Top Ica Art & Culture

The southwestern region of Peru has an ideal climate for growing grapes. On this tour from Ica, visit one of the oldest wineries in South America as well as an artisanal winery to sample the wines and piscos of the region. Take guided tours of each facility and learn about the winemaking process before enjoying the tastings of their respective products.

Ica is known for its exceptional production of pisco and wine, with about 150 wineries located in the lovely valleys just outside the city. Enjoy the Pisco route, exploring renowned wineries and vineyards, where you will learn the making process of different liquors such as pisco, wines and sparkling wines. Get surprised with the tasting of the national drink, and discover the passion for Peruvian Pisco.

What sets our tour apart is the perfect combination of tradition, history and authenticity. At the Vista Alegre Winery, you will get up close and personal with the pisco and wine production process in one of Ica’s most iconic wineries, with decades of history that enrich the experience. In addition, you will enjoy a guided tasting of its best wines and piscos in an environment full of charm and tradition. In the family winery, you will live a warm and authentic experience. A traditional family will welcome you to share their cultural heritage with passion. You will learn about the origin of pisco in Peru while tasting pisco, wine and pisco cream, made with the care of those who keep this legacy alive. Both visits offer history, flavor and authenticity. Book now and live the true spirit of Ica!

Bring your snowboarding skills to the desert on this 3-hour sandboarding experience in Ica. Whether you’re an experienced boarder or have never been, this adventure is for you. First sit through a short sandboarding lesson at Huacachina oasis, and then take a buggy up to one of the tallest desert dunes to practice your skills. Ride the sand or catch air, while you take in stunning views of the everlasting golden scenery.

Venture into the Peruvian desert for a thrilling adventure over the Nazca Lines and the dunes of Hucachina on this full-day tour from Ica. Join a small group and take a flight over the Nazca Lines to see giant petroglyphs carved into the hard soil. Then, head to the Huacachina Oasis where you can zip around the dunes in a buggy and on sandboards.

Discover the essence of Peruvian pisco through an experience that combines tradition, history and flavor. Visit Hacienda La Caravedo, the oldest operating distillery in America, where you will know the process of making the pisco and enjoy a Classic Tasting with carefully selected varieties. The experience continues in an artisan winery, where you will taste wines, piscos and creams while discovering traditional production methods that are part of the identity of Ica. An ideal route to know two completely different forms of production in an authentic, balanced and memorable experience. ✨

In our experience we will enjoy the flora and fauna of the Ballestas Islands, the imposing geoglyph El Candelabro, which is related to the Paracas and Nazca culture where we will also visit the best beaches of the Paracas national reserve, you will have free time for lunch in front of nature the best fish and seafood is an unforgettable experience to have a good time with families and friends

This tour of the Canyon of the Lost offers an authentic and well-organized experience, designed for travelers to enjoy the destination in total comfort and safety. Unlike other tours, we travel in small groups, allowing for more personalized attention and a more relaxed pace of exploration. We have experienced local guides who explain the geological origin of the canyon, its natural formations and the marine fossils found in the area, enriching the visit with clear and entertaining information. In addition, we select the best canyon points and natural viewpoints, ensuring sufficient time for exploration and photography, without rush. This service includes reliable tourist transportation, permanent assistance and crowd-avoiding planning, allowing travelers to connect with nature and enjoy the silence of the desert.

The Nazca Lines are a cultural heritage of humanity which you should visit during your tour of Peru. The flight over the Nazca Lines lasts approximately 30 to 35 minutes, the pilots of the plane will be the guides during the excursion. Each passenger will have their own window where you will be able to appreciate the most important Nazca lines.

Travelers should book this visit as they will know the geoglyphs and Nazca Lines, cultural heritage of humanity aboard modern airplanes, a unique experience for culture lovers who go from Lima to Arequipa or Cuzco, or wish to return to Ica , or if they are in Nazca we can pick them up from their hotel in Nazca with all their things and can take advantage of the transfer to the city of ica and enjoy the flight where this stop is unmissable for your adventure to our Peru.

Discover the most exclusive experience of Hacienda Tacama with the Don Manuel Tour, a visit designed for those who want to live wine and pisco to another level. Tour the oldest vineyard in South America, get to know its historic and modern spaces, and enjoy the most special moment of the experience: a premium tasting led by sommelier in an exclusive underground cava, accompanied by a carefully selected pairing board. An elegant, sensory and authentic experience to discover Tacama in a completely different way. ✨

Go beyond simply viewing museum exhibits. With an expert local guide, you'll uncover the stories, symbolism, and historical context behind the artifacts, making each gallery engaging and easy to understand. This experience transforms a museum visit into a fascinating journey through over 4,000 years of history.

Two hours from the city of Ica is Nazca, this immersive experience promises a day of discovery, ancient wonders, and extraordinary insights into the rich history of Nazca. Don't miss your chance to be part of this extraordinary journey! We will learn more about our culture, the Lines and Figures of the Nasca pampas. We will visit the María Reiche Museum to learn a little about the mysteries of this magical area. We will visit the Metallic viewpoint, from where we can see 2 figures.

Discover the attractions within the city of Ica as well as its famous nearby attractions with this shared tour. Take a tour of Ica to see its main square and church, and try some local candy. Stop at the town of Cachiche to learn about its legendary witches, before heading to the popular Huacachina Oasis. Travel out into the dunes in dune buggies to give sandboarding a try and watch the sunset. Huacachina tourist tax not included.

You are picked up from your hotel in the city to explore the Plaza de Armas and stroll through the charming streets, both of historic and modern Ica. You visit the Regional Museum of Ica, showcasing the evolution of the five most influential cultures of the region: Paracas, Nazca, Wari, Ica Chincha, and Inca. Then, enjoy an enriching visit to a local winery, where you learn all about the production of Peruvian wine and Pisco, followed by a tasting session. Finally, take in the stunning desert landscape surrounding Huacachina Lagoon, known as the "Oasis of America." At the end of the tour, you are taken back to your hotel.

Discover the essence of Ica in a carefully designed experience that combines history, tradition and authentic flavors. Visit the iconic Hacienda Tacama, the oldest vineyard in South America, where you will tour its historic facilities and enjoy a tasting of wines, sparkling wines and pisco in an environment full of tradition. Then, continue to a specially selected artisan winery, where you will know the most authentic and traditional side of local production while tasting artisan wines, piscos and typical creams. More than visiting many wineries, this experience seeks to offer a better selected, comfortable and truly memorable route, combining the elegance of Tacama with the charm of an artisan winery in a single day. ✨

You can embark on a fascinating tour of one of the traditional wineries of Ica and enjoy the adventure offered by the Huachina desert in Buggies.

Explore the stunning Ballesta Islands and the desert oasis of Huacachina on this exciting day trip from Lima. Start your adventure with pick-up from your hotel in the morning, followed by a delicious breakfast at a local bakery. Watch diverse marine life in the Ballestas Islands, including sea lions and Humboldt penguins, before enjoying a wine and pisco tasting at a local winery. The adventure continues with exciting buggy and sandboard rides in Huacachina, the "Oasis of America". After a day full of fun and culture, return to Lima at night, creating unforgettable memories along the way. - Full-day excursion from Lima, visiting the Ballestas Islands and Huacachina - Enjoy morning pick-up from hotels in Miraflores, San Isidro and Barranco - Experience buggies and sandboarding in the oasis of Huacachina - Includes wine and pisco tasting in a local winery

Live a unique experience with friends or family and visit 25 different geoglyphs from Palpa to Nazca, and on your overflight tour of the lines and Nazca Geogligos 13 more figures, adding a total of 38 enigmatic geoglyphs in an area of approximately 450 kilometers squares

Explore the vibrant city of Ica and the stunning Huacachina Oasis on this unique tour. Travel in a traditional tuk tuk, immersing yourself in local culture as you visit landmarks like Luren Church and enjoy tastings of delicious traditional sweets. Then, venture into the Huacachina Oasis for breathtaking scenery and capture memorable moments. The adventure culminates in an exhilarating two-hour dune buggy ride as you watch the sunset over the desert, creating an unforgettable experience. - Experience Ica in a tuk tuk or private vehicle based on your group size - Visit Luren Church and taste local specialties during the city tour - Enjoy a guided winery visit with local wine and pisco tastings - Conclude with a thrilling sunset dune buggy ride in Huacachina

The tour begins in a producer of wine and pisco, products that have made the valleys of the Ica desert famous. Then, we will visit the Regional Museum of Ica where we will appreciate the evolution of the five most representative cultures of the region such as Paracas, Nazca, Wari, Ica Chincha and Inca. Thereafter is a visit to the sanctuary of the Lord of Luren, a dark-skinned saint from Ica, whose carvedimage was made in Spain in the year 1556. On the third Monday of October each year the image is taken from the church and carried through the streets of Ica accompanied by hundreds of devotees. Finally, you will visit Lake Huacachina. Originally an oasis in the middle of the desert, the lake is one of Ica´s major attractions. It is surrounded by large sand dunes and offers a variety of optional services: from good food to an adrenalin-stimulating sand buggy ride through the desert.

Check out the beaches and wildlife in both the Ballestas Islands in Paracas and the National Reserve, with excellent photo opportunities. Transport to and from hotels in Ica is included, so you don’t need to worry about organizing that yourself. The boat ride, entrance tickets, and your guide are all taken care of, letting you focus on enjoying the outing.

Explore the natural beauty of Paracas on a tour that takes you to the Ballestas Islands, home to incredible marine fauna and rock formations. From your hotel in Huacachina or Ica, you start the tour to Paracas for an exciting boat trip, where you can see sea lions, penguins and various birds. The tour includes an exploration of the Paracas National Reserve, where you visit Playa Roja and Playa La Mina, ideal for relaxing and enjoying the scenery. With time for lunch in Playa Lagunillas, this experience is perfect for nature and photography lovers. - Departure from Huacachina or Ica with transfer included - 1.5 hour boat tour to the Ballestas Islands - Visit to the Paracas National Reserve and Playa Roja - Opportunity to have lunch in Playa Lagunillas