2-day tour to Ica and Paracas
ID: GYG784395-1256749
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Country: Peru
Country: Peru
Duration: 2 days
Description
Explore the beauty of southwestern Peru on our 2-day tour to Ica and Paracas. You'll admire stunning landscapes and visit lagoons, beaches and deserts.
Day 1: Ica – Huacachina – Ica
At the agreed time, we will pick you up from the meeting point in Ica and head to the hotel to drop off your luggage.
Afterwards, we will take a guided tour through the heart of Ica, delving into the history of the city and exploring its main sights. We stroll through the Plaza de Armas, visit the Cathedral and discover the Casa de las Tejas. Our journey continues to the picturesque Huacachina Lagoon, where we will soak up the scenery and enjoy a delicious tasting of piscos and wines at a local winery.
Returning to the charming Huacachina Lagoon, nestled in the Peruvian desert, prepare for an adrenaline-filled adventure with a buggy ride and exciting sandboarding on the dunes.
As the day draws to a close, we will drop you off at the hotel, where you can relax, enjoy dinner and rest up for the next day.
Day 2: Ica - Paracas - Ballestas Islands - Ica
After a delicious breakfast at the hotel, we will head to the Paracas pier to begin an exciting trip to the Ballestas Islands. A leisurely boat ride across the Pacific Ocean will take us through the stunning coastline of the Paracas Peninsula, where we will be able to admire the fascinating El Candelabro geoglyph.
The next stop is the Ballestas Islands, where we will have the opportunity to observe guano birds, Humboldt penguins and playful dolphins in their natural habitat.
Our next destination is the Paracas pier, where we will visit a sea lion conservation center, before taking a 30-minute break so you can explore the area at your own pace.
Then, we will continue with a land tour of the Paracas National Reserve, where we will visit the impressive Paracas Peninsula viewpoint, as well as the picturesque beaches of Roja, Lagunillas and Yumaque. This is the perfect opportunity to capture some stunning photos!
Finally we will finish the tour by leaving you in Ica after two unforgettable days of adventure.
Day 1: Ica – Huacachina – Ica
At the agreed time, we will pick you up from the meeting point in Ica and head to the hotel to drop off your luggage.
Afterwards, we will take a guided tour through the heart of Ica, delving into the history of the city and exploring its main sights. We stroll through the Plaza de Armas, visit the Cathedral and discover the Casa de las Tejas. Our journey continues to the picturesque Huacachina Lagoon, where we will soak up the scenery and enjoy a delicious tasting of piscos and wines at a local winery.
Returning to the charming Huacachina Lagoon, nestled in the Peruvian desert, prepare for an adrenaline-filled adventure with a buggy ride and exciting sandboarding on the dunes.
As the day draws to a close, we will drop you off at the hotel, where you can relax, enjoy dinner and rest up for the next day.
Day 2: Ica - Paracas - Ballestas Islands - Ica
After a delicious breakfast at the hotel, we will head to the Paracas pier to begin an exciting trip to the Ballestas Islands. A leisurely boat ride across the Pacific Ocean will take us through the stunning coastline of the Paracas Peninsula, where we will be able to admire the fascinating El Candelabro geoglyph.
The next stop is the Ballestas Islands, where we will have the opportunity to observe guano birds, Humboldt penguins and playful dolphins in their natural habitat.
Our next destination is the Paracas pier, where we will visit a sea lion conservation center, before taking a 30-minute break so you can explore the area at your own pace.
Then, we will continue with a land tour of the Paracas National Reserve, where we will visit the impressive Paracas Peninsula viewpoint, as well as the picturesque beaches of Roja, Lagunillas and Yumaque. This is the perfect opportunity to capture some stunning photos!
Finally we will finish the tour by leaving you in Ica after two unforgettable days of adventure.
Highlights
- Guided tour through the heart of Ica
- picturesque Huacachina lagoon
- Exciting trip to the Ballestas Islands
Guiding languages
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When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.