Overview
Itinerary
Transfer from the hotel in Lima in the early afternoon to start the adventure at the Lima bus station. Arrive in Paracas in the early evening. Meet a G Adventures representative at your hotel to brief you on the day's events. Transfer to the bus station and hop a local bus for the drive to Paracas. On arrival, meet a G Adventures representative and head to your Paracas hotel. Learn more about your activities over the next two days.
Please note that hot water shortages and power outages can be fairly common in Peru (even in upgraded hotels and private homes). We appreciate your patience and understanding that these occurrences are outside of our control.
- Meet and Greet Hotel Welcome Meeting: Meet your a G Adventures representative in Paracas to learn more about your itinerary.
- Local Bus: Climb aboard, grab a seat, and enjoy the ride.
In the morning, take a light aircraft flight over the ancient Nazca Lines for a panoramic view of these mysterious geometric lines. Visit Paracas National Reserve in the afternoon.
- Flight over Nazca Lines: Take to the skies for the best view of the enigmatic Nazca Lines, a series of patterns and pictures etched in the ground, crisscrossing a wide area of flat desert. Marvel at the lines measuring up to 10km (6 mi) in length, yet, remaining perfectly straight. See depictions of birds, insects, and animals only recognizable from the air. Decide for yourself the origin of the lines – who drew the lines, and why, remains a mystery. Current beliefs suggest that they may be part of complex agricultural calendar.
- Paracas National Reserve Visit: Head into Paracas National Reserve, a protected area preserving archeological sites, marine and desert ecosystems. Visit the coast to spot wildlife from the shore, groups of flamingos can sometimes be seen feeding in the ocean. Visit an Interpretation centre to learn more about the biodiversity in the area. Continue on to a small museum showcasing pre-Incan archeological history of the Paracas region, home to a variety of human remains including the famed deformed Paracas skulls. Finally, enjoy a lookout over the impressive cathedral rock formation.
In the morning, visit the Ballestas Islands to view a lively sea lion colony, pelicans, penguins, and other varieties of birdlife. Transfer to the bus station for the return journey to Lima. Arrive in the evening to Lima and transfer to the hotel.
A hotel in Lima is not included for the night, we recommend booking a post-night in Lima to allow additional time to explore. If you would like to book post-tour accommodation in Lima or a transfer to the Lima airport we are happy to assist.
- Ballestas Islands Excursion: Visit this group of islands off the Peruvian coast, an excellent place to go wildlife watching. Spot sea lion colonies, Humboldt penguins, and a variety of bird life.
- Local Bus: Transfer to the bus station in Paracas for the journey back to Lima. Arrive in the evening. Take an included transfer from the Lima bus station to your Lima hotel.
Trip Inclusions
- View the incredible Nazca Lines from the air.
- Visit the city of Nazca and the Chauchilla cemetery.
- Flight over the Nazca Lines
- Visit to the Paracas National Reserve
- Ballestas Islands excursion
- Local bus to and from Paracas
- Transfers to and from Lima hotel
- Public bus, private van, light aircraft, walking
- Local guides
- Hotels (2 Nights)
- A variety of accommodation standards are available for Independent tours, see your dossier for the accommodation class specific to your tour. Please remember that hotel/lodge/resort standards can be different from what you are used to in your home country, which is part of the appeal of adventure travel . Porterage is not included, but can be arranged directly at most hotels.
- Please note that hot water shortages and power outages can be fairly common in Peru (even in upgraded hotels and private homes). We appreciate your patience and understanding that these occurrences are outside of our control.
- 2 breakfasts
- Accommodation, itinerary and inclusions subject to change.
- Price is for land, cruise and internal flights as specified. Flights not specified are not included.
Get the best of both worlds with G's Classic trips as your knowledgeable CEO (Chief Experience Officer) leads you to iconic highlights and hidden gems, while ample free time lets you discover what excites you most. Enjoy included meals showcasing local flavours, plus opportunities to dive deeper into the food scene independently. Stay in comfortable hotels, authentic homestays, and unique accommodations that capture the spirit of each destination.
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