2 Day Tour from Lima: Nazca Lines Flight, Paracas, and Huacachina

Day 1: Lima - Paracas - Pisco vineyard - Huacachina

1. Lima
   4h
   Kick off your adventure with an early morning departure from Lima (6:00 AM). Board your comfortable, air-conditioned Peru Hop bus with onboard high-speed Wi-Fi - perfect for catching up on messages or posting your first photos- as you head south along Peru’s scenic Pacific coastline, arriving in the beach town of Paracas around 10:00 AM - just in time for your first major excursion.
2. Las Islas Ballestas
   2h · Admission ticket included
   Board a speedboat for a thrilling ride to the Ballestas Islands - often called the “Little Galápagos.” Get up close to sea lions, Humboldt penguins, and colonies of seabirds, all in their natural habitat. If you’re lucky, you might even catch a glimpse of dolphins swimming nearby. Along the way, spot the mysterious Candelabra geoglyph etched into the desert cliffside.
3. Ica
   3h
   After returning to Paracas, continue inland to a traditional vineyard in the Ica region — the heart of Peru’s pisco industry. Enjoy a guided tour through the distillery, learn how Peru’s iconic spirit is crafted from grape to glass, and taste a variety of artisanal piscos. Your expert guide will walk you through the production process and share the history behind this beloved drink.
4. Oasis Huacachina
   3h · Admission ticket included
   At approximately 3:00 PM, arrive in the legendary Huacachina Oasis — a surreal palm-lined lagoon surrounded by massive rolling dunes. Enjoy some free time to explore, relax by the water, or snap stunning photos of this iconic desert oasis.
   
   Get ready for adrenaline! Strap into a dune buggy for a wild ride up and over the largest sand dunes in South America, then grab a board and surf your way down. Whether you're a thrill-seeker or first-timer, this sandboarding session delivers unforgettable views and serious fun - all set against the cinematic backdrop of Huacachina’s golden landscape.

Day 2: Huacachina - Nazca - Lima

1. Huacachina
   4h
   Rise early and depart the oasis at 7:00 AM aboard a private shuttle bound for Nazca. Watch the desert landscapes shift as you journey deep into one of Peru’s most mysterious regions. Arrival is around 11:00 AM - just in time for your aerial adventure.
2. Nasca Lines
   40m
   Strap in for an unforgettable flight over the UNESCO-listed Nazca Lines, where you'll see giant ancient geoglyphs - monkeys, hummingbirds, and more - carved mysteriously into the desert floor. The views from the sky are absolutely surreal, and your guaranteed window seat ensures you won’t miss a thing.
   Important: Original passport required for check-in.
3. Acueductos de Nasca
   1h · Admission ticket not included
   Delve deeper into Nazca’s ancient engineering with an optional visit to the Cantalloc Aqueducts - a marvel of pre-Incan design. These spiral stone structures have been channeling underground water to the desert for over 1,500 years and are still in use today. A hidden gem for history lovers.
4. Nazca
   4h
   After your time in Nazca, relax during your return trip to Huacachina. Arrive by early evening, with a short break before your final journey home.
5. Huacachina
   5h
   At 7:00 PM, board your comfortable Peru Hop bus with onboard Wi-Fi for the final leg to Lima - ideal for sharing your best Huacachina and Nazca photos on the way back. Arrival is around 11:30 PM - just in time to reflect on two unforgettable days of Peruvian adventure.

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 are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Passenger MUST present their original passport at the airport for the flight
• Passengers over 95 Kg must pay for an extra seat on the plane directly to the operator ($80 USD)
• 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.
• Pickup time and detailed information will be to shared through Whatsapp. Please download Whatsapp if you don't have it