
Ica & Paracas 2 Day Tour
Explore the beauty of southwestern Peru on our 2-day tour to Ica and Paracas, where you'll visit lagoons, beaches, and deserts. Ica & Paracas 2 Day Tour. Day 1: Ica - Huacachina - Ica.
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Explore the beauty of southwestern Peru on our 2-day tour to Ica and Paracas, where you'll visit lagoons, beaches, and deserts.
Ica & Paracas 2 Day Tour
Day 1: Ica - Huacachina - Ica
We will pick you up at your hotel or the bus terminal at the agreed time to start the tour. First, we will visit the Plaza de Armas to admire the Cathedral of Ica and its history. Following this, a visit to the Regional Museum of Ica will provide insights into ancient cultures like the Paracas and Nazca.
Afterward, we will tour a traditional winery in Ica to taste various pisco and wine. Next, we'll explore the Huacachina Lagoon and enjoy a thrilling buggy ride through the dunes; those interested can try sandboarding.
At the end of the day, we'll drop you off at the hotel for dinner and rest.
Day 2: Ica - Paracas - Ballestas Islands - Ica
After breakfast, we will head to Paracas for a boat trip to the Ballestas Islands. During this trip, we will see the El Candelabro geoglyph and observe diverse wildlife such as guano birds, dolphins, and possibly Humboldt penguins. A special stop at a sea lion conservation centre is included.
After free time for lunch, we'll tour the Paracas National Reserve, visiting viewpoints and beaches including the Paracas Peninsula viewpoint, and Lagunillas and Yumaque beaches, suitable for photo opportunities.
We will conclude the tour by dropping you off in Ica after two days of adventure.
Accommodation
This tour includes one night of accommodation with breakfast in a 2 or 3-star hotel in Ica or Huacachina. The available hotels are:
Ica: Hotel Las Flores (La Angostura residential area)Huacachina: Hosteria Suiza and Curasi Hotel
Prices
Included
- Pickup and drop–off at your hotel or the bus station
- Transport by minibus or bus
- English–speaking guide
- 1 night accommodation with breakfast in a 2 or 3–star hotel (depending on your selection)
- Boat ride around the Ballestas Islands
- Admission to the Regional Museum of Ica
- Pisco and wine tasting
- Buggy ride in the Huacachina desert
- Sandboard rental
Not included
- Lunches and dinner
- Fees: 36.60PEN per person
Tips
- Accessibility: No, not suitable for people with reduced mobility