Paracas, Ica, Nazca: 3 Days, 2 Nights

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Description

Discover three of the most iconic destinations on Peru's southern coast on a trip filled with nature, adventure, culture, and history.

Day 1: Lima – Paracas
We begin by picking up passengers in Lima (Miraflores, Barranco, or San Isidro) between 5:00 a.m., 7:00 a.m., and 9:00 a.m.

to head to Paracas. Upon arrival, between 9:00 a.m. and 11:00 p.m., from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., we will have our first experience.

  • Ballestas Islands, where you can see sea lions, Humboldt penguins, and a wide variety of seabirds, as well as the famous El Candelabro geoglyph. The tour lasts approximately 2 hours.
  • At the end of the BALLESTAS ISLANDS TOUR, you will have approximately 1:00 hour to HAVE LUNCH or HEAD BACK to your hotel.
  • Then you'll enjoy an exciting premium trekking experience through the breathtaking landscapes of the Paracas National Reserve  organized by SUR A NORTE, with the trek starting at 2:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.

Once all the passengers are on board, we begin the tour, departing from Paracas in our vehicle with our driver, who specializes in this route. The first stop is at the entrance to the Paracas National Reserve; this is a checkpoint.

  •     Continuing on our tour, our next stop is at Playa Roja, where we’ll stay for about 5 to 8 minutes to take photos and enjoy the incredible view.
  •  Continuing our tour, we’ll head to the Itmosoverlook on the peninsula, wherewe’ll be able to see literally the entire Paracas National Reserve and OVERLOOK 
  • We'll continue with the next two lookout points: La Catedral and Playa Supay.
  • From Salinas de Otuma/Playon, the 45-minute to 1-hour hike begins, taking in the flora and fauna.
  • We then finished the premium hiking tour at 7:00 p.m.
  • Stay 1 night in Paracas

Day 2: Paracas – Ica – Huacachina

DEPARTURE TIME: 12:00 p.m. 

WINE TASTING: 1:30 p.m. to 2:45 p.m. 

 

  • At noon, we'll travel from Paracas to Ica, where we'll visit a traditional artisanal winery. There, you'll learn about the winemaking process and how Peruvian pisco is made, with a tasting included.
  •  HUACACHINA: We'll arrive at the stunning Huacachina Oasis, surrounded by enormous dunes and desert landscapes—perfect for taking photos and exploring the area.
  • ADVENTURE BUGGY TOUR: 4:00 P.M. TO 6:00 P.M. onthe desert dunes, featuring the famous sunset.
  • Once the activities are over, we'll spend one night in Huacachina.

Day 3: Huacachina – Palpa – Nazca

  SCHEDULE: 7:00 a.m. ARRIVAL in NAZCA 11:00 a.m. 

  • We will pick up passengers at their hotel in Huacachina to visit the PALPA and NAZCA viewpoints , where we will spend about 10 to 15minutes, and finally the ACUEDUCTOS, where we will also spend approximately 15 to 25 minutes.
  • We will then transfer to the airfield, and the flight over the Nazca Lines—one of the world’s greatest archaeological and geoglyphic mysteries—will take place at 11:20 a.m. and last approximately 35 to 45 minutes. From the air, we will observe the HUMMINGBIRD, MONKEY, SPIDER, HANDS, PELICAN, and WHALE, among others. They have all the safety certifications required by government agencies.
  • At the end of the experience, transportation back to the hotel or the bus station will be provided, concluding the tour.
  • You can continue your journey SOUTH toward AREQUIPA, PUNO, and CUZCO.
  • Or return to LIMA. THANK YOU VERY MUCH.

End of the tour.

● Day 1: Pickup in Lima between 4:00 a.m. and 5:00 a.m.

Ballestas Islands 8:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m./9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m./10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

● Day 2: Transfer from Paracas to Ica at noon (12:00 p.m.) – approx. 1:30 p.m.

Pisco and wine tasting at the artisanal winery 2:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.

Lunch at the artisan winery from 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Tubulares and Sambording 5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.

● Day 3: Pickup at the hotel after breakfast for the transfer to the airfield 6:00 a.m.–10:00 a.m.

Visit the Nazca and Palpa viewpoints 8:30 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.

Visit to the Aqueducts 9:00 a.m. – 9:30 a.m.

Nazca Lines Flight 10:00 a.m. – 10:45 a.m.

● Schedules may vary depending on service operations and weather conditions.

* Pickup in Lima.
* Tourist transportation and specified transfers.
* Excursion to the Ballestas Islands.
* Hiking in Paracas.
* Visit to the Tacama Winery.
* Sand dune riding and sandboarding in Huacachina.
* Transfer to the bus station and hotel in Nazca.
* Transfer to the airfield for the Nazca Lines flyover.
* Assistance throughout the entire tour.

● Meals not specified in the itinerary.
● Additional beverages.
● Personal expenses.
● Tips.
● Services not specifically mentioned in the itinerary.

  • Tourist taxes are not included

● We recommend wearing comfortable clothing, sunscreen, a hat, sunglasses, and bringing water.
● The flight over the Nazca Lines is subject to weather conditions and operational availability.
● For adventure activities, please follow the guide’s and operator’s instructions at all times.
● The order of the visits may vary for logistical reasons without affecting the program’s content.