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Islas Ballestas en Ica

Ica & Chincha Tour

2 days and 1 night Tour: History - Adventure Min: 2 persons

DESCRIPTION

Description Tourism in Ica paracas and Chincha

With the Tourism in Ica Paracas and Chincha, you can enjoy Ica knowing the Ballestas Islands and the National Reserve of Paracas with its range of unique fauna and flora, as well as its valleys, crops, vineyards and wineries. A tour for nature lovers, animal watching, good wine and Pisco; we will also visit the town of Cachiche, the catacombs and the Hacienda San Jose in Chincha.

ICA, founded in 1563, has one of the most beautiful and impressive deserts of Peru, a privileged land that welcomes visitors with its coastline full of charm bordered by the BALLESTAS ISLANDS: an eco-tourist place, are a group of islands near the city of Pisco. They are composed of rocky formations where you can find an important marine fauna, with guano birds such as the guanay, the booby, penguins, sea lions and the waders. The North, Central and South Ballestas Islands stand out.

THE PARACAS NATIONAL RESERVE is a protected area of Peru located in the province of Pisco, in the department of Ica. It was created with the purpose of conserving a portion of the sea and the Peruvian desert, giving protection to the diverse species of wild flora and fauna that live there. It preserves a representative sample of the marine ecosystems of the cold sea of the Peruvian Current or Humboldt Current, considered by specialists as the most productive on Earth.

HUACACHINA LAGOON is an oasis located five kilometers west of the city of Ica, in the middle of the Pacific coastal desert. With green waters, it arose due to the upwelling of subway currents and around it there is abundant vegetation composed of palm trees, eucalyptus (introduced species) and the species of carob tree known as huarango, which serves as a resting place for the flying birds that pass through this region.

In past times, the CACHICHE VILLAGE, in Ica, seemed to be a village of witches, since it was home to countless women who, according to the Ica people, possessed supernatural powers. It is said that the most famous witch of Cachiche was Julia Hernández Pecho Viuda de Díaz. It is said that she died at the age of 106, after a life full of concoctions and spells. It is said that this witch mentioned that Ica would sink when the seventh head of the “PALMERA DE LAS SIETE CABEZAS”, another tourist attraction in the place, floats to the surface. For this reason, people always avoid the greening of the seventh head, as they continue with the belief that has endured for centuries.

LA HACIENDA SAN JOSÉ, is a place of tranquility and beauty where it not only functions as a museum but at the same time is a lodging, the Casa Hacienda San José has within its facilities a chapel, the entire facade of the church is white. It also keeps terrible things such as a room that was used as a punishment area for slaves, these slaves were heavily tortured that it is said that even the guards put cotton in their ears to not feel the moaning of each of the whipped.

Enjoy tourism in Ica, Paracas and Chincha.

PRINCIPALES PUNTOS DE VISITA

  • Lima (30 masl)
  • Paracas (7 masl)
  • Ica (406 masl)
  • Chincha (97 masl)

DETAILED ITINERARY

Day 1: Lima – Ballestas Islands – Paracas National Reserve – Buggies & Sandboarding – Pisco Trail

In times past, the VILLAGE OF CACHICHE, in Ica, seemed to be a town of witches, since it was home to countless women who, according to the people of Ica, possessed supernatural powers. It is said that the most famous witch of Cachiche was Julia Hernández Pecho Viuda de Díaz. It is said that she died at the age of 106, after a life full of concoctions and spells. It is said that this witch mentioned that Ica would sink when the seventh head of the “PALMERA DE LAS SIETE CABEZAS”, another tourist attraction in the place, floats to the surface. For this reason, people always avoid the greening of the seventh head, as they continue with the belief that has endured for centuries.

LA HACIENDA SAN JOSÉ, is a place of tranquility and beauty where it not only functions as a museum but at the same time is a lodging, the Casa Hacienda San José has within its facilities a chapel, the entire facade of the church is white. It also keeps terrible things like for example a room that was used as a punishment area for slaves, these slaves were heavily tortured that it is said that even the guards put cotton in their ears to not feel the lament of each of the whipped.

Lodging: HOTEL CURASI HUACACHINA

BREAKFAST, LUNCH and DINNER – PASSENGER

Day 2: Cachiche Village – Palmeras De Las 7 Cabezas – Hacienda San Jose – Catacumbas – Lima

  • Start of the tour to Ica: 08.30 hrs After breakfast we leave Huacachina towards the province of Chincha.
  • 10.30 hrs We are in the Hacienda San Jose, we will visit the Catacombs and its chapel.
  • 12.30 hrs We go to the Barrio del Carmen, especially we will pass by the house of the Garimbrosio family.
  • 13.30 hrs Lunch
  • 14.00 hrs Visit to the Plaza de Armas.
  • 14.30 hrs Tasting of typical sweets (dulce de leche, pecans and figs) and wines.
  • 15.00 hrs Return to Lima.
  • 17.00 hrs Arrival to the Hotel.

BREAKFAST, LUNCH and DINNER – PASSENGER

INCLUDES

INCLUDES:

BALLESTAS – PARACAS – BUGGIES – SANDBOARDING – PISCO ROUTE

  • Transfers Hotel/Ica/Hotel
  • Equipped Tourist Mobility
  • Boat Ballestas Islands (entrance fee + taxes)
  •  Life jackets
  • Bilingual guide (Spanish – English)
  • Assistance during the stay in Paracas Ica
  • Ballestas Islands Excursion
  • Excursion Paracas Reserve
  • Ballestas Islands Excursion
  • Sandboarding + Buggy excursion

THE WITCHES OF CACHICHE – HACIENDA SAN JOSE – BARRIO DEL CARMEN

  • Modern Mobility
  • Bilingual Guide
  • Entrance to Hacienda San José + Catacombs
  • Direct transfer to the Hotel or Airport.

NOT INCLUDED:

  • SERNANP and Tourist Pier Tax(S/18.0)
  • International and domestic flights
  • Meals not mentioned in the program
  • Personal expenses
  • Tips

RECOMMENDATIONS:

  • A backpack with a change of clothes
  • Sunglasses
  • Sunscreen
  • Hat or cap
  • Comfortable shoes
  • Mineral water and snacks

PRICES

GROUP SERVICE TOUR

Ica & Chincha Tour

PRICE PER PERSON

Minimum 02 persons

GROUP SERVICE TOUR

  • Transfers Hotel/Ica/Hotel
  • Equipped Tourist Mobility
  • Boat Ballestas Islands (entrance fee + taxes)
  •  Life jackets
  • Bilingual guide (Spanish – English)
  • Assistance during the stay in Paracas Ica
  • Ballestas Islands Excursion
  • Excursion Paracas Reserve
  • Ballestas Islands Excursion
  • Sandboarding + Buggy excursion
  • Entrance to Hacienda San José + Catacombs
  • Direct transfer to the Hotel or Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions about Ica & Chincha Tour

At the Ballestas Islands, you can expect to see an impressive variety of marine life, including guano birds such as the guanay and the booby, penguins, sea lions, and the candelabrum geoglyph. You’ll also witness rock formations and the famous “El Candelabro” geoglyph carved into the side of a nearby hill.

The Huacachina Lagoon, located in the coastal desert of southern Peru, is an oasis surrounded by towering sand dunes. Its uniqueness lies in its natural beauty, lush surroundings in the midst of the desert, and its ability to offer various recreational activities, making it a popular tourist attraction with a rich history and local legends.

Cachiche in Ica, Peru, is famous for its history of witches, such as Julia Hernández Pecho Viuda de Díaz, and the legends surrounding their supposed magical powers. This has made Cachiche a unique tourist destination.

You can enjoy activities such as sandboarding and buggy rides on the dunes of Ica.

The tour can be suitable for seniors and children as long as they are in good physical condition and are willing to participate in the mentioned activities.

The best time to do the tour may vary depending on your personal preferences. If you prefer warmer temperatures and water activities, summer may be the best option. If you prefer milder temperatures and fewer crowds, winter or the shoulder season may be more suitable.

For the “Ica & Chincha Tour,” it is essential to bring:

  • Weather-appropriate clothing, lightweight and breathable for the day, with warmer clothing for cooler nights.
  • Comfortable walking shoes.
  • High-factor sunscreen.
  • Insect repellent.
  • Jacket or lightweight coat for cool evenings.
  • Sunglasses to protect your eyes.
  • Camera and binoculars.
  • Travel documents, money, and an extra memory card.
  • Reusable water bottle.
  • Small backpack.
  • Personal medications if necessary.

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