercial districts of Lima. Miraflores Park prides itself in offering outstanding personalised service and a home away from home atmosphere.
With 82 rooms, the amenities include three massage rooms, a rooftop heated pool, state of the art gym and a special observatory restaurant with sea views while dining.
→ Find out more
Lima
Overview
Located in the leafy and affluent district of Miraflores in Lima, the Atemporal is a stunning blend of the modern and the old school, with a touch of the ancient nearby with the pre-Inca Huaca Pucllana pyramid a stone’s throw away.
The elegant 1940s mansion has a unifying theme of a well-travelled, freelance photographer, with the sophisticated décor the work of an award-winning design team.
With just 9 rooms, your stay is an exclusive one. Rooms are modern and stylish, with Netflix among the up to date amenities on offer. Service at the Atemporal is of the highest quality, and the chauffeur with keys to a stylish Mini Clubman for transfers within 4km of the hotel. At an additional charge, guests can enjoy therapeutic massages, access to a gym, services of a personal trainer, stylist and shopping guides. Of course, there is constant room service on call as well as a minibar.
The establishment is near to many of the local attractions found in Peru’s bustling capital city. Slip out the doors to explore nearby exquisite malls, chic neighbourhoods and some of the city’s best restaurants.
→ Find out moreSpend a final night at leisure in Peru's capital.
Chef José del Castillo serves up the ultimate Peruvian comfort food experience in a historic house in the heart of bohemian Barranco. Generous sharing portions celebrate traditional home-cooked dishes and simple ingredients, and the ambiance is equally welcoming.
Take a guided stroll around Barranco where many of Peru's pioneering artists, musicians, designers and photographers live, giving it the name of Lima's most romantic and bohemian district. It's a place known for its food, cafes, galleries and colonial architecture, and it best discovered on foot.
Transfer
Private transfer to Lima airport
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A Foodie's Discovery of Peru
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For the past few years, Peru has firmly established itself as a foodie destination, with the capital Lima at the centre of this movement. Jacada Travel and the masterminds behind Central Restaurante have joined forces to create the ultimate foodie tour through Peru, with exclusive behind-the-scenes access and unforgettable dining experiences at a selection of Latin America’s best restaurants. Begin with a few nights in Lima, where you’ll be shown around its vibrant food markets and historical highlights, before enjoying dinners at Central Restaurante and Maido Restaurant, two of the best rated eateries in the city. Both restaurants are at the forefront of Peru’s bustling culinary movement. Next, venture in the deserts in the south for a stay at Hacienda Caravedo, home of the oldest distillery on the continent and one of the birthplaces of Peru’s national drink, Pisco. Be shown around the centuries old estate and discover the traditional methods for crafting this potent spirit before a flight over the famous Nazca Lines. Return to Lima for a final night and day, with lunch at another of our favourite restaurants, Isolina, and a tour around the bohemian neighbourhood Barranco. From here, you can fly home, or perhaps choose to extend you time in Peru with an exploration of Machu Picchu and beyond. | Whats included?
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Days 1-4 |
Lima |
Flights & transfers
Meet and greet at Lima airport |
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Private transfer to your hotel in Lima | |
Accommodation in Lima
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Hotel B - $$$$$
At last a hotel with lots of Limeño character and heritage. Combining intimate and modern...
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Belmond Miraflores Park - $$$$$
This luxury hotel in Lima is a great place to relax before or after your visit to Machu Picchu...
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Atemporal - $$$$$
Located in the leafy and affluent district of Miraflores in Lima, the Atemporal is a stunning...
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Fausto - $$$$$
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Three nights in Lima Being the capital and largest city in the country, Lima is a frequent stop for those travelling to Peru. A mix of modern developments and colonial architecture makes it a fascinating place to explore. It’s a cosmopolitan city with some beautiful museums, parks and and gourmet restaurants. Lima is one of the culinary capitals of the world, with restaurants serving innovative and tasty interpretations of traditional Peruvian food. |
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Culinary tour: Market visit and lunch at La Picanteria Start with a visit to one of Lima’s most emblematic and picturesque markets, where you can see, taste and purchase the most popular ingredients used in Peruvian cuisine. In the hands of our culinary expert, you may have the chance to try fruits from the coast, mountains and jungle, such as chirimoya, pacay, mango, passion fruit, aguaymanto and aguaje. You'll also have the chance to stop by the impressive seafood section, selling the likes of prawns, shrimp, octopus and scallops. If you like, you can try and buy dried fruits and browse the handicrafts on offer, before then heading to La Picanteria, a restaurant owned by famous chef, Hector Solís. The restaurant looks to reproduce the rustic and traditional atmosphere of a picanteria, and the menu varies according to what's best in the market that day. |
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Lima's Historical Center Drive to the historical centre of Lima and the Plaza Mayor, where the Government Palace, City Hall, the Cathedral and the Archbishop's Palace are located. Move along to the San Francisco Monastery and step inside Casa Aliaga, one of America’s best-preserved colonial mansions. Located across from the Presidential Palace in colonial Lima, Casa Aliaga was built in 1535 by Don Jeronimo de Aliaga, a member of Pizarro's conquering forces. Seventeen generations later, Casa Aliaga is still inhabited by the Aliaga family, whose heirlooms include beautiful original furniture. |
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Dinner at Central Restaurante in Lima Enjoy a sumptuous al la carte dinner at Lima's Central Restaurante. Under husband and wife team Virgilio Martínez Véliz and Pía León, Central's contemporary interpretation and presentation of Peruvian cuisine has seen it consistently ranked as the best restaurant in Latin America and one of the very best in the world. |
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Villa Maria del Triunfo Fish Market Wake up early to visit the bustling but well organized Terminal Pesquero fish market in the Villa Maria del Triunfo district of Lima. The largest fish market in a city of fish lovers, it is a lively place selling a incredible array of seafood, with hundreds of sellers and filleters. |
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Pachacamac and orchard tour Head south out of Lima to Pachacamac, one of the largest and most important archaeological sites in Peru. Built by different leaders between the years 200 and 1450 AD, the monumental religious compound was made entirely out of clay, with giant pyramids dedicated to the sun and moon. After the resident Ichma people joined the Incan Empire, the city remained an important administrative centre until being destroyed by the Spanish in 1530s. The area around Pachacamac is also known as the last green valley of Lima. After visiting the site, head to a modern organic orchard to learn about different crops and some essential ingredients in tasteful and delicious Peruvian cuisine before a delicious lunch made with produce from the farm. |
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Dinner at Maido Restaurant Another of Lima's - and Latin America's - best restaurants, Maido is the best place to try Nikkei cuisine, an inventive fusion of Japanese and Peruvian which was pioneered by celebrity chef Micha Tsumura. |
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Flights & transfers
Private transfer to Ica |
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Days 4-6 |
Ica |
Accommodation in Ica
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Hacienda La Caravedo - $$$$$
Situated in the green stretch of land surrounded by desert a short way from Ica, Hacienda La...
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Pisco Porton distillery tour Master distiller and Porton owner Johnny Schuler will personally unravel the mysteries and complexities that are normally kept locked away behind the walls of this famous (and the America's oldest) distillery. You'll learn about the 17th century method of crafting pisco - gravity fed, hand-pressed and woodfired - as well as the more modern yet still tradition-based distillation process in the striking new facility. |
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Full day at Hacienda Caravedo Spend a full day exploring the grounds of the hacienda. Take a horseback ride into the estate's vineyards, learn more about the pisco making process and enjoy a local farm-to-table three course lunch, a pisco tasting session and an a la carte dinner. |
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Light aircraft flight over the Nazca Lines The famous Nazca Lines found are but more confounding geoglyphs left by the Nazca culture which succeeded that of the Paracas between 300BC-700AD. More than seventy giant animal and plants figures etched into the sand of the pampas, some reaching 1,000 feet in dimension, have prompted many hypotheses and premises from academics to religious fantasists. However not an awful lot is known about this civilisation as little was left behind. This is the best way to see the Nazca Lines: a monkey, a spider, a humming bird, all of vast size, can be seen from light aircraft - try to decipher the mystery yourself. Your flight will cross the twenty geoglyphs on the Nasca plain as well as those discovered more recently at Palpa. The trip ends by flying over the mountains, where you will find marine fossils up to 150 million years old, and take in the unfolding scenes of strikingly beautiful desert, valleys and craggy coastal pampas. |
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Private transfer to your hotel in Lima Return to Lima by private transport with a lunch at a Cevicheria by the ocean. |
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Days 6-7 |
Lima |
Accommodation in Lima
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Hotel B - $$$$$
At last a hotel with lots of Limeño character and heritage. Combining intimate and modern...
•
Belmond Miraflores Park - $$$$$
This luxury hotel in Lima is a great place to relax before or after your visit to Machu Picchu...
•
Atemporal - $$$$$
Located in the leafy and affluent district of Miraflores in Lima, the Atemporal is a stunning...
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One night in Lima Spend a final night at leisure in Peru's capital. |
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Lunch at Isolina Chef José del Castillo serves up the ultimate Peruvian comfort food experience in a historic house in the heart of bohemian Barranco. Generous sharing portions celebrate traditional home-cooked dishes and simple ingredients, and the ambiance is equally welcoming. |
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Barranco tour Take a guided stroll around Barranco where many of Peru's pioneering artists, musicians, designers and photographers live, giving it the name of Lima's most romantic and bohemian district. It's a place known for its food, cafes, galleries and colonial architecture, and it best discovered on foot. |
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Flights & transfers
Private transfer to Lima airport |