• 4:30 to 5:00 AM: Pickup from your hotel, then transfer to Paracas.
• 9:30 AM: Arrival in Paracas. Head to the El Chaco pier to board modern speedboats for a tour of the Ballestas Islands, located in Paracas Bay. Enjoy the stunning natural beauty and diverse marine wildlife, including sea lions, Humboldt penguins, flamingos, parihuanas, and various seabirds. Sea lions may approach the boat, and penguins are often seen in the water. Thousands of seabirds fly between the islands, and their nests are visible on the rocks. We will also view the Candelabro, with the guide explaining various theories about its formation (approximately 1 hour and 40 minutes).
• 12:00 PM: Departure for Ica.
• 1:00 PM: Arrival in Ica. Lunch (Not included in the tour price).

Visitors will have the opportunity to sample the main products made at the winery, including wines, piscos, pisco creams, macerates, and mistelas, accompanied by lively phrases typical of Ica.

Visit to Noelia Chocolate Factory, where we will taste traditional chocotejas, alfajores, jams, artisanal cookies, filled mousse, and more.

• 3:00 PM: Excursion to the Huacachina Oasis, located just 5 km from the center of Ica. Enjoy the tranquility of the lagoon and take a walk around for great photo opportunities.
• 6:15 PM: Transfer to the bus station.
• 7:00 PM: Bus from Ica to Nazca with Cruz del Sur.
• 10:00 PM: Arrival in Nazca. Reception and transfer to your chosen hotel. Overnight accommodation in Nazca.

Important: The arrival time in Nasca may vary depending on how far in advance you made your tour reservation, as the bus company has a limited number of available seats.

Morning:

• 7:00 AM: Enjoy breakfast at your hotel.
• 8:00 AM: Transfer to the Nasca aerodrome for your overflight of the famous Nazca Lines.
• 8:30 AM: Begin your thrilling 30-minute overflight, where you’ll marvel at 12 of the most iconic geoglyphs, including the whale, compass, trapezoid, astronaut, monkey, dog, hummingbird, spider, condor, booby, parrot, hands, and tree. Your guide will provide insightful commentary on the history and mysteries behind these ancient figures.
  Late Morning:
• 10:00 AM: Return to your hotel for some leisure time to relax or explore the surroundings.

Lunch:

• 12:00 PM: Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant or explore Nasca on your own (Lunch not included in the tour price).
  Afternoon:
• 1:00 PM: Transfer to the Cruz del Sur bus terminal.
• 2:00 PM: Depart for Lima on the comfortable Crucero Evolution service, enjoying scenic views and onboard amenities during the journey.

Evening:

• 8:00 PM: Arrival in Lima. Transfer to your hotel or chosen drop-off point, concluding your memorable 2-day tour of Paracas, Ica, and Nasca.

At Inka Trail Backpacker, we offer you the basic and essential version of the popular treks in the region. We are a 100% local company that wants to provide everything you will need at the real cost of operations—never unfair upcharging! That is why our slogan is “Fun, Not Fancy Trip.”

Inka Trail Backpacker has been a Licensed Inca Trail Tour Operator since 2014. All companies managing the Inca Trail must be certified and have an Inca Trail operators license. This license is issued annually each December; Inka Trail Backpacker is licensed through the year of 2020.

Our license as an Official Travel Agency is under the name Inka Trail Backpacker E.I.R.L. Our license as an Inca Trail Operator is under the name of INKA TRAIL BACKPACKER E.I.R.L We also work with partner company licenses, such as INTI SUN TREK E.I.R.L and GRUPO CAMINOS DEL PERU E.I.R.L. For tourists´protection, getting the permit for the Inca Trail from the government is a complicated and stringent process: in order to guarantee an Inca Trail Permit for all the tourists that have decided to book their adventure with us, we are registered to book using any of the above mentioned company licenses. We are all registered on the official Government web site: www.machupicchu.gob.pe.

Yes, we absolutely take care of our porters. We do not charge you less than other companies at the expense of our porters’ pay and wellbeing. Since the end of 2014, Inka Trail Backpacker has been paying our porters a wage of 200 soles for the 4 day trek, plus their transportation costs. That is nearly 20% above the legally required minimum wage agreed upon with the Porters Union. Following talks with our porters, they have told us that they know of only a few trekking companies that offer such competitive pay and benefits. Only two companies pay slightly more (and charge their clients almost US$100 more than us). Of the remaining 170 other licensed trekking operators, only about 60% pay the legal wage and 40% pay less than the legal wage. Some companies pay only 70% of the legal wage. Unfortunately, this is difficult to prove as their porters receive a low wage but are asked to sign receipts showing they received more!

However, improving porter welfare is not just about paying fair wages. It is important that the porters have adequate food, a warm and dry place to sleep, and access to medical attention, just the same as any other member of the group.

The wages that the porters get paid are by no means high by Western standards, but you have to look at wages relative to other professions in Peru. For example, a school teacher gets paid the equivalent of about US$350 per month and has trained for 5 years to become a professional. A porter, if he works 4 treks a month, receives about the same if you include his tips. Most porters are seasonal workers and have no formal qualifications. For just 16 days work per month, they receive wages similar to a teacher who works 22 days. Inka Trail Backpacker also tries to help the porters in additional ways, such as financial and educational support for their families.

As a traveller, you know that one of the most rewarding and memorable experiences of going to new places is meeting people along the way. When you book a tour with us, you can be confident that your group will be filled with similar travellers looking for adventure in the Peruvian Andes. Our groups provide a great opportunity to meet new people and bond with them in an exciting environment. You never know who you will meet!

We are really proud of the work we do for our community. This is a main focus for our company. We have worked with villages directly to help supply them with needs, buy all our food from local farmers and markets, and serve the freshest ingredients.

At Inka trail Backpacker, we like to think we do trekking a little differently than our competitors. We stand by our customers and guarantee that we meet 100% of our departure dates on our treks even if you are a solo traveler.

Our office is located at 392 Calle Triunfo (the street is also called Sunturwasi), inside the Centro Artesenal Arte Inka Building, which is on the corner across the street from the Museo Arzobispal and the Twelve-Angled Stone, by a small fountain. We are on the second floor, in Suite 209.

Hotel pickup is between 4:30 AM and 5:00 AM. Pickup is available from major hotels in Miraflores,  Exact pickup time will be confirmed the evening before departure.

Yes, we can arrange to pick you up from a different location in Lima. However, please note that there will be an additional cost due to the distance. Let us know your location, and we can provide you with the details and any extra charges.

The tour uses comfortable, air-conditioned tourist buses for the journey between Lima, Paracas, Ica, and Nasca. For the overflight of the Nasca Lines, a small aircraft is used, and for the Ballestas Islands tour, modern speedboats are provided.

The tour typically accommodates up to 20 participants,

Yes, there is a luggage limit of one medium-sized suitcase per person. Additionally, you can bring a small carry-on bag for personal items.

The tour includes visits to the Ballestas Islands, a wine and pisco tasting in Ica, a tour of the Huacachina Oasis, and an overflight of the Nasca Lines. Other activities include a visit to Noelia Chocolate Factory and a tubular adventure + sandboarding in Huacachina.

The Ballestas Islands tour lasts about 1 hour and 40 minutes, including time to explore the marine life and view the famous Candelabro geoglyph..

The overflight of the Nasca Lines lasts approximately 30 minutes, providing ample time to view the most famous geoglyphs

Most activities are suitable for children and elderly travelers. However, the overflight and tubular adventure may not be recommended for individuals with certain health conditions. Please consult with us beforehand.

The tour includes 1 night of accommodation  in Nasca. The hotel offers comfortable rooms with private bathrooms and basic amenities.

Accommodation is pre-selected, but upgrades to a higher category hotel can be arranged at an additional cost. Please inquire at the time of booking

Yes, you are encouraged to take photos during the overflight and boat tour. However, it is recommended to secure your camera or phone with a strap, especially during the overflight.

Yes, all tours are conducted by bilingual guides who speak both English and Spanish.