From Ica or Huacachina: Wine and Pisco Vineyards Tour

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ID: GYG390706-708438
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Country: Peru

Duration: 03:30 hours


Description

Explore the wine region of Ica and discover the local drink Pisco. Visit two wineries, learn about production, and enjoy tastings of both wine and Pisco.
Discover the wine region surrounding Ica, that is known as the most important wine region in Peru for red wine and the popular local drink pisco. Visit the oldest vineyard in Peru and a traditional pisco winery and learn about how the wine and Pisco are made and, of course, taste Pisco and wine at both wineries.

Start with pickup from Ica or Huacachina. Head to your first stop, the Tacama vineyard, considered one of the oldest ones in South America and first in Peru, established in the 16th century. Visit the old hacienda and tower where you will get the best view and see acres of grapes. Then you will visit the old and new factory and see how Tacama produces wines and Piscos using the industrial process. Afterward, you will taste their Piscos and wines.

Head to the second vineyard called El Catador, known for its pisco. Pisco is a strong liquor known as the national drink of Peru. Learn about the traditional process to make Pisco and the clay jars known as “botijas” where the juice of crushed grapes is fermenting during March month, (harvest time). Visit the distillery and learn about the last seps to produce the famous drink. After, time to taste the Pisco and wine made here.

You will have the opportunity to have lunch (not included) at one of the wineries that prepare typical dishes from this region.

Highlights

  • Learn how Pisco, the most famous drink in Peru is made
  • Taste different types of Pisco and wine in two wineries
  • Visit the first vineyard in Peru

Guiding languages

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
You are required to bring and wear a mask
You will receive a mandatory temperature check
Pickup is available from Ica and Huacachina. Please inform your address and wait in the lobby 15 minutes before your scheduled pickup time.
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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 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 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.