Ica Pisco Route: Traditional Wineries
from US$ 29.46 per person
This route heads into the Ica countryside to learn about pisco at wineries that still work in the traditional way. We pick you up at your hotel or bus station in central Ica and, in private transport, you visit three wineries: one traditional winery, with entrance included, and two artisanal wineries.
At each one you hear how pisco is made and taste what they produce. The tour takes about 4 hours and you choose the start time from 10:00 a.m., so it fits easily into a morning or early afternoon. It is a good introduction if this is your first time in Ica.
Highlights
- Tastings at three wineries in the Ica countryside
- Two artisanal wineries with an explanation of the process
- One traditional winery with entrance included
- Private service with pickup from your hotel or bus station in central Ica
- Start time of your choice, from 10:00 a.m.
Gallery
- Duration
- 4 hours
- Schedule
- Your choice (from 10:00 a.m.)
- Capacity
- Minimum 2 people
- Minimum age
- No age restriction
- Service
- Private
- Languages
- Spanish
Itinerary
A tour through the Ica countryside visiting three wineries, with explanations of the process and a tasting at each. The order of the visits may vary depending on the day.
Pickup in central Ica
We pick you up at your hotel or bus station in central Ica and drive in private transport into the countryside.
Traditional winery
Visit with entrance included: you learn how pisco and wine are made at a long-established Ica winery and have your first tasting.
First artisanal winery
You see the artisanal pisco-making process and taste what is produced there.
Second artisanal winery
Last stop at another artisanal winery in the countryside, with an explanation and a tasting.
Return
Return in private transport to central Ica.
Included
- Pickup from your hotel or bus station in central Ica
- Private transport in Ica
- Tour guide or tour leader in Spanish (for another language, ask for the rate)
- Entrance to one traditional winery
- Visit to two artisanal wineries
- Tastings at all three wineries
Not included
- Meals. The tastings during the visit are included.
Safety
- Insured private transport
- Responsible tastings
Important
- A 50% deposit is required to confirm the booking.
- If you cancel up to 48 hours before, you get a full refund; with less than 48 hours there is no refund.
- Date changes are subject to availability.
- On Mondays the traditional winery on the route is closed; that day another winery of similar category is visited.
- Alcohol tastings are for adults only.
- All passengers, without exception, must travel with a valid, physical identity document.
- Luxury Travels Perú is not responsible for the loss or theft of personal belongings; keep them with you at all times.
- If a passenger does not show up, they lose the right to the tour, with no refund or rescheduling.
- The tour may change due to weather, closures or orders from the authorities.
Frequently asked questions
How many wineries does the traditional pisco route visit?
Three, with a tasting at each: one traditional winery, with entrance included, and two artisanal wineries. On Mondays the traditional winery is closed and another of similar category is visited instead.
How long does the tour take?
About 4 hours, starting at the time you choose from 10:00 a.m.
Can minors take part?
Yes, there is no age restriction for the tour. Alcohol tastings are for adults only.
Is food included?
Meals are not included; the tastings during the visit are. We suggest eating beforehand or planning lunch in Ica after the tour.
How is it different from the semi-industrial route?
This route focuses on traditional and artisanal production. The semi-industrial route visits two larger-scale wineries and one artisanal winery, and includes a souvenir chilcano.
