Pisco Wineries and Vineyards Day Tour
Ica is known for its exceptional production of pisco and wine, with about 150 wineries located in the lovely valleys just outside the city. Enjoy the Pisco route, exploring renowned wineries and vineyards, where you will learn the making process of different liquors such as pisco, wines and sparkling wines. Get surprised with the tasting of the national drink, and discover the passion for Peruvian Pisco.
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Pisco Wineries and Vineyards Day Tour
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What's included in Pisco Wineries and Vineyards Day Tour
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Taqara 1856
After picking you up at the hotel or bus station in Ica, we will start this excursion at the artisan winery “El Catador”, founded in 1856. In this place you will learn how pisco and wines are made since the 16th century. We are going to taste the delicious pisco, the grape-based Peruvian brandy. Pisco is an appellation of origin, being the typical distillate of Peru, which is only produced on the coast. The first grape plantations occurred with the arrival of the Spanish conquest, starting with the production of wine, and later, they started with the distillates.
We will continue the route to visit Lazo Museum Winery, which was founded in 1809 by the Donayre Bolivar family. This place has a rustic museum, with interesting pieces of diverse cultures such as ceramics, remains of cloaks, weapons, paintings, among others collectible artifacts. Here, we will have the opportunity to taste wines and piscos.
Tacama
We will continue the tour towards the oldest vineyard in all of South America, created by the Spanish Francisco de Carabantes in 1540. Over the years, this place went through different stages, developing quality product. Hacienda Tacama uses foreigners’ grapes to make their wines, piscos and sparkling wines. We will taste different products to delight our senses. At the end, we will return to your hotel or bus station in Ica.
Inclusions
- Pick up & Drop off from selected hotels
- Tasting of wines and piscos
- Gratuities
- Food
- El Catador Bodega Turistica
- Tacama Winery
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- At least 2 people are required to take place this activity
- Children 5 and younger are complimentary
- The Tacama Winery is closed on Mondays, so the visit will be at Vista Alegre Winery
- You should bring sunhat, sunscreen, sunglasses, comfortable clothes and shoes, spending cash
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Pickup and Dropoff
Choose to be picked up from a list of locations
Please arrive at the pick up point 15 minutes before departure time.
Additional Information
The pick up transfer is only from selected centrally located hotels. If your hotel is outside the geographic area, we will confirm you the closest meeting point. Indicate the name and address of your hotel.
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We suggest you to confirm the booking details with us prior to travel, or upon arrival at your destination. Please note that departure times and locations may vary slightly. OFFICE NUMBER: (+54 11) 5185-9997 (Mon to Sun from 09 to 18 Hs) EMERGENCY MOBILE: (+54 911) 4991-4035 (After office hours)
