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Pisco Wineries and Vineyards Day Tour
- Duration6 hours
- Max Travelers10 people
- Free CancellationUp to 24 hrs
- CategoryAdditional fees, Bus Tours
Overview
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.
Gallery
What's included
Pick up & Drop off from selected hotels
Tasting of wines and piscos
What's Not included
Gratuities
Food
El Catador Bodega Turistica
Tacama Winery
Itinerary
After picking you up at the hotel or bus station in Ica, we will start this excursion at the artisan winery u201cEl Catadoru201d, 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.
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 foreignersu2019 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.
Good to know
Infants are required to sit on an adultu2019s 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
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.