iStyle Lima 4-Day

Itinerary

Day 1 Arrive in Lima

You will be met at the Airport by your G.A.P Adventures Experience Officer and transfered to your centrally located hotel in Lima. The G.A.P Adventures Experience Officer will go over the details of your stay and arrange your choice of tours. Enjoy the rest of the day in Lima at leisure.Known as the City of Kings, Peru’s capital city Lima was founded by Francisco Pizarro on the Day of the Three Kings (Epiphany) in 1535. The Plaza de Armas is the heart of old Lima, and it is here you find the Cathedral, Government Palace and Archbishop’s Palace. The Cathedral dates back to the 1700s and houses the remains of the conquistador Pizarro. To get a feel for colonial Lima, take a cab to the Plaza de Armas and watch the changing of the Palace Guard at noon. Walk the streets surrounding the Jirón de la Unión for great examples of Spanish-colonial architecture and to get a taste for life in a large South American city. There are many fine museums in and around the city, including the Museo Rafael Larco Herrera, which houses an equally impressive collection of pottery, mummies and textiles from the Paracas and Nazca cultures. The more affluent districts of Miraflores, Barranco and San Isidro, which are on the coast, offer good nightlife and cafés. Limeños (Lima’s residents) are friendly, and the city is filled with excellent restaurants; seafood lovers in particular should be sure to try a ceviche, for which Lima is well known.

Day 2 - 3 Lima

2 tours are included in your iStyle tour over the next two days, from ancient ruins, world class museums, shopping or surfing, iStyle travel allows you to choice tours and activities that are of interest to you.Tours you can choose from are:City TourLearn for yourself why Lima is known as "The City of Kings" on this half-day tour of the city's highlights and vast history including; The Plaza de Armas in the heart of old Lima, where you find the Cathedral, Government Palace and Archbishop's Palace. Also visit some of the more affluent coastal districts which can include Miraflores, Barranco and San Isidro.Departures: DailyMuseo de la NacionConsidered to be the premier museum of Peru, this is a must-see for those with an interest in archaeology, with relics dating from as early as 10,000 BC up to the Incan Empire. This tour is the best way to get an overview of Peru’s vast archaeological, historical and cultural heritageDepartures: Everyday excluding MondaysPachacamacPay homage to Pachacamac, "Creator of Land and Time" at this pre-Hispanic Centre located in the desert just north of Lima. Travel out into the desert to explore the archaeological citadel of Pachacamac, who’s deity was believed to be the creator of the universe and a divinity adored by old Andean civilizations. A sacred and ceremonial site dating back to the beginnings of Christianity where thousands of pilgrims converged to pay tribute and consult the Pachacamac oracle, whom they believed could see the past, future and people’s fateDepartures: DailyParacas Peninsula and Islas BallestasTravel south on this full day excursion, through the stark desert to the beautiful seaside resort area of Paracas. Enjoy the changing desert landscapes and stunning views of the sparkling Pacific as we approach the penninsula. Spectacular wildlife viewing awaits, including ocean Birds, penguins and sea lions who live on the islands which are reached by a thrilling speedboat ride.Departures: DailyNote: This tour departs very early in the morning and returns late at nightCaral RuinsTravel north on this full day excursion, into the desert, to explore the sacred ruins of Caral. Older than even the Pyramids of Egypt, this is thought to be the oldest city in the Americas. On 27 April 2001 came the stunning announcement in the journal Science that the emergence of urban life and complex agriculture in the New World occurred nearly a millennium earlier than previously believed. Radiocarbon dates from the mysterious city show that monumental architecture there was under construction as early as 2627 B.C., before ceramics and maize were introduced to the region. (By comparison, the Great Pyramid of Khufu in Egypt was built between 2600 and 2480 B.C.).Departures: DailyShop till you DropA mecca for shopaholics, Lima has everything and anything for those in search of gifts, trinkets and artisan goods. On this half-day excursion, discover the best bargains on toy llamas, alpaca blankets and clothing and jewellry at local markets, unique shops and artisan galleries with the help of our guides.Departures: Daily

Day 4 Depart Lima

Enjoy the day at your leisure, until transfer to the airport for your flight home.

Trip Details

Accommodation	Simple Hotel (3 nts)
Departure	Departs any day
Group Size	No Minimum
Included Highlights	3 Nights Accommodation, Transfers, 2 tours
Local Payment	N/A
StartFinish	ex Lima
Transport	Transfers in car, van or shuttle
Brochure Intro	With many remaining relics of its historic past but no shortage of choices, Lima, the City of Kings, is the perfect place for iStyle.You have the choice of which tours to experience in this vibrant and cosmopolitan city.

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