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Explore Peru, Bolivia, Chile & Amazon in 17 Days
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19 January 2027
From, per person6,420.00 USD
Explore 6 South American Countries in 16 Days
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12 January 2027
From, per person6,940.00 USD
Explore South America: 16-Day Tour Adventure
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3 December 2026
From, per person6,970.00 USD
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MBD Travel Lima Guide
More than a list of sights: a practical guide to planning the order of your trip, choosing where to stay and adapting the plan to the season.
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Lima Guide 2026
Lima is the capital and largest city of Peru, on the Pacific coast on the Rímac River. Its historic centre, founded by the Spanish, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, while the cliff-top district of Miraflores is known for ocean-facing parks and restaurants. It is a common arrival and departure point for Peru tours.
What to see in Lima
- The historic centre and San Francisco Monastery: Spanish-era squares and the monastery.
- Miraflores and the coastal walk: clifftop parks facing the ocean.
- The Larco Museum: a collection of pre-Columbian ceramics and crafts.
- Peruvian food: a dining scene known for ceviche and the restaurants around it.
When to go
From January to March the weather is warm, with highs of 24 to 25 degrees. From June to September it is cool and cloudy, with highs of 19 to 20. Rain is almost absent, at most 16 millimetres a month. The winter sky is mostly overcast.
Getting there from Turkey
Lima is part of MBD's Peru and South America tours, in days such as "Lima, City of Kings", "Meeting Lima" and "Lima to Cusco". The tours run 8 to 27 nights and leave Istanbul with Turkish Airlines. Dates and prices are on the tour page.
Who it suits
Food and museum lovers, and travellers entering the Machu Picchu route through Lima. If you want a beach holiday, the coast is cool and windy.
Questions people ask
Where can I stay in Lima? MBD lists AC Hotel Lima Miraflores, Doubletree By Hilton Lima Miraflores El Pardo, Manto Hotel Lima - MGallery, Pullman Lima Miraflores, Radisson Hotel Decapolis Miraflores and Sheraton Lima Hotel & Convention Center, all 5-star.
How many days do I need? Two days for the centre and Miraflores.
How do I get to Cusco? The tours include a transfer day from Lima to Cusco.
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