From Ica or Huacachina: Tour to Tacama Vineyard and Artisanal Winery.

Tacama is the star of this half-day outing: a historic estate where fine grapes become wine, pisco, and sparkling wine. You’ll pair that major stop with La Vieja Bodega Lovera, a family winery founded in 1867, then visit Cutur Pisco, where old Spanish cellars still sit inside the property. I like the mix of scale and tradition, and I like that hotel pickup from Ica or Huacachina keeps the day simple. The catch is that lunch and Tacama’s entrance fee cost extra.

This is a group tour, so the pace is set for the whole van rather than for your own schedule. Monday visitors should also note that Tacama takes its weekly break then, and the visit is replaced by Hacienda Vista Alegre, a winery of the same category.

Key points at a glance

• Tacama is the main draw: Visit the oldest winery in South America and sample its wines, piscos, and sparkling wines.
• Lovera brings family tradition: La Vieja Bodega Lovera has been in the same family since its founding in 1867.
• Cutur Pisco adds old-world atmosphere: The property contains Spanish cellars dating from the 16th and 17th centuries.
• Lunch is flexible but not included: You get about an hour to eat typical Ica dishes at the vineyard restaurant, at your own cost.
• Pickup makes the tour easy: Transport begins and ends at your hotel in Ica or Huacachina.
• Monday plans are different: Tacama is closed for its weekly break, so Hacienda Vista Alegre takes its place.

Three wineries, three different sides of Ica

This tour gives you more than a tasting room and a quick glass of pisco. It follows a useful progression through Ica’s wine country, from one of the region’s best-known historic estates to smaller family and artisan operations.

You spend about five hours on the road and at the wineries, including roughly 20 minutes in the van each way. The schedule is full but not punishing. Each stop has a different purpose, which helps the day avoid feeling like the same tasting repeated three times.

You’ll taste wine, pisco, cachina, and pisco creams along the route. The exact products offered can vary by winery, but the point is clear: Ica’s drinks culture is much broader than ordinary table wine.

Starting from Ica or Huacachina

Pickup is included from your hotel in Ica or Huacachina. The van collects you about 15 minutes before the activity time, so keep your phone charged and be ready in the hotel area rather than assuming the guide will wait well past the start time.

The short transfer to the first winery takes around 20 minutes. That makes this a good choice if you are staying in Huacachina and want to see more of the Ica region without arranging a private car.

The ride is shared, not private. If you prefer to stop whenever you like, linger over lunch, or spend a long time photographing one property, this format may feel restrictive. If you want the day handled for you, the shared van is part of the value.

English and Spanish guiding is available. Since this is a group outing, confirm the language you need when booking, especially if the tour schedule shows more than one departure.

Tacama: the historic centerpiece

The first major stop is Hacienda Tacama on Avenida Camino Real. It is presented as the oldest winery in South America, and its role in the tour is more than a quick drink stop. You’ll see a working wine and pisco producer that uses fine grapes for wines, piscos, and sparkling wines.

The visit lasts about two hours, making Tacama the longest stop. Expect a guided tour, time for photographs, sightseeing, and tastings of different products. That longer visit matters because you have time to understand the production side rather than simply moving from counter to counter.

I like this part of the tour for two reasons. First, it gives the day a strong historical anchor. Second, the tasting includes more than one style of drink, so you can compare wine with pisco and pisco-based creams.

There is an important extra charge here. Entry to Tacama is not included in the tour price. The stated fee is 25 soles, with an additional 5 soles on holidays. You should carry cash for this and for other purchases or meals.

Tacama is closed on Mondays. On that day, the tour replaces it with Hacienda Vista Alegre, described as being in the same category as Tacama. If Tacama is the reason you are booking, avoid Monday. If your schedule only allows Monday, the replacement keeps the winery theme intact, but it is not the same property.

La Vieja Bodega Lovera and a family story

The second stop is La Vieja Bodega Lovera, also known as the mother winery of Lovera de Ica. Francisco Lovera and Ursula Moreno founded it in 1867, and the fourth generation of the family is currently in charge.

That detail changes how you look at the tasting. You are not only visiting a commercial producer. You are seeing a family winery that has kept its name and production tradition going across four generations.

The visit lasts about one hour. Pisco, wine, and cachina are the main attractions. Cachina is a traditional grape drink associated with Ica, and it gives you another point of comparison alongside the better-known pisco.

This stop is especially useful if you want a smaller-scale contrast with Tacama. The tour lets you see both a major historic winery and an operation built around family continuity. You will still have guided sightseeing and tasting time, but the atmosphere and focus may feel more personal because of the family background.

The practical limit is time. One hour passes quickly, and the group needs to stay together. If you find a bottle or style you particularly like, use the tasting to decide what you want before shopping, rather than waiting until the end.

Cutur Pisco and the old Spanish cellars

The final winery stop takes you to the tourist winery Cutur Pisco at Fundo Hotel El Arrabal. It is described as an artisan winery where traditional wine and pisco production has been kept alive over the years.

The most unusual feature here is below or inside the property: authentic Spanish cellars from the 16th and 17th centuries. That gives the stop a different kind of appeal. Tacama supplies the large historic name, Lovera supplies the family story, and Cutur Pisco connects the drinks to old cellar spaces.

Piscos, wines, and cachinas remain the central focus. You’ll have guided sightseeing and another tasting, then time to eat at the vineyard restaurant.

The stop is listed as about one hour, with an additional hour for lunch. This is where you can order typical dishes from the Ica Region, but lunch and drinks are not included in the tour price. Bring cash and allow room in your budget for the meal.

Because lunch is built into the day, this is not a tour where you should expect to return to Ica early for a separate restaurant stop. The meal break is useful, but it also means the five-hour length can stretch toward the full advertised duration.

What the $25 price really covers

At $25 per person, the tour price mainly pays for the shared transport, hotel pickup and return, guiding, winery visits, and tastings of pisco and wine. It is a fair setup if you want several stops without arranging taxis between rural properties.

The price is not all-inclusive. Add the Tacama admission fee, lunch, and drinks. If you are visiting during a holiday, add the extra 5 soles charged for Tacama entry.

I would budget for the day in three parts:

• The tour booking price
• Tacama entrance, listed at 25 soles, or 30 soles on holidays
• Lunch, drinks, and any bottles or products you choose to buy

That structure is easy enough to manage, but it can surprise anyone who reads the $25 figure as the full cost. The tasting is included, while the meal is not.

The value is strongest for visitors who want an organized introduction to Ica’s wineries. A private outing could give you more control, but it would also require separate transport and planning. Here, you get three winery experiences and a return to your hotel in one morning or afternoon block.

Who will enjoy this tour most

I would choose this tour if you want to understand why Ica is tied so closely to pisco production, rather than spending your whole visit in Huacachina. It works well for first-time visitors who want an easy route through several wineries.

It also suits anyone interested in family production and older buildings. Lovera’s four-generation story and Cutur’s Spanish cellars add substance to the tastings.

You should be comfortable with a shared schedule and some standing or walking during winery visits. Wear comfortable shoes and light, comfortable clothing. Bring biodegradable sunscreen and insect repellent, as well as a camera and a charged smartphone.

The activity is listed as wheelchair accessible, but the provided details do not describe the exact surfaces or access at each winery. If you use a wheelchair, confirm the practical access arrangements before booking.

The tour is not suitable for people with epilepsy, visual impairments, recent surgeries, or insect allergies, according to the activity information. The restrictions may matter more at rural vineyard properties than at a city attraction, so take them seriously.

Simple ways to make the day better

Carry cash. You need it for Tacama’s entrance fee, lunch, drinks, and possible purchases. Do not rely on the $25 booking price to cover everything.

Wear shoes that can handle winery grounds, and use sunscreen even if the day begins cool. A smartphone with a full charge is useful for pickup contact, photographs, and keeping your booking details close at hand.

Keep your expectations clear about alcohol. Tastings are part of the tour, but alcohol and drugs are not allowed outside the intended activity. Fireworks and explosive substances are also prohibited.

If Tacama matters most to you, book a day other than Monday. Monday’s replacement, Hacienda Vista Alegre, keeps the tour moving, but you will not visit Tacama itself.

Finally, leave some flexibility around the end time. The advertised duration is five hours, and the tour includes transport, three winery visits, and lunch. A group schedule can take longer at one stop if the tasting or meal runs behind.

Should you book the Pisco Route?

Book it if you want a practical, low-stress way to visit three Ica wineries from Ica or Huacachina. The strongest parts are the two-hour Tacama visit, Lovera’s four-generation family connection, and Cutur Pisco’s old Spanish cellars. You also get tastings across several local drink styles, not just wine.

Skip it if you want a private schedule, a fully paid meal, or a tour built only around Tacama. The extra entry fee and lunch cost are easy to handle, but they should be part of your plan from the start.

For most visitors, this is a useful half-day introduction to Ica’s wine and pisco culture. Choose a non-Monday departure, bring cash, and treat the tastings as the main event rather than an afterthought.

FAQ

How long does the tour last?

The tour lasts about five hours, including transportation, winery visits, tastings, and the lunch break.

Where does pickup take place?

Pickup and return are included from your hotel in Ica or Huacachina.

Is lunch included?

No. Lunch and drinks are not included. You have free time to eat at the restaurant at Fundo Hotel El Arrabal.

Is the Tacama entrance fee included?

No. Entry to Bodega Tacama costs 25 soles, with an additional 5 soles on holidays.

What happens if I visit on a Monday?

Hacienda Tacama takes a weekly break on Mondays. The tour replaces it with Hacienda Vista Alegre, which is described as being in the same category as Tacama.

Are tastings included?

Yes. Pisco and wine tastings are included. The tour information also describes tastings of pisco creams and other winery products.

Which languages are available?

Guided tours are available in English and Spanish.

Is this a private tour?

No. This is a group tour using shared transportation.

Can I cancel for a full refund?

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

What should I bring?

Bring comfortable shoes, comfortable clothes, a camera, biodegradable sunscreen, cash, a charged smartphone, and biodegradable insect repellent.