Departure times
- Departure from the port: 8:00 AM (back around 5:30 PM)
Full day
Private Shore Excursion: Historic Lima & Larco Museum
Essentials at a glance
- Duration
- 10 h
- Type
- Private
- Departures
- 08:00
- Meeting point
- Callao Port, Gate 3
- Languages
- English & Spanish
- Cancellation
- Free up to 24 hours before
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$175per adult · privateBook
The experience
Why you’ll love this
A private day ashore planned around your ship. Walk from Plaza San Martín to the Plaza Mayor, descend into the San Francisco catacombs and pass Pasaje Santa Rosa and Santo Domingo. After lunch at Café del Museo, explore the Larco Museum’s galleries of ancient ceramics, textiles, gold and silver, spanning 5,000 years.
Tip: share your ship’s name and arrival time when you book so we can follow its schedule.
Highlights · Private
- Private guide and transport from the port
- Descend into the San Francisco Catacombs
- Lunch at Café del Museo Larco
- Explore the Larco Museum’s treasures
Step by step
Your route
Callao Port, Gate 3
Your private guide meets you at the main port entrance at 8:00 AM.
Plaza San Martín & Jirón de la Unión
The Gran Hotel Bolívar, the Teatro Colón and Lima’s once most prestigious boulevard.
Plaza Mayor
The Government Palace, the Cathedral, the Archbishop’s Palace and the Municipal Palace.
San Francisco Monastery & Catacombs
Historic cloisters and the famous underground catacombs.
Pasaje Santa Rosa
The Taulichusco stone and the statue of Francisco Pizarro, founder of the city.
Santo Domingo
A panoramic view of one of Lima’s most important churches and convents.
Lunch at Café del Museo
Peruvian flavors at Café del Museo Larco or a similar restaurant.
Larco Museum
An 18th-century mansion housing one of Peru’s finest private collections of ancient art.
Gold, silver & masterpieces
Ceremonial objects and jewelry that reveal the artistry of ancient Peruvian cultures.
Back to Callao Port
A private transfer back to the port, with ample time before your ship departs.
Everything taken care of
What’s included · Private
- Round-trip transfer from Callao Port
- Professional driver and air-conditioned transport
- Private official bilingual guide (English and Spanish)
- All entrance tickets
- Three-course lunch at Café del Museo or similar, with a pisco sour, water and a hot drink
- Bottled water or a local treat
Not included · Private
- Drinks other than water
- Tips (optional, at your discretion)
- Personal expenses and souvenirs
Good to know before you go
Plan your day with confidence
Meeting point
- Meet at Callao Port, Gate 3
- Aduana Marítima, Av. Guardia Chalaca 191, Callao – Gate 3 (APM Terminals main entrance). Due to port security rules, we can’t pick you up inside the terminal or dock area.
- Taking your cruise line’s shuttle into the city? We can meet you at the shuttle stop instead (Inka Market, Plaza Cívica, Larcomar or another official point). Just share the details in advance.
- If your ship’s arrival time changes, contact us as soon as possible and we’ll adjust your excursion.
What to bring
- Comfortable clothes and walking shoes
- Sunglasses
- Sunscreen
- A hat
- A bottle of water
- A charged camera or phone
Important information
- This is a private tour for your group only.
- Minimum 2 travelers per booking.
- A 50% surcharge applies on Peruvian national holidays due to higher operating costs and staff availability.
- Please let us know in advance about any dietary restrictions, food allergies, mobility needs or special requests so we can give you the best possible experience.
- Card declined? Ask your bank to enable international online purchases. If it still fails, write to us and we will give you another payment method.
Clear before you confirm
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the tour. This is a private experience for your group only. You’ll receive your confirmation email within 15 minutes.
Frequently asked questions
Where do we meet?
At the main entrance of Callao Port, Gate 3 (Aduana Marítima, Av. Guardia Chalaca 191). If you take your cruise line’s shuttle, we can meet you at the shuttle stop instead.
Will I be back in time for my ship?
Yes. We plan every shore excursion around your ship’s schedule and bring you back to Callao Port with ample time before departure.
How does pricing work?
It’s a private tour, and the price per person drops as your group grows: US$180 for 1–3 travelers, US$160 for 4–6 and US$140 for 7–12.
What is the cancellation policy?
You can cancel free of charge up to 24 hours before the tour.
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