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Peru & Bolivia13 days - 12 nights

Country : Peru - BoliviaCity : Lima - Cusco - Puno - La PazBrand : Customised Experiences Travel BoutiqueDuration : 13 Days - 12 NightsDestinations Visited : Lima (1night) - Cusco (2nights) - Sacred Valley (2nights)

- Macchu Pichu (1night) - Puno(2nights) - La Paz(2nights)Uyuni(1night)

Type of Service : Latin JourneysType of Interest : Culture & Heritage - Nature & Wildlife - Scenic Views - ArchaeologyLevel : ModerateAccommodation : Hotels

Private Departures : Daily

Season : All year.

Guide : Included

Language : English

Entrance Tickets : Included

Holiday Surcharge : New Year Holiday Surcharge. Passenger will be advised on this shortly.

Peru & Bolivia

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PunoLa Paz

Uyuni

Day 1: Lima - Arrival day

Upon arrival, on the first day of your trip to Peru, you will be welcomed by our personnel at Lima airport and transferred to the selected hotel. After check in you will have a briefing in which you will be handed your “Travel kit” which includes all your travel documents such as itinerary, flight, train and bus tickets, and hotel information.

Accommodation : Selected hotel

Altitude : 144 m.a.s.l. / 472 ft.

Average Temperature : 22°C / 72°F

Day 2: Lima

In the morning, you will be collected

from your hotel in order to begin your city tour of Colonial Lima for a glimpse of its majestic past. You will visit the Church of San Francisco, its convent, museum of colonial art, cloisters and catacombs. Afterwards, you will have a panoramic view of the Main Square with the Cathedral, Government Palace, the Municipal Hall, the “Desamparados” Train Station, and finally you will drive through the old streets, where you will have a spectacular view of traditional mansions and Moorish style balconies. You will then continue through the most traditional residential and commercial areas of contemporary Lima, passing by sites of pre-Columbian Civilisations, dating back to the beginning of the Christian era. Finally, you will enjoy an amazing view of the Pacific Ocean.

Return to your hotel and the afternoon free to relax, or further explore.Overnight.

Activity of the Day: Colonial City Tour (Regular/Private - 3 Hours)

Meals : Breakfast

Accommodation : Selected Hotel

Altitude : 144 m.a.s.l. / 472 ft.


Day 3: Lima - CuscoFlight Lima / Cusco| 1 hour 25 Min

At coordinated time, you will be transferred to the Lima airport to board your flight to Cusco. Upon arrival, reception and transfer to your hotel. In the afternoon, you will visit Cusco’s

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Sun and whose walls, according to the chroniclers, were plated with sheets of gold. Magnificent blocks of finely carved stone were used in its construction.

After, you will visit the surrounding ruins of the city of Cusco: Sacsayhuamán, this huge Inca fortress is built on three overlapping platforms, each of them over 360 m long. Then, onto Tambomachay, known as the Inca baths. It was apparently a site dedicated to the worship of water and a resting place for the Inca monarch.

Kenko, it is said to have been a worship site. There is a huge 5,9 m high stone block that looks like a puma. There are also passages, canals and stairways with stone engravings representing animals.

Finally, Puca Pucará, which was an administrative and military centre formed by terraces, stairways, passages, turrets and vaulted niches. Return to your hotel in Cusco.

Activity of the Day: City Tour of the City & Archaeological sites (Regular/Private - 4 Hours)

Meals : Breakfast

Accommodation : Casa Andina Classic Plaza

Altitude : 3,399 m.a.s.l. / 11,152 ft.


Day 4: Cusco - Sacred ValleyNational Flight: Arequipa - Cusco | 1 hour 30 minutes

In the morning, you will visit the archaeological complex of Pisac, you will begin our tour of the site, during the course of our hike around this area;

Historical Inca and Spanish Colonial Monuments, such as the Main Square, known in Inca times as Huacaypata or the Warrior’s Square, it was the scene for many key events in Cusco’s history. The Cathedral, originally built on the site of the old temple of Suntur Wasi (House of God), now the church of El Triunfo, a particular interest are the choir cloisters, the pulpit, the engravings on the altar and furniture.

Continue onto the Church and Convent of Santo Domingo, a Spanish construction belonging to the Dominican Order built upon the foundations of the Inca temple of Koricancha or Temple of the Sun. Koricancha (in quechua, site of gold) was the main religious building of the Incas dedicated to the worship of the

appreciate the magnificent Andean terraces, which were built to expand the agriculture lands. After we will visit the artisan market of Pisac a colourful local event that over the centuries has attracted local traders and remote communities from all over the valley, dressed in their traditional and colorful costumes enjoy the opportunity to interact with local people, appreciate their craftsmanship, handicrafts and local fruit and vegetable stalls.

Buffet lunch and after we will make our way to the town of Ollantaytambo, with its distinct Inca urban planning, visit the religious, astronomical and military complex and observe how the ancient Peruvians moved boulders of nearly 60 metric tons from one mountain to

another and across the river and valley.

After, you will be transferred to your hotel in the Sacred Valley.

Overnight.

Activity of the Day: Visit the Sacred Valley & Pisac Ruins (Regular/Private - 8 hours)

Meals : Breakfast - Lunch


Altitude : 2,800 m.a.s.l. / 9,187 ft.


Day 5: Sacred Valley

Visit Chinchero, a small traditional village located on the way to Urubamba from Cusco. At Chinchero you will visit a traditional weaving workshop were

you will be given a very interesting presentation on how the local artisans use natural products such as various plants, minerals and even insects, to obtain the varied selection of colors used to dye their textiles. Additionally, there will be some time to visit Chinchero Market (only on Sundays), and the towns Colonial Church.

After, move on to the Maras Salt Mines. These Salt Mines have been used since long before the Inca times. The extraction method employed involves using an ancient drying process, whereby saltwater, flowing from an underground stream, is left in thousands of wells until it has evaporated, leaving behind only the salt, which is then ready to be sold or exchanged for provisions.

Next, continue towards the Archaeological Site of Moray, these unusual Inca constructions, mostly consisting of several enormous terraced circular depressions, have been built in such a way that the temperature difference from the highest and the lowest terrace can be of up to 10 °C. Moray seems to have been an Inca agricultural experiment station to adapt crops to different microclimates.

Leaving Moray, head to Urubamba, one of the Sacred Valleys biggest in towns for lunch. After, transfer to your hotel in the Sacred Valley.Overnight.

*private Tour

Activity of the Day: Visit Chinchero, Maras & Moray (Private - 6 hours)



Altitude : 2,800 m.a.s.l. / 9,187 ft.


Day 6: Sacred Valley - Machu PicchuTrain Ollanta - Machu Picchu | First Class | 2 hours

After an early breakfast the journey to the Lost City of the Incas: Machu Picchu, by Tourist class Train begins.

This train journey crosses valleys, mountains and typical communities with an altitude which will fall from 2,800 to 1,500 m.a.s.l. You will cross two different regions from the sierra to the rainforests,

observing snow peaks, eucalyptus, deep canyons and finally orchids as you arrive. It is rated as one of the top 15 train journeys in the world. The stone citadel of Machu Picchu, located 112 km. from Cusco, was discovered by Hiram Bingham in 1911. The citadel was built on a very special spot covered in vegetation between two mountains: the Machu Picchu (old mountain) and Huayna Picchu (young mountain), at the foot of which meanders the Urubamba or Vilcanota River. Machu Picchu is considered a World Heritage site by UNESCO and is also categorized as one of the seven world wonders.

On arrival to Machu Picchu, tour of the Sanctuary. Following this fascinating tour of Machu Picchu, you will return to Cusco by train. On arrival you will be transferred to

your hotel, where you will spend the night. Optional: Overnight in Machu Picchu.

Activity of the Day: Visit Machu Picchu (Regular/Private - 3 hours)

Meals : Breakfast - Dinner


Altitude : 2,300 m.a.s.l./ 7546 ft.

Average Temperature : 16°C/61°F

Day 7: Machu Picchu - CuscoTrain Machu Picchu - Cusco | First Class | 3 hours

This morning you have the opportunity to take the hike up to “Inti Punku”, the Sun’s Gate, the entrance to Machu Picchu and the end of the Inca trail trek. The site offers some of the best views of the Sanctuary. If you wish could climb to Huayna Picchu, the small mountain which is located inside

the Sanctuary itself or relax. (No guide provided only in Huayna Picchu).

In the afternoon, returns to Aguas Calientes train station to board your return train to Cusco. Upon arrival, reception and transfer to your hotel. Overnight.

Activity of the Day: Visit the Sun Gate & Huayna Picchu (Private 2-3 hours)

Meals : Breakfast


Altitude : 3,399 m.a.s.l. / 11,152 ft.


Day 8: Cusco - PunoBus: Cusco - Puno | 07:00 | 17:00

In the morning, you will be transferred to the

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local bus station, to board the bus to the city of Puno. It is an all day trip starting at 7:00 hrs. crossing the great antiplano with the ever presence snow-capped Andean Mountains. On route, you will visit Andahuaylillas and the villages of Pucará, Raqchi. Upon arrival, you will be transferred to your hotel, where you will spend the night.

Activity of the Day: Journey by bus to Puno (Regular/Private - 10 hours)



Altitude : 3,811 m.a.s.l. / 12,504 ft.


Day 9: Puno

In the morning at around 6.30am you will be transferred by road from Puno

to Copacabana, a three hour journey in which you pass through many sleepy villages to finally arrive to the Bolivian Border and shortly afterwards the town of Copacabana. In the main square we will alight from our bus, followed by a brief tour of the beautiful main square and the very attractive Spanish Colonial Church known as Santuario de la Virgen de Copacabana. After your tour you will be driven a short distance to the local port where you will board the Catamaran Cruise Ship for our journey to Sun Island, the legendary birth place of the Inca Empire, lunch will be served onboard. On arrival to San Island you will visit the Inca Garden, the Inti Wata Cultural Complex which includes the Ekako Underground Museum and its traditional medicines, the Titicaca Reed Shipbuilders display centre, the Pachamama

agricultural Inca terraces, the Intica lounge and the Manco Kapac look out, featuring the largest variety of Andean cameloids.Finally, enjoy from Sun Island the unique sailing experience aboard the huge traditional islanders’ reed boat. the end of the day the Catamaran Cruise Ship will make its way to Chua harbour, land transfer to La Paz city and your hotel.

Activity of The Day: Full Day Uros & Taquile (Regular/Private - 8 hours)


Accommodation : Jose Antonio Puno

Altitude : 3,811 m.a.s.l. / 12,504 ft.


Day 10: Puno - La Paz

Pick up from your hotel and transfer to

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Desaguadero. After following the migration formalities, continue to Tiwanaku. Visit the epic city of Tiwanaku, the capital of an ancient civilization. Located at 72 km away form the city of La Paz and near the south-eastern shores of Lake Titikaka. During its greatest times, the capital of Tiwanku was the largest in the world and considered to be the Cradle of all American Civilizations. This pre-Inca ruins started endless archeological debates, the most recent radiocarbon 14 tests show that this edifications date back to 1580 B.C.

In this ancient breath taking city passengers will visit the Kalasasaya (Sun) temple, Semisubterranean (Earth) Temple, Akapana Pyramid and the legendary Sun Gate, the tour also takes us to an impressive museum filled with

ancient objects and tools that stand as proof of just how advanced this civilization really was.

Lunch at local restaurant and transfer to La Paz city.Overnight.

Activity of the Day: Full Day Journey to La Paz (Private - 8 hours)



Altitude : 3,640 m.a.s.l./ 11,942 ft.


Day 11: La Paz - Uyuni

In the morning, you will be transferred to the airport to board your flight to Uyuni. Pick up from Uyuni Airport and departure

to the Great Salt Flats; visit the waterholes and custom process of salt extraction. Continue the travel to the Incahuasi Island (well known as Fish Island) where you can observe the famous giant cactuses. In the afternoon visit the Coquesa town and the mummies cavern in the Tunupa volcano. Lunch.

Transfer and accommodation at Hotel Palacio de Sal.

Activity of the Day: Visit The Salt Flats (Private - 8 hours)

Meals : Breakfast - Lunch - Dinner

Accommodation : Palacio de Sal

Altitude : 3,650 m.a.s.l./ 11,975 ft.


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Day 12: Uyuni - La Paz

After Breakfast, you will be transferred to the airport without guide to board your flight to La Paz.

Upon arrival, reception and transfer to your hotel.

In the afternoon, Pick up passengers from the hotel to visit the famous Witch Doctor’s Market, San Francisco Colonial Church and the typical handicrafts of the Sagarnaga Street. The tour continues to Plaza Murillo where the Cathedral, the Government Palace and the National Congress buildings are located. Then, visit the famous colonial street Jaen, followed by a visit to the replica of the semi-subterranean temple of the

Tiwanaku Culture. To change scenery the tour continues to the residential areas of Obrajes, Calacoto and La Florida.

The tour ends with a visit to the unique Moon Valley, where passengers will have the opportunity to walk around, and visit a ceramic workshop with a demonstration of the art of pottery.

Please Note: Museums are closed on Sunday

Activity of the Day: Half Day City Tour & Moon Valley (Private - 4 hours)

Meals : Breakfast

Accommodation : Rey Palace

Altitude : 3,640 m.a.s.l./ 11,942 ft.


Day 13: La Paz - Home

At coordinated time, you will be transferred to the airport to board your international flight to home.

Meals : Breakfast

Note: All itineraries are subject to change, due to weather and other conditions. All times indicated are approximate, and are also subject to change.

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