From Paracas | Excursion to Ica and Huacachina
ID: GYG816516-1300057
Category:
Country: Peru
Duration:
06:00 hours
Description
Visit the city of Ica and be amazed by the legend of its lagoon and its main attractions. In addition, you will visit the oasis of Huacachina, where you can practice sports such as sandboarding.
Itinerary
This tour begins with pickup at the pre-arranged meeting point in the center of Paracas at 11:30 a.m. and then board the bus for a 1.5-hour ride to the city of Ica.
We will begin this tour of the city of Ica with a visit to a local winery. Here we will learn about the production of wine and the famous Peruvian pisco. In addition, you will be able to taste some of their products.
Afterwards, we will enjoy a guided tour of Ica to get to know the atmosphere of its streets, its main monuments and most emblematic places. We will visit the Plaza de Armas, the church of Señor de Luren and the Regional Museum of Ica, where we will learn about the evolution of the different cultures of the region: Paracas, Nasca, Wari, Ica Chincha and Inca.
The next stop will be at the oasis of Huacachina, one of the most spectacular places in the department of Ica. Here you will be able to admire its beautiful lagoon surrounded by dunes and desert landscapes and, of course, you will have the opportunity to hear the famous legend of this lagoon.
Afterwards, we will leave you with an hour of free time to enjoy a delicious lunch on your own.
After having enjoyed a wonderful day, we will start the journey back to Paracas, where we will arrive at 8:00 p.m. (if you wish, we can also drop you off in Ica, contact your agent to coordinate this).
Highlights
- Mysterious towns, birthplace of pisco, good wine, Afro-Peruvian music.
- The dunes and the immense illuminated desert of Huacachina are a slice of life.
- Don't be left behind and discover Ica
Guiding languages
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.
