Summary
Soar over the snow-capped Andes, explore the Lost City of the Incas, cruise Lake Titicaca, and explore the surreal Uyuni Salt Flats on this captivating journey through Peru and Bolivia!
Short Itinerary / Route
- Day 1
- Usa/Canada-Lima
- Day 2
- Lima-Cusco
- Day 3
- Cusco-Machu Picchu-Cusco
- Day 4
- Cusco
- Day 5
- Cusco
- Day 6
- Cusco-Puno
- Day 7
- Puno
- Day 8
- Puno-La Paz
- Day 9
- La Paz-Uyuni
- Day 10
- Uyuni
- Day 11
- Uyuni-La Paz
- Day 12
- La Paz
- Day 13
- La Paz-Lima
- Day 14
- Lima
Countries (2): Bolivia, Peru
Travel Cities (7): Cusco, La Paz, Lima, Machu Picchu, Ollantaytambo, Puno, Salar de Uyuni
Details
This small-group tour will take you on a magical adventure to some of the most popular attractions in South America! Begin your journey in Lima, from where you will fly over the breathtaking Andes Mountains to Cusco. Explore the ins and outs of this magnificent city as you visit the San Cristobal Plaza, taste the rich flavors of the San Pedro Market, and discover the Korikancha Temple. From there you will take a train to Machu Pichu, the most famous tourist attraction in Peru and one of the 7 Wonders of the World. Bask in the beautiful scenery of this extraordinary site, also known as the 'Lost City of the Incas'. Make your way back to Cusco, one of the most scenic and gorgeous overland trips in Peru. Stop at various sites along the way as you travel to Puno, including Racchi, the Temple of the Wiracocha God, and La Raya, a natural border between the two cities. Enjoy a breathtaking cruise of Lake Titicaca - the highest navigable lake in the world. From there you will head to Lima, and transfer to La Paz, via a tourist bus, to begin the second part of the trip. Explore La Paz's highlights, including cable car rides, the Valle de la Luna aka Moon Valley, and vibrant markets. Board an overnight bus to Uyuni and arrive for a traditional breakfast before venturing out to the famous Salt Flats of Bolivia. Discover the Train Cemetery, Colchani village, and unique salt formations. Visit Incahuasi Island, where giant cacti thrive amidst the salt and witness stunning sunset views before spending the night in Uyuni. From here, you'll head back to La Paz and fly back to Lima, where this amazing tour of Peru and Bolivia will come to an end.