Paracas – Ica – Huacachina · Full Day Private Tour

STEP-BY-STEP ITINERARY

Tour Schedule & Daily Program

Meticulously curated minute by minute to maximize your experience at every destination at a relaxed, unhurried pace with dedicated private transportation.

STAGE 01 08:00 – 09:00 AM · PARACAS

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PARACAS · MARINE WILDLIFE

Arrival in Paracas & Ballestas Islands

Arrival in Paracas via Cruz del Sur intercity coach. Our host warmly welcomes you at the station and escorts you to the El Chaco tourist marina. Embark on a modern maritime speedboat equipped with certified life jackets. Along the ocean crossing, admire the enigmatic Paracas Candelabra geoglyph etched into the desert cliffs, followed by an exhilarating cruise around the Ballestas Islands to witness prolific marine wildlife: colonies of sea lions, Humboldt penguins, Peruvian boobies, pelicans, and Inca terns.

🛥️ Maritime Speedboat + Certified Life Jacket Included

STAGE 02 APPROX. 11:20 AM · PARACAS

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PARACAS · EL CHACO

Return + Free Time at El Chaco Promenade

Return to the El Chaco marina boulevard. Enjoy leisurely free time to stroll along the coastline, capture vibrant seaside photography, relax beside the bay breeze, and discover Paracas’ artisan craft stalls and souvenir boutiques.

🛍️ Coastal Boardwalk & Artisan Markets

STAGE 03 12:00 – 01:20 PM · ICA COUNTRYSIDE

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ICA · HERITAGE VINEYARDS

CulturPisco Artisanal Winery

Private executive transfer toward the lush countryside of Ica (1-hour drive in a dedicated private vehicle for up to 4 guests). Visit the renowned CulturPisco boutique estate: an intimate guided tour featuring Peruvian Pisco and fine wine tasting, discovering traditional copper still distillation secrets, followed by time for lunch savoring authentic regional Iqueño specialties.

🍇 Guided Pisco & Fine Wine Tasting

Traditional Pisco Clay Jars - CulturPisco Artisanal Winery

STAGE 04 02:30 – 03:20 PM · HUACACHINA

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HUACACHINA · ICA

Huacachina Desert Oasis

Arrive at the most iconic natural desert oasis in all of the Americas: the legendary Laguna de Huacachina. An emerald oasis fringed by palms, eucalyptus trees, and towering golden dunes. Enjoy relaxed free time to walk along the promenade and capture world-class landscape photography.

🌴 Iconic Oasis Lagoon & Continental Dunes

STAGE 05 STARTS AT 04:00 PM · ADRENALINE

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SAND DUNES · HUACACHINA

4x4 Dune Buggies & Sandboarding

The day’s ultimate adrenaline highlight: a thrilling high-speed circuit in 4x4 dune buggies across the rolling sand dunes of Ica, featuring steep climbs, dramatic drops, and stops at magnificent panoramic sunset viewpoints. Then, glide down the world-famous sand dunes with certified sandboarding equipment and professional instructor guidance.

🏎️ 4x4 Dune Buggies + Certified Guide + Boards

STAGE 06 05:30 – 06:00 PM · ICA TERMINAL

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RETURN TO LIMA

Service Conclusion & Terminal Transfer

Final private executive transfer to the Ica bus terminal, precisely synchronized with each traveler's reserved coach departure time. Direct return journey to Lima with an estimated arrival between 12:00 AM and 01:00 AM.

🚌 Terminal Drop-off + Coordinated Return

Lima ⇄ Paracas

Scenic 3.5-hour drive south of Lima along the South Pan-American Highway. Ballestas Islands departures are scheduled between 7:45 AM and 11:00 AM.

Paracas ⇄ Ica

Smooth 50-minute to 1-hour transit in private executive transport exclusively for our group of 4 guests.

Ica ⇄ Lima

Direct return coach journey of approximately 4.5 hours aboard comfortable Cruz del Sur express coaches.

COMPLEMENTARY TRANSPORT & LOGISTICS

Additional Transit Costs & Recommended Coach Schedules

We seamlessly coordinate your tickets with Cruz del Sur and trusted local taxi operators for a smooth, stress-free travel experience.

🚌 Cruz del Sur: Lima ➔ Paracas (Outbound)

Recommended departure: 04:00 AM (arrival at 07:15 AM to start the tour at 08:00 AM).

Sleeper Bed Service 160° S/ 75 ($ 22.24 USD)
Semi-Bed Service 140° S/ 60 ($ 17.80 USD)

🚌 Cruz del Sur: Ica ➔ Lima (Return)

Recommended departure: 08:30 PM (estimated arrival in Lima approx. 00:25 AM).

Semi-Bed Service 140° S/ 55 ($ 16.31 USD)

🚕 Local Taxi & Official Entry Fees

Standard reserve conservation taxes and internal transfers.

Round-trip Taxi (Hotel ⇄ Terminal) S/ 50 ($ 3.75 ea / shared)
Paracas / Ballestas Marine Fee S/ 16 ($ 4.74 USD)
Huacachina Dune Conservation Tax S/ 8.10 ($ 2.40 USD)

What's Included

Personalized meet-and-greet reception upon arrival at Paracas station
Private executive transfers Paracas – Ica – Huacachina (max. 4 guests)
High-speed boat tour to Ballestas Islands + certified regulation life jacket
Guided winery tour and artisanal spirits tasting at CulturPisco heritage estate
Guided visit and free leisure time at the iconic Huacachina Oasis
Thrilling 4x4 dune buggy circuit and sandboarding across the desert dunes
Certified professional sandboarding instructor and high-grade boards
Final synchronized drop-off transfer to the Ica central bus terminal
Accredited local expert guides throughout each destination

Not Included

Interprovincial bus tickets Lima – Paracas / Ica – Lima
Meals and beverages (lunch at the winery or Huacachina)
Personal expenses, shopping, and souvenirs
Paracas / Ballestas reserve entrance fee: S/ 16 per person ($ 4.74 USD)
Huacachina dune conservation municipal tax: S/ 8.10 per person ($ 2.40 USD)
Optional activities or services not explicitly mentioned in the itinerary

⚠️ Important Notice & Maritime Operating Conditions: All indicated schedules are strictly referential and may vary depending on intercity bus arrival times, road traffic along the Pan-American highway, weather conditions, or maritime vessel operational windows. Speedboat navigation to the Ballestas Islands is strictly subject to ocean conditions and official harbor opening or closure notices issued by the Directorate of Port Captaincies of the Peruvian Navy (Capitanía de Puerto de la Marina de Guerra del Perú).

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