What to do and see in Pisco, Ica Region: The Best Sightseeing Tours

February 2, 2022 Etsuko Causey

Discover the best top things to do in Pisco, Peru including Ballestas Islands, Paracas Reserve and Skulls Museum Private Tour from Lima, Ballestas Islands, Winery & Nazca Lines Private Tour from Lima, Private Tour To Nazca Lines From Lima, Full day in Paracas Ica and Huacachina from Lima. All inclusive, 4-Day: Lima to the Canyon in Arequipa, Ballestas Islands, Tacama Vineyard & Huacachina Oasis Private Tour from Lima, Ballestas Islands Sightseeing Boat Ride from Paracas, 13-Day Tour from Lima:Machu Picchu, Lake Titicaca, Colca Canyon and Nazca Lines, Private Tour: Full-Day Paracas Tour from Lima, Inca Trail to Machu Picchu 2 Days and 1 Night.
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1. Ballestas Islands, Paracas Reserve and Skulls Museum Private Tour from Lima

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Located just 3 hours south of Lima we can find the Paracas Reserve and the Ballestas Islands, which host several species of birds, sea lions, fish as well as various marine species. See unique elongated skulls and beautiful textiles as you learn more about the Paracas culture. Discover the natural beauty of this place, in a full-day tour with a delicious seafood lunch in front of the sea.

Inclusions: Tourist Transportation (Minivan or SUV), Tour Guide on board, Breakfast box & refreshing drinks included, Seafood lunch included, Ballestas Islands tour, Paracas Reserve & Museum Tour, Permanent Assistance

Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase), Gratuities

Reviewed By E6419MQemmah

Excellent tour, the Guide Lucas has the best knowledge of the Culture and his history. Kenyi is an excellent driver too. Entertaining, didactic and safe ????????

2. Ballestas Islands, Winery & Nazca Lines Private Tour from Lima

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Experience a nature and adventure full day tour. See a group of islands with a great variety of wildlife and sea animals living in their natural habitat. Discover the ancient geoglyphs of the Nazca desert and enjoy spectacular landscapes. Enjoy delicious food and try local drinks in a unique winery.

Inclusions: Tourist Transportation (Minivan or SUV), Tour guide on board, Breakfast box + Refreshing drinks + Lunch., Ballestas Islands Tour + Taxes., Nazca Lines Overflight + Airport Taxes., Winery Tour & Tasting of local Piscos and Wines.

Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks (Available to purchase), Souvenirs (Available to purchase).

Reviewed By E6419MQemmah

Excellent tour, the Guide Lucas has the best knowledge of the Culture and his history. Kenyi is an excellent driver too. Entertaining, didactic and safe ????????

3. Private Tour To Nazca Lines From Lima

Cusco Holiday Peru Servicios Turisticos
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Nasca Lines – The Sacred Landscape The lines are known as geoglyphs – drawings on the ground made by removing rocks and earth to create a “negative” image. The rocks which cover the desert have oxidized and weathered to a deep rust color, and when the top 12-15 inches of rock is removed, a light-colored, high contrasting sand is exposed. Because there’s so little rain, wind and erosion, the exposed designs have stayed largely intact for 500 to 2000 years. Scientists believe that the majority of lines were made by the Nasca people who flourished from around A.D. 1 to 700. Certain areas of the pampa look like a well-used chalk board, with lines overlapping other lines, and designs cut through with straight lines of both ancient and more modern origin.

Inclusions: 24-hour-support, All taxes, fees and handling charges, Private tour, Professional guide, Transport by private vehicle with A/C, 30 - 45 minutes Flight over the Nazca LineS

Exclusions: Insurance of any kind, Gratuities

Reviewed By Valerie D

After a 10 day Traveling adventure with a group through another traveling group, my friend and I opted for a private tour of Rainbow Mountain! Unfortunately it snowed on the day we reserved our tour; however it was one of our most enjoyable days due to the kindness of our guide Richard. He was very informative regarding the history and culture of the area and people. We were able to see some beautiful sites on the way to and home. We met some local folks, stopped by a lovely place to eat Los Cabanas and have coffee. The food was awesome!! Richard took some beautiful photos and was patient with us when we wanted to stop to view some sights/alpacas!! The time with Cusco Holiday Peru Servicios Turisticos was one of our most favorite and memorable!! Thanks for such a wonderful time and adventure!!

4. Full day in Paracas Ica and Huacachina from Lima. All inclusive

Inca Trilogy Tours
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Live a day full of Magic, adventure and adrenaline south of Lima, we will know the park of the most important sea lions reserve in South America, we will also visit the Huacachina Oasis and practice adventure sports and learn about the flagship drink of Peru , the "Pisco Sour".

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Official Tourism Guide, Tour in Ballestas Islands, Tour in Huacachina, Pisco Sour Tasting

Exclusions: Tips, Lunch, Breakfast, Port Taxes

Reviewed By andrewgB378WO

Very good and informative, guide had great English and great knowledge. Walked the same area the day previous and had no idea of the buildings and histories I was passing. Would recommend and will use inca trilogy tours again for more excursions.

5. 4-Day: Lima to the Canyon in Arequipa

Miraflores, Peru Peru Hop
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Take a speedboat out to the Ballestas Islands to see penguins and sea lions in their natural habitat. – Paracas Dune Buggy up and Sandboard down the biggest sand dunes at the only desert oasis in South America. – Huacachina Make a quick stop (30 minutes) to see the Nazca Lines for free, or let us assist with a Nazca Lines flight (overnight stay required). – Nazca Tour or trek the second deepest canyon in the world at the Colca Canyon. – Arequipa Free hotel/hostel pickups and dropoffs at every stop. Avoid ripoffs and unsafe taxis.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Restroom on board, Pick up and drop off at your hotel, Horse Exhibition, Chincha Secret Slaves Tunnels, Paracas National Reserve Tour, Pisco Vineyard Guided Tour, Nazca Viewing Tower, Bilingual Guide

Exclusions: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Reviewed By Pradeep K

Where do I start? I’m a solo traveler who booked a ticket to Peru 4 days before the flight and I’ve never been to South America and nor can I speak Spanish which made me anxious. Peru Hop was the first company I contacted via email and they have been super helpful!! From all the communication, the arrangements, Peru hop made it so so easy!! It’s not like the hop on hop off buses in Europe, this is a tour full of experiences and I’m always skeptical for paying to travel around but this is well worth it. More importantly the guides were great in particular Ricardo!! This guy made me feel so welcomed, talked to me like we’ve know each other for ages. He answered all my questions, made enquirer for me, and looked after me. Alex have such good insight to the national reserve. I met wonderful people and had the best time of my life. I’m booking Peru Hop again for Cusco to lake titicaca. I don’t usually write reviews but I had to share how good they were.

6. Ballestas Islands, Tacama Vineyard & Huacachina Oasis Private Tour from Lima

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Enjoy a private and unique experience exploring the famous Ballestas Islands admiring rocky formations and unique sea animals living in their natural habitat. Visit the oldest vineyard in Southamerica and learn the process of production of wines, sparkling wines and exquisite piscos. Explore the land of this vineyard and taste some of its best products in a specialized room. Feel rushes of adrenaline when getting on a buggy and practicing sandboarding through the sand dunes of Huacachina.

Inclusions: Tourist Transportation (Minivan or SUV), Tour Guide on Board, Breakfast box & Refreshing Drinks, Lunch included, Ballestas Islands tour, Huacachina Sandboarding & Buggy Ride tour, Wine tasting & Vineyard Tour.

Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase), Gratuities

Reviewed By E6419MQemmah

Excellent tour, the Guide Lucas has the best knowledge of the Culture and his history. Kenyi is an excellent driver too. Entertaining, didactic and safe ????????

7. Ballestas Islands Sightseeing Boat Ride from Paracas

Alameda Alan García Pérez, Paracas 11550, Peru Bamba
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Take a boat tour to see Peruvian boobies (native bird), penguins and abundant marine life. Check out the impressive Candelabra geoglyph, sea lions, Humboldt penguins, Peruvian pelicans as well as other impressive varieties of sea bird species. Feeling lucky? Watch the waters for dolphins.

Inclusions: 2-hour sightseeing boat ride, English-speaking guide

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Ballestas Islands entrance fee (13 Soles), Gratuities

Reviewed By Cathy A

Loved this trip the boats were modern and the guide was really educational. I would do this again all the birds and animals are as advertised.

8. 13-Day Tour from Lima:Machu Picchu, Lake Titicaca, Colca Canyon and Nazca Lines

Cultural Immersion Day Tours

Explore all the highlights of Peru on a 13-day tour from Lima. See the Sacred Valley and visit the salt terraces of Maras and Moray. Step back in time at Ollantaytambo. Discover the complex of Machu Picchu together with your tour guide. Then, travel to the highest navigable lake in the world and visit the interesting islands of Lake Titicaca - the Uros Floating Islands, made of Tortora Reed and Taquile Island. Enjoy a scenic journey by tourist coach from Puno to Colca and see the most amazing places of the Colca Canyon and spot several condors flying around. At last, have a once in a lifetime experience flying over the mysterious Nazca Lines.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Accomodation, Professional English Speaking Tour Guide, Round Trip Expedition Train To Machu Picchu, Round Trip Bus Aguas Calientes - Machu Picchu - Aguas Calientes, All Transfers And Transportation, Executive Tourist Coach: Cusco to Puno, Puno to Yanque and Arequipa to Ica, All Fees and Taxes, Flight over Nazca Lines, Entrances

Exclusions: Gratuities, International and Domestic Flights

Reviewed By Jzeliger51

We had 2 nights in the Amazon at Amazona Posadas. We packed in a lot to very little time. The lodge was beautiful and very comfortable, food was excellent. Our guide was very good but seemed a bit disinterested at times. Very knowledgeable. We then went to Cusco, had a walking tour and cooking class. Our new guide, Albero was excellent. Our cooking class with Jesus was fun, very accommodating. We then moved on to the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu. Highly recommend the hike at MP Mountain. Our guide was very supportive and patient! Next we then went to the Rainbow Mountain. Unfortunately, though I requested we NOT go to Vinicunca, that is where we were taken. It was very beautiful, but very crowded. I did not understand why we did not go to Palcoyo. Was told later it was not accessible due to landslides. This may have been the case, but was unhappy about the lack of transparency prior to embarking. Overall, we were very happy with our experience and grateful to have completed it before the travel restrictions were set in place for the COVID pandemic.

9. Private Tour: Full-Day Paracas Tour from Lima

Integrity Tourism & Transportation

This unique, private tour allows you to travel comfortably with a local guide to an amazing destination just a few hours south of Peru’s capital city of Lima on a full day excursion. You will observe various forms of wildlife, such as sea lions, flamingos and the Humboldt Penguin in their natural habitats. Departing from Lima, head to the Paracas National Park where you will enjoy the vast scenery featuring beautiful beaches of various colors, mysterious petroglyphs and enormous sand dunes contrasted against the Paracas Bay.

Inclusions: Private tour, Local guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off (from districts of San Isidro, Miraflores and Barranco), Transport by air-conditioned minivan, National Park fees, All taxes, fees and handling charges

Exclusions: Lunch, Gratuities

Reviewed By SammyandFlo

Our day led by Gabriella was well worth the extra expense of a private rather than group tour. Her enthusiasm and knowledge about the Lima's history, neighborhoods and cultural buildings made for a great orientation to the city. The itinerary was well organized given the volume of vehicle traffic, we also had ample time at each site, and never felt rushed. It's an excellent tour whether you have just a single day in Lima, or if you have more time later on to explore on your own. Thanks again!

10. Inca Trail to Machu Picchu 2 Days and 1 Night

Grand America Tour

This is a version of the classic Inca Trail, perfect for those who do not have time and do not miss the opportunity to know this famous route, and then reach the Inca citadel of Machu Picchu by the door of the sun

Inclusions: Accommodation as per itinerary, Breakfast, Buffet lunch, 2-course dinner, Bottled water, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Private tour

Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks, Gratuities

Reviewed By ShannonVManning

The city tour was AWFUL. Our guide Diego was unprofessional, our van had 15 people and NO ac or windows he didn’t seem concerned that we were all uncomfortable. Rather he sat up front with the driver listening to music and didn’t interact with the clients. There were very few times during the hour car rides when he would point anything out at all; and when we asked questions he gave minimal responses. His knowledge on the sites appeared limited and he majority of topics circled back to global warming or aliens. He shouldn’t have this job. Period. The entire group was disappointed, at least we were all able to connect through that. He wasn’t physically able to Guide us through some of the physical sites, as a result we were received minimal information about these areas. So incredibly disappointed. We had a great experience with the trekking portion with Fredy Zapata, please see post on that.

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