Things to do in Peru
Lima City Tour21 optionsMachu Picchu Rail Tours58 optionsNazca Lines Tours11 optionsLima Museums Attractions31 optionsRainbow Mountain Tours7 optionsInca Trail Tours11 optionsCusco Walking Tour94 optionsUros Floating Islands Tours22 optionsCity Tour Cusco18 optionsMiraflores Tour56 optionsFood Tour Lima43 optionsLima Walking Tour71 options
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Ballestas Islands & Huacachina Dune Buggy from LimaA full-day tour from Lima combines a shared boat ride to the Ballestas Islands—home to sea lions, penguins and seabirds—with dune buggy rides and sandboarding at the Huacachina Oasis, plus lunch and a pisco tasting at a local vineyard. The guide speaks English or Spanish, pickup is included from your Lima hotel, and the day runs about 14.5 hours.Is it for me?The guide speaks English or Spanish, so you can follow the commentary comfortably in whichever language you choose—book your preference at checkout. The full day and moderate physical demands (buggy rides, sandboarding, walking on sand) suit travelers who want to move through multiple landscapes in one trip and don't mind an early start and a long day.
Lima: Huaca Pucllana & Larco Museum 4-Hour TourYou visit an adobe pyramid in central Lima, then spend two hours in the Larco Museum exploring pre-Columbian ceramics, textiles, and jewelry arranged chronologically from Moche through Inca periods. Private transport and all entry fees are included, with hotel pickup and return built in so you don't arrange logistics yourself. The whole thing takes four hours.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see Lima's pre-Inca and pre-Columbian history in one morning without arranging your own transport or buying tickets separately — the fixed four-hour window and included pickup mean you can land, rest, and be ready to go without planning logistics.
Lima: Larco Museum Guided Tour & Hotel PickupYou're picked up from your Lima hotel and driven to the Larco Museum, where a knowledgeable guide walks you through 45,000 pre-Columbian artifacts—gold, silver, textiles, and pottery spanning 5,000 years. You'll see the museum's famous erotic art gallery and learn the stories behind pieces most travelers miss on their own. Hotel drop-off is included, and the whole day fits into one afternoon.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see Lima's most important pre-Columbian collection without arranging your own transport or navigating the museum alone—the guide and small-group format mean you understand what you're looking at instead of just walking past it.
Humantay Lake Day Hike from Cusco: Small Group Eco TourYou’ll hike with a local guide to Humantay Lake, sharing breakfast in a mountain village and taking in glacier views most travelers never see. It’s a real Andes adventure—challenging but worth every step.
Lima Small Group Tour: Larco Museum, Plaza Mayor & Huaca HuallamarcaIf you want to see Lima’s real highlights without missing those little local moments—a snack at a tucked-away café, stories from an expert guide—this tour packs it in without feeling rushed.
Lima, Paracas & Ica: Private tour with Ballestas Islands + hotelYou’ll wander Lima’s historic streets and catacombs, cruise out to see sea lions at Ballestas Islands, race across Huacachina’s dunes by buggy, and taste pisco at an old hacienda—all with a local guide handling every detail. This private tour from Lima includes hotels and transfers so you can just focus on what you’re feeling in each moment—a mix of surprise, laughter, maybe even awe—that stays with you long after.
Puno: Uros Floating Islands Cultural Tour & Reed CuttingYou cut totora reeds from the lake and help lay them on the island's surface, set up traditional fishing nets, and try on Uro clothing while community members walk you through weaving, jewelry-making, and boat-building. Hotel pickup is included, and the guide handles all logistics, so you arrive ready to work.Is it for me?Book this if you want to understand how the Uros actually live rather than observe them from a distance—the hands-on work is what makes that possible, and the small-group format keeps the islands feeling like a home, not a stage.
Paragliding Flights Pimentel Peru: 10-12 Min Coastal FlightParagliding flights in Pimentel are tandem flights with certified pilots over Las Rocas Beach, where you see the pier and seawall from above during a 10 to 12 minute flight. The experience includes a safety briefing, helmet, harness, float vest and an HD video recording of the flight. A Spanish-speaking guide leads the activity, and the entire experience—briefing, flight and landing—takes about 15 minutes.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see the Peruvian coast from the air without arranging your own equipment or pilot certification—the certified team handles the flight while you experience the altitude and the view.
Bike Tour Lima: Huaca Pucllana to Los Pantanos de VillaThis bike tour through Lima starts at the Huaca Pucllana archaeological complex in Miraflores and covers five hours of riding through neighborhoods and natural sites, ending with a boat ride through Los Pantanos de Villa wildlife refuge. The guide is specialized in nature and speaks English, Spanish or Italian. A minimum of 18 years old is required, and you'll need moderate fitness for the cycling distance; the operator provides the bike, helmet, reflective vest, bottled water and a bird identification card.Is it for me?Choose this bike tour if you want to cover Lima's coastal neighborhoods and archaeological sites in a single ride, then finish with a boat excursion into Los Pantanos de Villa wildlife refuge where you'll see over 210 bird species most city visitors miss.
Ballestas Islands and Paracas Reserve tour from ParacasA full-day tour from Paracas that combines a two-hour boat excursion to the Ballestas Islands—home to sea lions, migratory birds and Humboldt penguins—with a guided visit to Paracas National Reserve, where you walk to the Cathedral rock formation, visit Red and Yumaque beaches, and stop at Flamencos viewpoint. Hotel pickup is included; the guide speaks English and Spanish. National park entrance and meals are separate.Is it for me?Book this tour if you want both the marine wildlife of the Ballestas Islands and the coastal geology of Paracas National Reserve in a single day—the fixed itinerary and included guide mean the two parts connect without you arranging transport between them or navigating the reserve on your own.
Lima Small-Group Bike Tour: Miraflores, Barranco & San IsidroA small-group bike tour of Lima that covers Miraflores, Barranco and San Isidro in one morning, led by a local guide in English or Spanish. You ride along the Pacific coastline, through historic olive groves, past the pre-Inca Huaca Pucllana pyramid, and into Barranco's artistic streets—with frequent stops for photos, stories and a cereal bar. The tour includes the bike, helmet and bottled water; groups stay small enough that the guide can adjust the pace and answer questions as you go.Is it for me?The tour moves at an easy pace with plenty of stops, so it works for anyone who wants to see Lima's neighborhoods without the effort of planning the route or navigating on their own. If you prefer a faster-paced ride or want to cycle independently, look for a self-guided rental instead.
Cusco & Machu Picchu: 5-Day Sacred Valley & Salt MinesYou get airport pickup, a full city tour of Cusco's archaeological sites, two days in the Sacred Valley with Pisaq and Ollantaytambo, an early-morning visit to Machu Picchu with a 2.5-hour guided tour, and a separate day exploring Moray's agricultural terraces and the Maras salt mines. All transport, trains, entry fees, three-star hotel stays, and guides are included; you just show up at pickup times and follow the schedule.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see Cusco's main archaeological sites, the Sacred Valley ruins, and Machu Picchu without arranging trains, tickets, or timing yourself — the fixed five-day schedule and included guide handle all of that, leaving you to show up and walk.
Ayacucho: Millpu Waterfalls & Turquoise Pools Day TripYou ride in an air-conditioned vehicle to the Millpu trailhead, then walk thirty minutes through Ayacucho's canyon to reach the turquoise natural pools and staggered waterfalls. The pools are cold and layered, fed by small falls from above. You return the same way, with the vehicle waiting at the start of the trail.Is it for me?Right for travelers with moderate fitness who want to see Ayacucho's canyon pools without arranging their own transport — the vehicle handles the drive, leaving you to focus on the walk and the water.
Puno: Uros Floating Islands Tour & Totora Raft RideYou arrive by boat at a reed island where your guide explains the Uros way of life, then walk among the homes and plants. A totora raft ride to another island is optional and costs extra. You'll have time to photograph and buy from local vendors before returning to Puno by mid-afternoon.Is it for me?Book this if you're curious about how people live on water and want a guide to explain it rather than wander alone—the half-day length and included transport mean you're not spending the whole day arranging logistics.
Cusco: Inca Museum, Qorikancha & San Pedro Market WalkYou walk through Cusco's historic center with a private guide, visiting the Inca Museum's collection of textiles and ceramics, standing inside Qorikancha where Inca and colonial architecture overlap, and ending at San Pedro Market where locals shop and eat. All entrance fees are included, and the half-day pace leaves you acclimatized and oriented without wiping you out before heading to the mountains.Is it for me?Right for travelers who want to understand Cusco's layout and history without rushing, and who'd rather have a guide navigate the market and explain the architecture than figure it out alone. The private format and half-day length make it a natural choice if you're arriving in the city and need to acclimatize before heading to higher elevations.
8-Day Private Cusco, Sacred Valley & Machu Picchu TourYou’ll walk ancient Inca paths, taste real Andean food, see Machu Picchu at sunrise, cross a living Inca bridge—and get stories from locals who know these places inside out.
Lima Electric Bicycle Tour: Miraflores to BarrancoThis electric bicycle tour covers 13 kilometers through Lima's most visited neighborhoods, from Kennedy Park in Miraflores to the art and culture of Barranco, with a professional guide leading the route. The tour includes an electric bike with safety features and bottled water; a guide fluent in English or Spanish meets you at the start and leads stops at Love Park, Salazar Park, the Villena Rey bridge, Marcahuasi viewpoint, and Federico Villareal Park. The ride takes roughly three hours and suits all fitness levels because the electric motor handles the pedaling power—you steer and brake.Is it for me?Choose this if you want to cover Lima's coastal neighborhoods by e-bike rather than walking or regular cycling—the motor handles the hills while your guide navigates, leaving you to absorb the views and stories.
Pachacamac Lima: Inca Temple & Museum with Hotel PickupYou get hotel pickup and drop-off from central Lima, a 31km drive to Pachacamac's adobe temples, a guided walk through six major structures including the Temple of the Sun and Pachacamac Palace, entry to the on-site museum, and snacks during the tour. The guide is local and knowledgeable; the group stays under seven travelers, so the pace stays manageable and questions get answered.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see one of Peru's most important Pre-Hispanic sites without arranging your own transport or navigating the site alone — the guide explains what each temple was for and why pilgrims traveled here, which turns the adobe walls from ruins into a story.
Lima Food Tour: Markets, Ceviche & Barranco with Local GuideThis 3.5-hour food tour of Lima takes you through Surquillo Market and the main Fish Market in Chorrillos, tasting ceviche, causa rellena, and picarones along the way, then ends in Barranco's bohemian district. A local guide in English or Spanish explains the fishing industry, the cultural roots of each dish, and the history of Lima's most artistic neighborhood. Pickup is included from Miraflores, Barranco, San Isidro or Lima Center, and the tour welcomes children from age 5.Is it for me?Book this tour if you're traveling in a small group and want to move through Lima's food culture with someone who knows the markets, the fishermen, and the stories behind each dish—not a cooking class or a restaurant hop, but the real supply chain and the neighborhoods that built it.
Lima Small-Group Bike Tour: Miraflores & BarrancoA small-group bike tour through Lima's Miraflores and Barranco neighborhoods, where you ride scenic clifftop paths and explore colorful streets with a local guide, comfortable bikes and plenty of stops for photos and stories. The tour runs three hours with a maximum of twelve riders, so the pace stays relaxed and the group stays tight. Live guides speak English and Spanish; the minimum age is twelve.Is it for me?The guide leads in English or Spanish, so pick the language that matches your comfort level—either way, the small group size means you'll hear every story and never get left behind on the route.
