Pisco Route | Tasting | Experience in the Desert

Embark on the Pisco Route for an unparalleled tasting experience in Ica’s stunning desert landscape. This one-day tour takes you to renowned vineyards where you’ll savor exquisite wines and pisco while learning about traditional and modern production methods. Enjoy thrilling activities like buggy rides and sandboarding, culminating in a breathtaking sunset over the desert. Whether you’re an adventure seeker or a wine lover, this unique experience promises to leave you with unforgettable memories.

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Key Points

Discover the heart of wine and pisco production in Ica with guided tours of Tacama Vineyard and El Catador.
Enjoy wine and pisco tastings at both vineyards as part of the tour experience.
Set out on a thrilling buggy ride and try sandboarding in the stunning Huacachina desert.
Witness the breathtaking sunset over the desert, capping off the day’s activities.
The tour includes hotel pickup in Ica, transportation, and all entrance fees, with a flexible cancellation policy.

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Tour Overview and Details

The Pisco Route Experience offers a comprehensive tour that allows visitors to explore the heart of wine and pisco production in Ica, Peru.

Priced from CZK 1,265 per person, the one-day tour is available in Spanish and English. Hotel pickup in Ica is included, and there’s free cancellation up to 24 hours in advance. Guests can reserve now and pay later.

The tour features visits to the Tacama Vineyard, the oldest in South America, and El Catador, a traditional pisco producer.

Travelers also enjoy a guided tour and sunset experience in the desert of Huacachina.

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Itinerary Highlights

The tour begins with pickup from hotels in Ica, taking guests to the first stop – the Tacama Vineyard, the oldest in South America dating back 400 years. A guided tour (2 hours) explores wine and pisco production, including tastings. Next, visitors travel to El Catador, a traditional vineyard known for pisco. Here, they learn about artisanal production methods and enjoy more tastings (1 hour). The final stop is Huacachina, where a guided tour (1.5 hours) culminates in a sunset experience in the desert.

| Stops | Duration |

| — | — |

| Tacama Vineyard | 2 hours |

| El Catador | 1 hour |

| Huacachina | 1.5 hours |

Activities Included

This tour includes transportation to and from the hotels in Ica or Huacachina.

Visitors can enjoy wine and pisco tastings at Tacama Vineyard and El Catador. The tour also includes a guided buggy ride and sandboarding experience in the desert.

Entrance to the Tacama Vineyard is included, costing S/ 25 per person. While lunch isn’t included, it can be purchased optionally at the wineries.

Guests are advised to wear comfortable shoes, bring a camera, biodegradable sunscreen, and a charged smartphone. This tour isn’t suitable for pregnant women, and itineraries are subject to change.

Important Information

Guests should bring comfortable shoes, a camera, biodegradable sunscreen, and a charged smartphone for this tour.

The tour isn’t suitable for pregnant women. Itineraries are subject to change.

This pisco route experience allows visitors to discover the heart of wine and pisco production in Ica. Guests can enjoy a beautiful sunset in the desert after an adventurous day filled with learning about modern and artisanal production processes of wine and pisco through guided tours and tastings at the Tacama Vineyard and El Catador.

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Experience Highlights

One can discover the heart of wine and pisco production in Ica on this experience. Participants can enjoy a beautiful sunset in the desert after an adventurous day. They will learn about modern and artisanal production processes of wine and pisco through guided tours and tastings at renowned vineyards.

| Discover | Enjoy | Learn |

| — | — | — |

| The heart of wine and pisco production | A beautiful sunset in the desert | Modern production processes |

| Ica’s vibrant winemaking culture | Adventurous activities like buggy rides | Artisanal production methods |

| Centuries-old traditions and techniques | Sandboarding in the dunes | The nuances of wine and pisco

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Tacama Vineyard: Exploring Wine and Pisco Production

The tour begins at the renowned Tacama Vineyard, the oldest in South America dating back over 400 years.

Guests embark on a guided tour, exploring the winery’s rich history and modern wine and pisco production processes. They witness the intricate steps, from grape harvesting to fermentation and distillation.

The knowledgeable guides share insights into the region’s terroir and the unique characteristics of Peruvian pisco. Tastings allow visitors to savor the complex flavors of Tacama’s award-winning wines and piscos, providing a deeper appreciation for the art of artisanal winemaking.

This experience sets the stage for the desert adventure to come.

El Catador: Artisanal Pisco Production and Tastings

After exploring the grand Tacama Vineyard, the tour moves on to a more intimate experience at El Catador.

This traditional vineyard is known for its artisanal pisco production methods. Guests learn about the intricate process firsthand:

Harvesting the grapes by hand
Distilling the fermented grape juice in copper stills
Aging the pisco in oak barrels for up to 2 years
Expertly blending the aged piscos to craft the final product

The highlight is the tasting, where visitors savor the unique flavors and aromas of El Catador’s premium piscos.

Huacachina: Guided Tour and Sunset in the Desert

Leaving the vineyards behind, the tour group heads to the mesmerizing Huacachina desert. A guide leads them on a 1.5-hour excursion, unravelling the history and natural wonders of this oasis.

They gaze in awe at the towering sand dunes, then hop aboard a dune buggy for an exhilarating ride. The adventurous try their hand at sandboarding, gliding down the dunes.

As the sun sets, the group savors the serene beauty of the desert. Witnessing the vibrant colors paint the sky is the perfect end to this immersive pisco experience.

Since You Asked

Can Minors Participate in the Pisco Tastings?

No, minors cannot participate in the pisco tastings. The tour is only available for adults aged 18 and above, as the tastings involve the sampling of alcoholic beverages.

Is Transportation to Ica or Huacachina Provided?

Yes, transportation to and from the hotels in Ica or Huacachina is included in the tour package. The overview states that pickup from the hotels in Ica is provided as part of the tour.

Can I Purchase Pisco or Wine on the Tour?

Yes, the tour includes wine and pisco tastings at the Tacama Vineyard and El Catador. Participants can purchase wine and pisco directly from the producers during the tour if they wish.

How Much Time Is Spent at Each Location?

The tour spends 2 hours at Tacama Vineyard, 1 hour at El Catador, and 1.5 hours exploring Huacachina Desert. The total duration of the tour is 1 day, with pickup and transportation included from hotels in Ica.

Is There a Discount for Group Bookings?

There’s no mention of group discounts in the information provided. The tour price is listed as a per person rate, without any indication of special pricing for larger groups.

The Sum Up

The Pisco Route offers an unforgettable adventure in Ica’s stunning desert. Explore renowned vineyards, indulge in exquisite wines and pisco, and enjoy thrilling activities like buggy rides and sandboarding. Culminate the day with a breathtaking sunset over the desert, creating memories that will last a lifetime. This unique experience caters to adventure seekers and wine lovers alike, promising an unparalleled journey through Peru’s rich viticultural heritage.

You can check availability for your dates here: