Museo Maria Reiche

For the tour you will be picked up from your hotel in Lima at 4:00 AM to make the trip to the city of Nasca. The experience includes a visit to the “María Reiche” Site House Museum, where you will have an extensive explanation about the Nazca Lines and who was in charge of the investigations of these great representations. Continuing with the trip you will reach the Nazca Aerodrome to board the plane (Consider that the waiting time for the start of the overflight will depend on the weather conditions at the time). During the flyover you will be able to observe perfect representations of enormous animals, such as birds, including a condor, a hummingbird, a pelican, among others. You will also see large geometric figures that resemble enormous landing strips. After the extraordinary flight over the enigmatic Nasca lines, you will return to the city of Lima on a bus trip.

Prepare for an immersive journey through the ancient wonders of Nazca! Your adventure begins with hotels pickup in Huacachina or Center of Ica between 6:15 to 6:30 in the morning. From there, we'll embark on an enlightening exploration of Nazca's rich history and culture. At 9:30, we'll arrive at the Casa y Museo María Reiche, where you'll delve into the life and work of the renowned researcher who dedicated her life to studying the Nazca Lines. Explore her museum and gain insights into the mysteries of these ancient geoglyphs. Next, at 10:40, we'll ascend to the Nazca Lines viewpoint, offering breathtaking panoramic views of the enigmatic figures etched into the desert floor. Marvel at the intricate designs and ponder the theories surrounding their purpose and creation. Continuing our journey, at 11:40, we'll visit the remarkable Cantalloc Aqueducts, a testament to the ingenuity of the ancient Nazca civilization. Wander through the labyrinth of underground channels that once supplied water to the arid desert landscape. For those seeking even more adventure, at 12:30, we offer an optional visit to the Paredones, an ancient archaeological site that served as an administrative center between the coast and the highlands. Following our exploration, we'll break for a delicious lunch at 1:00, savoring traditional Peruvian cuisine amidst the stunning desert scenery. Finally, at 4:30 pm, we'll conclude our journey as we return to Huacachina, reflecting on the wonders we've encountered and the memories we've created during our unforgettable day in Nazca.

1st Day activities: - 8 am Ballestas Islands boat Tour Arrival at the touristic pier, yacht ride to see the sea lions, penguins, seagulls, pelicans, etc. View to the Paracas Candelabra. - 11 am Huacachina Oasis We will visit Huacachina oasis to listen the local legends surrounded by the dunes. - 12 pm Pisco preparation class Pisco preparation class, explanation of the production process, and tasting of Pisco Sour. - 3 pm Buggies ride and sandboarding You will enjoy the best adrenaline doing adventure sports in the dunes (optional). - 4 pm First day of the tour concluded 2nd Day activities - 6:30 am We will start this second day at 6:30 am to continue with the tour - 9:00 am The Cantalloc Aqueducts, located near Nazca, Peru, are a marvel of ancient engineering dating back to the Nazca civilization. These intricate underground channels, constructed over 1,500 years ago, were designed to transport water from the Andes to the arid desert plains. The aqueducts showcase advanced hydraulic knowledge and are still in use today, serving as a testament to the ingenuity of ancient civilizations. - 10:30 am Maria Reiche Museam Where the doctor lived for more than 50 years, here you will be able to see up close her personal belongings, photos, maps, plans, models, and get more information about the studies she conducted - 11:30 am Nazca Viewpoint After that visit, we will make a stop at the Nasca viewpoint, observing two figures which are the frog and the tree. FREE LUNCH - 2:30 pm Transfer from Nazca to Ica We will head to Ica to catch the transportation that will take us directly to Lima. - 5:30 pm Chincha Market Last stop before going back to Lima ARRIVAL IN LIMA AROUND 10:00 PM

Day 1: Huacachina Tour 3:30 p.m. - We will start with the pick up from your hotel, from there we will go to the Huacachina Oasis. Upon arrival, we will head to the buggies to begin our exciting 80-minute tour of the Huacachina dunes. In the course of our adventure, we will make an exciting stop to practice sandboarding, sliding down the dunes and watch the majestic sunset. This first day's tour ends between 6:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m., where we will return you to your initial starting point, making sure you finish the experience in total comfort and satisfaction. Day 2: Nazca Lines Overflight 6:00 a.m. - You will be picked up from your accommodation or bus station in the city of Ica, downtown or surroundings. After the pick up, we will start our journey to the city of Nazca. First, we will go to the airfield to board the plane. From the heights, we will enjoy a panoramic view of the Nazca desert and up to 12 geometric figures during a 30 minutes tour. As a second stop, we will head to the town of San Jose to visit the Maria Reiche Museum. There, we will explore its history and the valuable contributions of Maria Reiche in the investigation of the Nazca Lines. At around 2:00 p.m., we will be back in Ica, where we will return you to your initial starting point, making sure that you finish the experience with total comfort and satisfaction.