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The 10 Best Historical & Heritage Tours in Nazca, Ica Region
Taking a light aircraft flight over the plains 200 miles south of Lima is the best way to appreciate the Nasca Lines, the World Heritage-designated geoglyphs etched into the stony desert surface. The creators and meaning behind these startlingly precise abstracts and animal figures remain a mystery, but their 1939 discovery launched a steady swarm of tourists upon this tiny town – accessible via bus from Lima, Cusco and Arequipa.
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1. Nazca Lines, Cantalloc aqueducts and ceramic workshop by Segura
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Excite with this complete tour flying over the Nazca Lines and amazed by the ancient culture of the Nazcas people and their impressive glyphs, continue with the tour and be amazed by the hydraulics that were used in ancient times and that still end with our tour visiting the waistline of Segura and understand how these magnificent ceramics are produced.
Inclusions: Airport/Departure Tax, Bottled water, Driver, Local guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off
Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks, Food, Gratuities
Reviewed By ShannonVManning
The city tour was AWFUL. Our guide Diego was unprofessional, our van had 15 people and NO ac or windows he didn’t seem concerned that we were all uncomfortable. Rather he sat up front with the driver listening to music and didn’t interact with the clients. There were very few times during the hour car rides when he would point anything out at all; and when we asked questions he gave minimal responses. His knowledge on the sites appeared limited and he majority of topics circled back to global warming or aliens. He shouldn’t have this job. Period. The entire group was disappointed, at least we were all able to connect through that. He wasn’t physically able to Guide us through some of the physical sites, as a result we were received minimal information about these areas. So incredibly disappointed. We had a great experience with the trekking portion with Fredy Zapata, please see post on that.
2. Ballestas Islands, Winery & Nazca Lines Private Tour from Lima
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Experience a nature and adventure full day tour. See a group of islands with a great variety of wildlife and sea animals living in their natural habitat. Discover the ancient geoglyphs of the Nazca desert and enjoy spectacular landscapes. Enjoy delicious food and try local drinks in a unique winery.
Inclusions: Tourist Transportation (Minivan or SUV), Tour guide on board, Breakfast box + Refreshing drinks + Lunch., Ballestas Islands Tour + Taxes., Nazca Lines Overflight + Airport Taxes., Winery Tour & Tasting of local Piscos and Wines.
Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks (Available to purchase), Souvenirs (Available to purchase).
Reviewed By E6419MQemmah
Excellent tour, the Guide Lucas has the best knowledge of the Culture and his history. Kenyi is an excellent driver too. Entertaining, didactic and safe ????????
3. Nazca lines from Nazca airport
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5.0 based on 3 reviews
Come and join us in this amazing fly over the enigmatic and mysterious Nazca Lines from Nazca aerodromo. See 12 most representative Nazca Lines such monkey, Condor, Spider, Astronaut, Hands, Tree, astronaut, tree, spider, whale, lizard, shark and more. And drop off at your hotel or bus station in Nazca Note: Is you are coming to Nazca, with your car, the meeting point could be at the airport with previous according by our Whatsapp (+51) 945 716 329
Inclusions: Pickup and dropoff from/to your hotel or bus station, Aircraft cessna (6 seats) flight for 35 minutes, Pilot English & Spanish speaking guide
Exclusions: Airport tax $10 USD per person (Local payment at Nazca aerodrome, Personal travel insurance, Food and drinks
Reviewed By PDJ
Arrived by cruise ship with the Port some distance from the town. Our guide Olenka was their to meet us at the bottom of the gangway. Drive into town to join our speedboat. Thankfully the only one with a cover to keep off the sun. A stop was made to take pictures of the mysterious ‘El Candelabra’. Then cruised around the Ballestas Islands with plenty of time to take photos. Thousands of birds & sealions not too mention a few Humbolt Penguins. Olenka gave a good commentary the whole time. A magical experience. A short time to look around in Paracas before we boarded the coach (11 people in a 26 seater) & spent a couple of hours touring the National Reserve. Again Olenka was very good with her commentary. Recommended trip & good value compared with ship tours.
4. Mysterious Nazca Lines, Overflight from Ica, Huacachina Oasis & Wine Tour!
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5.0 based on 3 reviews
Fly from Ica to Nazca to avoid the long hours of travel! With this experience you will only have to travel for 4 hours to the city of Ica and make the flight from there to Nazca, we will avoid traveling from Lima to Nazca for 7 hours! We will arrive to the city of Ica to visit the only Oasis of America called the Huacachina, where we will practice sandboarding and walk in the sand cars, it will be an experience full of adrenaline and adventure. Then we will go to the Ica aerodrome to board the flight to the Nazca lines for approximately 1 hour. Enjoy the view of the 13 figures found in the desert of Peru. After the flight we will go to a vineyard where the production of pisco and wine is made to have a tasting of these drinks, where we will also have lunch typical of Peru. Enjoy this full day at the best price and with the best service!
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Lunch, Wine Tour, Ticket to Huacachina, sandboarding & buggy, Overflight to Nazca Lines, Bottled water, Box breakfast
Exclusions: Airport/Departure Tax
Reviewed By Elizabeth P
Manuel was charming and very well informed,he explained everything very clearly and with much profesionalism and ready to answer all our queeries. The tour surpassed by far our expectations.
5. Amazing land tour to see Palpa and Nazca lines
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5.0 based on 3 reviews
Highly reccommended tour to see Palpa and Nazca lines from three lookouts. Find also the option to add the Nazca lines classic 30 minutes flight for additional cost. Palpa Lines tower, Nazca tower and from a hill the only place inside the Pampa that you are allowed access to see them, Optional visit to Maria Reiche museum. Tour takes three hours approximately Entrance fees are not incluede 3 soles for the towers and 5 soles the museum We can collect from your hotel in Nazca
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Bottled water
Exclusions: All Fees and Taxes
Reviewed By bobdammit99
We had two different Carlos' that handled the Nazca Lines plane tour and Chauchilla Cemetery tours. Both were extremely knowledgeable and pleasant and spoke English well. This will be the company we use to book anything in Nazca in the future. Both tours were amazing and enhanced by our guides' insight and personalities. Thanks so much, Carlos!
6. Maravillas de Lima Huacachina, Nazca & Paracas 02dias/01Noche
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5.0 based on 5 reviews
In this tour you will discover one of the best tourist place near to Lima we will learn about the history of the Nasca Culture, also we will see beautifull landscape and sea animals.
Inclusions: overflight in Nasca, Private transportation, Box Lunch, Lunch, taxes, Ballestas Island, Adventures sport, Buggies and Sanboarding, 1 Night in Ica
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Reviewed By _P5309CM
Good service (attention, transportation, food etc), the nicest communication and super memorable locations/activities. The excursion is a MUST when in Lima. The little things I didn’t think I would enjoy - I DID, like pisco tasting in the end of the day. Thank you so much Lion!
7. Private Tour To Nazca Lines From Lima
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Nasca Lines – The Sacred Landscape The lines are known as geoglyphs – drawings on the ground made by removing rocks and earth to create a “negative” image. The rocks which cover the desert have oxidized and weathered to a deep rust color, and when the top 12-15 inches of rock is removed, a light-colored, high contrasting sand is exposed. Because there’s so little rain, wind and erosion, the exposed designs have stayed largely intact for 500 to 2000 years. Scientists believe that the majority of lines were made by the Nasca people who flourished from around A.D. 1 to 700. Certain areas of the pampa look like a well-used chalk board, with lines overlapping other lines, and designs cut through with straight lines of both ancient and more modern origin.
Inclusions: 24-hour-support, All taxes, fees and handling charges, Private tour, Professional guide, Transport by private vehicle with A/C, 30 - 45 minutes Flight over the Nazca LineS
Exclusions: Insurance of any kind, Gratuities
Reviewed By Valerie D
After a 10 day Traveling adventure with a group through another traveling group, my friend and I opted for a private tour of Rainbow Mountain! Unfortunately it snowed on the day we reserved our tour; however it was one of our most enjoyable days due to the kindness of our guide Richard. He was very informative regarding the history and culture of the area and people. We were able to see some beautiful sites on the way to and home. We met some local folks, stopped by a lovely place to eat Los Cabanas and have coffee. The food was awesome!! Richard took some beautiful photos and was patient with us when we wanted to stop to view some sights/alpacas!! The time with Cusco Holiday Peru Servicios Turisticos was one of our most favorite and memorable!! Thanks for such a wonderful time and adventure!!
8. Cahuachi Pyramids
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Enjoy a visit to the ceremonial center of the Nazca culture, the tour is flexible and can be scheduled from 6 am until 4 pm. Tour takes 3 hours, Takes 45 minutes of a bumpy ride to reach the Cahuachi Pyramids, You will be accompanied by an expert local tour guide-
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle
Exclusions: All Fees and Taxes
Reviewed By jtsnau
Carlos ensured I got the most out of the Nazca flight by providing a pre-flight presentation on what to expect and what to look for. The flight itself was definately worth every cent. Afterward, I was taken by Juan on a guided tour of the Chauchilla archeological site to see the 2000 year old mummies. Juan was a wealth of knowledge. All in all, a great experience from Get2nazca!
9. The Nazca Lines & Huacachina Oasis & Sandboarding - from Lima (Small Group)
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
A flight over the Nazca lines is an experience everyone must do. Considered world heritage by UNESCO. Come with us to discover the mysterious and enigmatic figures that an old pre-Inca civilization made in the south of Lima 1500 years ago. The flight gives a feeling about their diversity and spread over the land. Moreover, you have a beautiful view about the landscape around. We include in the package The Huacachina Oasis to ride a dune buggy and do sandboarding. We flight to the Nazca Lines from "ICA AIRPORT" (much closer, so as to avoid long driving).
Inclusions: Free Pick up and Drop off to your Hotel, Air-conditioned vehicle, Knowledgeable Tour Guide, Bottled water, All entrance tickets, Nazca Lines Overflight from "Ica Airport"., Lunch
Exclusions: Breakfast , Airport/Departure Tax (10 dolars each)
Reviewed By ABridgen1
Just had an amazing morning with Lucas who led this tour just for me! We went to the swamp area as well as the seaside, where we must have seen 30 or 40 species of birds in total, pelicans, flamingos, herons, flycatcher and more. Lucas was very friendly and knowledgable. He had bird ID charts and bird call app but no binoculars. The visit was not far out of Lima and it was lovely too to be out of the hustle and bustle of the city.
10. Visit The Nazca Lines and Huacachina Oasis
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5.0 based on 2 reviews
In this journey we will travel through Nazca known for its enigmatic lines drawn in the desert being preserved hundreds of years, saying many hypotheses of its function one of them is that they are a solar calendar or as a payment to the gods by the ancient men who inhabited that part From Peru. Later we will go to the Huacachina Oasis where we will practice sanboarding and buggies on the dunes of this incredible place, taking pictures in the beautiful desert sunset.
Inclusions: Private transportation, Official Tourism Guide, Snack on board, Lunch, Flight over the Nazca Lines, Sandboarding, Buggies
Exclusions: Propinas
Reviewed By _P5309CM
Good service (attention, transportation, food etc), the nicest communication and super memorable locations/activities. The excursion is a MUST when in Lima. The little things I didn’t think I would enjoy - I DID, like pisco tasting in the end of the day. Thank you so much Lion!
