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Lima Discovery

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Highlights:

• Discover the real Lima on a guided walking tour of the city’s famous sights and hidden gems.
• Enjoy an informal Spanish lesson
• Wander Jiron de la Union
• Try a pisco sour and mingle with Limenos in central market.
• Explore churches, parks and plazas and delve into the city’s history along the way.

Tour style:Walking & orientation, Heritage & History, Food/Cuisine & Market visits.
Inclusion:

English speaking guide, Entrance fees as indicated & 1 pisco sour.

Exclusion:

Items of a personal nature, Drinks, Gratuities and tips for your guide.

Group size:Maximum 12
Schedule details:

• Duration: 4.5 hours
• Meeting point:

  Gran Hotel Bolivar on the main entrance (Jr de la Unión 958, Plaza San Martin, Lima, Perú)

• Start time: 9.00 AM
• Finish point:

  Plaza de Armas – Lima Downtown

Additional information :

• Voucher exchange details:

  Please present your voucher to the local guide at the beginning of the trip.

• Confirmation of booking:

  Please contact Lima Urban Adventures to confirm your trip 24 hours prior to departure.

• Dress standard:

  Latin Americans can be very conscious of appearance so try to be casual but conservative in your dress. Outside of beach areas halter tops and very short shorts should not be worn. When visiting churches or religious sites shoulders and knees should be covered.

• Child policy:

  Children must be 6 years of age to 11 years inclusively.  Children below the age of 6 are not permitted on this tour.

• Language: English

Itinerary:

Meet your English speaking local guide at the main entrance door of Bolivar hotel on Plaza San Martin, Lima Downtown.

 

Start your Lima Discovery Urban Adventure by learning a few words of Spanish with your local guide. Learn some of the history of the Bolivar hotel before heading out to explore the ‘City of Kings’.

 

Start by walking along Jiron de la Union, the pedestrian avenue linking Plaza San Martin to Plaza de Armas. On the way, there is the option of sampling the chicha morada drink and snack on churros. Head off the beaten track and travel to the central market. Stop along the way at the San Pedro de Lima church. Built in the 17th century it is still an important spiritual center for many Limenos.

 

Explore the stalls of Lima’s central market. On display is fresh produce from all over Peru – from the jungle to the coast and the Altiplano. Learn about local dishes, typical drinks and fresh juices.

 

Take a walk through the Plaza Bolivar. This is the perfect place to hear anecdotes on the history of the country and all of South America from your guide. Visit the Monasterio San Francisco, home to large underground catacombs.

 

Stop to sip on a traditional pisco sour in a local pub in the company of Limenos. The pub is close to the government palace and with luck you might spot important members of the Peruvian government.

 

This Lima sightseeing tour comes to an end in Plaza de Armas. You are free to continue your own personal exploration or your guide can assist you in getting back to your hotel.

Your trip:

This trip is offered on a "join-in" basis. Maximum group size is 12.

Tipping:

If you are happy with the services provided by your local guides and drivers a tip - though not compulsory - is appropriate. While it may not be customary to you, it is of great significance to the people who will take care of you during your travels, inspires excellent service, and is an entrenched feature of the tourism industry across many Intrepid Urban Adventures destinations. Please consider this when budgeting for your extra expenses on this tour

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