Visit Cusco, La Paz, Laguna Colorada, Lake Titicaca, Lima, Machu Picchu, Puno, Tiwanaku, Uyuni, Aguas Calientes, Laguna Verde.
Price (/Person)
Single
$2700
Double
$2630
Pricing Policy
Room upgrade: listed price are the Hostal Room price for the backpackers. If you want to upgrade the type of room from Hostal to 3-star(Tourist Class) or 4-star(First Class) or 5-star(Luxury Class) Hotel Room, surcharge is needed. Please note thatçach 3-star(Tourist Class) or 4-star(First Class) or 5-star(Luxury Class) Hotel Room can only accommodate up to 2 guests of any age.
Day 6 Red Lagoon - Green Lagoon - Uyuni - La Paz (969 km)
Day 7 La Paz - Puno
Day 8 Puno - Lake Titicaca - Puno (142 km)
Day 9 Puno - Cuzco (331 km)
Day 10 Cuzco
Day 11 Cusco - Rainbow Mountain - Cusco
Day 12 Cuzco - Santa Maria (73 km)
Day 13 Santa Teresa - Aguas Calientes (12 km)
Day 14 Aguas Calientes - Machu Picchu - Sun Gate - Cuzco (77 km)
Day 15 Lima
Day 1 La Paz
La Paz, BOLIVIA
Day 2 La Paz - Tiwanaku (163 km)
La Paz, BOLIVIA
Tiwanaku, BOLIVIA
Day 3 La Paz - Uyuni (623 km)
La Paz, BOLIVIA
Uyuni, BOLIVIA
Day 4 Salt Lake - Island of The Fish - San Juan
Day 5 San Juan - Red Lagoon
Laguna Colorada, BOLIVIA
Day 6 Red Lagoon - Green Lagoon - Uyuni - La Paz (969 km)
Laguna Colorada, BOLIVIA
Laguna Verde, BOLIVIA
Uyuni, BOLIVIA
La Paz, BOLIVIA
Day 7 La Paz - Puno
Puno, PERU
Day 8 Puno - Lake Titicaca - Puno (142 km)
Uros, PERU
Lake Titicaca, BOLIVIA
Taquile Island
Puno, PERU
Day 9 Puno - Cuzco (331 km)
Puno, PERU
Cusco, PERU
Day 10 Cuzco
Cusco, PERU
San Blas
San Pedro Market
Twelve Angled Stone
Puka Pukara
Sacsayhuaman
Day 11 Cusco - Rainbow Mountain - Cusco
Cusco, PERU
Day 12 Cuzco - Santa Maria (73 km)
Cusco, PERU
Sacred Valley of the Incas
Aguas Calientes, PERU
Day 13 Santa Teresa - Aguas Calientes (12 km)
Santa Teresa, PERU
Hidroeléctrica
Aguas Calientes, PERU
Day 14 Aguas Calientes - Machu Picchu - Sun Gate - Cuzco (77 km)
Aguas Calientes, PERU
Machu Picchu, PERU
Huayna Picchu
Temple of the Moon
Cusco, PERU
Day 15 Lima
Lima, PERU
Day 1:
La Paz
Today guests will gather in La Paz. After pickup from the airport, guests will be transferred to the hotel and enjoy the rest of the day at their own leisure.
Standard Hotel: El Viajero 3* for Backpackers/Gloria 3* for Tourist Class
Deluxe Hotel: Casona Boutiqu 4*/Presidente 5*
Day 2:
La Paz - Tiwanaku (163 km)
Visiting The The Square Murillo, Cathedral, Palace of Government, Church of San Francisco, Viewer of Quilli Quilli, Gold Museum, Market of the Witches and the Valley of the Moon. Then we go on through a highway asphalted to Tiwanaku, visit the Archaeological place of Tiawanaku and their main ceremonial centres within 2.5 hours: The Pyramid of Akapana, Semi-underground Temple, Temple of Kalasasaya, The Door of the Sun, etc.
La Paz, BOLIVIA
Set against a striking backdrop of snow-capped mountains, it is Bolivia’s third most populous city and the world’s highest seat of government. La Paz is best explored at a slow pace, taking the time to soak up Bolivia’s rich culture and incredibly fascinating history.
Tiwanaku, BOLIVIA
Tiwanaku is another ancient civilization whose timeline came and went, leaving behind megalithic monuments that go without explanation as to their mathematical design and construction. History buffs will love diving into the myths and mysteries of this lost civilization.
Standard Hotel: El Viajero 3* for Backpackers/Gloria 3* for Tourist Class
Deluxe Hotel: Casona Boutiqu 4*/Presidente 5*
Breakfast: Included
Day 3:
La Paz - Uyuni (623 km)
After breakfast,we will transfer to the bus terminal and departure to Oruro. Traveling from La Paz to Uyuni is a 540 km journey that can be as comfortable and scenic as you make it. With limited time in Bolivia, The result was a scenic train ride with locals, watching lagoons filled with flamingos, quinoa fields and llamas running around. This is by far the most scenic route and also one of the few possibilities to travel by train in South America which make it your obvious choice. The train doesn't start directly in La Paz so your journey will be split in 2 parts: Bus from La Paz to Oruro ( 4 hours ) Train from Oruro to Uyuni ( 7 hours ), train only runs between these two towns, upon arrivel transfer to the selected hostal or hotel
La Paz, BOLIVIA
Set against a striking backdrop of snow-capped mountains, it is Bolivia’s third most populous city and the world’s highest seat of government. La Paz is best explored at a slow pace, taking the time to soak up Bolivia’s rich culture and incredibly fascinating history.
Uyuni, BOLIVIA
Uyuni is a city in the southwest of Bolivia. It primarily serves as a gateway for tourists visiting the world's largest salt flats - the Salar de Uyuni. he city also acts as a gateway for commerce and traffic crossing into and out of Bolivia from and to Chile.
Standard Hotel: Family House for all Hotel Class
Breakfast: Included|Lunch: Included
Day 4:
Salt Lake - Island of The Fish - San Juan
After Breakfast, we will transfer to the office for our departure to the biggest Salt Desert, in mobility ( Land Cruiser - 4x4 ) In the itinerary you visit: " The Island of the Fish " populated by numerous giant cacti with heights superior to the 10 meters, from the summit you can contemplate the wonderful landscape of Salting. After our visit to the island, we will have lunch and in the afternoon we will continue to San Juan's Population where we will spend the night at Family homes. We will also visit the Island Incahuasi ( Island of the Fish ). The residents taught us the drying process, milled and pocketed of the salt, clever for the consumption, after the visit we will continue with the same transport when and to be able to visit Hotel of Salt. In the afternoon we will arrive to San Juan or Chuvica, spend the night and dinner.
Standard Hotel: Backpacker
Breakfast: Included|Lunch: Included|Dinner: Included
Day 5:
San Juan - Red Lagoon
Today we will leave for the Green lagoon, which is located to the feet of the volcano Llicancabur. Afterwards we will continue to Polques, where we have lunch, break. Then we continue to the Red Lagoon, visiting the active Volcano Ollague, the lagoons of Canapa, Chiarcota and Sling, lagoons that are populated by flamingos. In the afternoon we will continue our journey passing the desert of Siloli where we will observe an interesting rocky formation well known as the Tree of Stone. Then we will spend the night and dinner here.
Laguna Colorada, BOLIVIA
Laguna Colorada is a shallow salt lake in the southwest of the altiplano of Bolivia, within Eduardo Avaroa Andean Fauna National Reserve and close to the border with Chile. The lake contains borax islands, whose white color contrasts with the reddish color of its waters, which is caused by red sediments and pigmentation of some algae.
Standard Hotel: Family House
Breakfast: Included|Lunch: Included|Dinner: Included
Day 6:
Red Lagoon - Green Lagoon - Uyuni - La Paz (969 km)
At around 5:00am we will leave Laguna Colorada early to make it to the first stop,Sol de Manana. Next stop is the Hot springs. From Laguna Challviri hot springs we will drive towards the Laguna Verde passing through the surreal desert of Salvador Dali. Arriving at Laguna Verde before 10:00am, we will be able to see the Volcano Lincacabur guarding the laguna. Afterwards we will come to the border transfer those heading to Chile. Then we head back towards Uyuni. Note: Those wishing for a 4 day journey will spend the night in Villa Mar in a rustic lodge and return to Uyuni leisurely on day 4. Those wishing to do it all in 3 days will come back to Uyuni via San Cristobal and arrive approximately at 5:00pm.
Laguna Verde, BOLIVIA
Laguna Verde (Spanish for "green lake") is a salt lake in an endorheic basin, in the southwestern Altiplano in Bolivia. It is located in the Sur Lípez Province of the Potosí Department. It is close to the Chilean border, at the foot of the volcano Licancabur.
Uyuni, BOLIVIA
Uyuni is a city in the southwest of Bolivia. It primarily serves as a gateway for tourists visiting the world's largest salt flats - the Salar de Uyuni. he city also acts as a gateway for commerce and traffic crossing into and out of Bolivia from and to Chile.
Standard Hotel: Naira 3* in La Paz or similar
Deluxe Hotel: Gloria 3*/ Casa de Piedra 4*/ Presidente 5* in La Paz or similar
Breakfast: Included|Lunch: Included
Day 7:
La Paz - Puno
Early in the morning we will transfer to Copacabana Sanctuary, board the Catamaran Cruise ship, and then have a lunch while sailing to Sun Island. Then we will visit the Inca Garden, steps and fountain then the Inti Wata Cultural Complex including the Ekako Underground Museum, the traditional medicine and the Titikaka Reed Shipbuilders display centers, the Pachamama agricultural Inca terraces, a handicraft center, the Intica lounge and at the Manco Kapac look out. Afterwards we will visit the Inti Wata Complex at Sun Island includes a unique sailing experience aboard a huge Titikaka traditional vessel to enjoy a panoramic view of the Pilkakaina Inca Palace. We will have the opportunity to interact with one of the most unspoiled indigenous Titikaka villages visiting their own museums, houses and sailing in their vessels to an Inca holy temple. Lastly we will arrive in Puno and transfer to the hotel.
Puno, PERU
Puno is a city in southeastern Peru, located on the shore of Lake Titicaca. It is the capital city of the Puno Region and the Puno Province. Puno has several churches dating back from the colonial period; they were built to service the Spanish population and evangelize the natives.
Standard Hotel: Balsa Inn 3* in Puno or similar
Deluxe Hotel: Qalasaya 3*/ Jose Antonio 4*/ Libertador 5* in Puno or similar
Breakfast: Included|Lunch: Included
Day 8:
Puno - Lake Titicaca - Puno (142 km)
Early in the morning, we will take a tourist motorboat excursion on the Lake Titicaca to Floating Islands of the Uros. Then we will continue our motorboat trip to Taquile Island and then arrive at the Town of Taquile where we will have a lunch. After that we will walk through the various hills and archaeological sites of the long Island. In the afternoon, we return back to Puno for overnight in the hotel.
Uros, PERU
Lake Titicaca, BOLIVIA
Lake Titicaca is a large, deep lake in the Andes on the border of Bolivia and Peru, often called the "highest navigable lake" in the world. By volume of water and by surface area, it is the largest lake in South America.
Taquile Island
Taquile is an island on the Peruvian side of Lake Titicaca 45 km offshore from the city of Puno. The highest point of the island is 4,050 metres above sea level and the main village is at 3,950 metres.
Standard Hotel: Balsa Inn 3* for Backpacker in Puno or similar
Deluxe Hotel: Qalasaya 3*/ Jose Antonio 4*/ Libertador 5* in Puno or similar
Breakfast: Included|Lunch: Included
Day 9:
Puno - Cuzco (331 km)
After breakfast we will head to Cuzco. We travel along the High Plateau of Collao, stopping at the Town of Ayaviri to visit the impressive Temple of Kalasaya. On the way we stop in Raqchi, where we can see a spectacular Inca Sanctuary built. Afterwards we pass through the La Raya Ranch where we can see troops of vicunas and llamas. Then we will pass by the lovely Wacarpay Lake offering spectacular views of the mountains.
Then we will continue proceeding to the Town of Andahuaylillas and visit the Church of San Pedro de Andahuaylillas. We will have a buffet lunch in a countryside restaurant. Upon arrival in Cuzco we will transfer to the hotel.
Puno, PERU
Puno is a city in southeastern Peru, located on the shore of Lake Titicaca. It is the capital city of the Puno Region and the Puno Province. Puno has several churches dating back from the colonial period; they were built to service the Spanish population and evangelize the natives.
Standard Hotel: La Joya Imperial 3* in Cuzco or similar
Deluxe Hotel: Royal Inka 3*/ San Agustin D 4*/ Marriott 5* in Cuzco or similar
Breakfast: Included|Lunch: Included
Day 10:
Cuzco
After breakfast we will take a visit by your own to the Street San Blas. Hatunrumivoc is located close to Plaza Nazarenas famous for it's Inca walls. We'll find the 12 Angled Stone about halfway down the street. Then we will enjoy leisure time at the Central Market or Mercado de San Pedro. The San Pedro Market in Cuzco sits about an eight minute walk south from Plaza de Armas. In the afternoon we will have a sightseeing of Cuzco visiting the Main Square, the Cathedral and the Temple of the Sun or Korikancha. Afterwards we'll drive out of the city to visit the Inca sites of Kenko, Tambomachay, Puca Pucara and the impressive Fortress of Sacsayhuaman. At 8:00pm we will enjoy a dinner with a folklore show in a typical restaurant.
Cusco, PERU
This city once served as the capital of the Inca Empire. Many of its most popular sights are the ruins of this once-great people, such as the famous "lost city" of Machu Picchu. Cuzo itself also has many sights.
San Blas
This is one of the barrios in the city of Cuzco, famous for its architecture that dates back to the era of Spanish colonialism in Peru and the narrow, cobblestone streets.
San Pedro Market
This large public market in Cuzco is a bustling bazaar where you can find all sorts of handmade crafts and locally grown foods. Wandering amongst the stalls, you will get a firm sense of the local culture.
Twelve Angled Stone
Twelve Angled Stone is about halfway down the street Hatunrumivoc,which is famous for it's Inca walls where huge stones are precisely carved to fit together without mud or concrete.
Puka Pukara
In the ancient Quechan language, the name of this set of ruins near Cuzco mean "the red fortress." It features large, terraced walls that sit on a hill overlooking the surrounding valley.
Sacsayhuaman
Sacsayhuaman is strategically built on a hill overlooking Cuzco and famous for its enormous carved stones, some of them standing over 9m/30ft high and weighing over 350 tons.
Standard Hotel: La Joya Imperial 3* in Cuzco or similar
Deluxe Hotel: Royal Inka 3*/ San Agustin D. 4*/ Marriott 5* in Cuzco or similar
Breakfast: Included|Dinner: Included
Day 11:
Cusco - Rainbow Mountain - Cusco
A fantastic day tour ( with trekking ) to the so - called 7 Color Mountain, leaving from Cusco. Located in southern Peru, in the Cusco region, this route will take you through stunning landscapes with glaciers, snowcapped mountains and crystal clear rivers and lakes. Pass by local villages of Quechua descendants and explore the breathtaking surrounding nature. You will be picked up from your accommodation at around 3.00am and start making your way to Arco ( on the route to Puno ) eventually getting to the Checacupe district ( 2 hour journey ). Then we will continue to Pitumarca and a number of small villages till we reach the Hanchipata - Quesuno community ( another 1.5 hours ). From here we start our hike. The trek lasts for about 3 hours until we get to the stunning landscape of Vinicunca ( Rainbow Mountains ). Here we will have about one hour to relax and take amazing pictures of this natural wonder. We then hike back to the starting point of the trek, and from there return to Cusco ( arriving at approximately 19.00 ).
Cusco, PERU
This city once served as the capital of the Inca Empire. Many of its most popular sights are the ruins of this once-great people, such as the famous "lost city" of Machu Picchu. Cuzo itself also has many sights.
Standard Hotel: Camping Tent 3* in Inca Trail
Deluxe Hotel: Camping Tent 4*/5*
Day 12:
Cuzco - Santa Maria (73 km)
Depart from hotel in the early morning we will head to the Urubamba Valley. We will visit the picturesque indian Pisac Market. Then we could enjoy a typical lunch. In the afternoon, passing through the towns of Calca and Urubamba, we will visit the Inca Fortress and Citadel of Ollantaytambo. In the evening we could enjoy our free time and stroll around the Main Square ,enjoy a delicious Pisco Sour in pubs around the Square of Hot Spring Aguas Calientes.
We continue the journey toward the Abra Malaga where we can enjoy the magnificent landscapes of the Cuzco. After a short break of 15 minutes we will continue into the jungle of the Inca trail through the different climates. Then we will go to the height of Alfamayo. Afterwards we continue to the district of Santa Maria.
Cusco, PERU
This city once served as the capital of the Inca Empire. Many of its most popular sights are the ruins of this once-great people, such as the famous "lost city" of Machu Picchu. Cuzo itself also has many sights.
Sacred Valley of the Incas
The heart of the Inca Empire, the Sacred Valley of the Incas is the region of Peru surrounding the city of Cusco. The valley is full of the ruins of this once-powerful empire, such as Ollantaytambo, Pisac and Tipon.
Aguas Calientes, PERU
This town sits 20 minutes down the mountain from Machu Picchu. Its name, "hot waters" in English, derives from the presence of numerous thermal springs in the area that make thisvillage a great place to relax after a hike.
Standard Hotel: Eco Lodge 3* in Santa Maria or similar
Deluxe Hotel: Eco Lodge Hostal 3*/ 4*/ 5* in Santa Maria or similar
Breakfast: Included|Lunch: Included
Day 13:
Santa Teresa - Aguas Calientes (12 km)
Today we will take a car to the Machupicchu Hydroelectric Station.Then we will go for a three hours of walk from Hydroelectric to Aguas Calientes "Town of Machu Picchu" where we will live in the hotel and enjoy some free time.
Santa Teresa, PERU
Santa Teresa is a district of Peru, located in Cuzco in the south of the country. It was founded on October 11, 1957, with an area of 1,340.38 square kilometers and an altitude of 1,550 meters.
Hidroeléctrica
A non-stop dam on the Urubamba River and a landmark on the trails that lead to Machu Picchu, the Hidroeléctrica is an excellent place to stop for a meal and marvel at the convergence of nature and human engineering.
Aguas Calientes, PERU
This town sits 20 minutes down the mountain from Machu Picchu. Its name, "hot waters" in English, derives from the presence of numerous thermal springs in the area that make thisvillage a great place to relax after a hike.
Standard Hotel: Veronica 3* in Aguas Calientes or similar
Deluxe Hotel: Gringo Bill 3*/ Casa Andina 4*/ Sumaq 5* in Aguas Calientes or similar
Breakfast: Included
Day 14:
Aguas Calientes - Machu Picchu - Sun Gate - Cuzco (77 km)
Depart in the early morning we will head to bus station for the lnca Citadel of Machu Picchu. Afterwards we will climb 6km to the Huayna Picchu.
Then we will come to the Temple of the Moon, one of the three major temples in the Machu Picchu area. Adjacent to it is the Great Cavern. Then we'll participate in a guided tour of the Citadel visiting the Main Plaza, the Circular Tower, the Sacred Sun Dial the Royal Quarters, the Temple of the Three Windows and various burial grounds. The Sun Gates of Machu Picchu is a perfect vantage point overlooking Peru's most famous ruins. After that we will return back to Cuzco.
Machu Picchu, PERU
The famous citadel of the Inca sits atop a scraggy mountain peak overlooking the valley that was sacred to those people. These ruins feature many temples and the famous terraced-gardens the Inca developed for agriculture in the Andes.
Huayna Picchu
Accessible only via a narrow mountain path from Machu Picchu, the peak of Huayna Picchu rises above its counterpart below. Home to many of the temples of the ancient city, it provides one of the best views in Peru.
Temple of the Moon
The Temple of the Moon is an Incan ceremonial temple on Huayna Picchu near Machu Picchu, in Peru. The site is made up of stone masonry and an open-face, shallow cave. The Temple dates back 1500 years and was rediscovered in 1936.
Standard Hotel: La Joya Imperial 3* in Cuzco or similar
Deluxe Hotel: Royal Inka 3*/ San Agustin D 4*/ Marriott 5* in Cuzco or similar
Breakfast: Included
Day 15:
Lima
In the morning we will transfer to Lima Airport for the return flight back home.
Lima, PERU
Lima, the capital city of Peru, was founded by conquistador Francisco Pizarro in 1535. This city's historic places include the National University of San Marcos, which was established in 1551 and is the oldest university in the Americas.
Breakfast: Included
Price Includes
Train tckt Oruro - Uyuni ( Tuesday � Friday )
Uyuni 03 D - 02 N meals incl
Uyuni 03 D - 02 N meals incl
La Paz - Puno by Catamaran
Entrance to Machupicchu & Huaynapicchu or Machupicchu Mountain
Airfare Cusco - Lima
14 nights Hostal Room for the backpackers
All breakfasts and meals as described in the programme
Transportation via an air-conditioned vehicle
English speaking tour guide
Price Excludes
International flights
Airport taxes ($30.25 for international flights and $6.05 for domestic flights)
Baggage excess (Cusco - Puno bus)
Entrance to Ccochahuasi 5$USA
Transfer Santa Teresa to Hot Spring 4 $USA around Trip
Entrance to Hot Spring in Santa Teresa and in Uyuni 3$USA
Meals and drinks unspecified during the trip.
Personal room fees: such as laundry or valet services, telephone calls, or alcoholic beverages/mini bar items, unless they are otherwise specified.
Any private expenses
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