Nazca, Ica & Paracas 3 Day Tour

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Spend 3 incredible days exploring the Huacachina Lagoon, the Ballestas Islands, and the Paracas National Reserve on our Nazca, Ica & Paracas 3-day tour. Get ready to visit the most beautiful spots in western Peru!

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Spend 3 incredible days exploring the Huacachina Lagoon, the Ballestas Islands, and the Paracas National Reserve on our Nazca, Ica & Paracas 3-day tour. Get ready to visit the most beautiful spots in western Peru!
Nazca, Ica & Paracas 3 Day Tour

Day 1: Ica - Huacachina Lagoon - Ica

At the indicated time, we'll pick you up at the agreed meeting point, either at your hotel or at the bus terminal in Ica, to start this 3-day tour of Ica.

Firstly, we'll go to the centre of Ica, where we'll admire the main attractions of the city, such as the Plaza de Armas and the Cathedral. We'll continue with a guided tour of the Regional Museum of Ica, a place where you'll learn about the ancient cultures that inhabited this region. We'll visit its anthropology and biological anthropology rooms, which contain remains from the Paracas and Nazca cultures. The cultural richness will surprise you!

Later, we'll make a stop at a traditional winery in the area, where you'll immerse yourself in the art of Peruvian oenology. Here, you'll be able to taste different types of pisco and wine, outstanding products of Ica.

After this experience, we'll go to the oasis of Huacachina, an authentic paradise in the middle of the desert. We'll get on buggies to explore the dunes and, for those who are up for it, there will be a sandboarding session.

We'll finish the day by dropping you off at your hotel to rest and have dinner on your own.

Day 2: Ica - Paracas - Ica

After breakfast, we'll pick you up to go to Paracas. There, we'll board a boat that will take us to the Ballestas Islands. On the way, we'll be able to admire the enigmatic El Candelabro geoglyph, a mysterious figure engraved in the sand of the peninsula.

Our crossing of the Pacific Ocean will take us to the Ballestas Islands, an archipelago that is home to a great diversity of marine fauna. We'll observe guano birds and, with a bit of luck, even Humboldt penguins! We'll also stop at the sea lion conservation centre to learn more about these animals in their natural environment.

After the boat ride, we'll return to Paracas where you can get yourself some lunch. Feeling refuelled, we'll take a tour of the Paracas National Reserve. We'll visit the Paracas Peninsula viewpoint and enjoy the scenery of the Yumaque, Roja and Lagunillas beaches.

We'll finish the tour at your hotel, giving you the evening free to have dinner on your own and rest.

Day 3: Ica - Nazca - Ica

After breakfast, we'll embark on a journey back in time to Nazca. First of all, we'll visit the Maria Reiche Museum, in honour of the so-called Lady of Nazca, who dedicated her life to the study and research of the enigmatic geoglyphs of this area.

Afterwards, we'll go up to the Maria Reiche viewpoint, from where we'll be able to observe some of the most famous figures of the Nazca Lines, such as the Hand and the Tree. A unique visual spectacle from the heights!

We'll continue our day at the Cantalloc aqueducts, an example of the advanced hydraulic engineering of the ancient Nazca people. We'll also explore the ruins of Los Paredones, an archaeological complex that will reveal more about the life of the pre-Inca civilizations. We'll end our day with a visit to a pottery and gold workshop, where we'll learn about the artisanal process that gives life to these pieces.

Finally, we'll finish the day in Ica at around 4 pm.

Accommodation

This tour includes two nights accommodation with breakfast in a 2 or 3-star hotel in Ica or Huacachina, whichever you prefer. The hotels are as follows:

Ica: Hotel Las Flores (La Angostura residential area)

Huacachina: Hosteria Suiza and Hotel Curasi

Hotel Pickup

This tour includes pickup from the Ica Bus Station or from hotels located in the Cercado de Ica and its surroundings, the Huacachina Oasis, and the Urbanización Puente Blanco. If you're staying somewhere else, we'll meet at the scheduled time on Calle Las Palmeras.
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Duration

3 days.

Language

The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English and Spanish.

Included

Pickup and drop–off at your hotel or the Ica Bus Station

Transport by minibus

English–speaking guide

2 nights' hotel accommodation with breakfast

Buggy tour in the Huacachina Desert

Sandboarding

Boat ride

Admission to the María Reiche Museum

Not included

Lunches and dinners

Admission to the Regional Museum of Ica: S/ 11 (US$ 3.04) per person

Admission to Huacachina: S/ 3.60 (US$ 0.99) per person

Admission to Nazca: S/ 25 (US$ 6.92) per person

Admission to Paracas National Reserve: S/ 22 (US$ 6.09) per person

Nazca light aircraft ride: US$ 95 per person

Air tax if you do the Nazca light aircraft ride: S/ 77 (US$ 21.33) per person

When to book?

You can book up until 24 hours before the activity as long as there are still places. Book now to guarantee your spot.

Type of voucher

Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.

Accessibility

Not wheelchair accessible.
Sustainability
All services published on Civitatis are carried out in accordance with our Sustainability Code.

Sustainability Code

Our providers commit to:

Provide a safe and satisfying experience.

Reduce, reuse, recycle.

Incorporate eco-conscious technologies.

Uphold fair employment standards.

Foster the growth of local communities.

Preserve the integrity of local culture.

Safeguard both cultural and environmental heritage.

Ensure ethical treatment of animals.

Operate with honesty and transparency.

Encourage sustainable behaviors among customers and staff.

This particular activity contributes as follows:

No printing of documentation required.

Promotes local employment.

Has a gender equality policy.
Pets

Not permitted.
Frequently asked questions
Q - Why do this activity with Civitatis?

A - At Civitatis we guarantee the best quality and prices, click here if you want to know how we select our activities.

Q - How to book?

A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.

Q - Is a minimum number of participants required?

A - This activity requires a minimum of 2 participants. Should this number not be reached, we'll get in touch with you to offer alternatives.

Q - Which local supplier will be providing the tour?

A - Illari Tours Ica Corporate name: Doris rosario tipacti vilca Registered Office: julio farfan 146, Ica, Peru Tax Identification Number (VAT ID): 10418988555 Contact information Email: rossytipacti@gmail.com Phone: 930579833

If you have any other questions please contact us.
Cancellations

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the activity starts. Any cancellations after this time or no-shows on the day will not be refunded.
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1 out of 6 reviews

7.3 / 10

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Mar / 22 / 2022

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Jorge Monsalve Velez

Barranquilla, Colombia

muy bien, atendidos excelentemente por los guías, muy bien explicadas todas las actividades.

I travelled with my partner

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Nazca, Ica & Paracas 3 Day Tour

Nazca, Ica & Paracas 3 Day Tour

Day 1: Ica - Huacachina Lagoon - Ica

Day 2: Ica - Paracas - Ica

Day 3: Ica - Nazca - Ica

Accommodation

Hotel Pickup

Free cancellation

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