4 Day Tour from Lima

3 Destinations

7 Activities

Daily

Hotel/Hostel Pick-up & Drop-off

What this tour offers:

3 unforgettable destinations

Paracas - Pacific beach town famed for its scenic coastline and wildlife
Huacachina - Idyllic natural oasis in the middle of the desert. Seen to be believed!
Nazca - Small town home to the mysterious Nazca Lines

7 incredible activities

Secret Slave Tunnels - discover the dark history behind Colonial slavery at this original plantation estate
Ballestas Islands - boat out to Peru's very own Mini-Galapagos
Paracas National Reserve - Where desert meets ocean. Some of the most breathtaking landscapes Peru's Pacific coast has to offer
Dunebuggy & Sandboarding - Buggy up and sandboard down the biggest dunes in South America
Pisco Vineyard - Sample Pisco, the national drink of Peru and learn all about how it is made, from grape to bottle!
Nazca Lines Viewing Tower - See 3 of the mysterious and world-famous Nazca Lines!
Nazca Lines Flight - fly over and get the best views of the mesmerizing Nazca Lines

Important note: Peru Hop includes an exclusive extended 2 HOUR buggy tour - all other companies operate just a 1 hour tour!

Night in Paracas
Night in Huacachina
Night in Nazca
Daily departures
Hotel/hostel pickups & dropoffs

Airbnb's have close meeting points

Price from: $269

Private tour available!

Personalized service with private transport and guide. Contact us for more info!

Overview:

This is a 4 day tour from Lima to the Pacific beach town of Paracas, the stunning desert oasis of Huacachina and the mysterious desert of Nazca. In Paracas, boat out to Peru’s “Mini-Galapagos” and visit the stunning coastal National Reserve. In Huacachina combine Sandboarding/Dunebuggying followed by a flight over the mysterious Nazca Lines the next day. A perfect 4-day escape from Lima.

Highlights:

Exclusive guided tour of the Secret Slave Tunnels. 17km of underground tunnels used to smuggle slaves in the XVII century – Chincha
Take a speedboat out to the Ballestas Islands off the coast of Paracas to see hundreds of penguins and sea lions in their natural habitat. Known as the Mini-Galapagos (tours to the Galapagos cost a LOT more!) this tour gets you up close and personal with the friendly sealions and penguins. – Paracas
One of the biggest protected deserts in the Americas. Incredible views of desert meeting the ocean – Paracas National Reserve
Dune Buggy up and Sandboard down the biggest sand dunes in South America at the only desert oasis in South America. This is Peru’s fastest growing tourist attraction and a must for everybody who wants a once in a lifetime adrenalin rush. – Huacachina
Fly over the Nazca Lines which have left thousands of people baffled for years – Nazca
Bilingual, onboard guide during the whole day trip to assist you at all times
Luxury spacious bus with huge reclining seats, classic movies (e.g. Mrs. Doubtfire), toilet onboard, and more!

What this tour offers:

3 unforgettable destinations

Paracas - Pacific beach town famed for its scenic coastline and wildlife
Huacachina - Idyllic natural oasis in the middle of the desert. Seen to be believed!
Nazca - Small town home to the mysterious Nazca Lines

7 incredible activities

Secret Slave Tunnels - discover the dark history behind Colonial slavery at this original plantation estate
Ballestas Islands - boat out to Peru's very own Mini-Galapagos
Paracas National Reserve - Where desert meets ocean. Some of the most breathtaking landscapes Peru's Pacific coast has to offer
Dunebuggy & Sandboarding - Buggy up and sandboard down the biggest dunes in South America
Pisco Vineyard - Sample Pisco, the national drink of Peru and learn all about how it is made, from grape to bottle!
Nazca Lines Viewing Tower - See 3 of the mysterious and world-famous Nazca Lines!
Nazca Lines Flight - fly over and get the best views of the mesmerizing Nazca Lines

Important note: Peru Hop includes an exclusive extended 2 HOUR buggy tour - all other companies operate just a 1 hour tour!

Night in Paracas
Night in Huacachina
Night in Nazca
Daily departures
Hotel/hostel pickups & dropoffs

Airbnb's have close meeting points

Price from: $269

Private tour available!

Personalized service with private transport and guide. Contact us for more info!

More of what you’ll experience on this tour

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Tour Itinerary & What's Included

Day 1: Lima - Paracas

6:30am - 7:00am

Depart Lima - We pick up directly from hostels and hotels for safety and comfort. If staying in an Airbnb just email us. Your booking confirmation (ticket) will show you your exact pick-up time (depends on where you are staying!)

8:45am

Breakfast Stop - We stop for the chance to try a unique breakfast straight from the bread ovens of Mirasur – Enjoy some of the freshest baked bread in Peru! (breakfast not included)

11:30am

INCLUDED ACTIVITY

Secret Slave Tunnels – Visit Hacienda San Jose and discover the jaw-dropping secret tunnels. Once used to smuggle slaves, these tunnels can be found below the hacienda, where you will also learn about a darker side to Peruvian history.

1:30pm

Our luxury Peru Hop bus arrives to Paracas, a beautiful small town by the sea.

1:30pm until the next day

Night in Paracas. Relax by the calm, beach or have some of Peru's tastiest seafood!
You can book accommodation with any of our partners mentioned in our accommodation section below at the time of your booking or you're free to book your own accommodation.

OPTIONAL EXTRA

Golden Shadows Trek – Tour to the heart of the Paracas National Reserve to experience an unforgettable sunset at Kori-Apu, the Golden mountain (la montaña dorada). As the sun sets, the rocks along the cliffs light up a golden color, and where even the shadows are aglow, lending to the name of the tour. Your guide can help you book this optional extra or book in advance to secure a spot. For more info click here.

Day 2: Paracas - Huacachina

07:15am

We start our day! Meeting point is Los Frayles Residencial Hotel.

7:30am - 9:30am

INCLUDED ACTIVITY

Ballestas Islands – 2 hour boat tour of the islands. The Ballestas are a smaller version of the Galapagos, and just as great. You’ll see sea lions, penguins and lots of birds all in there natural habitat. If you’re lucky, you may even see a dolphin or two!

10:00am - 12:00pm

Depart from Paracas - Meeting point is Los Frayles Residencial Hotel.

INCLUDED ACTIVITY

Paracas National Reserve – Guided tour of one of South America’s biggest protected desert reserves. Stunning Pacific coastline where desert meets ocean.

OPTIONAL EXTRA

Paragliding – The National Reserve is famed for its breathtaking Pacific coastline, so you can imagine the birds-eye views. THE place to fly in Peru! Your guide can help you book this optional extra or book in advance to secure a spot. For more info click here.

OPTIONAL EXTRA

Quad biking tour – Switch up your passenger seat on the bus, for the driver’s seat of an ATV/quad bike! Exhilarating self-drive guided tour of the reserve. Your guide can help you book this optional extra or book in advance to secure a spot. For more info click here.

1:00pm

INCLUDED ACTIVITY

Pisco Vineyard Tour – see how Pisco, Peru’s national drink, is made from the grape to the bottle and try lots of free samples.

3:00pm

Arrive to Huacachina.

4:00pm - 6:00pm

INCLUDED ACTIVITY

Dunebuggy and sandboarding – 2 hours full of adrenaline. Ride the dune buggies up and sandboard down the biggest dunes in South America. A once in a lifetime experience in the only natural desert oasis in South America.

Important note: Peru Hop includes an exclusive extended 2 HOUR buggy tour – all other companies operate just a 1 hour tour!

6:00pm until the next day

Night in Huacachina. Enjoy some food or drinks around one of the many restaurants/bars around the oasis!
You can book accommodation with any of our partners mentioned in our accommodation section below at the time of your booking or you're free to book your own accommodation.

Day 3: Huacachina - Nazca

2:00pm

Depart Huacachina – Meeting point is Wild Rover Hostel

4:30pm

INCLUDED ACTIVITY

Nazca Lines Viewing Tower – See 3 of the mysterious and world-famous Nazca Lines for free!

5:30pm

Dinner stop at Nazca

Until the next day

Spend the night in Nazca.

Day 4: Nazca to Lima

8:00am - 10:30am

OPTIONAL EXTRA

Cahuachi pyramids – One of the biggest ceremonial mud-brick archeological sites in the world. The most important ceremonial site of the Nazca culture dating back some 2000 years ago. Discover the mystery of the pyramids and how these relate closely to the Nazca lines. Your guide can help you book this optional extra or book in advance to secure a spot.

11:00am

INCLUDED ACTIVITY

Nazca Lines Flight – Take flight over the lines and discover many of the drawings sketched on the desert land.

12:30pm

Free time in Nazca. Roam around the desert city and discover some of it's landmarks like Plaza de Armas!

1:30pm - 2:30pm

INCLUDED ACTIVITY

Acueductos de Cantalloc – Considered one of the oldest irrigational systems in the world. These ancient water aqueducts built 2000 years ago enabled the Nazca Culture to bring water from the Andes to the Nazca Valley via underground channels, bringing life to the desert lowlands.

3:00pm - 5:30pm

INCLUDED ACTIVITY

*Private transport from Nazca directly to Huacachina with Nazca Shuttle.

7:00pm - 11:45pm

Luxury bus back to Lima. Sit back and relax on the comfortable seats while you enjoy a movie onboard (e.g Mrs. Doubtfire / Forrest Gump / etc.). Or lay back, cover yourself up with the blanket on your seat and have a relaxing nap! You will be dropped off directly to your hotel/hostel upon arrival to Lima.

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What’s Included

Guided luxury bus transport
Exclusive Secret Slave Tunnels Tour in Chincha
Ballestas Islands Tour in Paracas
Paracas National Reserve Tour in Paracas
Extended 2-hour Dune Buggy and Sandboarding Tour in Huacachina
Pisco Vineyard tour
Nazca Lines Flight
Acueductos de Cantalloc tour
Private shuttle service to and from Nazca with Nazca Shuttle (not guided)
Hotel/hostel pickups and drop offs

Not Included

Food
Accommodation can be added-on when purchasing your ticket
Airport tax - 30 soles
Tourist Entrance Ticket - 47 soles
The maximum weight limit for the flight per person is 95 kilos, an additional cost of $80 will be added should you exceed the given weight limit

Important Info & Notes

Important info

Departure Days

Every Day

Time of Departure

07:00am

Pick-up Location

We pick up passengers from all major hostels & hotels in Lima. If you are staying at an Airbnb then email us and we will specify your nearest pick up location.

If staying outside of these areas or at a residential address, then please select our central meeting point: MC DONALDS, PARQUE KENNEDY - MIRAFLORES as your pick-up location.

Minimum Time Needed

4 Days / 3 Nights

Price

$268 Includes transport, tours and guide on board. Accommodation add-ons available. *Does not included food.

Important Notes

Travelling between any of the dates mentioned below? Click the tab for the corresponding important information.

SECRET SLAVE TUNNELS - PRIVATE EVENTS

The Haciendo San Jose (Secret Slave Tunnels) will be closed to the public to the following dates due to private events:

March 16th, 2024
April 27th, 2024
May 18th, 2024
September 21st, 2024
November 9th, 2024
November 23rd, 2024

28 - 31 MARCH 2024 EASTER WEEKEND

Due to the heavy traffic, we will depart Lima 1 hour before the departure times mentioned above.

Due to high demand, we will not be able to assist with booking any rooms during this period. We recommend you to book in advance directly with the hotel/hostel.

NOTE: For Easter Weekend, the Ballestas Islands Tour (Paracas) on these dates will last only one and a half hours in duration. This is the same for ALL tour operators.

NOTE: For Easter Weekend, the Dunebuggy & Sandboarding Tour (Huacachina) on these dates will last only one hour in duration. This is the same for ALL tour operators.

Road access to Huacachina Oasis may be limited. It might be necessary to walk a short distance in and out of the oasis. Please consult your guide regarding your luggage.

27, 28, 29 & 30 JULY 2024 - INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATIONS (PERU)

Due to the heavy traffic, we will depart Lima at an earlier time on July 28th & 29th (6:00am).

Due to high demand, we will not be able to assist with booking any rooms during this period. We recommend you to book in advance directly with the hotel/hostel.

NOTE: For Independence Day (Fiestas Patrias) week, the Ballestas Islands Tour (Paracas) on these dates will last only one and a half hours in duration. This is the same for ALL tour operators.

NOTE: For Independence Day (Fiestas Patrias) week, the Dunebuggy & Sandboarding Tour (Huacachina) on these dates will last only one hour in duration. This is the same for ALL tour operators.

Road access to Huacachina Oasis may be limited. It might be necessary to walk a short distance in and out of the oasis. Please consult your guide regarding your luggage.

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Accommodation Information

Paracas

Los Frayles 3-star Hotel GREAT VALUE

Excellent for:

Solo Travelers
Couples
Families

Why guests love it:

Swimming pool
Breakfast included
Great wi-fi

Shared room

Traveling alone or on a budget? Or just looking to meet other travelers? Choose the shared room option for your trip and connect with other like-minded hopsters.

Room type:

6-bed shared room

Price:

From $10 per person

Towels are NOT included in SHARED rooms. Optional hire.

Private room

Traveling as a couple or group? Or do you just want your own room for the tour? Select a private room with bathroom when booking to add that little bit of privacy to your trip.

Room type:

Single, double and family rooms available

Price:

From $17 per person

Huacachina

Wild Rover Hostel GREAT VALUE

Excellent for:

Backpackers
Solo Travelers

Why guests love it:

Lively bar
Day/night parties
Swimming pool

Shared room

Traveling alone or on a budget? Or just looking to meet other travelers? Choose the shared room option for your trip and connect with other like-minded hopsters.

Room type:

Range of pod-style shared rooms from 4 to 14 beds.

Price:

From $10 per person

Private room

Traveling as a couple or group? Or do you just want your own room for the tour? Select a private room with bathroom when booking to add that little bit of privacy to your trip.

Room type:

Single, double and family rooms available

Price:

From $17 per person

Curasi 3-Star Hostel With Oasis View GREAT VALUE

Excellent for:

Couples
Families
Older travelers

Why guests love it:

Swimming pool
Breakfast included
Great food

Private room

Traveling as a couple or group? Or do you just want your own room for the tour? Select a private room with bathroom when booking to add that little bit of privacy to your trip.

Room type:

Single, double and family rooms available

Price:

From $17 per person

Frequently Asked Questions

You might have some questions about our service and of course Peru itself. Our FAQs are aimed at helping you with any questions you may have.

Just click on any question and get the answer straight away!

Is Peru Hop available for everybody?

Families, single travelers, couples, and groups of friends of all ages are welcome to join us traveling through Peru. Our buses always carry a mix of people from different countries and age groups, which make traveling with Peru Hop such a great experience.

Where can I store my luggage while doing the tours?

If you are not staying overnight at a specific town and planning to continue the trip the same day after taking a tour, you can store your luggage at our meeting points. They allow free storage (depending on the location) for Peru Hop passengers. Feel free to ask your guide for help, they’ll be happy to assist and let you know the best option for you.

Can I change my ticket to another one after booking?

Sure, if you want to change your ticket for one that better suits your travel plans, please send us an email to proceed. Depending on the new ticket price and the timing of your request, the team will provide you with the available options.

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Info About Our Luxury Buses

Peru Hop – #1 Bus Company In Peru

As well as an unbeatable safety record, Peru Hop is also famous for its punctuality and comfort. In South America, where things often run later than scheduled, we are very proud to say we achieve a 98.5% on-time arrival for each trip.

If comparing Peru Hop to other bus companies, make sure you check their safety record, past accidents, as well as their Tripadvisor page (if they even bother to have one) as often you will find there is a reason why some bus companies have “cheaper” prices than Peru Hop.

Features Of Our Buses

40 semi-bed reclining seats: All with sponge foam pads for added comfort.
Modern and clean toilet: Unlike public buses that often smell bad and are not cleaned regularly.
High-tech temperature controlled air system: We ensure it is never too hot or too cold.
3 LCD TVs on board: Just sit back and enjoy English-speaking movies on longer journeys.
Highest quality brake and suspension system: To ensure that every passenger has a smooth and seamless journey.
Blankets for every passenger: Snuggle up and get some sleep on longer trips.
GPS monitoring system: Allows us to track our buses every step of the way and monitor driver velocity.
USB ports on every seat: Charge your phone or any device throughout your whole trip.

Bus Safety Controls

Large team of drivers: Our drivers are not overworked/tired as is often the case on other buses.
Tour guide onboard: Our tour guide does regular checks on the drivers.
Seatbelts: We have a seatbelt for every passenger and ask our passengers to wear them at all times.
24 hour GPS monitoring: Every bus is monitored from a secure point via GPS…we always know where the bus is and if it is taking any unscheduled stops.
Constant contact: The drivers and the guide communicate continuously by telephone with the Peru Hop office.
No tight deadlines: Our drivers are under NO pressure to arrive at a certain time, no need for increased speed or unnecessary risks.

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You are able to change your departure dates at no extra cost if you were to change your plans.

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