About this experience
Join us on an unforgettable journey through Peru’s ancient history. Visit Pachacamac, a sacred Inca and pre-Inca archaeological site that dates back more than 1,000 years. Walk through its impressive temples, pyramids, and ceremonial plazas, and learn about the civilizations that once flourished along Peru’s central coast.
Then, continue to the renowned Larco Museum, recognized as one of the Top 25 Museums in the World. Explore its extraordinary collection of gold and silver artifacts, ceramics, textiles, and ancient treasures, which beautifully showcase Peru’s rich cultural heritage.
A perfect tour for history and archaeology enthusiasts, offering a deep insight into the country’s fascinating past.
Book now and travel back in time through Peru’s ancient wonders!
At a glance
- Duration: 8 hr
Plan your experience
Set aside 8 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Local guides to help you plan
Pre-Inca Lima: Huaca Pucllana, Larco, and the Ruins Hiding in Plain Sight
Lima sits on more archaeology than most visitors realize. A short guide to the museums and adobe pyramids worth your morning.
Larco Museum Lima Guide
Plan a visit to Lima’s Larco Museum with current ticket prices, opening hours, collection highlights, transportation advice, accessibility notes, and practical itinerary ideas.
Pachacamac Archaeological Site Guide
Plan a meaningful visit to Pachacamac, Lima’s major archaeological-and-museum destination in Lurín. Learn where it is, what to confirm before departure, how to structure the visit, and how to fit it into a Lima itinerary
What is included
- All entrance tickets for this tour
- Knowledgeable Tour Guide
- Guided tour to The Larco Museum
- Guided tour to Pachacamac Archaeological Site & Museum
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Pick up and Drop off from Lima: Miraflores, Barranco, San Isidro or Lima Center.
Not included
- No meals or beverages included
Itinerary and highlights
This archaeological site stands as one of the most significant religious centers of the ancient Inca period along Peru’s coast. It features an extraordinary complex of temples and structures that trace their origins back to around 200 A.D., representing several pre-Inca cultures. Later, the Incas constructed impressive pyramids here in honor of the Sun. Visitors can marvel at the site’s architectural precision while discovering the beliefs, customs, and traditions that shaped Peru’s early civilizations.
LUNCH: at midday there will be a break of 1 hour 30 minutes so you can have lunch. We will recommend you some good local restaurants.
Recognized among the 25 best museums in the world, this outstanding institution is housed in a beautifully restored 18th-century mansion in Lima. Its impressive collection spans over 5,000 years of ancient Peruvian history and features more than 45,000 archaeological pieces, including exquisite gold, silver, and copper jewelry, finely crafted pottery, intricate textiles, and remarkable metalwork that reflect the richness of Peru’s pre-Columbian civilizations.
Meeting and pickup information
- Pick up and drop off are only included from: Miraflores, Barranco or San Isidro districts. If you are staying outside of these areas, we will provide you a meeting point in Miraflores district to start the tour. No airport or Callao area pick up/drop off included.
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Lima Highlights Tours
Meeting points and locations
Accessibility and practical details
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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