Lima Full-Day Experience: Pachacamac, Historic Downtown and Magic Water Circuit
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63 Ratings
Lima
Immerse yourself in the rich history and vibrant culture of Lima with this full-day experience. Explore ancient ruins, indulge in delicious cuisine, and marvel at the stunning Magic Water Circuit. Don't miss out on this unforgettable adventure!
Duration: 9 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Pantanos de Villa - Observe this natural protected area very near the city.
  • Museo de Sitio y Santuario Arqueologico de Pachacamac - A walk in this pre-Inca and Inca oracle overlooking the Pacific Ocean.
  • Barranco - A walk in the bohemian district of the city of Lima. Observe its grafittis, its beautiful archaeology and cozy areas.
  • Centro Histórico - Observe the main monuments of the city such as the Government Palace, the City Hall, the Cathedral and other colonial houses.
  • Museo Convento San Francisco y Catacumbas - Visit this colonial convent, a route throught its old library, areas and enter its catacombs.
  • Circuito Magico Del Agua - Enjoy the highest water fountain Record Guiness and a show of lights, water and music in one of the fountains.
What's Included
  • Lunch included
  • Expert guides
  • Transportation provided
  • All activities covered
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only)
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

Embark on an all-day exploration of Lima’s must-see spots and landmarks. Take a scenic drive through Pantanos de Villa, explore Pachacamac, a significant Pre-Inca archaeological site; enjoy a meal in Barranco, Lima’s artistic heart. Finally, venture into downtown Lima, tour the San Francisco Convent with its catacombs and experience the enchanting Magic Water Circuit Park. Your expedition comes with a knowledgeable guide and lunch.

  • Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
Location
Pantanos de Villa
, Vista Alegre, Lima 15067, Chorillos, Peru
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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(63 Ratings)
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S9136ynfatimag
Mar 19, 2024
Full day experience in Lima - I recommend 100%. The tour is completely personalized, the guide (Marco Polo) is very attentive and accessible. The car we moved in was very comfortable, after visiting the archaeological site the floor was dusty and when we returned they had already cleaned it.
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Jennie_f
Mar 4, 2024
Whole Day Tour Captures It All - Andy was a pleasant, fantastic tour guide. He spoke clearly and was extremely knowledgeable about everything. He could answer all of our questions. He gave ample time at each location. Oscar was our driver. He was very good at his job.
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Bill_w
Feb 28, 2024
Great sampler of Lima Highlights with a knowledgeable guide - Our guide, Andy, was very knowledgeable about the various places we visited, explaining the history of each and pointing out details we would have otherwise missed. We're particularly interested in ancient civilizations and found the mud brick pyramid complex at Pachacamac fascinating. A major concert adjacent to Magic Waters, prevented our visiting it, but Andy was aware of the issue when we met him in the morning and recommended visiting Parque del Amor in Miraflores at sunset as an alternative. We had visited the park at mid day on a previous visit to Lima, but it was enchanting during a very colorful sunset.
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Melanie
Jan 18, 2024
If you only have time for one full day tour in and around Lima don’t miss this one! It has it all! - The tour we took with Andres as our guide could not have been better. He was an excellent guide. Answered our many questions patiently with so much knowledge. We enjoyed him as well as our driver Carlos. It is a very long day but the hours seemed to fly. Packed so much in that we feel it was value for money. Loved our lunch as well. The water park/fountain show at the end was magical. Dont miss this tour!
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Winifred_s
Jan 3, 2024
Great - It was wonderful from beginning to end. Andy and Luis were awesome. Fun, knowledgeable and so pleasant. It will always be one of the highlights of our trip
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Jdf2003
Oct 11, 2023
Wonderful and Culturally Rich Experirnce! - My guide, Andy, and driver, Oscar, made this a wonderful experience. They took great care of me! I was the only person who booked that day, so it turned into a private tour. I learned so much about Lima history and the culture of the Peruvian people! It was a full itinerary and I loved all of it.
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Jeffrey_b
Aug 9, 2023
Excellent Tour! - I highly recommend this tour! I saw so much in one day. Jack was extremely knowledgeable of each site and also the background history of the sites and the area in general. I learned so much on this tour in addition to seeing the sites. Jack is also easygoing so the tour was completely comfortable and relaxed. So if you have a day in Lima and want to get a good tour of the city I highly recommend this tour. It is excellent!
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Stefan_r
Jul 2, 2023
Excellent day trip in Lima - Excellent day trip in Lima. Lunch was very tasty and our guide was very knowledgeable. Highly recommended.
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Alana
Jun 29, 2023
Incredible Experience! - Amazing experience! Book it! Incredible, knowledgeable and kind guide. It’s a full day but you see and experience so much! I can’t say more good things about this tour.
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Cmkatl
May 24, 2023
Wonderful Experience - What a great way to experience Lima! Our guide, Andy, picked us up at our hotel in Miraflores. Oscar, our driver, expertly negotiated the Lima traffic throughout the day. Our first stop was Pachacamac, a pre-Inca site south of Lima. Pachacamac has a beautiful museum full of centuries old pieces. Andy explained the history of the site and guided us around archaeological ruins. The site has stunning views of the ocean. After Pachacamac we drove to Barranco and had lunch at a family run Peruvian restaurant. The food was delicious! We walked around the neighborhood and got a great feel for every day life in Peru. After our lunch, we drove to downtown Lima to explore the sites. Andy expertly guided us through the streets, stopping to explain the history and significance of the many buildings (and even a few protestors). We loved the Convent of San Francisco! It was gorgeous! The catacombs were a little creepy, but it was fun to explore. Finally, we stopped at the Magic Water Circuit Park. It was packed with Peruvians, mainly families. It was great to experience it without other tourists. The Circuit consists of a movie or light show projected on some fountains. It was fun to watch. We got back to our hotel around 8:00, completely exhausted. It was a great day. Andy was a terrific guide. He knew so much about Peruvian history and the political situation. He was smart and fun! He also helped us find a cheap suitcase to use because my husband’s collapsed on our trip. I can’t say enough good things about him.
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