Local market tour and Peruvian cooking class

Tour itinerary in local market and Peruvian cooking class:

Discover the secrets of Peruvian cuisine in an authentic, flavorful, and cultural experience! Designed for groups of 2 people or more, this tour combines local flavors, culinary traditions, and the charm of Lima’s everyday life.

Tour Start – 11:00 a.m.

The experience begins with hotel pickup from the districts of Miraflores, Barranco, or San Isidro (other districts available at an additional cost). Get ready to immerse yourself in a day full of flavor and tradition.

Visit to the Local Market

Accompanied by a local expert, we will explore one of Lima’s most traditional markets. We'll walk through its colorful stalls in a true sensory immersion, where aromas, colors, and textures will connect you with the essence of Peruvian cuisine.

We’ll learn about the diversity of fresh ingredients and discover why the richness of Peruvian gastronomy begins in its markets. During the visit, we’ll have a brief tasting of seasonal local fruits such as prickly pear (tuna), lucuma, pacay, or goldenberry (aguaymanto), depending on the time of year. From Andean tubers to native chili peppers and aromatic herbs, every product reveals Peru’s biodiversity and its key role in the country’s culinary identity.

On the Way to the Culinary Experience

After the market visit, we’ll walk to the place where the cooking class will take place. This short stroll will allow us to enjoy the vibrant atmosphere and the cultural richness of the neighborhood, adding a unique and picturesque touch to the experience.

Tasting of Peruvian Drinks

Before the cooking class, you’ll enjoy a tasting of traditional Peruvian drinks: passion fruit sour, chicha sour, or pisco cream. A perfect introduction to Peru’s unique flavors.

Peruvian Cooking Class

Guided by a local chef, you’ll learn step by step how to prepare one of Peru’s signature dishes of your choice:

• The flavorful and traditional Lomo Saltado, or
• The fresh and iconic Ceviche.

Both options are available in vegan or vegetarian versions upon request.

Lunch and Closing

After finishing the preparation, the best part arrives: enjoying your own creation! Savor a dish made with your own hands and the best ingredients the country has to offer.

3:00 p.m. Return to Hotel

At the end of the experience, we will take you back to your hotel or meeting point in Miraflores, Barranco, or San Isidro (other districts available at an additional cost).

Live an unforgettable experience with Guru Explorers! Learn, cook, and connect with the best of Peru through its gastronomy.

Local Market Tour and Peruvian Cooking Class Includes:

• Pickup and drop-off at hotels in Miraflores, Barranco, or San Isidro (Other districts available at an additional cost)
• Guide in Spanish, English, or Portuguese (Ask about other available languages)
• Guided visit to a traditional Lima market with complimentary fruit tasting
• Peruvian cooking class with a local chef, with the option to prepare Lomo Saltado or Ceviche
• Complimentary beverage tasting

Local market tour and Peruvian cooking class does not include:

• Tips (voluntary contribution)
• Transfers to districts not mentioned
• Meals or drinks not specified

What to bring to the Local Market Tour and Peruvian Cooking Class?

• Passport or ID card.
• Audiovisual recording devices (cell phone, camera, video cameras).
• Cash (local currency).

Considerations for Local Market Tour and Peruvian Cooking Class:

• Available starting from 2 passengers.
• Due to environmental, climatic or other factors beyond our control, the itinerary of the trip may vary. If so, we will notify you in a timely manner.
• Guru Explorers value your time and strive to respect the tour schedule; however, it may vary for reasons beyond our control (weather, natural disasters, field conditions, among other demonstrable reasons). We will do our best to offer efficient options and solutions for your enjoyment.
• Remember that, since these are outdoor activities, the natural features of the landscape may vary depending on weather conditions and the natural daylight. Each visit is an authentic experience, where nature reveals itself in unique and unrepeatable ways.

Not Allowed:

• Pets.
• Smoke.
• Large suitcases or bags.

Cancellation Policy:

• With 3 days or less notice, there will be no reimbursement.
• Between 4 and 7 days’ notice, 70% reimbursement.
• More than 7 days, 90% will be reimbursed.

Date changes:

• Fees applied for change of date in private tours: 
  • There will be no extra charge if notified more than 5 days in advance.
  • If notified between 3 and 5 days in advance, an additional charge of 20% will apply.
  • If notified 2 days or less in advance, it will not be possible to make the change and will not be subject to reimbursement.
• There will be no refund in case of delayed flights, train delays, bad weather or other external factors.

We want to be part of the experience that you will live in the Local Market Tour and Peruvian Cooking Class.

If you are still wondering why choose us, we would like you to read 7 outstanding features of our service:

1. QUALITY: When you go to a teacher, it is because you want to answer all the questions. When it comes to travel, money, time and enjoyment there is a lot to solve and that's what Guru Explorers is all about, giving you the perfect balance for the adventure you DESERVE.
2. EXPERIENCE: To become Guru Explorers, we are still world travelers, but experts in Cusco, Lima, and the most important destinations in Peru. We experienced bad and good experiences, finding that in the details is the difference, that's why we know what elements are essential for your trip, we are travelers and we strive to enhance your experience!
3. TRANSPARENCY: We are here to provide you with the best information and description of our tours. We are not in favor of hidden costs. We provide the necessary information so you can choose the inclusions or upgrades you are looking for.
4. SAFETY: You trust us with your time, your money and your expectations and that is why we fine-tune every detail to guarantee the trip you dream of.
5. FLEXIBILITY: Although we have pre-established packages; we adapt to your needs and make tailor-made plans for you to visit any place in Peru, with the expertise of a Guru Explorers. We adapt trips for special occasions such as your corporate travel, honeymoon, birthday, social, cultural or sporting event in your visit to Peru, offering you complete advice to achieve and exceed your expectations.
6. PASSION: Before being tour guides, we are travelers, explorers, adventurers; that makes us passionate about creating the best experiences in the time you invest for you and those you love.
7. SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY: We promote Responsible and Sustainable Tourism without affecting the traveler, nor exploiting the communities that receive us or their environment. We create experiences that are more humane and respectful of heritage.

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