3-Day Paracas tour from Lima, Ballestas and Nazca Overflight

3 days Nazca Lines trips | 3 days Paracas tour

3 days Paracas tour is an extraordinary journey that unveils the mysteries of the famous Nazca Lines, one of the most intriguing archaeological wonders in Peru. Starting from Nazca, participants embark on a thrilling flight over the Nazca Desert, providing an unparalleled aerial view of the massive geoglyphs etched into the desert floor. These ancient and enigmatic designs, created by the Nazca people centuries ago, include various figures such as animals, plants, and geometric shapes, each spanning several hundred feet. The flight offers a unique perspective, allowing travelers to fully appreciate the intricate details and sheer scale of these mysterious formations.

Guided by expert pilots and knowledgeable narrators, participants receive insightful information about the Nazca Lines, exploring theories and speculations surrounding their purpose and creation. The experience provides an immersive understanding of the cultural and historical significance of the Nazca civilization. The tour also includes visits to the Nazca Lines viewing tower and the Maria Reiche Museum, where enthusiasts can delve deeper into the research and preservation efforts dedicated to these ancient wonders. The 1-Day Nazca Lines Flight Tour promises an unforgettable adventure for those fascinated by archaeological marvels, leaving participants with a newfound appreciation for the ancient ingenuity that continues to captivate explorers and scholars alike.

Paracas National Reserve | Ballestas Islands | Flight to the Nazca Lines

Duration of the trip:

3 Days I 2 Nights

Total Distance

32 Miles

Physical Level:

Moderate

Altitude:

50m

Type of Tour:

Adventure Nature & Culture

Group SIze:

Upon Request

3 days Nazca Lines trips and Paracas tour Overview

TOUR NAME: 3-Day Paracas Reserve and Nazca Lines Tour
STARTING POINT: Pick-up from Lima Hotel/Airbnb.
ENDING POINT: Drop-off Bus Terminal or Hotel
DEPARTURE: Daily.
DAYS: 3 Days
TRANSPORTATION: Service on board
MEALS: 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner,
ENTRANCE FEE: Included

3 days Nazca Lines trips and Nazca Lines Short Itinerary:

Day 1: Lima – Paracas by “Cruz del Sur Bus Company”
Day 2: Tour to Ballestas Island “Reserve of Paracas” – Nazca
Day 3: Overflight in Nazca – Bus straight to Cusco or Arequipa by “Cruz del Sur”

DAY 1
Lima – Paracas by “Cruz del Sur” +

DAY 2
Tour to Ballestas Island “Reserve of Paracas” – Nazca by “Cruz del Sur” +

DAY 3
Overlight in Nazca – City tour & Bus straight to Cusco or Arequipa by “Cruz del Sur” (Vip Service) (B)+

After or before our breakfast at the Hotel, transport to the airport of Nazca and then you will go towards Nazca. In Nazca City you will be led up to Maria Reiche Airport, where we are boarding the plane to the Nazca Lines.

You will watch an informative video about the lines before the flight, so that you can get a better idea about these archaeological remains.The types of planes we use to our tourist services are the small Cessna aircrafts, with capacity for three and five passengers, each one with a seat at the window, so you can see the figures properly. The flight takes about 35 minutes, during which time you observe some perfect representations of huge animals such as birds, including a condor, a hummingbird, a pelican, and a parrot among others.

As for the other species, you will see a big monkey, a spider, a whale, a lizard and famous design known as the astronaut. Apart from the designs you will also observe hundreds of lines that run throughout the desert and large geometric shapes which resemble huge runways. Upon your arrival, we will be waiting for you and led you to the Nazca Lines Hotel, where you can eat lunc

Afterwards, we will continue with the City tour to visit the pre-Inca cementery of Chauchilla. For many years this pre Inca place was looted by treasure hunters, who ransacked the place completely, taking away all the treasures the mummies kept in their tombs for centuries. These grave robbers just left behind the corpses, which can be seen today all over the ground. In addition to skulls and bones, you also can see several century old tombs, as well as long human hairs, ceramic fragments and others remains scattered on the desert surface.

After touring around we go back to Nazca to visit a Ceramic Studio, where a craftsman will give us a better insight about the Nazca Civilization and the colorful vessels they made hundreds of years ago; the local factory with the process of Gold extraction will be also visited… Afternoon, we will return to your hotel to pick up your personal stuff and then transfer back to the bus therminal of Cruz del Sur ( VIP service ) leaves at 9:30 pm / Arrives to Cusco around 9:30 am.

No meals provided, only breakfast at the Hotel.

Included:

Overland Transportation Lima/Paracas/ Lima by Cruz del Sur bus or similar.
Tour guide, Bus and entrance tickets for the Paracas and Huacachina tour.
Tour guide, Bus and entrance tickets for the Nazca Lines tour.
Overflight of the Nazca Lines.

Not Included:

Tickets to Overflight of the Nazca Lines: Airport tax: $22 per person (Please make sure to bring cash in soles to pay both amounts in person at the airport before the flight).
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and dinner on Day 1; lunch and dinner on Day 2.
Tips.
Snacks.
Food.

3 days Paracas tour (Prices for 2026)

Availability: Daily Departures All Departures are 100% Guaranteed. If You’re Booked, You are Going, We won’t cancel your Trip !!!

How to Book?: Send us all Your Personal information, as well as a Deposit of 30% and the Final Balance, which will be paid once you are in Cusco.

Group Service: Price per person: US$480

(You will be joined into a formed group of people who come from different countries/Nationalities)

Private Service: Upon Request

WHAT YOU NEED TO BRING/CARRY FOR 3 DAYS NAZCA LINES TRIPS

Original Passport
Backpack to carry your personal item such as toilet paper, towel, etc
Sleeping bag; only if you like to feel more comfortable
Strong comfortable and waterproof footwear
Sweater and jacket (something warm)
Water bottle & Flashlight and batteries
Hat or cap to protect you from the sun
Sun block (sun protection cream)
Toiletries, towel and toilet paper
Selection of small snacks, chocolate, dried fruit, biscuits etc
Camera, plenty of film and spare batteries
Sunglasses & Swimsuit (if you plan to swim in the lake)
Optional: walking sticks or poles

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