Itinerary
Discover what awaits you in the PARACAS, ICA AND HUACACHINA TOUR – 1 DAY
day 1
Ballestas Islands, Huacachina Oasis
Sea, vineyards and desert in a single day.
We sail to the Ballestas Islands, taste wines and piscos in Ica, visit the Huacachina Oasis and end with music in Chincha.
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Pick-up in Lima and drive to Paracas
By tourist transport, very early · Lima → Paracas
We pick you up very early at the set meeting points in Lima and drive along the coast. On the way, the guide introduces themselves and shares tips and stories about the route. We stop for breakfast (not included).
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Ballestas Islands Highlight
By boat, with life jacket · Paracas → Ballestas Islands → Paracas
We sail out to sea in modern boats. First we see the Paracas Candelabra, a huge figure drawn in the sand whose origin is still a mystery. Then we reach the islands, home to sea lions, Humboldt penguins and hundreds of seabirds.
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Free lunch time in Paracas
Free time · Paracas Bay
Back in the bay, we have time for lunch (not included) at one of the seafront restaurants and to try seafood dishes.
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Vineyard in Ica
By tourist transport · Paracas → Ica
We visit a traditional vineyard to learn how wines and piscos are made by hand. We tour the facilities and join a fun tasting of wines, piscos and macerated liqueurs.
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Huacachina Oasis
Free visit · Ica → Huacachina
We arrive at the Huacachina Oasis, surrounded by golden dunes and palm trees. There is time to relax, explore and take photos.
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Chincha and return to Lima
By tourist transport · arrival at night · Huacachina → Chincha → Lima
On the way back we stop in Chincha, the cradle of Afro-Peruvian music and culture, to enjoy a Creole music show and taste wines, macerated liqueurs, tejas and chocotejas. We arrive in Lima at night; the time may vary with traffic.
Day details
- Departure: Very early from Lima · return at night
- Group: 2 to 8 people
- Difficulty: Easy
- Meals: Not included (stops for breakfast and lunch)
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Includes
Transport and guide
- Tourist transport: Lima – Paracas and Ica – Chincha – Lima.
- Professional bilingual guide.
- Accident insurance (SOAT).
Ballestas Islands
- Boat to the Ballestas Islands.
- Life jackets.
- Marine wildlife watching.
Ica, Huacachina and Chincha
- Visit to a vineyard in Ica.
- Tasting: Wines, macerated liqueurs and piscos.
- Visit to the Huacachina Oasis.
- Tasting of tejas and chocotejas.
- Music show.
Not include
Not included
- Meals: Breakfast and lunch.
- Tips.
- Personal expenses.
Prices PARACAS, ICA AND HUACACHINA TOUR – 1 DAY
Rates per person
Traveling soon? We recommend booking early, as groups are small. Ask us about availability.
Need help with your trip?
Our team will help you plan your experience.
Packaging list
- Light and warm clothing: We leave early and return late.
- Windbreaker: The sea breeze can be strong.
- Comfortable walking shoes.
- Sun protection: Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat.
- Documents: ID card or passport.
- Cash in soles: Some places, such as wineries or markets, do not accept cards.
- Phone or camera: Fully charged.
Recomendations
- Get ready for a long day: Pick-up in Lima is very early and we return at night. Arrival time may vary with traffic.
- Dress in layers: Bring light clothes, something warm and a windbreaker for the boat trip, as the sea breeze can be strong.
- Budget for meals: Breakfast and lunch are not included. We stop for breakfast on the way and have free time for lunch in Paracas by the sea.
- Bring cash in soles: Some wineries and markets do not accept cards.
- Protect yourself from the sun: The sun is strong at sea and in the Huacachina desert. Wear sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat.
- Charge your battery: The Candelabra, the Ballestas wildlife and the Huacachina dunes are perfect for photos.
- Keep your ID handy: Bring your ID card or passport.
- Small group: Departures are for 2 to 8 people. Book early to secure your date.
F.A.Qs
Where does the tour start?
In Lima. Pick-up is very early at the set meeting points in the city.
What time do we return to Lima?
At night. The time may vary with traffic.
Which places do we visit?
The Ballestas Islands in Paracas, a traditional vineyard in Ica, the Huacachina Oasis and, on the way back, Chincha.
What will I see at the Ballestas Islands?
From the boat you will see the Paracas Candelabra, a huge figure drawn in the sand, and the islands’ wildlife: sea lions, Humboldt penguins and hundreds of seabirds.
Is the boat trip safe?
It is done in modern boats and with a life jacket, included in the tour.
What does the vineyard visit include?
A tour of the facilities to learn how wines and piscos are made by hand, and a tasting of wines, piscos and macerated liqueurs.
What do we do in Chincha?
We enjoy a Creole music show and taste wines, macerated liqueurs, tejas and chocotejas. Chincha is the cradle of Afro-Peruvian music and culture.
Are meals included?
No. We stop for breakfast and have free time for lunch in Paracas, at seafront restaurants.
How many people are in a group?
2 to 8 people.
How difficult is the tour?
Easy. It is a full-day tour with long drives and visits that require little physical effort.
What language does the guide speak?
The tour includes a professional bilingual guide.
Do I need to bring cash?
Yes, in soles. Some places, such as wineries or markets, do not accept cards.
What should I bring?
Light and warm clothing, a windbreaker, comfortable shoes, sunscreen, sunglasses, a hat, ID, cash and a charged phone. You will find the full list in the What to bring tab.
Do you have more questions?
Message us on WhatsApp at +51 941 411 418 or email info@sakuraexpedition.com.
