Peru Luxury Travel

The mystery of the Nazca lines has captivated the minds of scientists and visitors alike for decades. How did a Stone Age culture make dozens of enormous anthropomorphic designs in the sands of the desert if they can only really be seen from the air? Despite 50 years of study there is still not a proven theory as to their origin or purpose. This tour will allow you to test your skepticism against one of the most astounding structures you are likely to ever see. You will also visit the Paracas Bay area and admire its rich wildlife - a short boat ride will take you into an enclave of sea birds and sea lions. A perfect combination of relaxation and excitement, this tour is tailor-made for those seeking the thrills of an outlandish Peruvian adventure and maximum comfort at the same time!

TRIP STYLE

PHYSICAL DIFFICULTY

Day 1: Ica

• You will take a luxury bus from Lima to Ica or nearby Huacachina.
• Once here, you can enjoy some sun and sand-filled leisure time before checking in at the emblematic Hotel Las Dunas, where you will get the chance to rest and enjoy the first-class service, facilities and food.
• You will spend the night in Ica.

Day 2: Ballestas Islands/ Nazca

• After breakfast you will be transferred to Paracas Bay and take a short boat trip to the Ballestas Islands.
• As you sail away from the coast, sea lions and other wildlife endemic to the region will surround you. There you will see the mysterious Candelabro hieroglyph, unique species of birds, and much more.
• You can have lunch in the oasis town of Huacachina before taking a bus to Nazca in the afternoon to the luxurious Cantayo hotel, a real natural refuge which offers all sorts of exciting activities: horse riding, sandboard, swimming and even Yoga!

Day 3: Nazca

• Fly over the Nazca lines and see the enormous figures in the sand - the spider, the monkey, the bird. These enormous shapes have been a source of mystery for all visitors, and continue to be, even for the locals.
• You will return to Lima in the late afternoon where you can relax, dine, or dance the night away in this cosmopolitan city.
• You may also choose to continue to Arequipa to enjoy another of our tours.

• 2 nights at first-class hotels based on US standards
• Private guided visits with English speaking tour guides
• All private transfers and entrance fees
• 2 breakfast buffets

Extra day(s) in Nazca:

If you still can't figure out the mystery of the Lines, take an extra day to do so. Nazca boasts a number of other attractions too, from pre-Inca cemeteries to desert adventures, so do not be in a rush to leave.

Extra day(s) in Ica:

You will discover that Ica and its surroundings have a great deal to offer so you may want to spend extra time to go sand buggying and sand boarding; take a tour of the wineries; return to the Paracas Bay National Park; visit the excellent Regional Museum of Ica; or simply enjoy the many facilities of the hotel.

Avenida La Angostura 400, Ica

Just a few hours from Lima, Las Dunas Hotel is set amongst spacious gardens and situated in a well-known sun resort. The hotel has excellent sports and relaxation facilities including tennis courts, golf course, sandboard, volleyball and basketball grounds. A fully equipped conference room is available for meetings and seminars. All 109 guest rooms are equipped with private bathroom, TV and mini-bar, and all have views of the hotel gardens.
The vast and intricate mosaics known as the Nazca Lines are located within easy visiting distance of the hotel. The Sacaco Fossil Desert, aqueducts and the Paracas National Reserve are also well worth visiting. Excursions by boat, launch and glider are available from Paracas to the Ballestas Islands for a closer view of many bird and mammal species or for swimming and relaxing on the beautiful beaches and cliffs of the reserve.

Facilities and Hotel Services:
Restaurant, Laundry Service, Room Service, Internet, Gift Shop, Parking, Babysitter

Carretera Panamericana Sur, desvio Puquio kms 3-4.

Conveniently situated in the desert near the ancient Cantalloc Aqueduct, mysterious ‘Nasca Lines’, and breathtaking Cerro Blanco, the Hotel Cantayo Spa & Resort is truly an oasis. With breathtaking mountain views, a large swimming pool, a luxurious spa, widespread gardens and spacious rooms that feature Balinese and Tibetan décor, the resort provides a tranquil atmosphere with its rustic style. A special treat, the hotel's restaurant is the finest in Nasca and serves many indigenous fruits and cultivated within its confines: table grapes, mangoes, avocados, black figs, pomegranates, apples, pears, guanabanas, bananas, cherimoya, and lucuma.

Facilities and Hotel Services:
Restaurant, Laundry Service, Room Service, Internet, Parking, Babysitter, Swimming Pool, Spa

Carretera Panamericana Sur Km 452, Majoro, Nazca.

This rustic old hacienda features simple rooms around courtyards and tranquil, extensive gardens full of bougainvillea. Its new owners made a much-needed investment in 2005, and life has been restored into the hotel, though it retains the feel of an elegant and enchanting country house. The common areas have been completely transformed and are now warm and inviting. All accommodations are spacious, clean, and charming.

Facilities and Hotel Services:
Restaurant, Swimming Pool