Peru and Bolivia Escorted Tour Holidays
Intensive expedition to Peru and Bolivia. Both of these fascinating countries offer endless cultural richness derived from the ancient civilizations as well as a great colonial architecture. We'll take you to very unique places; from colonial Lima and Nazca plateau to the magical Machu Picchu. We will wander in the high mountains and go down to the deepest canyon in the world. We invite you to participate in this unique expedition!
Lima - Pisco - Islas Ballestas - Nazca - Arequipa - Cusco - Machu Picchu - Puno - Copacabana - Santiago de Okola - La Paz - Cochabamba - Sucre - Potosi - Uyuni
Day 1 Lima
Welcome at the airport in Lima. Transfer and accommodation. Overnight in Lima.
Day 2 Lima
We visit the historical center of the capital of Peru with its magnificent monasteries, churches and other colonial buildings. Lima is also the best place to sample delicious Peruvian dishes, including ceviche. Overnight in Lima.
Day 3 Pisco
Drive to the city of Pisco. Visit: Plaza de Armas, home of Jose de San Martin and the church Iglesia de la Compania. A night out on the town. Overnight in Pisco.
Day 4 Islas Ballestas
Cruise by boat to Islas Ballestas islands inhabited by tens of thousands of birds and seals. Back to the city and overnight in Pisco.
Day 5 Nazca
Transfer to Nazca, which was almost completely destroyed by an earthquake in 1996 and is beautifully restored. An evening stroll through the streets and a central square. Overnight in Nazca.
Day 6 Nazca
Visit the Nazca Lines. They represent stylized hummingbirds, spiders, monkeys, fish, orcas and lizards. Overnight in Nazca.
Optional: a trip by plane to view and photograph the Nazca Lines.
Day 7 Arequipa
In 2000, the Old City of Arequipa has been placed on the UNESCO World Heritage List. Visit the Cathedral, Main Square, the Jesuit Church, St. Catherine's Monastery. Overnight in Arequipa.
Day 8 Colca Canyon
A trip to the Colca Canyon, the walls of which rise more than 4200 m above the level of the river. He is considered the deepest canyon on Earth. Overnight in Arequipa.
Day 9 Cusco
Transfer to Cusco. The city is situated at an altitude of 3326 m above sea level. Overnight in Cusco.
Day 10 Cusco
Visit antique buildings, such as the rock sanctuary of Kenko, Tambomachay, and Wirakocza Temple. Overnight in Cusco.
Day 11 Machu Picchu
It is located at an altitude of 2430 m above sea level, the pass between Wayna Picchu and Machu Picchu in the Andes. Below the Urubamba River flows. The city was built during the reign of one of the greatest rulers of the Inca Pachacuti Yupangui. Visit the Temple of the Sun, the Royal Tomb, the Royal Palace, Intihuatana, Tower of the Sun and the Temple of the Three Windows. The city is one of the seven new wonders of the world.
Day 12 Puno - Titicaca
Ride among the mountains to the city of Puno, which is located on Lake Titicaca at an altitude of 3830 m above sea level Visit: Plaza de Armas, Casa del Corregidor and the colonial Cathedral, Island of the Sun with Pilko Kaina and Chincana. Overnight in Puno.
Day 13 Copacabana, Bolivia
Transfer to Copacabana, which is famous for its pilgrimages to a small wooden statue of Our Lady of Lake Titicaca. Overnight in Copacabana.
Day 14 Santiago de Okola
Transfer and tour around the city of Santiago de Okola. Overnight in Santiago de Okola.
Day 15 La Paz
Transfer among the alpine landscapes, to the cultural capital of Bolivia, La Paz. The city is located in the Central Andes at an altitude of 3600 - 4100 meters above sea level. Overnight in La Paz.
Day 16 La Paz
Visit La Paz: St. Francis Basilica, Metropolitan Cathedral, Church of Santo Domingo, Murillo square, and Jaen Street. Overnight in La Paz.
Day 17 Cochabamba
Walking streets of Cochabamba. Visit St. Peter's hill, where the world's highest statue of Cristo de la Concordia stands at the height of 40 meters. Overnight in Cochabamba.
Day 18 Sucre
Visit Sucre. The city was placed on the UNESCO World Heritage List. We visit: the Cathedral, the historic buildings of Casa de la Libertad, Palacio de la Glorieta and the monastery of San Felipe Negri. Overnight in Sucre.
Day 19 Potosi
A visit to the famous "Silver City." Walk the streets and visit silver workshops. Overnight in Potosi.
Day 20 Uyuni
Drive to Uyuni and walk the streets of the city. Overnight in Uyuni.
Day 21 Uyuni
Visit to the salt flats of Salar de Uyuni. We visit the colorful local market. Overnight in Uyuni.
Day 22 La Paz
Journey among the mountains to La Paz. Overnight in La Paz.
Day 23 Lima
Transfer to the airport in La Paz and the depart Bolivia. Arrival to Lima. Overnight in Lima.
Day 24 Lima
Transfer to the airport and departure from Peru.
From mountaintop city of the Incas - Machu Picchu - to Titicaca lake above the clouds
Peru is well known for the Incas, amazing mountaintop views, Titicaca lake and numerous sacred sites of the ancient civilization. Machu Picchu, the most noted archaeological site of the Historic Sanctuary stands 2,430 m above sea-level. It's not just the scale of this ancient city, the altitude, nor the stunning natural scenery that makes Machu Picchu the pearl of our 24-day tour.
It's the sacredness, a certain understanding of the unity of the man and the nature. It's the unspoken word of clarity which echoes from the mountains in every quarter. Latin Tierra expedition to Peru and Bolivia will be a truly memorable travel experience.