What kind of clothes will I need in this adventure?

For the day of the Ballestas Islands should have a coat because can be little colder, for the rest of the days can go with summer clothes especially in summer season (from December to March).

What physical condition do I need for this adventure?

It is not necessary to have a great physical condition to perform the tours. They can be done by people of any age who do not have physical limitations.

How much extra money do you recommend to take? What is not included?

Depending on the expenses you want to make, it is enough with $250 and $500 usd. This adventure does not include transport from Lima to Paracas (29 s / approx), from Ica to Nazca (13 s /.) And from Nazca to Lima (19 s /.), Lunch and dinner and anything else not mentioned in the itinerary. The average price per dish in Peru is between 25 and 35 s/.

What currency do you recommend to bring?

he currency used isPeru isthe Sol . We recommend that you change into your local currency before arriving in the country or at the airport. Some commercial establishments accept international credit and debit cards. Smaller towns may not have ATMs, so it is recommended that you carry some cash on hand. ###MX In the following link you can find an estimate of the current exchange rate in Mexican Pesos: https://www.xe.com/es/currencyconverter/convert/?Amount=1&From=PEN&To=MXN ###CO In the following link you can find an estimate of the current exchange rate in Colombian Pesos: https://www.xe.com/es/currencyconverter/convert/?Amount=1&From=PEN&To=COP Note: The exchange rate may vary depending on the bank or exchange house where it is processed.

How are the breakfasts?

The package includes "American and Continental" breakfast with a variety of fruits, breads, cold meats, dairy products, coffees and juices. All breakfasts are included with hotel nights. Do not have specific options for vegetarians or vegans.

How are the hotels where we will stay at?

It depends on the date and availability, but they are always three-star hotels with spacious, comfortable rooms, with all their amenities and pool in the common areas. Single or double occupancy. Commonly we will stay at the Hotel Residencial Los Frayles 3 stars (in Paracas, it has a swimming pool and restaurant, in addition to Wi-Fi, hot water and all the comforts) and in Nazca House (in Nazca, with Wi-Fi, hot water, cable TV, common areas).

What happens if I arrive to Paracas the day before, or before 10:30 am?

If you arrive a day early, you can add an extra hotel night. If you arrive the same day but earlier, just let us know your arrival time, and we will be waiting for you at the bus terminal.

Is there a place that you recommend us to visit in our free time?

It is also recommended discovering Playa la Mina, located at 25 minutes from Paracas to the south. You can get there with several public and private transport options from Paracas. The entrance to the place has a price of 11 Soles.

Do you recommend booking bus tickets in advance?

Preferably in advance, although it is very rare not to find available buying at the moment. With the company Cruz del Sur you can buy them online with a credit card without problems. There are more options but this has enough schedules and amenities.

Do I need a visa to enter the country?

It is necessary to check directly with your country's embassy to confirm if there are any visa requirements. This will depend on your nationality. It is also important that the passport has at least six months validity from the return of the trip. In the following link it is possible to consult if you require a visa to enter Peru: http://www.consulado.pe/es/Santiago/Paginas/Visa-Turista.aspx ###MX Travelers with Mexican passports can enter Peru with NO visa. ###CO T ravelers with Colombian passports can enter Peru with NO visa.

Does it include international flights to reach the destination?

No, this experience does not include international and/or local flights. ###MX The approximate rate leaving Mexico is between $7,298 MXN. ###CO The approximate rate leaving the city of Bogota is between $371 USD. NOTE: The rates presented above are merely indicative, the price may vary according to the time.

Tour Paracas - Ica - Nazca

Entrance Tickets

To all the places visited

Accommodation Paracas

3 nights in Paracas. Includes breakfast

Accommodation Nazca

1 night in Nazca. Includes breakfast

Paracas Reserve Tour

Paracas National Reserve Tour - 4 hours

Ballestas Islands Tour

Ballestas Islands tour - 2 hours

ATV tour

By the sand dunes- 2 hours

Tambo Colorado Visit

Tour through the archeological site - 3.5 hours

Ica City

City tour in Ica - 2.5 hours

Buggy & Sandboarding

On the sand dunes - 1 hour

Flight over Nazca Lines

Flight over this incredible zone - 35 minutes

Chauchilla

Tour by the cementery

Transfer Huacachina

Transfer from Paracas to Huacachina on a touristic bus (shared bus)

Guides

English or Spanish speaking guides

Daily Transportation

To all the places visited and back to your hotel

Not included:

Bus Lima - Paracas

You can check with your guide (trought the Chat) the best option.

Bus Ica - Nasca

Bus Nasca - Lima

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Day 1 Arrival in Paracas- Paracas National Reserve
10:30 am - 3:00 pm

Arrival in Paracas- Paracas National Reserve

At 10:30 am we will pick you up at the bus terminal in Paracas and then move to the office from which we will depart to visit the reserve. We recommend you to take the bus Cruz del Sur or any other bus that leaves from Lima at 6:40 am so you arrive on time to Paracas. If you get there one day before, you have to arrive by 11:00 am to the office from which we'll depart (address will be in the confirmation email once you book).
Next you start the Paracas National Reserve Tour, where you will visit the flamingos or parihuanas viewpoint, the unique cathedral made of the erosion of the wind and the sea, the Red beach (unique in the Peruvian coast), the marine fossil, and the Lagunillas beach, where you can have lunch and rest.
At 3:00 p.m., you will be back at the hotel.
Note: Bus from Lima to Paracas is not included. Timings in the itinerary are approximate and may change in destination.
Meals: Not included
Accommodation: Residencial Los Frayles Hotel or similar, double occupancy
Day 2 Paracas- Ballestas Islands Tour- Paracas
7:45 am - 10:00 am

Paracas- Ballestas Islands Tour- Paracas

At 7:45 am we'll pick you up from the hotel to transfer you to the pier, we recommend you to have breakfast before. Then, at 8:00 am you will start the tour around the Ballestas Islands. It is the most important wild sanctuary of the Peruvian coast, where you will observe sea lions, pelicans, penguins, and other marine birds. You will be back in Paracas by 10:00 am.
Day 3 Paracas- Tambo Colorado and Pisco- Paracas
9:00 am - 1:00 pm

Paracas- Tambo Colorado and Pisco- Paracas

At 9:00 a.m. we'll pick you up at your hotel to start the visit around the Tambo Colorado Ruins, we recommend you to have breakfast before at the hotel. the transfer to the ruins will be of approximately one hour, where you will be able to observe the Pisco Valley, its small towns, and the Pisco river.
Upon arrival at the archeological center you will visit a small museum in Tambo colorado, where you can find archeological remains from that era. After a walk to enter this archaeological center, you can observe the main square where the offerings were made to the Sun God. Tambo Colorado was an Inca settlement (1450 BC) located in the province of Pisco, on the right bank of the Pisco River valley. You will be back at the hotel around 1:00 p.m.
Meals: Breakfast at the hotel
Accommodation: Residencial Los Frayles Hotel or similar, double occupancy
Day 4 Paracas- Ica- Huacachina Lagoon
11:00 am - 6:00 pm

Paracas- Ica- Huacachina Lagoon

At 11:00 a.m., after breakfast at the hotel, we will pick you up from your hotel and move to the Huacachina on a shared tourist bus. Upon arrival in Ica, you will start the city tour at 1:20 pm. You will taste the "Pisco", an emblematic drink of the zone. Later you will arrive to the Huacachina Lagoon; known as the oasis of SouthAmerica. This is a beautiful place surrounded by palm trees and immense dunes.
At 4:00 pm get high on adrenaline on the buggies and sand-boarding activity.
Day 5 Nazca Lines- Bus station- Lima
9:00 am - 3:00 pm

Nazca Lines- Bus station- Lima

At 9:00 a.m., after breakfast, we will pick you up from your hotel and drive you to the aerodrome to fly over the Nazca Lines. You will see huge line drawings of animals, birds and geometric figures drawn on the desert; these can only be appreciated from the air. The flight time is 35 minutes.
Then, you will visit three emblematic places: the enigmatic cemetery of Chauchilla, located about 30 km from the city of Nazca, the ceramics workshop (Nazca ceramics are considered the best ceramics in South America), and the gold extraction workshop.
Afterwards, you take the transfer to the bus terminal Cruz del Sur, so you can board the bus back to Lima.
Meals: Breakfast at the hotel
Accommodation: Not included

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Arrival in Paracas- Paracas National Reserve

Paracas- Ballestas Islands Tour- Paracas

Paracas- Tambo Colorado and Pisco- Paracas

Paracas- Ica- Huacachina Lagoon

Nazca Lines- Bus station- Lima

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