DAY 01: LIMA - PARACAS
Departure from Lima to Paracas at the passenger's expense (approximately 3.30 hours of travel). Arrival in Paracas and transfer to the hotel.
11:00 hrs, the Paracas National Reserve tour will begin; a protected area with the purpose of conserving and protecting the various species of flora and fauna that live there. We will be able to observe birds such as the Parihuana or flamingo, which served General Don José de San Martín as inspiration for the creation of the national colors. You will also be able to observe other migratory or resident species, such as guano birds. You will also observe La Catedral, a rock formation located between the beaches of Yumaque and Supay. In addition, you will visit Lagunillas beach. Return to Paracas.
Free afternoon to use the hotel facilities.
Accommodation in Paracas.
DAY 02: EXCURSION TO THE BALLESTAS ISLANDS | TRADITIONAL ICA CITY TOUR
Breakfast at the hotel.
At the appropriate time, we will go to the port to begin the tour to the Ballestas Islands in modern boats, where we can see El Candelabro, which is a large geoglyph that serves as a beacon for sailors, and is related to the Nazca lines and geoglyphs. We will also visit the Ballestas Islands, which are made up of rock formations where there is an important marine fauna with guano birds such as the Guanay, Piquero and Zarcillo mainly. We can also see Humboldt penguins, birds in danger of extinction. Likewise, on these islands you can see varieties of sea lions and other mammals, serving as natural refuges. Upon our return, we will go to the city of Ica. As a first stop, we will visit the artisanal winery, where we will learn about the production of wine and Pisco, and you will also have the opportunity to taste the various piscos and wines of the winery. We continue with the visit to the Casa de las Tejas Rosalía, where we will live a unique experience of making our own tile, as well as being able to buy tiles and chocolates. We will continue towards the Plaza de Armas of the city, where we will observe the main streets of Ica. Finally, we will visit the majestic Huacachina lagoon, known as “The Oasis of America”, from this point we will be able to appreciate the impressive desert landscape of the dunes. (Buggies and sandboarding not included).
Transfer to the station to board the bus back to the city of Lima.
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