Port of Callao

Begin the tour with pickup from the Port of Callao, before traveling into the city of Lima. Enjoy Lima on this cultural and historical you. With a local guide, travel from the Port into the city of Lima, while learning about the historical background of the ancient viceroyalty of Peru. Visit the most emblematic places of the City of Kings, such as the museum and convent of San Francisco, the Plaza de Armas in Lima and the Huaca Pucllana archaeological center. See the Plaza Mayor of Lima, located in the heart of the City Center, and see the historical buildings located around the square, such as the Cathedral of Lima, the Government Palace, and the Municipal House. Observe the changing of the guard that begins at 11:20 in the morning with a small ceremony by the military band, which then proceeds with the official ceremony of the change of troops and ends at 12:20 pm. Walk in the Historic Center of Lima, in San Francisco Square, and learn about the long system of catacombs under the square, used since the 17th century as a cemetery until Don José de San Martín closed it in 1821, and remains one of the most popular tourist attractions, where some show their faith in the dead by throwing coins, notes asking for miracles, and even voodoo dolls with pins against some adversary or antagonist. Explore the Miraflores district, the place where the most important archaeological center of Lima is located, known as Huaca Pucllana, which in the time of the Incas functioned as a sacred place of veneration of the temple of the sun, then we will visit the park of Love and its beautiful sea view. Be returned to the Port of Callao after the tour is finished.

Discover the highlights of Lima on a guided tour designed for cruise ship passengers. Visit the city's most iconic landmarks, including the Catacombs Museum in the Church of San Francisco, the Plaza de Armas, and the Plaza del Amor in the Miraflores district. Meet your guide at the port of Callao and board a comfortable bus. Begin your tour with a visit to the Catacombs Museum in the Church of San Francisco. Walk through the church's colonial streets and take photos of its monuments such as Plaza de Armas, Lima Cathedral, Municipal Palace, and Plaza San Martín. Enjoy a typical lunch a few meters from the central square and rest. After the historic center, head to the Plaza del Amor in the Miraflores district facing the sea to see its beautiful view. End your tour at a local fruit and vegetable market to see the diversity of products that Peru has to offer. Have 25 minutes to compare beautiful crafts or souvenirs and take photos with the help of your English-speaking guide. If you have a wheelchair, there is no problem, as the guides can assist you.

Are you looking for an interesting and nice experience in Lima? You just find it! On this tour we don't save money on tickets or other, we want a see it all, the nicest, the top, and the best in this eight-hour tour! 9:00 am We start our tour with a panoramic view of the district of Miraflores with its main attractions such as Kennedy Park, Love Park with its beautiful gardens and adorable view of the Pacific Ocean, and the islands San Lorenzo and Fronton located close to the Port of Callao. We go on recognizing the ancient inhabitants of Lima by their archaeological sites spread around the city, driving next to the Huaca Pucllana, and visiting Huaca Huallamarca located in the middle of the fancy district of San Isidro, a place where we will stop to climb a truncated pyramid and take a special photo shoot. 10:00 am We go on north directly to Plaza Mayor de Lima, a place considered the kilometer zero during the Spanish colony, from this point departed missionary expeditions to evangelize South America. At this point, we start a walking route through streets, plazas, and houses of this period. 11:00 am Catacomb exploration at the Saint Francis Basilica, a construction built by the Portuguese Francisco de Vasconzuelos, who created a very strong anti-seismic technique. Noon Enjoy part of the daily changing of the guard at the Perus government palace. 12:15 pm Visit the interior of Lima Cathedral, a place which inside is located in Francisco Pizarros Tumb, being the headquarters of the catholic church, where bishops bless the upcoming presidents in a special ceremony. 12:45 pm Visit the interior of la Casa de Aliaga, considered one of the oldest mansions in America, inhabited by the 16th descendant of Geronimo de Aliaga, the youngest conqueror and right hand of Francisco Pizarro. The house itself is a precious jewel considered a Cultural Patrimony of Humanity and a witness of the elegant style of the colonial period. 01:30 pm Drive to Pueblo Libre district, where the liberators of Peru of the Spanish conquest used to live in the early 19th century during the independence process. On our drive to the Larcco Museum, we will pass by the archaeological site of Huaca Mateo Salado, another example of the prehispanic occupation of this city. 02:00 pm Lunch time at Cafe del Museo, this place is surrounded by a special hacienda atmosphere which is part of the coleccionist family history. The cart was designed by the world-renowned Peruvian Chef Gaston Acurio, presenting the most representative dishes, exotic fusions, and flavors that show why Pery has been recognized as the world's best culinary destination for more than a decade. 03:30 pm Time to explore the Larco Museum and travel back in history with one of the very best world museography disposures, showing the cultural development of Peru from before Caral (3000 b.C) until the 16th century with the Spanish arrival to this land. 05:00 pm Drop off back to the hotel.

-We start with the pick up from the hotel in the district of Miraflores, we will transfer you to the Plaza Grau Pier in Callao where we will start our excursion at 10:30 am. -We will board a yacht to go to Palomino Island, we will pass by the Camotal or Callao Hundido, a place with a lot of history. -We will be able to observe the biggest island of the country, San Lorenzo Island and El Fronton Island. -We will arrive at Palomino Island where there is a colony of more than 5000 sea lions, first we will enjoy a brief guide and indications and then you will have the opportunity to swim with sea lions very close. -Finally we will return to the Port of Callao and transfer to your hotel in the district of Miraflores.

Time 10:00 AM: Meeting at the Centro Naval del Perú Our team will welcome you at the Centro Naval del Peru, providing you with all the information about the exciting experience that awaits you. Time 10:30 AM: Transfer to the Port of Callao From the Naval Center, we will head to the nearby Port of Callao to embark on a comfortable sea crossing to the Palomino Islands. Time 11:00 AM: Sailing to the Palomino Islands. Feel the thrill of the crossing as we sail to the Palomino Islands. Enjoy the panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean and get ready for a unique encounter with the marine fauna. 12:00 PM: Marine Fauna Sighting at Palomino Islands Upon arrival at the Palomino Islands, you will be able to admire the extraordinary biodiversity of the area. You will have the opportunity to swim in safe waters and interact with these playful marine mammals. Observe colonies of sea lions, guano birds and, with a little luck, even playful penguins. 2:00 PM: Return to Callao Port. After enjoying our time in the Palomino Islands, we will return to the Port of Callao. Enjoy the last views of the seascape as we return to shore. Time 2:00 PM: End of the Tour at the Naval Center of Peru We conclude our exciting day of exploration at the same place where we started: the Naval Center of Peru at 129 Jorge Chavez Avenue, Callao. We thank you for your participation and hope that this experience in the Palomino Islands has been unforgettable.

We will pick you up at 9 am in your hotel and you will be taken to Callao port, where our boat is waiting for us to sail to the Palomino Islands. On the way we will pass through the Fronton and Cavinzas Islands until we reach the Palomino Islands National Reserve. On the boat we will be given wetsuits and life jackets to be able to enter the sea and swim with the sea lions and Humboldt penguins. For this activity we will enter the water with our guide and remain in the sea for 30 minutes contemplating this beautiful ecosystem, after this interesting and beautiful experience we will return to the mainland where our car is waiting for us to take us to Miraflores and drop us off at our hotel.

Explore their traditions, art, and daily life. Afterward, take a boat ride on Yarinococha Lake to observe the enchanting pink river dolphins, a unique and memorable encounter. Itinerary: Pick up from the hotel to the Puerto Callao pier, Yarinacocha district. • Navigating the Yarinacocha lagoon in a typical motor boat “Peke – Peke” • Visit the San Francisco Native Community. It is the oldest and largest town. It is time to appreciate their lifestyle and purchase crafts to support the community. • Visit the artisanal farmhouse 11 de Agosto. Time to appreciate their crafts: looms, wood carvings, etc. Tasting of exotic and aphrodisiac drinks. • Visit the fur zone, also known as sloth bears • Dip in the San José spa (optional activity) or practice water sports (optional cost). • Demonstration and practice of artisanal fishing. • Visit the La Jungla mini zoo. Tour of the place and observation of wildlife. Photo with the anaconda • Visit the facilities of the Costa del Ucayali tourist center. Observation of the paiche «Arapaima Gigas». • Lunch + use of the facilities in Costa del Ucayali. • Visit the Pacacocha pipe. Time to take photographs and sightings of wild flora and fauna. Return to the hotel.