Top Ica Archaeology Tours

Travelers should book this visit as they will get to know the geoglyphs and Nazca Lines, cultural heritage of humanity aboard modern light aircraft, a unique experience for culture lovers who go from Lima to Arequipa or Cuzco, where this stop is unmissable for your adventure to our Peru.

Live a unique experience with friends or family and visit 25 different geoglyphs from Palpa to Nazca, and on your overflight tour of the lines and Nazca Geogligos 13 more figures, adding a total of 38 enigmatic geoglyphs in an area of approximately 450 kilometers squares

Embark on a private car journey from Ica to Nasca, unlocking the secrets of the Nasca Lines from above. Then, dive into the dunes for an adrenaline-fueled Dune Buggy ride in Huacachina, where you'll witness the stunning sunset as the perfect finale to your adventure. This tour seamlessly blends cultural discovery with thrilling escapades, offering the perfect blend of excitement and enlightenment for your Ica adventure.

Ideal for lovers of history and mystery, geoglyphs and petroglyphs are enigmatic lines that history has not yet been able to explain accurately, enjoy this tour and discover the history surrounding the Palpa Valley.

Decipher the Mystery of the Nazca and Palpa Lines: Delve into the archaeological enigma of the Nazca and Palpa Lines, an ancient testimony of engineering and art recorded in the arid Peruvian pampa. These mysterious geoglyphs, dating back to between 500 B.C. and 500 AD, form geometric figures and representations of animals that can only be fully appreciated from the air. This mystery, shrouded in the mist of the past, continues to baffle researchers and captivate travelers who explore this wonder from above. Viewpoints en Route: On your journey through this land of enigmas, discover the metallic and natural viewpoints strategically located along the route. These structures give you privileged views of the mysterious lines, allowing you to appreciate their grandeur and complexity from dry land. Each viewpoint is a unique window that immerses you in the magic and mystery that surrounds these impressive creations.

We provide transportation from either Ica or Paracas to embark on an unforgettable journey over the Nazca Lines from Maria Reiche Aerodrome. Along the route, we'll make stops at the Palpa and Nasca viewpoints, enhancing your experience with panoramic vistas and a deeper understanding of these ancient wonders

The tour starts on the road to Ica Regional Museum, which has an important collection of pre-Hispanic artefacts from the Ica, Paracas, Nazca, Wari and Inca cultures that have been exhibited in different parts of the world.After that you will visit a producer of wine and pisco, products that have made the valleys of the Ica desert famous. Thereafter is a visit to the sanctuary of the Lord of Luren, a dark-skinned saint from Ica, whose carvedimage was made in Spain in the year 1556. On the third Monday of October each year the image is taken from the church and carried through the streets of Ica accompanied by hundreds of devotees. Finally, you will visit Lake Huacachina. Originally an oasis in the middle of the desert, the lake is one of Ica´s major attractions. It is surrounded by large sand dunes and offers a variety of optional services: from good food to an adrenalin-stimulating sand buggy ride through the desert.

Two hours from the city of Ica is Nazca, this immersive experience promises a day of discovery, ancient wonders, and extraordinary insights into the rich history of Nazca. Don't miss your chance to be part of this extraordinary journey! We will learn more about our culture, the Lines and Figures of the Nasca pampas. We will visit the María Reiche Museum to learn a little about the mysteries of this magical area. We will visit the Metallic viewpoint, from where we can see 2 figures.

Visit of Tambo Colorado Ruins, considered as an Inca administrative center, built in adobe in 1480. The building has many corridors and rooms including inca baths. On the site museum you will be able to see some pictures of other remains found in the area and on the slope of Tambo Colorado hill you will visit (panoramic) the remans of an Inca cementery. After this you will be taken to your hotel.

Experience the thrill of a lifetime with our Nazca Lines Overflight Tour from Ica! Soar high above the enigmatic Nazca Lines, where ancient geoglyphs come to life from the sky. Witness these colossal and mysterious drawings etched into the desert landscape, and marvel at their intricate details and grand scale. Our expert pilots will guide you on a mesmerizing journey, providing unique perspectives of the Nazca Lines that you can't get anywhere else. Prepare to be awe-struck as you uncover the secrets of this ancient civilization from the air. This is a once-in-a-lifetime adventure that will leave you with memories to treasure forever.