Nazca Archaeological Tour
Description
Embark on a journey through history with this archaeological tour of Nazca, where you'll explore the iconic Nazca Lines, enjoy breathtaking natural viewpoints, and delve into attractions originating from the Inca era.
Nazca Archaeological Tour
Your adventure begins with a hotel pickup in Ica at 6:30 am, setting off towards Nazca, located about an hour and a half from your starting point.
On route, you’ll encounter the Cara del Inca, a striking rock formation resembling a human face positioned at the Andean foothills. Our journey will also take us to the Palpa Viewpoint, where the stunning vistas revealing the Nazca Lines will surely captivate you.
The next highlight is the Maria Reiche House Museum, where you’ll discover significant insights from one of the foremost researchers of these enigmatic geoglyphs. Here, you'll uncover the most fascinating tales surrounding these ancient designs etched into the earth.
Continuing our exploration, we will arrive at kilometre 423 of the Panamericana Sur, home to the second viewpoint for the Nazca Lines. After admiring these remarkable figures in the desert landscape, we will visit the remnants of the Inca fortress Los Paredones, learning about the history behind this striking ancient site!
As we delve even deeper into the past, we will explore the Cantalloc aqueducts, a network of underground channels historically used for transporting water. Following this visit, you will have some free time for lunch in Nazca.
Refreshed and ready, we'll proceed to the heart of Nazca to tour the House of Ceramics, where you can observe the ancient crafting techniques that produced these remarkable items.
The tour will conclude between 5:30 pm and 6 pm, as we return you to your hotel in Ica.
Hotel Pickup
This experience includes hotel pickup for accommodations located in the Cercado de Ica. If you are situated elsewhere, we will meet you at the designated time at the Plaza de Armas.
What's included
- Hotel pickup and return transfer
- Transport by minibus
- English–speaking guide
What's not included
- Food and drinks
- Admission: 46PEN per person
Cancellation policy
Cancellazione gratuita fino a 24 ore prima (local time)
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible.
Important information
This tour includes pick up from hotels located in the Cercado de Ica (Plaza de Armas, Huacachina and/or Residencial La Angostura). Please be ready in advance.
If you're staying outside the Cercado de Ica, at the indicated time you must go to the Plaza de Armas.
Please note
- We advise bringing a hat, sunglasses and sunscreen.
- It's also advisable to always carry some extra cash, in some places you cannot pay by credit card.
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