Private Street Food and Peruvian History Tour: Explore Culture, Cuisine and Traditions

Embark on a private street food and Peruvian history tour that explores the rich culture, cuisine, and traditions of Peru. By booking with us, you not only have a fun and unique experience, but you also support a nonprofit organization that helps youth in extreme poverty. Join us and make a difference today!

Duration: 4 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Mercado nro 1 de Surquillo - We will begin our adventure in this colorful and friendly local market in Surquillo District. Be ready to taste different kinds of exotics fruits, coming from different parts of the country like the coast, the rain forest, and the Andes. Of course, we won’t abandon this local market without trying the most representative dish of Lima called “ceviche”. Last but not least, we will taste a delicious “causa rellena” which is made with yellow mashed potatoes and fill up with vegetables and shredded chicken.
  • Santiago de Surco - After tasting different samples of food in the earlier market now we arrive at Santiago de Surco Market, it was very well-known by locals and visitors since the colonial days till now. Its reputation is well known among people that have a great interest in rainforest food and fresh exotic fruit juices. so, this will be a good opportunity to try a delicious “Juanes de Pollo” or a “Chaufa de Cecina” typical dishes from the forest prepared with authentic and organic ingredients from the Amazon. Get ready to have one of the most amazing experience, full of surprises, trying the flavors of Peru along the time and listening to the history behind the different dishes we try along the tour.
  • Barranco - finally, we arrive at this bohemian cheerful and colorful neighborhood where we will visit one of the most popular restaurants called “Javier” and try the most typical dessert of lima “Picarones” made of sweet potatoes flour, anise seeds, squash, etc. don’t forget to take a camera with you since the attractions are unique and wonderful
  • Chorrillos - Visit the local fishermen per, where we will interact with them and see the catch of the day, enjoy talking with local people and see how they prepare fried fishes in their tents
What's Included
  • Snacks
  • Hotel pick up
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

In this tour, you will visit some of our authentic local markets in Lima city. At the same time, you will get immersed in the Peruvian culture trying local fruits, tapas, drinks, juices and the best of all interact with local people

Discover with us the magic of Peruvian gastronomy through its history and traditions. enjoy an afternoon full of flavors visiting the most important local places of our culinary art. Perfect for lovers of new experiences and new flavors!

If you are vegetarian, do not worry we can arrange special plates for this excursion too.

Location
Mercado nro 1 de Surquillo
Av. Paseo de la Republica,
Cancellation Policy

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

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Jeffrey_b
Jan 23, 2024
Book This Tour Now—You Will Not Regret It!!! - This was the best tour we did in Peru. Carlos is an absolutely marvelous tour guide. We could have hung out with him all day and then some more. His knowledge of food, culture and history was exquisite. This tour made our trip. Look no further—this is your tour. You can thank me later.
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Lisa_b
Dec 17, 2023
Our tour guide, Carlos,... - Our tour guide, Carlos, was amazing. He made the tour. The experience is something we will never forget.
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Markdulmes
Feb 19, 2022
Awesome food tour experience! - Carlos was a great guide! We especially enjoyed the market tour and lunch there. We also were able to see many interesting city points.
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