Lima, named the "City of the Kings" by the Spanish Conquistadores, is the main gateway into Peru and the country's capital. It was founded in 1535 as Spain's South American capital. The nearby Temple of Pachacamac is a monument to Peru's pre-Inca and Inca history. The rich, religious Lima of the Spanish colonies is seen today in the churches and convents. Lirna has the sunny beaches of the Costa Verde, the romantic "Bridge of Sighs" in Barranco, modern residences and gardens in Miraflores and San Isidro, and flowered boulevards downtown. It is a city of fine museums and magnificent pre-Columbian art collections, such as the Gold and the Larco Herrera museums.

Recommended Hotels

Swiss Hotel
A sleek tower incorporating European style with touches of South American. Conveniently located in the exclusive district of San Isidro and only 7 miles from the airport.

Sheraton Hotel & Casino
A sophisticated hotel and casino located in the city center, close to theaters, art museums and tourist attractions.

Los Delfines Hotel
The Los Delfines Hotel, located in the sophisticated area of San Isidro, was designed to offer its guests privacy and comfort in an exclusive environment.

Country Club Hotel
The Country Club Hotel, originally constructed in 1927, has been completely renovated and is considered as the best hotel in Lima.

Country Club Hotel

Lima 3 Days / 2 Nights Daily Departures

Day 1- Arrive Lima - Meeting upoG n arrival at the airport and transfer to your hotel. The balance of the day is at leisure.

Day 2- Lima - Included is a morning guided tour of Lima's ancient colonial city. Visit the historical center of Lima. See the Plaza Mayor, where the Government Palace, city hall, cathedral and the Archbishop's Palace are located. Proceed to the San Francisco Monastery. Drive through the residential districts of San Isidro and Mirafloras for a magnificent view of the Pacific Ocean and the beaches.

Day 3- Depart Lima - Transfer from the hotel to the airport.

Half-Day Excursions

City Tour of Lima
A three hour excursion visiting Lima's principal attractions, the Plaza de Armas, Government Palace, the Cathedral, the Plaza Acho built in 1768, Alameda de los Descalzos, the Santo Domingo or San Francisco Convent, and the garden suburbs of Miraflores and San Isidro.

Pachacamac Ruins & Museum
An excursion to Pachacamac is a "must" for all visitors to Lima. A coastal drive of 20 miles, along the Pan American Highway, takes you to the ruins of the Pachacamac Temple, a famous place of pilgrimage during pre-Inca times. Explore the remains of the Sacred City and its temples to the Creator God, and the Virgins of the Sun. The tour also includes a visit to the National Anthropological and Archaeological Museum.

City Tour & Gold Museum
Half day afternoon excursion including a brief visit to Lima's principal attractions: Plaza de Armas, Government Palace, the Cathedral, and the Mujica Gallo Gold Museum, which contains a priceless collection of pre-Columbian gold artifacts. Also included is the Mujica's Arms of the World collection.

Archaeology Museum
Half day guided tour of the pre-Inca ruins of Pachacamac. A brief drive through the Lima garden districts of San Isidro and Miraflores, plus a visit to the famed Museum of Anthropology and Archaeology, one of South America's finest.

Full Day Excursions

Nazca Fly-over
Transfer to the airport for a commuter flight. Travel south to Iea (25 min.) and then enjoy a 45-minute over flight of the incredible Nazca lines and ground drawings. Lunch and a short visit to the nearby museum are included.