Lima City Tour: Explore Pachacamac and Historic Center

Embark on a 2-day shore excursion in Lima, exploring the city’s fascinating history, Inka culture, and vibrant community lifestyle. Support social projects with your tour booking!

Duration: 2 days
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights

Visit the Inka Pyramids of Pachacamac, City of Kings and Queens and Magic Waters

Museo de Sitio y Santuario Arqueologico de Pachacamac - We will be pick up from your metting point in Callao Port or the Airport, and travel back in time and visit the most important sacred sanctuary in the central coast of southamerica. Admire its colossal size and…

What's Included
  • Local snacks
  • Bottled water
  • Professional guide
  • Entrance tickets to Pachacamac, the Catacumbs and Magic Water Park
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
  • All fees and/or taxes
  • Private transport
  • Professional driver
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
  • Beverages
  • Souvenirs
Additional Information

Just disembarked from a cruise and seeking an alternate way to experience Lima? We’ve got a fantastic itinerary for your brief sojourn in Lima! Unearth the fascinating past of our city, Lima, through our exceedingly unique and comprehensive tours: Delve into the Inca civilization with a visit to the iconic Pachacamac pyramids; furthermore, take in the…

Cancellation Policy

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

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Maria
Apr 2, 2025
Visit Lima - It was a wonderful excursion . Got to know a little more of the real Lima. I will recommend it for anyone with 2 days in Lima.
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Colinl451
Mar 29, 2025
Excellent - What a great two day tour we had with Haku tours. Day one was led by Amadeo, our guide and Julio, our driver. during which and despite the heavy traffic, we managed to visit all the sites on the advertised itinerary. We enjoyed a lovely lunch and a light evening meal and at no point did we feel rushed. Amadeo was informative, helpful and very friendly throughout and is a credit to the company. For the second day of the tour, Cesar was our guide and Louis, our driver. Louis negotiated the traffic with ease and Cesar managed our visit to the shanty town with great sensitivity and insight. His compassion and respect for the local population was evident throughout and we couldn’t help but enjoy his enthusiasm for all things ‘Peru’. Time management by both guides was excellent and we’d recommend this tour and this company without hesitation.
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Suc688
Mar 28, 2025
Great tour and local foods - Our tour guide Leonardo is very knowledgeable and passionate young man. We really enjoyed our time we spend in Lima. Amazing local foods this tour company took us for lunch and dinner.
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Beanmstr
Mar 28, 2025
Unforgettable 2-Day Lima Tour with Haku Tours – A Must-Do! - We had an incredible 2-day city tour with Haku Tours, and I cannot recommend them enough! From start to finish, their organization, passion, and commitment to the local community made this an unforgettable experience. Our guide, Leonardo, was hands down the best guide we’ve ever had! He’s a historian, a storyteller, and an educator, and he made every site we visited come alive. Ask for Leonardo—you won’t regret it! He even travels over 2.5 hours each way to meet the tour group, and his dedication to sharing Lima’s history and culture is unmatched. Day 1: Pachacamac Ruins, Old Lima & Magic Water Show We started early and made our way to the Pachacamac archaeological site, where we explored the fascinating ruins of this pre-Incan and Incan religious center. Leonardo’s deep knowledge of the Inca civilization and their customs gave us a whole new appreciation for Peru’s rich history. Lunch was a highlight—authentic Peruvian cuisine at a local restaurant where I had my first Pisco Sour (and loved it!). In Lima’s historic center, we visited: ✔️ Plaza Mayor and the Government Palace ✔️ San Martín Square ✔️ San Francisco Church and Catacombs—still an active monastery! The catacombs tour was fascinating, and Leonardo made sure we understood their historical and cultural significance. To end the night, we visited Parque de la Reserva to see the Magic Water Circuit, a breathtaking light and water show that tells the history of Peru. This was an amazing way to wrap up the day before heading back to the ship. Day 2: Shanty Town Tour & Local Market Experience This was one of the most eye-opening and moving experiences we’ve ever had while traveling. Haku Tours has special permission to visit a shanty town, allowing us to see the real Lima beyond the tourist sites. We met the community leader, an extraordinary woman who has dedicated her life to improving the lives of others. Her accomplishments left us speechless: ✔️ Drove drug dealers out of the area ✔️ Runs a soup kitchen feeding 1,000 people daily ✔️ Opened a daycare so parents can work ✔️ Started a school for women and adults ✔️ Fought for infrastructure improvements like roads and staircases ✔️ Secured a donation from the Taiwanese ambassador to help feed the community Her story of resilience and leadership was truly inspiring. Afterward, we visited a vertical market, where Leonardo introduced us to Peru’s incredible variety of fruits and vegetables. This was a great way to experience local life and cuisine. Why Choose Haku Tours? ✅ Non-Profit Company – Proceeds support local communities ✅ Small Group Tours – More personalized experience ✅ Expert Guides – Leonardo was absolutely amazing! ✅ Unique & Authentic Experiences – Go beyond the usual tourist spots We returned to the ship feeling like we had truly experienced Lima, not just as visitors, but as guests welcomed into the community. If you’re visiting Lima, Haku Tours is the BEST choice! Book with them—you won’t regret it! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Highly Recommend! #HakuTours #BestTourInLima #TravelWithPurpose #LimaPeru #Pachacamac #ShantyTownTour #LocalExperience #LeonardoTheBest #SupportNonProfits
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Ed
Mar 25, 2025
Two unforgettable days in Lima - Amadeo was an excellent guide. He made a point of getting to know us. He was very knowledgeable and had interesting anecdotes to add to the tour. Highly recommended- best tour by far.
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Jay_j
Jan 15, 2025
Perfect 2-day Shore Excursion - Our guides were terrific and we couldn't have asked for a better 2-day Llima experience. The lunch and dinner locations were wonderful and we got a chance to sample some Peruvian style cuisine.
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Coastal26487760972
Aug 2, 2024
Unforgettable Lima - Our eyes were opened in Lima - so much to see, do and enjoy here. We were fabulously looked after on our Haku Tour, & our guide was skilled & knowledgeable. He was able to be flexible and adjust the tour to fit with what we, as a group, enjoyed. Going with him to the shantytown was our highlight of the two days, and we were privileged to go. Buying food and other necessities in the market to pass on to people there was an extra that our group wanted to do, and chipped in for - it was such a pleasure. Meeting the fabulous women at their soup kitchen was also amazing, and giving them fresh chicken and eggs for their cooking. I have travelled much in my life, and this tour was right up there for me. Thank you Haku Tours!
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609lynm
Oct 24, 2023
Best of Lima Tour - What an amazing & thorough tour of Lima. Our guide Cesar was informative, entertaining, a ball of energy and extremely interesting. He really went over and above to ensure we had an enjoyable tour and shared his love of Lima with us. We booked a 2 day tour and our pick up was precise & meeting point very convenient. The tour bus was very comfortable & easy to access. On Day 1 we went to Pachacmac archaeological site. The length of time spent here was perfect and Cesar had a thorough knowledge of the area & sites. We then had a Peruvian lunch (included in the price) at a small, vibrant restaurant. After lunch, we returned to Lima for a walking tour of the main sites, the catacombs & were even invited to join the locals in a traditional dance. Dinner at a restaurant was also included (Cesar actually ran across the road & bought me a lemonade as the restaurant had run out) . We were then driven to the Magic Water Circuit & afterwards, Cesar took us around the many fountains within the park. Day 2 was a visit to a local market, fruit tasting & a visit to a shanty town. We were only in Lima for 2 days on a cruise ship, but came away seeing so many sights and such a wonderful knowledge of Lima - thanks to our extraordinary guide, Cesar. I would HIGHLY recommend this tour. It is such great value for money, we spent a good time at each site & provided so many memorable experiences. This tour was a real highlight of our whole world cruise.
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Rove16
Aug 31, 2023
Brilliant and Professional Tour Company - I booked our tour from Australia as I felt there was more to offer in Lima than the cruise ship tours. This was the best decision. The tour guides were professional, knowledgeable, caring and friendly. Thank you lovely ladies, Pamela and Lydia, also thank you to the young man who took us to lunch. We took the ships shuttle bus to Larcomar Shopping Centre in Miraflores and Haku Tours were waiting for us. The communication the day before was excellent by Whatsapp. Email is also available. I was given the tour guides phone numbers therefore no stress. The company also contributes/ donations to the Shanty Town people. I am very grateful we visited Shanty Town. Thank you to everyone who works for Haku Tours.
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555margief
Aug 31, 2023
Best Lima Tour - One of the best tours we have been on. The tour guide was fun, informative and enthusiastic to show us his country. Highly recommended this tour
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up to 14 guests
2 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).