Ica and Paracas Tour from Lima
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Availability Daily departures -
Transporte Hotel pickup -
Tour Guide Tour guide included -
Available languages Spanish, English & Portuguese -
Service type Shared service -
Cancellation policy Non-refundable -
Maximum altitude 588 m.a.s.l. -
Difficulty Easy
Itinerary
Day 01 Lima – Paracas – Ica – Huacachina Oasis
We will start our Ica Paracas tour early in the morning from Lima. Our private vehicle will drive along the Pan-American Highway, covering 280 kilometers south of Lima. The journey will offer stunning views of Peru’s coastal desert.
Upon arrival in Paracas, we will visit the Ballestas Islands Peru, a marine sanctuary home to Humboldt penguins, sea lions, and seabirds. We will sail for about two hours through the Pacific Ocean and admire the famous Candelabro geoglyph, etched into the coastal cliffs. The island’s natural beauty and wildlife will make this an unforgettable experience.
Next, we will travel to the city of Ica Paracas, where we will begin the famous Pisco Route. We will visit traditional wineries such as Tacama and El Catador, learning about the process of making Pisco and Peruvian wines. We will also taste different varieties and enjoy some free time for lunch at one of the wineries, savoring local dishes.
In the afternoon, we will continue to the Huacachina Oasis, the only desert oasis in South America. We will enjoy a thrilling dune buggy ride across the golden desert dunes and practice sandboarding. The sunset over Huacachina Peru will offer perfect photo opportunities before we return to Ica for the night.
Details
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Distance
280 km
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Highest altitude
406 meters above sea level
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Lowest altitude
Sea level (0 meters)
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Route
Lima – Paracas – Ica – Huacachina
Day 02 Ica – Nazca – Lima
We will begin our second day early, traveling two hours south from Ica to the city of Nazca. Along the way, we will pass desert landscapes and small valleys. Our destination will be the Nazca Airport, located in Vista Alegre district.
Before our Nazca Lines tour, we will watch a short documentary explaining the history and theories of these mysterious geoglyphs. Then, we will board a small plane for a 35-minute flight over the desert. From the sky, we will see 12 famous figures, including the Condor, Monkey, Hummingbird, Spider, and Whale. The precision and scale of the lines will leave us amazed.
After the flight, we will return to Ica, where we will have free time for lunch and rest before heading back to Lima. The return drive will allow us to relax and reflect on the incredible natural and cultural wonders we experienced.
Details
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Distance traveled
450 km round trip
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Highest altitude
588 meters above sea level
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Lowest altitude
Sea level (0 meters)
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Route
Ica – Nazca – Ica – Lima
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Difficulty
Easy
Important note: Schedules are for reference only. One day before the tour, our operations team will contact you to reconfirm the schedules.
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Hear from Those Who Have Experienced the Magic of Our Tours
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Andrey S.
October 14, 2025
Punctuality, very attentive guide and perfect organization. From the hotel exit, transit by train, lunch schedule and guided tours.
Maria R.
October 12, 2025
A very enriching experience, a lot of history, although it rained that day, was a good for nothing our tour. Our guide was very attentive and professional.
Alejandra C.
October 12, 2025
The tour starts very early type 3-4 am, how good you can sleep on the way, we breakfast in a very good buffet and then depart for the mountain. Here the height is the problem, you can walk up but it requires a lot of condition, the good thing is that there are horses that you can pay and for 90 suns they leave you 15-20 minutes from the top. Wear layered clothes as you can warm up when climbing. We already walk down and the road is much easier. On horseback you go up in 40 minutes, you are on the mountain an hour to take pictures and the return is about 1 hour or so. In the end we still had lunch in the same very rich buffet!
Salvador M
September 19, 2025
I liked the Service and attention I received, plus the quality of the guide who touched us to know the sacred valley on the way to Machu Picchu was first class, with extensive knowledge of the Inca culture and with very good explanation, I highly recommend them.
Sarah E.
October 12, 2025
They were exceptional! Everything very organized, took care of all the details, we hired all the tours, lodging and transfer, we do not regret!
Veronica L.
October 12, 2025
Recommended 💯💯💯
What a beautiful place!!! Most of us went up there on mules. Important to clarify if the person weighs more than 110 kg he will not be able to carry it and will have to walk up . . . It is still very expensive, to have proper footwear
Andrey S.
October 14, 2025
Punctuality, very attentive guide and perfect organization. From the hotel exit, transit by train, lunch schedule and guided tours.
Maria R.
October 12, 2025
A very enriching experience, a lot of history, although it rained that day, was a good for nothing our tour. Our guide was very attentive and professional.
Alejandra C.
October 12, 2025
The tour starts very early type 3-4 am, how good you can sleep on the way, we breakfast in a very good buffet and then depart for the mountain. Here the height is the problem, you can walk up but it requires a lot of condition, the good thing is that there are horses that you can pay and for 90 suns they leave you 15-20 minutes from the top. Wear layered clothes as you can warm up when climbing. We already walk down and the road is much easier. On horseback you go up in 40 minutes, you are on the mountain an hour to take pictures and the return is about 1 hour or so. In the end we still had lunch in the same very rich buffet!
