From Lima: Private Tour of Pachacamac, Barranco & Chorrillos With Historical Insights

Embark on a private tour of Pachacamac, Barranco, and Chorrillos in Lima. Explore the archaeological site, learn about its history, and enjoy stunning views. Includes museum visit and insightful commentary.

Duration: 4 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Chorrillos - Our tour guide and driver will pick you up from your hotel in a private minivan or SUV. Before visiting the complex and museum of Pachacamac, visit the populous and traditional district of Chorrillos. This area played an important role in the war with Chile from 1879 to 1883. Enjoy beautiful views of the Villa wetlands (A refuge of wild animals and migratory birds), La Herradura beach, and the Costa Verde beach circuit.
  • Museo de Sitio y Santuario Arqueologico de Pachacamac - Travel south of Lima towards Pachacamac Inca Archaeological Site with the assistance of a professional tour guide on board who will give a detailed explanation of the important cultures and people that lived here. This archaeological complex offers a visit to the museum and temples such as the Acllawasi, the Old Temple, the Painted Temple, Philligrins Square and Taulichumbi palace.

Pachacamac, that was built mainly on adobe (mud bricks), hosts an oracle that represents the Lord of Pachacamac, who was considered a god that ruled the world. it is the major Pre-Hispanic ceremonial center on the Pacific Coast of America.

Discover the buildings of the four known cultures that existed here: Lima, Ychma, Wari and Inca. Learn the difference of each culture during time because of its rocky formations. Enjoy a fantastic panoramic view of the sea from the viewpoint of the Temple of the Sun, the highest building in Pachacamac Sanctuary.

  • Barranco - The last part of your tour includes a detailed visit to Barranco, where you can enjoy a romantic walk by the Bridge of Sights, the Walk of the Baths, Barranco’s Boulevard, La Ermita Church and other typical and rustic buildings that belonged to the colonial era of Lima.

At the end of your tour, you will be taken back to your hotel. Optional drop-off in Barranco or centrally located restaurants in Lima can be arranged.

What's Included
  • Excursions to the mentioned places.
  • Snack & Drink on board.
  • Admission ticket to Pachacamac Museum & Sanctuary.
  • Permanent Assistance.
  • Tour Guide on board.
  • Tourist transportation (Minivan or SUV).
What's Not Included
  • Lunch
  • Gratuities
  • Pick up/Drop Off from/to Lima Airport or Port of Callao (US$ 15.00 extra per person).
Additional Information

Experience something unique on your visit to Lima, touring the archaeology of Pachacamac and the nearby regions of Barranco and Chorrillos in this four-hour journey. Explore the captivating views and historical significance of these locales, touring their museums and primary temples. Enjoy a cooling snack and beverage onboard, while your tourist guide elaborates on the noteworthy events that transpired in these areas.

  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
Location
Chorrillos
Balneario sur
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Corinaindy
Aug 13, 2024
Excellent short trip! - One of the best tours ever ! Learned so much!… Many thanks to our guide Alexandra and our driver Victor!! Highly recommend this trip!
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Camille_c
Aug 3, 2023
I recommend! - Amazing moment with the guide Lucas and the driver Victor. Great explanations, respectful, patient, really clear, good English. I recommend :)
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Stevejwarner
Mar 25, 2023
The guide Cezar was very... - The guide Cezar was very knowledgeable and informative. It was very interesting. The 6 seat mini bus was very comfortable and the water and crisps were much appreciated.
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Jbsincere
Sep 4, 2022
Excellent Service - Lima 🇵🇪 - Our tour guide - Vilma was very knowledgeable and am excellent guide. She spoke English very well. We thoroughly enjoyed her. Our driver Victor was excellent. He safely drove us all around in some heavy traffic. Definitely recommend both of then and Vista Travels.
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E6419mqemmah
Apr 27, 2021
So interesting! - Excellent tour, the Guide Lucas has the best knowledge of the Culture and his history. Kenyi is an excellent driver too. Entertaining, didactic and safe 👍🏼
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William_h
Jan 23, 2020
Everything Extra Perfect(EXCEPT)!! - Everything went very smooth. Excellent tour guide... Very thorough and knowledgeable!! Always willing to go that little extra to make our group seem special.. Couldn't have asked for a nicer tour guide (Jessica) or a nicer tour!! Worth every penny!! (We enjoyed everything, but the only exclusion was the sandwich we were supposed to receive!!!
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2019cr
Oct 9, 2019
Incredible pyramid - Well worth it. The pachacamac tour was very informative and interesting, I loved the history. I loved Barranco neighborhood, very artistic and colorful, this is a must as well.
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Emilie_v
Jun 16, 2022
Not as described, but still a good tour - The tour was great, but not as described. The tour claimed we would tour Chorrillos and Barranco as well as the Pachacamac Inca Archaeological Site. Our tour just went to Pachacamac Inca Archaeological Site and back to our hotel. This was a bummer after our tour finding out it was supposed to include more. This is why I gave it a lesser rating. Besides that, we very much enjoyed visiting the Pachacamac Inca Archaeological Site. This was very cool to see. Our tour guide was very great also. I would recommend the tour, just ask ahead of time if it does include those parts of the city as well.
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Clark
Nov 11, 2019
An afternoon into the past - Lucas our guide was personable and professional. The tour started with an introduction at the modern museum. There was a good explanation of the pre-Columbian cultures, which are many more than just Inca. We then maneuvered the site by car and foot which was necessary to get it all in (it's huge) and not wear yourself out. We touched the other points of the tour including a short stint on the Pan American highway, but these were really only points of interest drivebys. Overall a worthwhile half day investment to a major archaeological site just a few kilometers south of Lima .
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Steven_h
Mar 24, 2024
Complete failure - Tour operators were a no show! Was at the pick up location from 9:30 til 10:30. No show. Now they’re lying.
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