Ica: Pisco and Peruvian Wine Route
Description
Live the better experience tasting our spirit drink "Pisco" let yourself be captivated by its aromas and textures. Visit the more exclusive and recognized cellar and distillerie of the Region and one of the more old of southamerica. Learn about the history of our national drink and its denomination of origin and why the word Pisco. Venture out and become an expert of our national drink.
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Itinerary
We'll learn about the history of the oldest distillery in the Americas, starting with the boulevard of the 8 pisquera strains. Then, we'll visit the original facilities from 1684, the largest winery in Ica, the wine presses, and the falcas. We'll continue to the current distillery, considered the most modern in the country. Finally, we'll taste its famous pisco in each of its varieties.
We'll visit Peru's first vineyard, established in 1540 by winemaker Francisco de Carabantes. We'll tour the classic winery, learn about its modern facilities, and we will learn the wine and pisco production process. Finally, we'll taste each of its iconic beverages. Every Monday, the Tacama vineyard does not accept visitors; in that case, the visit is made to another winery of similar quality.
Here you can learn about the artisanal production of pisco and Ica wine. And you won't just be tasting piscos and wines; macerated and pisco creams are the specialty of local wineries.
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What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
The service includes pick-up at your hotel within metropolitan area Ica, main square or Residencial la Angostura. It does not include pick up at hotels that are located in the districts of Los Aquijes, Parcona, San Juan Bautista, Guadalupe, neither Hotel Viñas de Queirolo and Hotel Hacienda de San Juan.
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Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Every Monday, Tacama vineyard does not serve visitors, in that case, it is replaced by a similar category winery.
- The service is subject to variation without prior notice, due to weather and/or any other event that does not allow the normal development of the itinerary.
- The Itinerary may vary at the discretion of the operator, to ensure the safety of the traveler and the best development of the service in its entirety. In this case, the Operator could carry out a contingency plan with an alternative tour.
- Not recommended for people with problems with alcohol.
Reviews(4)
We had such a great time on this tour! Our guide Joel was load of fun and made sure we had a good time. All of the tour guides at the vinyards were excellent but Jesus at La Caravedo was exceptional, one of our favorites of all time.
Thank you very much for your comment, we are pleased to know that our service was to your complete satisfaction.
Very nice and professional. Only thing is Snacks are required for the experience. Crackers/nuts/ cheese etc needed. Thanks
We appreciate your comment, we are glad to know that you liked it. On the other hand, we will take your suggestion into account. Greetings!
