TOURS IN ICA

TOURS IN ICA

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Ica- The beautiful city situated in southern Peru is popular for its amazing desert landscapes, vineyards, and ancient sites. Whether you book Ica tours for a relaxing vacation or a breathtaking getaway, Ica has something to offer for everyone. As a local city assistant, the goal is to help visitors maximize their time in this amazing city. On this page, we will tell you the best places to visit in Ica, the best time to visit, and have a packing list when booking tours in Ica

WINE AND PISCO CELLER

WINE AND PISCO CELLER

“Pisco is perfectly colorless, very fragrant, extremely seductive, strong… but very delicate, with a marked fruit flavor.” Thomas W. Knox
The spirit in Peru is called Pisco and it has characteristics and personality, a distillate that is similar to Cognac, Armagnac, Grapa, Schnapps and its production is born from grape juice. Through a careful process of sowing, breeding, selection and preparation and a long history, today it is known as one of the most native drinks of Peru and is the main basic component for different types of cocktails.A private pisco and wine tour will be a highly relevant wine experience.
Mix this tour with nazca lines tour, dune buggy tours – Tours in Huacachina – Wine cellars tours

THE GREAT ICA CANYON

THE GREAT ICA CANYON

This museum is one of the most important in Peru, it has collections from pre-Hispanic times, from the colonial era and from the first years of the Republic, as well as some works of contemporary art. It has self-taught information on the 5 main cultures that developed in this region and a bioarchaeology room, where mummies, trophy heads, skulls with deformations and trepanations, and different hairstyles with pre-Columbian hair dyeing are exhibited. Different pathologies and bone abnormalities, also a model of the Nasca lines

ADOLFO BERMUDEZ JENSKIN

ADOLFO BERMUDEZ JENSKIN

This museum is one of the most important in Peru, it has collections from pre-Hispanic times, from the colonial era and from the first years of the Republic, as well as some works of contemporary art. It has self-taught information on the 5 main cultures that developed in this region and a bioarchaeology room, where mummies, trophy heads, skulls with deformations and trepanations, and different hairstyles with pre-Columbian hair dyeing are exhibited. Different pathologies and bone abnormalities, also a model of the Nasca lines

Huacachina Lagoon

Huacachina Lagoon

Huacachina, the lost Oasis of South America, located on the coast of the Peruvian desert, just 10 minutes away from Ica town, with green waters and underground currents, surrounded by immense golden and wavy dunes and with different types of flora, serves as a bird reserve. migratory and fish in its waters. A natural paradise without comparison offers you different types of tours such as buggy tours, paragliding, 4×4 ATVs, UTVs and QUADs. Its main attraction is its natural beauty and tours to the desert for sandboarding.

tours to the nazca lines

tours to the nazca lines

It is possible to make a local flyover of the famous Nazca Lines departing from the city’s aerodrome. Likewise, departing from the Pisco airport and also from the aerodrome in the town of Nazca.
These flights have the same characteristics, only the origin of departure changes. Everything is adapted to your time, budget and mainly to your safety.

STONE MUSEUM DR CABRERA

STONE MUSEUM DR CABRERA

It will always be a mystery to understand the meaning or the reading that can be given to these stones that have a low relief carving. An average of 11,000 engraved stones show ancient scenes, prehistoric human activities, and human coexistence. dinosaur, representations of ceremonies, surgeries as well as blood transfusion, heart transplant, scenes of mysterious hunting of human beings for dinosaurs. Dr. Cabrera maintained that gleptolytic humanity arrived on earth hundreds of millions of years ago and we are descendants of them .

Best Time to Visit Ica

  1. Weather Considerations:
  • The best time to visit is from May to October (dry season).
  • Expect clear skies and warm temperatures, ideal for exploring.
  • Avoid visiting from November to April (rainy season) as heavy rain can disrupt plans.
  1. Festival Season:
  • Visit in March for the Grape Harvest Festival.
  • This festival features parades, music, and wine tastings, celebrating local winemaking traditions.
  1. Tourist Crowds:
  • To avoid large crowds, visit during the shoulder seasons: May to June or September to October.
  • Fewer tourists during these months may mean better deals on hotels and tours.

With these tips, visitors can choose the best time for their trip to Ica and enjoy everything the region has to offer!

Essential Packing List for Your Trip to Ica

Clothing:

  • Lightweight clothes for the hot weather
  • A hat and sunglasses for sun protection
  • A swimsuit for Huacachina Oasis or nearby beaches
  • A light jacket or sweater for cooler evenings
  • Comfortable shoes for walking around

Travel Essentials:

  • Valid ID and travel documents
  • Travel insurance for safety
  • A travel adapter for electronic devices
  • A small backpack for daily outings
  • A refillable water bottle to stay hydrated

Health and Safety:

  • Sunscreen with high SPF for skin protection
  • Insect repellent to keep bugs away
  • Any necessary medications
  • A basic first-aid kit with band-aids and pain relievers

Other Essentials:

  • A camera or smartphone for photos
  • Cash and credit cards for spending
  • A Spanish phrasebook or translation app if not fluent
  • A reusable shopping bag for souvenirs

By packing these items, travelers will be ready for a great trip to Ica and can enjoy everything the city has to offer!