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Explore the captivating countries of Peru and Bolivia in this 8-day group tour. Immerse yourself in the rich cultures and ancient civilizations as you journey from Lima to Cusco, Machu Picchu, Puno, and La Paz. Experience the wonders of the Andes, visit archaeological sites, sail on Lake Titicaca, and discover the contrasting cities of Lima and La Paz. This tour offers a unique opportunity to cross borders and trace the footsteps of remarkable civilizations.
- 7 nights of accommodation at selected hotels
- Daily breakfast
- Shared tours with English-Spanish speaking guide
- Visits to archaeological sites and attractions
- Train tickets to Machu Picchu
- Shared crossing of Lake Titicaca on a catamaran from Puno to La Paz
- Shared transfer to the train station
- Private airport transfers
- All admission tickets
- Specified meals
- Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages
- Gratuities
- International flights
- Personal expenses
- Services not described in the itinerary
Arrival to the city of Lima, assistance, and transfer to the hotel.
Altitude: Lima 40 m.a.s.l.
An exclusive and intense tour of the Historical Center of Lima will take you to know and admire the architectonic relics that are part of the old Lima, which has been recognized by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site. The Convent of Santo Domingo is the beginning of this magnificent experience. It was built during the foundation of Lima. The Universidad Mayor de San Marcos (University of San Marcos) was founded on this site, the oldest in America. Inside, you will admire the choir with the oldest stalls in the country; and the library, with 25,000 books, some printed in the XV century, which have an invaluable historical value. The mortal remains of San Martín de Porres, San Juan Masías and Santa Rosa de Lima lie inside. Crossing the Plaza Mayor, the Government Palace and the Municipality, going into the Cathedral, a jewel in the history of Lima, with artworks will make you feel closer to colonial Lima.
Leaving the downtown of Lima and heading to the Larco Museum, where you will get a clear vision of the cultures that inhabited ancient Peru. You will admire the gold pieces, textiles and erotic ceramics that are part of the collection which will introduce you to the cosmovision of the ancient Peru. The warehouse of this museum will be open during your visit to appreciate the expressions of art that were reflected in their ceramics.
Accommodation at a hotel of the selected category.
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Transfer to the airport to take your flight to Cusco. Arrival, assistance, and transfer to the hotel.
Altitudes: Cusco 3,400 m.a.s.l. / Sacsayhuaman 3,700 m.a.s.l.
Ascent to the Sacsayhuaman Archaeological Park, and start of the journey visiting the fortress of the same name, a beautiful place that radiates peace and tranquility, you will also admire the huge rocks of up to 4 meters high, that were used in its construction. Continue to Q’enqo, antique temple of the Cougar where you can appreciate an altar for sacrifices in the inner part of a huge rock and then to Tambomachay, sacred fountains of life and health. On the way, enjoy a panoramic view of Puca Pucará, a watchtower that guarded the entrance to the city.
Later, you go on tour of the Temple of the Sun Qorikancha, over which the Santo Domingo Convent was built, the legend says that this Temple was completely gold plated, which amazed the conquerors when they first arrived. To end your journey, become familiar with the Plaza de Armas (Main Square) and enter the Cathedral, which amasses invaluable colonial art works and paintings, as for example the Cross that arrived with the first conquerors.
Accommodation at a hotel of the selected category.
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Altitude: Sacred Valley 2,871 m.a.s.l.
This day you will visit the most outstanding places in the Sacred Valley of the Incas. You will depart towards the Village of Chinchero, the most typical and colorful of the Sacred Valley. This village is famous for its weaving women. Short stop at a textiles' center to appreciate the old Inca techniques for the dyeing and spinning using alpaca wool. After visiting the Inca plaza with its beautiful colonial church, you will continue towards Moray, a beautiful Inca archaeological site made up of concentric agricultural terraces that served as a lab to recreate microclimates. Lunch.
Later visit to the last living village of the Incas, Ollantaytambo. Also, a visit to the Temple of the ten windows, the bath of the princess, and the Sun Temple. The postcard pictures that you will take from the heights of Ollantaytambo will close this magical day in the Sacred Valley of the Incas. Lodging in the area.
Accommodation at a hotel of the selected category.
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Altitude: Machu Picchu 2.440 m.a.s.l.
The much-awaited day to visit one of the 7 Wonders of the World. Boarding at the Ollantaytambo station. Departure in the selected train. Arrival at the Machu Picchu station. Assistance from our staff to board the bus that will ascend up a winding road, with a spectacular view of the Urubamba river which forms a deep canyon.
The Lost City of the Incas, Machu Picchu, will greet you with its incredible terraces, staircases, ceremonial sites and urban areas. Energy exudes from the whole place. Lunch.
At the coordinated time, you will return by train and be transfered to the hotel in Cusco. Lodging.
IMPORTANT: Machu Picchu has limited capacity. It is required to give the full name, identification document, nationality, date of birth at the time of the reservation. The access to Machu Picchu is taking turns. You are allowed to remain only 4 hours in the citadel. The paths are delimited. You will follow the high-long path.
Not permitted: to climb the walls, rest on the steps or terraces, or use walking sticks and drones.
Accommodation at a hotel of the selected category.
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Altitude: Puno 3,827 m.a.s.l.
Departure on a tourist bus to the city of Puno, a beautiful landscape route accompanied by the Vilcanota River and afterwards you will travel to the plateau of Collao, the Andean altiplano. Your first stop will be at the Church of the Apostle St. Peter in Andahuaylillas better known as “La Sixtina de América” (The Sistine Chapel of America). The walls and ceiling are full of mural paintings from the 17th century.
Continue to Racchi, Temple of the God Wiracocha, where the remains of the columns and walls stand out and give you an idea of the monumental size of this construction during the Inca times. The path will reach its highest point at La Raya at 4,800 m.a.s.l., a place where there is the division of the waters of the basin of the Titicaca and the rivers that will go to the Amazonas. Lunch.
Visit to the Site Museum of Pucara. This location is the cradle of the famous toritos de Pucará (Pucara little bulls). Arrival in Puno and transfer to the hotel.
Accommodation at a hotel of the selected category.
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This day you sail on the highest navigable lake in the world, the Titicaca. Very early departure traveling by land to the city of Copacabana. Visit to the Sanctuary of the Virgen Morena (Dark Virgin). Boarding a catamaran for a sail on the sacred lake. You will visit the legendary Isla del Sol (Sun Island). Will visit the Inca gardens and the stairs that will take you to the famous Inca´s fountain.
Later on, you will enter the Inti Wata complex where we will see some of the archaeological remains found on the island. Experience navigating on a totora reed vessel from where you will enjoy a beautiful view of the Pilkokaina palace. Will enjoy lunch aboard the catamaran with an impressive view of the lake. You continue until you reach the port of Chua. Arrival and transfer to La Paz.
Altitude: La Paz 3,640 m.a.s.l.
Accommodation at a hotel of the selected category.
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In the morning, you will begin the city tour with a view of the authentic local culture in the typical witch doctor´s market. You will pass in front of the colonial church of San Francisco. Continue towards the Plaza Murillo, there you will find the Metropolitan Cathedral, the Government Palace and the Parliament. Then, you will walk around the famous Calle Jaén, which is home to the most important museums of La Paz. Your visit will continue through the residential areas of Obrajes, Calacoto and La Florida ending in the spectacular Valle de la Luna (Moon Valley), which is a nearby geological formation that has always attracted the visitor’s interest in this city. Afternoon at leisure. Lodging.
Accommodation at a hotel of the selected category.
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Transfer to the airport to take your flight to Lima and connect with your international flight home.
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