Paracas & Huacachina 2 Day Tour from Lima: Night at Desert Oasis

Day 1: Lima - Ballestas Islands (Paracas) - Pisco Vineyard - Huacachina

1. Lima
   Pass by
   Get ready bright and early with a pickup from your hotels and transfer in a luxury, air-conditioned Peru Hop bus with onboard high-speed Wi-Fi, reclining seats and an onboard restroom - a major upgrade from cramped vans. No stops along the way, so pack your favorite snacks and coffee for the scenic drive along Peru’s stunning coastline.
2. Las Islas Ballestas
   2h · Admission ticket included
   Board a fast speedboat and cruise out into the Pacific to explore the Ballestas Islands, famously known as “The Poor Man’s Galapagos.” Along the way, you’ll spot the mysterious Candelabra geoglyph carved into a coastal hill - a prehistoric puzzle still unsolved.
   As you approach the islands, prepare to be surrounded by hundreds of sea lions, Humboldt penguins, pelicans, and other exotic marine life. Your bilingual guide will explain the fragile ecosystem and local lore while you soak in the sea breeze and wildlife photography opportunities.
3. Culturpisco
   3h
   Guided tour and tasting at a traditional pisco vineyard in the Ica valley, the heart of Peru's pisco country. See how the national spirit is made from grape to glass, then taste a range of artisanal piscosh your guide before continuing to the Huacachina oasis.
4. Huacachina Oasis
   2h · Admission ticket included
   Arrive in Huacachina, the desert oasis surrounded by some of the tallest dunes in South America. Ride the dunes on a 2-hour dune buggy and sandboarding session, then toast the sunset from the top of the dunes. Tonight you stay in the oasis (accommodation not included: book any hostel or hotel in Huacachina).

Day 2: Huacachina - Lima

1. Huacachina
   5h
   Wake up in the oasis with free time to enjoy it at your own pace. Climb the dunes for sweeping views over Huacachina, relax by the lagoon, or browse the local artisanal shops, then board your Peru Hop bus back to Lima.
2. Lima
   Pass by
   Settle in for a smooth return ride to Lima aboard your comfortable Peru Hop bus with onboard high-speed Wi-Fi - ideal for sharing your best Huacachina and vineyard photos on the way back. You’ll arrive in Miraflores around 11:45 PM. For drop-offs outside Miraflores, please allow for additional travel time.

Pickup details

View the pickup list when booking to see if your hotel is included among the pickup points. If it is not on the list, choose “I'll decide later" or "My hotel is not on the list" and after booking let us know where you are staying. We will inform you whether we can pick you up directly at your hotel, or the nearest alternative.

-Pick ups from hotels/hostels in San Isidro: between 4:50 am and 5:00 am
-Pick ups from hotels/hostels in Miraflores: between 5:00 am and 5:40 am
-Pick ups from hotels/hostels in Barranco: between 5:45 am and 6:00 am

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• The bus will be back in Miraflores around 11:30 pm - midnight (will be later for Lima downtown)
• Minimum age for the buggy and sandboarding tour is 7 years
• The Only company with Luxury Buses for the long journey, others use small vans
• The tour runs with slight adjustments during the following holidays: Easter weekend (April 2-5) and Peru's Independence Day celebrations (July 27-29). The pick-up time will be 1 hour before the usual time.