Forbidden Tours Peru: 8 Thrilling Tours Beyond a Cellphone Screen

4.8
(21 reviews)
Lima, Peru

3 to 4 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

Customized to You:

- Fully tailored foodie adventure — your choices, your pace.

- Taste authentic street food, fresh ceviche, local snacks, and sip pisco like a local.

- Every stop curated for flavor, fun, and cultural immersion.

- Capture your journey with professional video reels, including drone shots and AI-enhanced frames.

- Walk hidden streets, explore murals, interact with vendors, and see neighborhoods tourists never do.

- Guides speak vernacular English, work on a tip-only basis, and focus on genuine experiences.

- Local prices, real portions, full flexibility — you pay only for what you eat or drink.

IMPORTANT TO READ:
We work on tip-only basis. At the end of the tour, gratuities are well accepted.

What's Included

Pro-shot video of your adventure with drone and AI enhancement video
Expert Licensed guide (English) no walking enciclopedia
Only local places, you wont see tourists around
Meals & Drinks not included: Dishes priced between 6 and 50 soles — served in big portions of mouthwatering Peruvian flavors. Just like Peruvians like it!
Tour operates solely on a FAIR tip-only basis.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
You can choose from multiple locations at checkout.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 3 to 4 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    Stop 1: Intro speech at Meeting Point: Mac Barranco. After booking, we’ll send you a short form to choose the dishes you want to try. Based on your choices, your guide will show you the places you’ll visit during the tour. During the intro speech, your guide will explain the tour, share safety tips, and outline the customized tour we previously prepared.

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Barranco

    Stop 2: Emoliente – Sip an Ancestral Elixir (1 drink is enough for 4 guests) Time to drink like the locals — and the ancestors! At this stop, we’ll try emoliente, a traditional Peruvian herbal drink packed with natural ingredients from the Andes and Amazon. It’s warm, healing, and made with a blend of herbs that showcase the incredible biodiversity of Peru. Not just a drink — it’s a potion passed down from Inca times, believed to cure everything from a cold to heartbreak. Let’s toast to your health — Peruvian style!

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3

    Stop 3: Traditional Peruvian Breakfast (portion for 3 guests) in Old Santiago de Surco We’ll head into the oldest part of Barranco, the historic Santiago de Surco district, to enjoy a classic Peruvian breakfast at a beloved local joint — the kind of place only locals know about. On the menu: Chicharrón – crispy, deep-fried pork Camote frito – golden sweet potato slices Salsa criolla – a zesty onion and lime topping Tamal – soft, savory corn dough filled with seasoned meat Freshly brewed Peruvian coffee and toasted bread to round it out ✨ It’s a full-on feast, just like Sundays at grandma’s house — bold, comforting, and unforgettable.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4

    Stop 4: Chinese-Peruvian Flavors at a True Cantonese Chifa (1 Portion enough for 3 guests) Next, we visit an exclusive, family-run Chifa where the owners — straight from Canton — have brought authentic recipes to life in Lima. ✨ A crash course in culinary history — served with soy sauce and soul.

    40 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 5

    Stop 5: Explore the Neighborhood, Pro Video and drone flight Moments. (Included) Explore hidden streets, murals, and local corners Capture your adventure with a professional video reel Includes drone flights and AI-enhanced frames for cinematic shots Your guide helps you get epic photos and videos as you walk

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 6

    ☕ Stop 6. Optional stop: Coffee Break at a Historic Café (cup per guests) For those who want to slow down, we’ll stop at an old-school coffee shop packed with history from Santiago de Surco’s past — a place where stories linger as long as the aroma. The coffee? Sourced straight from the Peruvian jungle, rich, bold, and proudly local. ✨ A perfect pause to sip, reflect, and soak in the heritage.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 7

    Stop 7: Local Market Adventure – Shop Like a Local Time to dive into the real everyday Peru! We’ll visit a traditional local market, bustling with color, sounds, and the smell of fresh herbs and ripe fruit. Mingle with locals buying ingredients for lunch, and pick out your own products — veggies, meats, spices — at local prices, just like a true vecino. ✨ What you buy is what you’ll cook — freedom, freshness, and full-on flavor.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 8

    Stop 8: Ceviche Experience (1 portion enough for 3 guests - ) Enjoy a fresh ceviche tasting at a local spot Learn the proper way to eat it to get the best flavors Your guide shares tips and local insights about the dish Food & drinks not included; you pay for what you choose

    40 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 9
    Barranco

    Stop 10 – Pisco Sour Experience (1 glass per guest) Sip a classic Peruvian Pisco Sour at a historic bar Learn how it’s crafted from a local expert — shake, stir, and taste like a pro Discover the story and culture behind Peru’s most famous cocktail

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 10

    Return & Wrap-Up Return to the Mac Barranco meeting point Your guide shares tips, recommendations, and insider advice for the rest of your Lima adventure Get an average estimate of when your pro video (with drone and AI-enhanced frames) will be ready Guides work on a tip-only basis, ensuring the highest quality experience

    5 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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