Step ashore at Callao, the historic port serving Lima, where Peru's fascinating blend of colonial grandeur and pre-Columbian mystery awaits. This gateway city connects cruise travelers to the country's most treasured experiences, from world-class cuisine to ancient wonders that have captivated explorers for centuries.
When your ship docks in Callao, you're just minutes from Lima, a captivating metropolis where Spanish colonial splendor meets contemporary Peruvian life. The city's Historic Center dazzles with ornate cathedrals, colorful colonial mansions, and the grand Plaza Mayor, all protected as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Food enthusiasts will find paradise in Lima, now recognized as South America's culinary capital. Gastronomic Adventures await at world-renowned restaurants where talented chefs transform fresh coastal ingredients into masterpieces of traditional and fusion cuisine.
Don't miss the upscale district of Miraflores, where dramatic Pacific cliffs provide spectacular sunset views, trendy boutiques line leafy streets, and paragliders drift along the coastline. The nearby bohemian neighborhood of Barranco charms visitors with artistic flair and seaside charm.
For many travelers, Lima serves as the jumping-off point for Peru's most iconic treasures. From here, arrange excursions to the enigmatic Nazca Lines etched into desert plains, or journey to the breathtaking Machu Picchu, the legendary Incan citadel nestled high in the Andes mountains.
