2 Day Tour from Lima: Paracas, Huacachina, and Pisco Vineyard
Description
Discover the perfect 2-day tour from Lima that combines coastal wildlife, desert thrills, and cultural depth, all in one seamless adventure. Begin in Paracas, where you’ll cruise to the Ballestas Islands, home to sea lions, Humboldt penguins, and dramatic rock formations, a wildlife experience often dubbed the “Galapagos of Peru.” Next, visit a historic pisco vineyard, where you’ll learn how Peru’s iconic spirit is made and enjoy a tasting guided by locals. After the vineyard, ride into the heart of the Huacachina desert, where you'll dune buggy across massive sand dunes and try your hand at sandboarding down golden slopes.
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Pickup Locations & Times
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
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Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- 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.
Reviews(477)
We were on this tour as a group and I thought it was magnificent. We had the tour guide Jossy and she was very nice and helpful. In general, you always had all the information and felt well taken care of. The extra tours included were also magnificent.
Hi Richard, Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us! We're very happy to hear that you had such a great time on the tour and felt well looked after throughout your journey. Having clear information and reliable support along the way is something we always aim to provide for our passengers. We're especially glad to hear your kind words about Jossy. Her friendliness and willingness to help are exactly what make the experience more enjoyable. Thank you for choosing Peru Hop, and we hope to welcome you back for another adventure through Peru in the future!
Luis was our guide on the first day and he was super awesome and helpful! Same goes for Sergio on the bus back the next day, both incredibly friendly and fun.
Hi Hamish, Thank you for sharing your experience with us! We're so pleased to hear that Luis and Sergio helped make your journey such an enjoyable one. Their friendly approach, positive energy, and willingness to support passengers are qualities we truly appreciate in our team. We'll be sure to pass along your kind words to both of them. Thank you for choosing Peru Hop, and we hope to see you again for another adventure through Peru!
Luis was a fantastic guide and the trip was so well planned. Everything from ordering lunch in advance to being super flexible about the sandboarding time and being able to bring dinner on the bus were all elements of good planning and focus on the customer experience. Highly recommended
Hi James, Thank you for taking the time to share such a thoughtful review! We're very pleased to hear that you enjoyed your experience and that Luis helped make your trip so smooth and enjoyable. His organization, flexibility, and attention to detail are exactly the qualities that help create a great experience for our passengers. It's wonderful to know that the planning behind the tour, from the small details to adapting the schedule when needed, made a positive difference during your journey. We'll be sure to share your kind words with Luis. Thank you for recommending Peru Hop, and we hope to welcome you back for another adventure in Peru in the future!
Great guide Sergio and Diego and Liz. Attention to make people happy and to make confortable everyone.
Hi Frederico, Thank you for sharing your experience with us! We're happy to hear that Sergio, Diego, and Liz helped make your journey such an enjoyable one. Their care, attention, and commitment to ensuring passengers feel comfortable are qualities we truly appreciate. We'll be sure to share your kind words with the team. Thank you for choosing Peru Hop, and we hope to welcome you back for another adventure through Peru!
Absolutely brilliant experience- Sergio was a fantastic host and helped to make it special.
Hi Sam, Thank you for taking the time to leave us such a great review! It’s wonderful to know that you had such a fantastic experience and that Sergio played an important part in making your day memorable. His enthusiasm, care, and dedication to creating a great atmosphere are truly appreciated, and we're glad he made such a positive impression. We’ll make sure your kind words reach Sergio. Thank you for traveling with Peru Hop, and we hope to see you again on another adventure in Peru!
We had a great tour to Paracas and Huacachina and can definitely recommend it! We enjoyed the activities a lot and they were super organized. A special thank you goes to Sergio and Diego – both were great guides. They were friendly, helpful, and made sure that we felt safe and well taken care of at all times during the entire tour. We would book the tour again anytime. Thank you very much for the great experience!
Hi Nicolai, Thank you so much for sharing your experience with us! We're very happy to hear that you had such a great time exploring Paracas and Huacachina and that the activities were both enjoyable and well organized. It’s wonderful to know that Sergio and Diego helped make your experience even better with their friendliness, support, and attention to ensuring everyone felt comfortable throughout the tour. We’ll be sure to share your kind words with them. Thank you for recommending Peru Hop, and we hope to welcome you back for another adventure in Peru in the future!
Everything was excellent, our guides Diego and Sergio were the best, they had an excellent attitude and helped us a lot with everything
Had the best time on our trip! Peru hop was easy to work with, responsive, and reliable!! We had Franklin & Diego throughout our trip and both were amazing!! 10/10 would recommend!!
Thank you so much for your review, Sabrina! We’re thrilled to hear you had such an amazing experience and that Franklin and Diego made your journey so memorable. Your recommendation truly means a lot to us.
The Communication of all the meetingpoints and circumstances are Perfect. Everything worked out well. Even extra orders for people with allergies. The visit of the pisco vineyard was a bit on the lower side but the food there was good. Very friendly Guides.
Paul was amazing tour guide! Thank you
