Peru & Beyond
After exploring the grand beauty of Lima’s streets and colonial architecture, we fly southward to Arequipa. This is one of Peru's loveliest cities – home to the famous 16th century Santa Catalina Convent and gateway to the stunning Colca Canyon. Further inland is Cusco, the Sacred Valley and, high above the Urubamba River, the remarkable citadel of Machu Picchu. Continuing eastward we explore Lake Titicaca, including the waterborne communities of the Uros Indians and the amazing burial chambers at Sillustani. Before arriving in La Paz we have the opportunity to discover the ruins of ancient Tiahuanaco, once the centre of a powerful, self-sustaining empire and thought to be one of the oldest civilisations in the Americas.
Itinerary
| Day Number(s) | Title |
|---|---|
| 1-2 | (Wed) Arrive in Lima and transfer to hotel. Tour of colonial Lima. |
| 3-4 | Fly to Arequipa. City tour and optional activities. |
| 5-6 | Overnight visit to Colca Canyon. Return to Arequipa. |
| 7-8 | Fly to Cusco. Walking tour of Cusco. |
| 9 | Full-day tour to the Sacred Valley including Pisac and Ollantaytambo. |
| 10 | Visit the Peru's Challenge Community Project just outside of Cusco. |
| 11-12 | Train to Aguas Calientes and visit Machu Picchu. Return to Cusco. |
| 13-14 | Drive to Puno. Half day excursion to the Uros Islands on Lake Titicaca and afternoon visit to Sillustani burial chambers. Overnight Puno. |
| 15-16 | Cross into Bolivia and head to La Paz via the ruins of Tiahuanaco. Tour of colonial centre including the Witches Market. |
| 17 | Trip ends in La Paz this morning after breakfast (Fri). |
Trip Highlights
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The towering Inca citadel at Ollantaytambo
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The floating reed islands of the Uros people on the highest navigable lake in the world - Lake Titicaca
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The white volcanic 'sillar' architecture and Cathedral of UNESCO World Heritage-listed Arequipa
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UNESCO World Heritage-listed ancient Inca capital of Cusco
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At A Glance
Trip Length |
17 days |
Trip Code |
PSPB |
Activities |
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| Culture (Easy), Walking (Easy) | |
Maximum Passengers |
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| 15 people | |
Countries Visited |
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| Bolivia, Peru | |
Start City |
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| Lima | |
End City |
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| La Paz | |
