You’ll taste Peru’s pisco culture fast and focused. This tour hits Hacienda Tacama, known as the oldest winery in South America, and pairs it with family-run stops like La Vieja Bodega Lovera for real craft-brew vibes. I like that you get guided tastings in both English and Spanish, and you also get time for a typical Ica lunch. One thing to plan for: Tacama entry isn’t included, so you’ll need cash for that add-on.

In practical terms, this is the kind of tour that fits your schedule without turning the day into a long bus ride. You’ll do a photo stop, walk through working production areas with a guide, and try wines and pisco (including pisco creams) while the route stays tight. Still, it’s a group tour, so your pace is set by the van schedule, not your own timing.

If you’re short on time in Ica or staying near Huacachina, this is a smart way to sample the region’s famous flavors. Just bring comfortable shoes and plan for a lunch break, since food isn’t included.

Key highlights I’d circle on your map

• Oldest winery in South America: Hacienda Tacama and its wine, pisco, and sparkling wines focus
• Pisco route stops: Lovera and Cutur Pisco keep the craft tradition going
• Guided tastings in two languages: English and Spanish support
• Pisco creams + wine tastings: you get more than just one sample type
• Monday swap to Vista Alegre: Tacama pauses, and the route changes
• Authentic Spanish cellars (16th–17th c.): you’ll see the older cellar vibe at Cutur Pisco

The point of this 5-hour Ica wineries tour

This is a classic Ica sampler: a short, structured loop through three different winery experiences. You’re not trying to “do it all” for the whole week. Instead, you get enough time at each stop to understand how pisco and wine production traditions evolved in the region, then you taste the differences.

Ica’s wine and pisco scene can feel intimidating at first because there are lots of names and lots of bottles. This tour helps you sort it out quickly. The day is paced around tastings and guided visits, so you’re learning what you’re tasting instead of just holding a glass and hoping for the best.

Also, the timing makes it workable from both Huacachina and central Ica. The pickup and return to your hotel keeps the logistics simple. You’ll still feel like you’re “on a schedule,” but you won’t be planning transit or chasing addresses across town.

Price and what $25 really buys you

At $25 per person for a 5-hour group tour, the value comes from two things you actually use: guided stops and tastings. Your ticket covers pickup/return from Huacachina or Ica and includes pisco and wine tasting.

What’s not included matters, though. Lunch isn’t included, and the entry to Bodega Tacama is extra (listed as 25 soles, and on holidays there may be an extra 5 soles). So if you show up with exactly $25 in mind, you’ll be fine for the tour itself, but you’ll still need extra cash for those add-ons.

If you want to compare value with other tours, treat this one like a tasting-focused “greatest hits” route. You’re paying for structure, time with guides, and multiple tasting moments—rather than for a private tour or a long sit-down meal.

Hacienda Tacama: the oldest winery stop (and why it matters)

Your first major stop is Tacama, at Av. Camino Real 390 in Ica. This is Hacienda Tacama, described as the oldest winery in South America. It produces wines, pisco, and sparkling wines using fine grapes—so you’re not seeing a single-purpose operation.

At this stop, you can expect:

• a photo stop and guided visit
• guided tour time plus wine tasting

This is the place where the region’s story feels most “rooted.” Even if you’re not a wine expert, it’s easier to understand the differences between wine and pisco when you start with a producer that focuses across categories. Tacama gives you a baseline.

One practical tip: this is the longest stop of the day (around two hours), so it’s the time to slow down, ask questions through the guide, and pay attention to what tastes different—especially between wine and pisco offerings.

Important budget note: Tacama entry isn’t included. Expect to pay the additional fee on site. And because this part of the tour is timed, you’ll want to arrive on time for your pickup so you don’t feel rushed when it’s already tasting time.

Monday’s swap: Tacama pause and the Vista Alegre replacement

Here’s the wrinkle that can change your day: on Mondays, Hacienda Tacama has a break. When that happens, your visit is replaced with Hacienda Vista Alegre, listed as the same category.

Why this matters for you: if you’re going on a Monday, you shouldn’t assume you’ll walk into Tacama exactly as advertised. You’ll still get a similar style winery stop and tasting experience, just under the Vista Alegre name instead.

If you’re someone who plans tightly around specific locations, check the calendar before you go. The good news is the tour is already designed for the change—you’re not left scrambling for an alternative.

La Vieja Bodega Lovera: family pisco heritage in 1867-style detail

Next you head to Lovera Winery (PE-1S 70, Ica). This stop is La Vieja Bodega Lovera, described as the mother winery of the Lovera de Ica winery. The origin story is specific: it was founded by Francisco Lovera and Ursula Moreno in 1867, and the current operation is tied to the 4th generation of the family.

This matters because pisco doesn’t work like a trendy new craft label. It’s tradition-heavy, and family continuity often shows up in how they handle production and selection of ingredients. You’ll feel that difference in the way the guide talks about the process and in what you taste.

You’re likely to spend about an hour here, with:

• guided tour time
• focus on tasting pisco, vinos, and cachinas (listed as Piscos Vinos y Cachinas)

The day’s balance shifts here. Tacama gives you a foundational “big name” introduction. Lovera brings the family and heritage angle into focus, with the pisco side staying center stage.

Cutur Pisco and El Arrabal: artisan pisco plus lunch with cellars

Your final winery-area stop is Fundo – Hotel El Arrabal, Ica 11004. This is where the tour keeps going along the Pisco Route.

You’ll visit Cutur Pisco, described as an artisan winery where tradition in wine and pisco production is preserved. You should expect:

• guided visit and tasting focus (again centered on pisco, vinos, and cachinas)
• and a standout historical feature: the winery has authentic Spanish cellars from the XVI and XVII centuries

That cellar detail is the kind of thing that makes a tasting tour feel real. Even if you’re mostly there for the flavors, seeing those older cellars gives you context for how long winemaking and distilling have shaped this area.

Then you get free time for lunch. The tour description says you can have lunch in the restaurant at the vineyard, and the food style is typical dishes of the Ica region. Lunch itself is not included, so you’ll want to budget for it separately. You’ll also have a set block of time for it, so try to order early once the group reconvenes.

After the lunch window, the van transfer returns you to your hotel in Ica.

Timing, group pace, and the small things that save your day

The tour runs about 5 hours, which is ideal if you want winery flavor without losing a whole day. The van segments are built into that time (listed as roughly 20 minutes each way), and your day is structured around three winery stops plus a lunch break.

Because it’s a group tour, you’ll benefit from doing two things:

1) Arrive ready to go when the guide calls your group back (no wandering off for extra photos right at the tasting transition).

2) Have your questions ready. The tastings are guided, but if you wait until the last minute you’ll miss your chance to ask about what you’re tasting.

What to bring is not just for comfort—it affects whether the day stays pleasant:

• comfortable shoes (you’ll be walking inside and around winery areas)
• camera and a charged smartphone
• cash (useful for lunch and the Tacama entry fee)
• biodegradable sunscreen and insect repellent

And stick to the rules: alcohol and drugs aren’t allowed. The tour also lists no fireworks or explosive substances.

Who should book, and who should skip this one

This tour is best for you if:

• you want wine and pisco tastings in a short time
• you like guided explanations in English or Spanish
• you’re staying in Huacachina or Ica and want simple pickup/return
• you enjoy heritage details like family-run operations and older cellars

It’s probably not the right fit if you have:

• epilepsy
• recent surgeries
• an insect allergy (the provided info says this tour is not suitable)
• significant visual impairment (also listed as not suitable)

Wheelchair accessibility is listed, which is helpful for planning. Still, it’s a group format and you’ll be moving between stops, so you’ll want to consider your comfort with transfers.

Should you book the Tacama–Lovera–Cutur Pisco tour?

If you want a practical introduction to Ica’s wine and pisco scene, I’d book this. The biggest selling points are exactly what you’re getting in the time window: old-school Tacama, family heritage at La Vieja Bodega Lovera, and the artisan focus plus old-cellar atmosphere at Cutur Pisco. Add in guided tastings (including pisco creams) and a lunch break, and the day feels like more than just a quick photo-op.

Just go in with realistic expectations:

• bring cash for Tacama entry
• plan to pay for lunch
• accept that it’s a group-paced route

For first-timers, this is a clean way to taste your way through Ica’s pisco route without turning the day into a logistics headache.

FAQ

How long is the tour?

The tour duration is listed as 5 hours.

Where does pickup happen?

Pickup is included from your hotel in Huacachina or Ica, and the itinerary lists Ica as the pickup location.

Is lunch included?

No. Lunch is not included, though you get free time to have lunch at the restaurant during the tour.

Is entry to Bodega Tacama included?

No. Entry to Bodega Tacama is additional (listed as 25 soles), and on holidays there may be an extra 5 soles.

What tastings are included?

The tour includes pisco and wine tasting. The highlights also mention pisco and pisco creams.

What happens if the tour is on a Monday?

On Mondays, Hacienda Tacama has a break. The Tacama visit is replaced by a visit to Hacienda Vista Alegre.

What languages are the guided tours?

The live tour guide operates in English and Spanish.

Can I cancel and get a refund?

Yes. Free cancellation is available up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

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