2 Day Tour from Lima: Paracas, Huacachina, and Pisco Vineyard
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48 hours
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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.
Additional Info
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 17-20) and Peru's Independence Day celebrations (July 25-28). The pick-up time will be 1 hour before the usual time
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Lima - Ballestas Islands (Paracas) - Huacachina
Lima
Get ready bright and early with a pickup from your hotels and transfer in a luxury, air-conditioned Peru Hop bus with onboard high-speed Wi-Fi, reclining seats and an onboard restroom - a major upgrade from cramped vans. No stops along the way, so pack your favorite snacks and coffee for the scenic drive along Peru’s stunning coastline.
Las Islas Ballestas
Board a fast speedboat and cruise out into the Pacific to explore the Ballestas Islands, famously known as “The Poor Man’s Galapagos.” Along the way, you’ll spot the mysterious Candelabra geoglyph carved into a coastal hill - a prehistoric puzzle still unsolved. As you approach the islands, prepare to be surrounded by hundreds of sea lions, Humboldt penguins, pelicans, and other exotic marine life. Your bilingual guide will explain the fragile ecosystem and local lore while you soak in the sea breeze and wildlife photography opportunities.
Ica
After returning to Paracas, continue inland to a traditional vineyard in the Ica region, the heart of Peru’s pisco industry. Enjoy a guided tour through the distillery, learn how Peru’s iconic spirit is crafted from grape to glass, and taste a variety of artisanal piscos. Your expert guide will walk you through the production process and share the history behind this beloved drink.
Huacachina Oasis
Next, travel to Huacachina, a surreal oasis nestled among towering dunes, the only one of its kind in South America. Hop into a dune buggy and race across the golden desert at thrilling speeds. Then, get on a sandboard and surf down the massive dunes, no experience necessary, just pure adrenaline and fun. After the adventure, unwind as you stroll through the oasis village, surrounded by palm trees and sand, a perfect place to relax and spend the night.
Huacachina - Pisco Vineyard Tour - Lima
Huacachina
Enjoy a free and relaxing morning in the oasis. Whether you want to explore the dunes once more, enjoy the lagoon area, or shop for local souvenirs, this slow-paced start lets you soak in Huacachina’s desert charm before returning to Lima aboard your Peru Hop bus.
Lima
Settle in for a smooth return ride to Lima aboard your comfortable Peru Hop bus with onboard high-speed Wi-Fi - ideal for sharing your best Huacachina and vineyard photos on the way back. You’ll arrive in Miraflores around 11:45 PM. For drop-offs outside Miraflores, please allow for additional travel time.
What‘s Included
2-Hour Speedboat Tour to the Ballestas Islands
2-Hour Sandboarding, Dune Buggy Tour with Sunset Toast
Stay connected with high-speed onboard Wi-Fi (Only available through Peru Hop)
Exclusive comfort - the only operator using luxury buses (others use small vans)
Luxury air-conditioned coach with reclining seats, onboard restroom
Bilingual Professional Local Guide
Guided Pisco Vineyard Tour
Hotel Pickup & Drop-Off
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2 Day Tour from Lima: Paracas, Huacachina, and Pisco Vineyard
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Reviews
393 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
First Peru Hop!
beno794,,Dec 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00This was our first trip with Peru Hop and it was very good! Alvaro was a great guide, very enthusiastic and positive, spoke really good english, got to know the passengers well, scattered interesting facts and bits of information into his commentaries, looked after everybody and managed solve any issues which arose! It was nice to get to know some like-minded travellers, to stop at interesting places that a public bus wouldnt and to have someone else organising the travel logistics for us whilst we were part of the group
Peru time!
samkV251JO,,Dec 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had a brilliant tour! Everything went smoothly, our guide Alvaro was fantastic and very informative and friendly! Would highly recommend!
Amazing tour with the best guide
alexaaE9573MU,,Dec 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The tour was amazing, super well explained, and I loved discovering new places. I really enjoyed learning more about Peruvian culture and taking in all the beautiful landscapes. Luis was honestly the best guide ever, he was always checking if we needed anything, made me feel comfortable, and explained everything clearly at every stop. Such a great experience with the best guide!
For those who like extreme adventure.
161keilyc,,Dec 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I recommend this tour. If you like extreme adventures, the Huacachina tour should do it. Fiorella was an excellent guide.
10/10
summergL7000IL,,Dec 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a great experience with Peru Hop. It was easy to use and Fio, our tour guide was organised and very friendly!! 10/10
Great experience, exactly as advertised
Navigate12849469810,,Dec 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fiorella was an amazing guide! My experience with Peru Hop was great! The busses are comfy, the guides are really helpful and I can also always contact the customer service on WhatsApp, they are very responsive. Ive enjoyed the flexibility of being able to book all my travel and tours through their app pretty much up to the day before, mind you, It was low season.
Great.
O9800ZWgustavoo,,Dec 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was very good. Great experience. Our guide and escort Sol was spectacular. The driver picked us up at the hotel to the bus location with very comfortable and safe return and return. Congratulations!
An unforgettable experience
P2119TZmarioa,,Dec 9, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our experience with Peru hop was really comforting and an experience that really exceeded our expectations, compared to other agencies Peru hop gave us complete satisfaction as to what we wanted to know about Peru at least on this trip and as to what we were looking for, it was a comfortable safe experience in terms of travel the buses for coordination and the modality of the tour with enough flexibility to be able to perform everything in due time without hurry. What I want to highlight most was the experience with our guide Sergio Tarazona that gave us a very personalized attention, and especially the way in which I approach the tour with a level of information regarding the history of the places we visited really surprising. Thanks to him we leave completely enriched culturally with part of the history of Peru that we did not know, outside of all the beautiful places we visited.
Great trip!
Sam B,,Dec 9, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Guides were great all around. Juan Carlos was knowledgeable and we had a great time on his tour. Paracas was alright, reminded me of Hampton Beach NH but the ballistas had a great mix of wildlife. Huacachina was the highlight, definitely do the sandboarding.
Excellent tour for solo travellers with limited time
Aaron M,,Dec 1, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What an amazing and varied trip. It covered everything from land to sea, historic to current. I had limited time to travel in Peru and I’m so glad I chose to do this trip as it was organised so well that I was able to complete so much in such a short time. Luis was an amazing guide and he’s a credit to the brand. I would recommend Peru Hop to anyone in a heartbeat. What I enjoyed most as a solo traveller was how social Luis made the trip; I feel like I’ve made great friends and connections in my two days on the Peruvian coast!
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