• Miraflores - Start your day with an early pickup from your hotel in Miraflores, San Isidro, or Barranco. Board the Peru Hop bus, equipped with high-speed Wi-Fi, and relax in a premium, air-conditioned coach featuring reclining semi-bed seats and an onboard restroom. Your welcoming Peruvian host will share stories and tips as you travel along the scenic Pan-American Highway towards Paracas, a tranquil fishing village on the Pacific coast.
• Islas Ballestas - From 10:00 to 12:00, embark on a fast, comfortable boat for a 2-hour wildlife cruise. Glide past towering rock arches and the enigmatic Candelabra geoglyph while keeping an eye out for sea lions, Humboldt penguins, and a vibrant array of seabirds. With some luck, you might even spot playful dolphins. Skippers maintain a respectful distance to allow observation of natural behaviors (wildlife sightings vary by season).
• Paracas - From 12:00 to 14:00, enjoy leisure time along the Paracas boardwalk. Explore the marina, peruse local craft stalls, or savor fresh ceviche or grilled seafood while overlooking the ocean (lunch at your own expense). Your host can recommend excellent local spots.
• Paracas National Reserve - Participate in a guided bus tour through one of South America’s largest protected desert reserves. Capture photos of red-sand cliffs, wind-sculpted headlands, and expansive Pacific vistas where dunes meet turquoise waters. Short walks to viewpoints offer breathtaking panoramas.
• Hacienda San José - Head north on your Peru Hop bus to a historic hacienda to explore its underground tunnels, once used during the slave-trading era. Your guide will provide context and stories that illuminate this challenging history. Some tunnels are narrow with low ceilings; guests should be comfortable in confined spaces.
• Lima - Unwind on your comfortable Peru Hop bus with onboard high-speed Wi-Fi during the return journey to Lima, perfect for sharing your favorite Ballestas and Paracas photos. Enjoy direct drop-off at your hotel in Miraflores, San Isidro, or Barranco. Typical arrival is around 11:00 PM (traffic and sea conditions may affect timing; Downtown/Airport drop-offs might be slightly later).

• Secret Slave Tunnels, Hacienda San Jose
• 2-hour boat tour to the Ballestas Island
• Luxury Buses for the long journey
• In-vehicle air conditioning
• On-board restrooms
• Bilingual Guide
• Pick up and drop off at your hotel
• Paracas National Reserve Tour

• Food and drinks

Experience a full day adventure from Lima: embark on a guided boat tour to the wildlife-rich Ballestas Islands, where you can spot sea lions, Humboldt penguins, and majestic seabirds. Then, journey into the stunning Paracas National Reserve, where the desert meets the Pacific Ocean. Conclude the day with a meaningful visit to the historic Chincha Slave Tunnels.

• Full-day excursion from Lima: Ballestas Islands cruise & Paracas Reserve
• Opportunities for wildlife observation - sea lions, penguins, and seabird cliffs
• Iconic views where desert meets ocean within Paracas National Reserve
• Guided tour of the Chincha Slave Tunnels; includes hotel pickup and drop-off
• The bus will arrive back in Lima around 11:30 pm - midnight
• The Only company with Luxury Buses for the long journey, others use small vans
• The tour runs with slight adjustments during the following holidays: Easter weekend (April 17-20) and Peru’s Independence Day celebrations (July 25-28). The pick-up time will be 1 hour before the usual time
• Minimum age: 8 years old – Must have parents permission
• Recommended: Treking or tennis Shoes (no flipflops allowed), Sunglasses, Hat, Sunscreen, Drinking water, Windbreaker jacket & warm clothes.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.