Mystery and Nature in Ica, Peru

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Known for its eternal sun, the spectacular dunes and delicious grapes, Ica is also a mysterious destination.

Giant lines made ​​with an impressive precision in Nazca and the development of an ancient culture and its distorted heads and mummies, Paracas, are just a few samples of what keeps this enigmatic destination for travelers.

So close to Lima, only 303 km south and 4 hours by bus, is an ideal destination for those who also want to enjoy breathtaking nature. Several beaches, a nature reserve, oasis, dunes and innumerable wildlife will make your visit becomes a unique experience.

In the department of Ica you can also visit their farms and wineries as well as other cities of tradition, among which Chincha, the black district of Peru.

Ica is waiting for you because Ica is a placeOK.

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Useful information*

Climate: The city of Ica has a sunny climate most of the year, with an annual average temperature 32 º C (89 º F) and minimum of 9 º C (49 º F).

Highways: Overland: Lima-Ica: 303 km on the South Panamerican Highway  (4 hours by car). Air: There are regular flights. It offers air taxi service from Lima.

Distances from the city of Ica:

Chincha Alta (Prov. Chincha) 100 km / 1 hour.
Nasca (Nasca Prov) 147 km / 2 hours.
Palpa (Prov. Palpa) 97 km / 1 hour.
Pisco (Pisco Prov.) 60 km / 50 minutes.

* Source: www.peru.travel

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