Peru · MARKETS
Peru gives most people one free day fewer than they need. These 15 market tours are the ones that justify the slot, each with its price, its length and the thing to know before committing.
Explore Cusco’s San Pedro Market, make three Peruvian dishes and two pisco cocktails, and enjoy a small-group cooking class for $67.
“It’s filled with lots of things. Good to know the ingredients and peruvian cuisine.”
Review of the $84 Sacred Valley tour from Cusco, with Pisac Market, Ollantaytambo Fortress, buffet lunch, guides, transport, and practical tips.
“Luis was a fantastic tour guide and he had a great driver. I was the only English speaking participant but Luis gave me just as much attention as he did to his Spanish speaking tourists. We were given plenty of exploration time at each stop. And Luis provided in depth explanation of history. Felt I really learned a lot from him. Lunch was a buffet that had a great selection. The pork belly was very good. Didn’t care for the stop at the alpaca site. It was a little touristy and it was an attempt to get us to buy stuff. When in Pisaq, I didn’t care for the jewelry…”
Taste Lima street food, visit Mercado Central, explore Chinatown, and see historic landmarks on a four-hour English-language food tour.
“Aura was excellent during the tour and very informative”
Explore Cusco’s San Pedro Market, cook Peruvian classics, and make a pisco cocktail in this hands-on four-hour chef-led class.
“Had a wonderful experience exploring the market and learning about Peruvian culture and cuisine! Ronal was very attentive and patiently answered all my questions. He shared so many interesting stories about the ingredients and the food. Truly a great way to understand the heart of Cusco through its flavors!”
Review of Cusco’s 3.5-hour city tour, with San Pedro Market, Qorikancha, Cathedral, San Blas, transport, value, and practical tips.
“Incredible tour. it was the the perfect tour after arriving two hours prior to the tour. The sites we visited were well chosen to give a great view and cultural knowledge of Cusco. Our guide had a tremendous amount of knowledge and provided insightful cultural and historical context at all the sites we visited. A must tour to select for your first day.”
Explore Surquillo Market, taste 35 Peruvian fruits, and cook a four-course lunch with a Pisco Sour in Lima.
“Educational class which also allowed us to immerse ourselves in Peruvian culture. This class allowed us to identify foods as we continued our travels through South America.”
Explore Iquitos’ Belén Market and floating neighborhood with local guide Marlon, including tastings, motokar transport, and a boat ride.
“Very knowledgeable showed us all the special placed and items fascinating place. Tuk tuk driver very good”
Explore Surquillo Market, taste Peruvian produce, and cook causa and ceviche with local chefs in Lima for $66.75.
“Great experience in Lima. Our tour at the market was amazing with Camila. Very knowledgeable about the variety of Peruvian products. The cooking class was incredible with Jorge. He is very friendly and fun. Highly recommended activity and the organization was great!”
Cook Peruvian classics with former Maido chef Hector Aguilar, visit Huaca Pucllana, make Pisco Sours, and enjoy a three-course meal in Lima.
“Hector is absolutely awesome. We have had the best day today trying lots of Peruvian food and Pisco sours. Hector has lots of anecdotes about his previous time in Australia, and around the world. I would thoroughly recommend this tour. Be sure to follow the directions and you will find the cooking school pretty easily.”
Review of Cusco’s vegan cooking class, San Pedro Market tour, Peruvian dishes, pisco cocktails, price, logistics, and who should book.
“I enjoyed the cooking class and market tour. Jorge was very comprehensive and friendly so I am confident to cook them at home by myself!”
Explore Iquitos through Belen Market and its floating city, with a local guide, traditional boat ride, jungle foods, crafts, and medicine.
“Very happy I booked Kewin as our local guide !! He was very informative and we felt very well looked after - thank you 🙏”
Explore Cusco’s San Pedro Market, learn Peruvian cooking with chef Ronald, and enjoy ceviche, lomo saltado, and Pisco Sours.
“Had an amazing time, chef Ronald was the best!”
Taste nine Peruvian foods across Lima’s markets, Chinatown, and street stalls on a practical three-hour food tour.
“it ended up as a private tour, Giovanna was very friendly, knowledgeable and keen to share everything she knows. it's was very easy and comfortable to spend 2 hours with her while she showed me around and explained about the different foods I tasted. I highly recommend this tour for an introduction to Lima & street food.”
Explore Lima’s markets, colonial center, catacombs, Barranco, and Miraflores on a private six-hour tour with local food tasting.
“Guide parlant très bien français Guide intéressant Visite du marché de Lima et de tout le centre fort instructif, dégustation de nombreux fruits de la région délicieux. N’ayant qu’une journée à Lima cela nous a permis d’avoir un aperçu la ville avec une personne du pays.”
Review of Lima’s Surquillo market tour, 35-fruit tasting, and four-course cooking class, with practical advice on food, value, timing, and logistics.
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