• Villa el Salvador - Haku Tours warmly invites you to discover the authentic Lima, a city where rich history meets vibrant daily life. Begin your adventure by ascending the iconic yellow stairs to the hilltops, where you’ll be rewarded with a stunning panoramic view of the city’s expansive landscape. Lima’s vastness and breathtaking vistas are sure to leave a lasting impression, offering a unique perspective of the city that few experience. This tour goes beyond mere sightseeing; it’s a chance to truly connect with the local community, meet the residents of Lima, and learn about their culture, traditions, beliefs, and personal stories. Expect to be welcomed with warm hospitality and genuine smiles—the locals here love meeting visitors and sharing their way of life.
• Plaza San Martin - Your local tour guide will lead you to this charming square, cherished by locals for its gardens and pleasant atmosphere. Your guide will also provide an insightful introduction to the country’s history, its people, and local life.
• Jiron de La Union - This street is a must-see! You’ll enjoy a panoramic view and appreciate the beautiful architecture, exquisite wooden balconies, impressive rock carvings, and monumental churches with religious altars. The lively atmosphere, shops, chicken restaurants, and music will make your day exciting, joyful, and undoubtedly interesting!
• Museo Convento San Francisco y Catacumbas - After exploring Unión Street, we’ll guide you through Ucayali and Lampa streets to delve into Lima’s history and learn about its people and lifestyle. We’ll continue with a visit to one of the city’s most remarkable attractions, the Monastery of San Francisco and its fascinating internal catacombs! Here, we’ll explore the culture and traditions of the city’s inhabitants during the colonial era of the 16th, 17th, and 18th centuries. This attraction is sure to make your tour and visit even more memorable!
• Presidential Palace (Palacio de Gobierno) - We’ll enjoy a panoramic view of one of the most significant residences in the country, accompanied by a rich and informative explanation. Our president resides and works here! This is also where the daily changing of the guard takes place. We’ll admire the great architecture of this historic site!
• RESTAURANTE CORDANO - Known as the oldest official bar in Peru, located right next to the Government Palace, it is famous for hosting many former presidents and writers—Ernest Hemingway being one of the most notable.
• Lima Cathedral - During the colonial era, Lima was the center of religious authority, presided over by this grand cathedral. According to Catholic tradition at the time, no other church could be built taller than its towers. The facade is magnificent, as are the surrounding art and architecture. As the city’s main place of worship, it hosts the oldest and most significant religious ceremonies in the country. It is also a favored landmark for local weddings. We’ll have the perfect panoramic view of the Cathedral to capture the best photos!
• Pasaje Santa Rosa - A delightful street known for its open-air art and refreshing breeze. It conceals a sacred rock where indigenous traditions remain alive through “Pagos a la Tierra” (earth offerings) and ritual dances. It’s a powerful place to experience Peru’s living history and spiritual energy.
• Basilica and Convent of Santo Domingo, Lima - This is the oldest convent in South America, and during the 17th century, it boasted the tallest tower on the continent. Still an active convent today, it features a stunning facade and a magnificent gilded main altar. We’ll stop here briefly to admire it before returning to your accommodation; if the doors are open, you can peek inside to see its impressive interior!
• Plaza de Armas (Plaza Mayor) - The Plaza de Armas is a true highlight, showcasing Spain’s colonial influence through the palaces, mansions, and cathedrals that surround its beautiful central garden. Before arriving, we’ll stroll down Ancash Street to visit the “Happy Inka Market.” There, you can admire local art, indigenous carvings, and traditional textiles—the perfect opportunity to pick up a unique souvenir of your time in Lima!

• Professional guide
• Bottled water
• Entrance tickets to the Catacombs
• In-vehicle air conditioning
• Lunch

• Gratuities

This walking tour offers a wonderful chance to explore the lifestyle of a significant portion of Lima’s population, who thrive in a shared community system filled with joy. At Haku Tours, the aim is to showcase “the real Lima”! Participants will ascend the renowned yellow stairs and navigate through charming, narrow paths to reach the hilltops, unveiling breathtaking views of Villa El Salvador, San Juan, Pamplona, Villa Maria, and more. The tour includes a visit to a local nursery and the welcoming families of this warm community, who will gladly share their culture, traditions, beliefs, and thoughts.

Additionally, the tour will cover the main attractions of Lima’s Historic Center, including San Martin Square, Plaza de Armas, Jiron de la Union, the Government Palace, the Cathedral, Pasaje Santa Rosa, and the Convent of Santo Domingo. The highlight is an interior visit to the “Convent of San Francisco and its incredible catacombs”!

• Children must be accompanied by an adult
• We recommend to wear confortable clothes and shoes, sunglasses, sunscreen and a hat, take a bottle of water with you and spare battery for your camera

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