Paracas, Ica Vineyard & Huacachina Oasis Day Trip from Lima

Full-day trip from Lima: Ballestas Islands in Paracas, a pisco vineyard tasting in Ica and dune buggies with sandboarding at the Huacachina oasis.

Arrival at the tourist pier where we will begin our excursion to the Ballestas Islands, the largest maritime reserve in Peru and the second largest in South America. We will take a boat ride, and each participant will have life vests and appropriate distancing from others. Along the way, you will see “El Candelabro,” a large geoglyph similar to the Nazca Lines. These islands are natural rock formations that are home to diverse marine wildlife, including large colonies of guano birds (Guanay, Booby, Pelican, Cormorant, Terns, etc.). You will also spot sea lions, Humboldt penguins, and dolphins.

We arrive in Ica for lunch and free time. You can enjoy local dishes, including “La Ruta del Pisco,” Arroz con Pato, Sopa Seca, and other specialties.

We will tour the winery to learn how fine wine is made, followed by a free tasting of wines, creams, macerated liquors, and piscos. You can also purchase any you like.

Duration: Full day
Group size: Max. 10 people
Difficulty: Easy
Starts in: Lima
Max. altitude: 400 m
Departures: Daily Departures

Places visited

Paracas Ica Huacachina

Tour at a glance

Paracas, Ica Vineyard & Huacachina Oasis Day Trip from Lima is a Full day tour operated by Explore Peru 360, a licensed local tour operator in Cusco. It starts in Lima, reaches a maximum altitude of 400 m, runs in groups of up to 10 travelers and costs from US$35 per person. Highlights: Paracas, Ica, Huacachina.

Written & verified by the Explore Peru 360 team in Cusco · Last updated Nov 2026

Itinerary

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Tour itinerary

4:30 AM: Pickup at Plaza Norte (Av. Tomas Valle and Panamericana Norte) – 10 min grace period. 5:00 AM: Pickup at La Rambla, San Borja (Av. Javier Prado and Jr. Ucello) – 10 min grace period. 5:20 AM: Pickup at Pedestrian Bridge at Próceres (in front of Mall del Sur). Ballestas Islands: Boat tour, sighting of “El Candelabro” and marine wildlife (birds, sea lions, penguins, dolphins). Lunch in Ica: Free time to enjoy local dishes. Nietto Winery: Tour of the winery and free tasting of wines and piscos. Huacachina Oasis: Free time to explore the oasis, sand dunes, and shop for handicrafts. Chincha: Tasting of wines, cachina, and local desserts (tejas, tamales). Return to Lima: Arrival at La Rambla and Plaza Norte.

Included / Not included

Included

Bio-secure round-trip transportation.
Proper insurance, tourist SOAT.
Box lunch breakfast.
Official tour guide (Mincetur accredited).
Professional photos throughout the tour.
Anti-COVID first aid kit (pulse oximeter, alcohol, thermometer).
Free bottle of wine for groups of 5.
Visit to Huacachina Lagoon.
Entry to Ballestas Islands by yacht + life vest + guide.
Panoramic view of the dunes.
Visit to the Tourist Pier.
History and legends.
Pisco Route.
Visit to the winery.
Visit to Nietto Winery.
Wine & Pisco production tour.
Free wine and pisco tasting.
Live artistic show.

Not included

Meals.
Tourist taxes ($6.00).
Tubular rides and sandboarding ($15.00).

What to pack

Mid-season clothing + windbreaker jacket.
Sneakers. Sunglasses.
Sunscreen. Insect repellent.
Camera.

Route map

ParacasIcaHuacachina

FAQ

01Can I visit the Nazca Lines in a day from Lima?

Yes, our day trip includes round-trip bus from Lima and the overflight.

02How do I combine Cusco and Lake Titicaca?

By scenic tourist bus (about 10 h) or a short flight to Juliaca.

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