Lima Mentor - Citytours in Lima

The tour "Travel through Peruvian History" shows you the places that best reflect and give you an understanding of important episodes from Pre-Colombian times until today. The first stop is the Archaeological Complex of Pachacamac, an impressive pre-Inca Ceremonial Center overlooking the Pacific Ocean. On your way back to Lima you drive through the unique wetlands Pantanos de Villa, a protected natural reserve with an extraordinary biodiversity and a great place for bird lovers. Driving along the coastline of Chorrillos you soon reach the traditional and picturesque district of Barranco. Here you stop at a restaurant where the barman shows you how he prepares Peru's national drink, the Pisco sour. After lunch you walk through Barranco to an antique tavern which became a prestigious winery and Pisco producer. Next stop is Lima's historical city center. After a visit to the famous San Francisco Church and Convent with its outstanding library and creepy catacombs, you make a walking tour through the old colonial "City of the Kings". The tour ends visiting Parque de la Reserva which houses the world's largest fountain complex, the Magic Water Circuit. Here you can enjoy a colorful water and light show synchronized with classical and Peruvian music which makes the fountains sparkle and shine as the water flows in unique patterns and shapes.

Tour Timetable & Prices

Departure: Wednesday to Sunday at 11.00 am
Price: US$ 130.-
Duration: 9 hours
Departure point: Pick up from your hotel or as agreed
Max. 7 participants on each tour, tour in Spanish or English
Included: Transportation in a minivan, personal tour guide, all entrance fees,

bottled water and snacks (Costs for the lunch are not included!)

After pick up from your hotel, you visit a local market where your tour guide introduces you to the great variety of Peruvian exotic fruits and vegetables. Afterwards you visit the Barrio Chino, Lima's famous China Town and melting pot of Chinese and Peruvian cultures. Then you make a walking tour through Lima's historical city center discovering the old colonial city. Next stop is a recognized restaurant which exclusively opens its doors for you. Here you can taste and enjoy delicious traditional Peruvian dishes. Then you pay an award winning local restaurant famous for having the best ceviche in Lima a visit. Here you learn the secrets of preparing ceviche, Peru's national dish, from the chef himself and can enjoy a delicious seafood lunch. Afterwards you walk through the traditional and picturesque district of Barranco and visit a renowned handicraft shop which specializes in popular art.

Tour Timetable & Prices

Departure: Tuesday to Friday at 09.00 am
Price: US$ 150.-
Duration: 8 hours
Departure point: Pick up from your hotel or as agreed
Max. 7 participants on each tour, tour in Spanish or English
Included: Transportation in a minivan, personal tour guide, all entrance fees,

bottled water and all meals

The tour "The Must-Sees of Lima" brings you to the sites you shouldn't miss while in the Peruvian capital. The first stop is at Huaca Pucllana, a ceremonial center of the Lima Culture in Miraflores. Afterwards you head to the Larco Museum in Pueblo Libre which exhibits over 3,000 years of Peruvian history by displaying the finest gold, silver and ceramic collection in the country. Your next stop is Lima's historical city center. After a visit to the famous San Francisco Church and Convent with its outstanding library and creepy catacombs, you make a walking tour through the old colonial "City of the Kings" where you get to know all important streets and buildings. The tour ends with a visit to Polvos Azules, a famous "shopping mall". Here you try the Peruvian way of shopping.

Tour Timetable & Prices

Departure: Daily at 02.00 pm
Price: US$ 60.-
Duration: 4 ½ hours
Departure point: Pick up from your hotel or as agreed
Max. 7 participants on each tour, tour in Spanish or English
Included: Transportation in a minivan, personal tour guide, all entrance fees,

snacks and bottled water

Experience the magnificence of Lima's Colonial and Republican times. After being picked up from your hotel, your first stop is the famous luxury hotel Gran Hotel Bolivar located at Plaza San Martin in the historical city center which opened its doors in 1924 to accommodate numerous celebrities. While having a drink at the bar you can enjoy the impressive architecture and classy interior of Lima's first large and modern hotel. From here you walk the short distance to the Casa Osambela, one of the most traditional buildings that combines the cultural and historical patrimony of Lima. Your next stop is Casa Aliaga which was built by Jeronimo de Aliaga, a companion of Lima's conqueror Francisco Pizarro, and in which still direct descendents of the Aliaga family live in. Your tour ends at the Hotel Maury where you can enjoy one of the best Pisco Sours at its famous bar.

Tour Timetable & Prices

Departure: Monday to Saturday at 04.00 pm
Price: US$ 70.-
Duration: 4 hours
Departure point: Pick up from your hotel or as agreed
Max. 7 participants on each tour, tour in Spanish or English
Included: Transportation in a minivan, personal tour guide, all entrance fees,

snacks, bottled water and a Pisco Sour at the Hotel Maury