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The City of Kings
From the majestic waves of the Pacific Ocean to Pre-Columbian temples to a city skyline, Lima, Peru is a sophisticated
city with a civilization that dates back thousands of years.
Known as the “City of Kings’, Lima has a wealth of museums, art galleries, eclectic neighborhoods, and some of the
world’s most critically acclaimed restaurants. Foodies, history enthusiasts, and beach-goers alike will fall in love with
the city on their luxury vacation to Lima.
Experience Lima
GASTRONOMY1 / 4
With numerous restaurants in the city ranking on the list of The World’s 50 Best Restaurants, - Lima is leading a culinary revolution both in South America and worldwide. Enjoy a ceviche at Chez Wong or experience the fusion of Nikkei at Maido, for a taste of the city’s delicious and diverse dining options.
CULTURE2 / 4
Lima is known for its rich historical and cultural past. Long before the Spaniards arrived, several other cultures including the Chancay, Chincha, Chimú, Ychsma, Collique with highly advanced skills in construction, agriculture, and arts settled the area of today's Lima. Now, the city is filled with UNESCO World Heritage Sites, quirky art galleries, churches and trendy neighborhoods and museums - all worth paying a visit on your luxury tour to Lima.
ADVENTURE3 / 4
Looking to chase some thrills in the City of Kings? This coastal city has plenty to offer adventure lovers who love activities on Peru’s incredible coastline as well as those looking to try their hand at some unique action-sports. Parasail over the stunning coast in Miraflores or visit Punta Hermosa beach to catch the surf. Adventure enthusiasts can also raft along the mighty Lunahuana river or sandboard and offroad their way through the other-worldly National Park Lomas de Ancón.
WELLNESS4 / 4
Rest, reset, recharge - we all live such fast-paced lives that it's essential to take time out of our busy schedules to energize the mind, body, and soul - and there’s no better place to do this than Lima. Indulge in a variety of wellness retreats with unique holistic goals. Whether you are working on improved eating and sleeping patterns, reducing stress and detoxing the body, or reconnecting with your higher self spiritually, there is an experience that will meet your needs.
BROWSE THROUGH SAMPLE
Signature Peru Itineraries
Our custom-designed itineraries are suited to the needs and
preferences of each traveler, every time.
When booking a luxury vacation to Peru, we’ll keep your travel goals in mind – whether you’re looking to experience the
biodiversity of the Amazon, eat your way through Lima, or explore the Inca city of Machu Picchu – Peru has something
for everyone and our travel designers are eager to craft the perfect trip for your luxury vacation to Peru.
THE AMAZON & MACHU PICCHU
10D / 9N
Discover Peru’s most bucket-list-worthy destinations. Explore a blend of magnificent, unspoiled nature and fascinating historic…
SIGNATURE PERU & BEYOND
9D / 8N
Embrace the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to explore the most incredible destinations in a luxury tour of Peru. Walk on sacred grounds…
MACHU PICCHU LUXURY TOUR
8D / 7N
Masters of farming, engineering geniuses, and creators of a religion that combined features of animism and nature worship…
DISCOVER SOUTHERN PERU
13D / 12N
Explore the fascinating history and vibrant scenery of southern Peru, a destination unlike any other. Dine on authentic cuisine…
THE AMAZON, MACHU PICCHU
& LAKE TITICACA
12D / 11N
A fantasy adventure awaits you in Peru, exploring the Amazon, Machu Picchu & Lake Titicaca all at once! From the lush Amazon…
THE ULTIMATE LUXURY
AMAZON CRUISE
11D / 10N
Set sail on a luxury Amazon cruise down a mythical river, exploring the world’s largest tropical rainforest: the Amazon jungle…
PERU FAMILY TOUR
8D / 7N
Embark on the ultimate family vacation to Peru, discovering the best family-friendly destinations throughout this fascinating…
A JOURNEY THROUGH A
FABLED PAST
12D / 11N
Uncover the secrets of Machu Picchu with a hidden gem excursion retracing the original Inca path stemming from Cusco. Discover…
CROSSROADS OF HISTORY
10D / 9N
Venture into the heart of the ancient Inca Empire as you challenge yourself to complete the legendary Inca Trail to Machu Picchu…
ROMANTIC ANDEAN GETAWAY
12D / 11N
As a country, Peru brims with romantic sentiment musically, gastronomically, and geographically. The Andes alone is an…
PERU ADVENTURE TOUR
11D / 10N
Regal mountains loom over a fertile valley that follows an ancient river, waters of which whisper colorful stories of Inca glory and…
SAVORING PERU’S CULINARY
TREASURES
10D / 9N
Peruvian cuisine has been made famous by the likes of world-renowned Peruvian chefs Gaston Acurio and Virgilio Martinez, and is…
DISCOVER THE
Best Time To Travel
Peru’s capital is considered at its best and most beautiful in summer (December-March)
when the beaches fill up by day and the bars spill out into the streets by night.
Though if you’re headed to Lima as your first stop on a tour to Machu Picchu, you may want to come from June to
August, winter season as this is the driest time to hike to Machu Picchu. Luckily, there are plenty of festivals between
July and October to enjoy in the colder months.
BEST MONTHS TO VISIT
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Insider Tips
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With on the ground experts proudly born and raised in Peru, the Kuoda team
knows the ins and outs of the country as locals, and the best way to
experience it as travel industry experts.
WHAT TO SEE AND DO1 / 5
Visit A Local Food Market and Take A Cooking and Cocktail Class Experiencing Lima’s world-class cooking in a restaurant is a must-do experience, but for foodies looking to get their hands on some of Peru’s most coveted recipes and mixology lessons. You’ll get the opportunity to visit a local food market that sources ingredients from all over the country before joining your local chef in creating popular dishes like ceviche, arroz con pollo, chaufa and more. Don’t forget to also take a mixology lesson and learn how to make Peru’s most famous drink - the Pisco sour.
WHAT TO SEE AND DO2 / 5
Visit Larco Museum The Museo Larco was established in 1926 by Rafael Larco Hoyle, a pioneer of Peruvian archaeology, and it houses a fascinating collection of pre-Columbian art composed of around 45,000 objects. Situated in an 18th-century viceroyalty mansion and surrounded by beautiful gardens, the Museo Larco is a space that stimulates and inspires, where it is possible to enjoy and learn more about the fascinating history of ancient Peru. Visitors can walk between shelves containing 30,000 cataloged Incan, Andean and Pre-Columbian artifacts or stroll through the lush, colorful gardens with flowers that adorn every corner of the Museo Larco and the park outside.
WHAT TO SEE AND DO3 / 5
Bike Through Barranco and Miraflores The expansive coastal views from Miraflores to Barranco are best experienced on a bike. Pedal your way through the palm tree-lined paths of these two popular neighborhoods and enjoy sweeping views of the Pacific Ocean - including some of the world’s most spectacular coastal sunsets. Take part of your bike ride along the Malecon, a smoothly paved path that follows the natural curves of Lima’s coastal cliffside, the malecón is an iconic part of Peru’s capital. Covering roughly 2 miles, the malecón extends through Barranco and Miraflores - two of the city’s most impressive neighborhoods.
WHAT TO SEE AND DO4 / 5
Visit Lima’s Historic Center Not only is the historic center of Lima, or Lima’s Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, but it is also the perfect place to experience Peruvian culture both past and present. On foot, visitors can stroll the center’s beautiful squares and the intricately/lavish gold-leaf decorated church interiors and Baroque, Rococo and Neoclassical style, admire the imposing mansion houses with their colonial and republican balconies; or see one of the many churches filled with priceless works of art. The Historic Center is also filled with many restaurants and bars offering countless traditional experiences and flavors.
WHAT TO SEE AND DO5 / 5
Visit Huaca Pucllana Site Museum Huaca Pucllana or is a great adobe and clay pyramid located in the Miraflores district of central Lima, Peru, built from seven staggered platforms. With the intended purpose of having the elite clergymen express their complete religious power and ability to control the use of all the natural water resources of the zone, a great pyramid was constructed in the Huaca. The pyramid once served as an important ceremonial and administrative center for the Lima Culture in the region. There is a plaza that surrounds the structure and a large wall dividing it into separate sections. A section of the plaza has benches and deep pits. Inside of this section is where they would perform ceremonies as well as make their sacrifices and offerings.
WHERE TO EAT1 / 5
Central Chefs Virgilio Martínez and Pía León’s flagship restaurant, Central, is ranked in the World’s Best 50 Restaurants, and is a celebration of Peruvian cuisine and culture. The menu features ingredients hand selected from each of Peru’s unique landscapes, using history and tradition to inspire how each dish is prepared. Guests will be swept on a journey through time and across ecosystems while enjoying a seasonal tasting menu. Whether you’re craving fresh seafood from the Amazon, or indulgent pork belly from the heart of Peru, Central honors the nation's gastronomy beautifully.
WHERE TO EAT2 / 5
Maido From a native-born Peruvian with Japanese origins comes Maido, a unique restaurant known for Nikkei Cuisine. Chef Mitsuharu Tsumura’s nikkei innovations are a crossover of his own identities, uniting two culinary worlds that were born on opposite sides of the globe. Local ingredients meet Japanese techniques, making up a one-of-a-kind dining experience that earned a spot in the top ten of the World’s 50 Best restaurants. Maido is for those fascinated by the evolution of food and looks to the past for inspiration for the future.
WHERE TO EAT3 / 5
Isolina This old tavern in the bohemian neighborhood of Barranco, owned by chef José del Castillo, offers traditional and homey recipes from Lima. Isolina’s star, the ceviche, is a classic Peruvian ceviche made with the freshest catch, boiled sweet potato, red onion, canchita, choclo, and a perfectly battered fried octopus that adds a touch of elegance to this dish. For those looking to try ceviche which feels like the home-style cooking of a Peruvian grandmother with the accolades and recognition of the culinary community - try it here.
WHERE TO EAT4 / 5
Astrid & Gastón The flagship project of chef Gastón Acurio and his German chocolatier wife Astrid Gutsche -- herself once named the world's best pastry chef -- who he met while studying in Paris's Cordon Bleu culinary school, is now housed in a spacious 17th-century hacienda decorated in a modern, minimalist style. Acurio remains the father of contemporary Peruvian cuisine, having both championed the country's rich tradition of home cooking and been the first to tweak it with haute cuisine flourishes on an international stage. Astrid & Gastón offers a tasting menu that is a tour de force as it takes diners on a brisk journey across Peru's exhilarating history and geography.
WHERE TO EAT5 / 5
La Mar
If you know about Peruvian cuisine from one dish, its ceviche - and few places are more notable in Peru’s capital city for ceviche than La Mar. Chef and Founder Gaston Acurio opened this buzzing upscale cevicheria to pay homage to the Pacific ocean. Beyond the fresh, classical ceviches include the restaurant’s El Festival De La Mar - a family-style dish featuring fresh lobster, juicy prawns, sea urchin, crab, and many other shellfish served with a selection of homemade sauces. If you’re trying to decide what to get here - know you can never go wrong with a classic ceviche - it's popular for a reason here.
In a bustling part of Lima, Miraflores, La Mar is the perfect destination for diners to enjoy seafood right by the source and experience Limeño dining at its finest. The restaurant has a no-reservations policy, which also means there is a good chance of a table, even if there is a line.
WHERE TO STAY1 / 4
Hotel B - Relais & Châteaux A cross between modern and classic, Hotel B houses its own unique art collection with over 300 original works of art and installations spread throughout the premises. In-depth curated tours are available for the public. The hotel is adorned with pillars and balconies and topped by an elegant roof terrace with Pacific Ocean views. The Peruvian tapas restaurant band bar serve tapas versions of the city’s most loved dishes and the bar is known for its variety of gin based cocktails - we suggest the B Gin Fizz. The rooftop is perfect for watching a view of the iconic Pacific coastline during sunset, with a cocktail in hand.
WHERE TO STAY2 / 4
Belmond Miraflores Park If you're looking for a luxury hotel stay in the heart of Miraflores' action, live the high life at Miraflores Park, a Belmond Hotel. The hotel stands tall and proud along the beautiful Malecon clifftop park with incredible coastal views. With its prime location in Lima’s most glitzy neighborhood, shopping at the nearby Lacomar and access to Lima’s top rated restaurants is a breeze. Zest Spa uses products sourced from the Peruvian Amazon.The hotel features refined decor throughout the property, with 89 elegant rooms as suites. The Presidential category even offers private plunge pools with epic ocean views.
WHERE TO STAY3 / 4
Atemporal Atemporal offers an intimate city escape with just nine hotel rooms in a revamped Tudor-style 1940s mansion. Recently, the hotel was refurbished to preserve its original features but provide a modern twist to the impressive mansion. While the high ceilings and authentic wooden floors transmit a sense of the manor's history, the modernist touches sit well with the contemporary flair. Some of the hotel’s most notable amenities include a hotel car and nightly cocktail hour. Sophisticated design and thoughtful details abound in the veranda, garden, and inside guest rooms. Atemporal truly feels like more of a lived-in home than a hotel.
WHERE TO STAY4 / 4
Casa Republica, Barranco Casa Republica Barranco opened in December 2018, after a $5 million renovation of a mansion built in the 1920s, this stately, elegant boutique hotel is a welcome addition to the accommodation scene in Lima's artsy and increasingly sophisticated Barranco neighborhood. Casa Republica Barranco Boutique Hotel has a restaurant, free bikes, a bar, and a garden in Lima. Boasting family rooms, this property also provides guests with a terrace. Stay at the elegant Casa Barranco while you get a feel for one of Lima’s most bohemian neighborhoods. This is one of the most interesting areas for exploring modern Peruvian culture, surrounded by the art of up-and-coming Limeños.
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