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Fly over the enigmatic Nazca Lines, cruise to the Ballestas Islands, and explore Paracas and Huacachina on a thrilling 3-day tour from Lima packed with nature, mystery, and adrenaline.

Highlights

• Feast your eyes on some of Peru's highlights on a guided 3-day tour from Lima
• Fly above the legendary Nazca Lines for breathtaking views of ancient geoglyphs
• Cruise Ballestas Islands by speedboat to spot sea lions and penguins
• Race South America’s tallest dunes on a thrilling Huacachina buggy ride
• Explore Paracas Reserve’s surreal desert-meets-ocean landscapes

Description

Ready for 3 days of jaw-dropping landscapes, ancient mysteries, and pure adventure? This expertly curated journey from Lima packs in the best of southern Peru - from colonial secrets and coastal wildlife to adrenaline dunes and sky-high wonders. Buckle up for the desert ride of your life. DAY 1: Lima - Paracas Your adventure kicks off with an early morning pickup in Lima. Settle into a spacious Peru Hop luxury bus and stay connected with high-speed onboard Wi-Fi as you cruise the scenic coast. First stop? Mirasur Bread Ovens, where you’ll savor some of the freshest, flakiest bread in Peru - baked with centuries of tradition. Next, dive into Peru’s hidden history at Hacienda San José in Chincha. This majestic colonial estate is more than a pretty face: it hides a haunting underground world. Explore the labyrinth of tunnels once used to smuggle enslaved people from the coast - a raw and powerful chapter of Afro-Peruvian heritage. By early afternoon, you’ll arrive in the laid-back beach town of Paracas. The rest of the day is yours - relax by the coast, ask your guide about the Golden Shadows trek, or just sip a pisco sour at sunset. Overnight stay in Paracas (not included). Day 2: Paracas - Huacachina Start the morning with a splash - literally. Hop aboard a speedboat for a 2-hour tour of the Ballestas Islands, often called “The Poor Man’s Galápagos.” Get up close with penguins, sea lions, and seabirds, all in their natural Pacific habitat. Afterward, enjoy a guided visit through Paracas National Reserve, where the desert dramatically kisses the ocean. This surreal landscape of red cliffs and blue waters is a photographer’s dream. By early afternoon, continue to the legendary Huacachina Oasis - a palm-fringed desert lagoon straight out of a movie. After lunch (not included), brace yourself for a high-octane dune buggy ride through some of South America’s tallest sand dunes. You’ll also try sandboarding, a favorite thrill for adventurous souls. Evening is yours to unwind under the stars. Overnight stay in Huacachina (not included). Day 3: Huacachina - Nazca - Lima Bright and early, board a comfortable shuttle from Huacachina to Nazca. Upon arrival, it’s straight to Nazca Airport for the highlight of the trip: a flight over the Nazca Lines. These enormous geoglyphs - etched into the desert floor over 1,500 years ago - remain one of the world’s greatest archaeological mysteries. Monkeys, hummingbirds, and geometric designs come to life from above! After your flight, enjoy some free time in Nazca to grab lunch or visit the remarkable Cantalloc aqueducts, an ancient water system still in use today. Finally, relax aboard your Peru Hop luxury bus on the return drive to Lima, arriving back at your hotel around 11:45 PM - tired but transformed.

Includes

Roundtrip transportation from Lima Luxury bus with USB charger and restroom onboard High-speed onboard Wi-Fi Hotel pickup and drop-off 2-hour Ballestas Islands boat tour Guided tour of the Paracas National Reserve 2-Hour Sandboarding and dune buggy Tour with sunset toast Scenic flight over the Nazca Lines Private shuttle service to and from Nazca - NOT GUIDED Bilingual guide Visit to the Secret Slave Tunnels at Hacienda San José

Important Information

• You must present your original passport at Nazca Airport for the flight Passengers weighing over 95 kilograms must pay for an extra seat on the plane directly to the activity provider On the third day, the bus will arrive back in Miraflores around 11:30 PM-midnight (later for Lima Downtown) The minimum age for the buggy and sandboarding tour is 7 years The tour runs with slight adjustments during the following holidays: Easter weekend (April 17-20) and Peru's Independence Day celebrations (July 25-28). The pick-up time will be 1 hour before the usual time

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund