Journeys: Treasures of Peru & Bolivia Tour with 11 Reviews by G Adventures

16 daysDuration

Small Group TourUsually 8-12 participants, maximum 18 travelers

16 peopleMaximum group size

12 - 100 yearsAge range for participants

EnglishGuide language

Moderate

Involves sustained activity requiring a reasonable level of fitness and endurance.

Starts

Lima, Peru

Ends

La Paz, Bolivia

Highlights

Wander the historic streets of Cusco once the capital of the Inca empire with an expert guide.

Experience a spectacular train ride high into the Andes mountains and explore the “Lost City” of Machu Picchu.

Visit Isla del Sol—an island considered the birthplace of the Inca sun god—on Lake Titicaca one of the highest navigable lakes in the world.

Drive across the mirror-like landscape of the world’s largest salt flat learning the history of the region along the way.

Itinerary

Uncover the ancient wonders of Peru and Bolivia on this 16-day explorer tour—a journey specially suited for experienced travelers and seniors ready for a moderately active adventure. Begin in Lima and traverse through Aguas Calientes, Sucre, Urubamba, and beyond. Stand in awe at Machu Picchu’s majestic temples, walk the historic streets of Cusco, and engage with the vibrant indigenous heritage in Bolivia’s Sucre and La Paz. Marvel at the surreal Uyuni Salt Flats, and bask in panoramic vistas along the shores of Lake Titicaca. With lush mountain landscapes and unique cultural encounters at every turn, this tour package offers a rare chance to experience the living legacy of the Inca and Bolivia’s rich traditions. The unique selling point? An expertly guided journey weaving together iconic archaeological sites and breathtaking natural beauty for a truly unforgettable South American exploration.

day 1 - Lima

Arrive at any time. Arrival transfer is included.
Get ready for a very busy tour exploring the best of Peru in a week. We recommend booking a pre-night in Lima (in particular if your flight arrives into Lima in the evening) to recover from international flights and rest up before the excitement.

Accomodation:Hotel Antigua Miraflores (or similar)

Transport:Private Vehicle Duration : 0.75 hr - 1.0 hr

Included Activity:Arrival Day and Welcome Meeting Duration : 1.0 hr

Optional Activities:Lima Cooking Class (4hrs) , Lima City Tour

day 2 - Lima/Urubamba

Board an early flight to Cusco, once the capital of the Inca empire, then drive to Urubamba through the scenic Sacred Valley. Explore the terraced salt pans of Maras, which have been used for salt extraction since pre-Inca times, and tour the Inca site of Moray—believed to have been an agricultural laboratory where priests would test soils and crops. Later, we’ll enjoy a meal of local specialities, prepared in a pachamanca, or underground stone oven.

Meal:Breakfast and Dinner

Accomodation:Hotel Mabey Urubamba (or similar)

Transport:Plane Duration : 1.0 hr - 1.5 hr, Private Vehicle Duration : 6.0 hr - 8.0 hr Distance : 95 km

Included Activities:Moray Ruins Guided Tour, Las Salineras Pre-Incan Salt Pans Guided Tour, Dinner at Huacatay Restaurant

day 3 - Urubamba

Continue exploring the Sacred Valley with a visit to the G Adventures–supported Parque de la Papa, or Potato Park, a rural Andean community working to preserve hundreds of varieties of native potato. During this exclusive experience, you'll walk through the park with a local guide to learn about potato cultivation, traditional weaving, and the importance of both these practices to Andean culture. We’ll also tour the fascinating Inca ruins of Ollantaytambo and Pisac and enjoy a meal at the G Adventures–supported Parwa Community Restaurant in Huchuy Qosqo.

Meal:Breakfast and Lunch

Accomodation:Hotel Mabey Urubamba (or similar)

Transport:Private Vehicle Duration : 7.0 hr - 8.0 hr

Included Activities:Traditional Andean Experience, Parque de la Papa (Potato Park), Pisac Ruins Guided Tour, Parwa Community Restaurant the Sacred Valley, Ollantaytambo Ruins Guided Tour

day 4 - Urubamba/Aguas Calientes

Catch an early transfer to the Ollantaytambo station and board a train to Aguas Calientes, the gateway to Machu Picchu. Ride through lush Andean scenery, enjoying breathtaking views of ancient ruins and everyday life. Settle into your hotel in Aguas Calientes, and choose from a variety of optional activities: take a relaxing soak in the local hot springs, visit a beautiful botanical garden, or wander the handicraft stalls in town as you prepare for an early start the following Day to go up to Machu Picchu.

Meal:Breakfast

Accomodation:Hotel Taypikala Machupicchu (or similar)

Transport:Private Vehicle Duration : 1.0 hr - 2.0 hr, Train Duration : 1.5 hr

Optional Activities:Butterfly House Visit Learn about the four stages of a butterfly’s life at this learning centre and breeding project. Observe varied species of butterflies, some unique to the area. , Mandor Gardens Visit This botanical garden boasts a beautiful waterfall, varied wildlife and lush scenery. Walk along one of the trails and admire the many orchids., Hot Springs Visit Soak your sore muscles in the local hot springs for which the town, Aguas Calientes, was originally named., 1-Day Inca Trail Hike

day 5 - Aguas Calientes/Cusco

This morning, embark on a guided tour of Machu Picchu—the 15th-century Inca citadel famously introduced to the world by archaeologist Hiram Bingham in the April 1913 issue of National Geographic magazine. After being taken through the temples and terraces of this awe-inspiring UNESCO World Heritage site, return to Cusco by train.

Meal:Breakfast

Accomodation:Taypikala Hotel Cusco (or similar)

Transport:Local Bus Duration : 0.25 hr, Train Duration : 1.5 hr - 1.75 hr Distance : 31 km, Private Vehicle Duration : 1.5 hr - 1.75 hr Distance : 60 km

Included Activity:Machu Picchu Guided Tour

day 6 - Cusco

Spend the Day exploring charming Cusco. Opt to visit Plaza de Armas, the historic main square; the 15th-century Sacsayhuaman fortress; or some of the city’s museums and ornate churches. This evening, we’ll head to the Cusco Planetarium to learn about the importance of astronomy to the ancient Inca and, weather permitting, look out at the glittering, starry sky through telescopes.
Please remember that star gazing is completely weather dependent and sometimes there can be cloudy skies.

Meal:Breakfast

Accomodation:Taypikala Hotel Cusco (or similar)

Included Activity:Cusco Planetarium

Optional Activities:Cusco Cooking Class , Cusco City Tour Tour runs from 2:00PM. All of it is done by car, with walks around the visited ruins. Clothing depends on the weather, sunblock and a hat are recommended., Inka Museum Get ready to explore the artifacts from the Inca Empire, including mummies, jewelry, skulls, and ceramics at this museum of archaeology.

day 7 - Cusco/Lima

Fly back to Lima. Spend the rest of the Day at your leisure in the Peruvian capital. Visit the San Francisco Monastery, part of Lima’s World Heritage-listed historic center, and descend into its famed catacombs. Wander across Plaza Mayor, the city’s oldest public square, and enjoy Peruvian tapas and a tasting of pisco sours before returning to your hotel.

Meal:Breakfast

Accomodation:Hotel Antigua Miraflores (or similar)

Transport:Plane Duration : 1.5 hr - 2.0 hr Distance : 572 km

Optional Activities:Huacas and Larco Museum by Night

day 8 - Lima/Copacabana

Fly to Juliaca this morning and travel across the Bolivian border to Copacabana on the shores of Lake Titicaca. En route the group will stop at the Luquina Chico Community, taking in the sweeping views of the lake and its islands. Join a local family for a delicious lunch in their home, where you’ll experience a personal perspective of everyday life in rural Peru. You’ll also learn about Inca culture, Quechua language and meet other local families. Continue on to Copacabana for a Chief Experience Officer-led walk through town before enjoying dinner and the rest of the evening on your own.

Meal:Breakfast and Lunch

Accomodation:Hotel Rosario Lago Titicaca (or similar)

Transport:Plane, Private Vehicle Duration : 1.0 hr, Boat Duration : 0.75 hr, Private Vehicle

Included Activities:Lake Titicaca Community Home Lunch, Border Crossing (Peru - Bolivia), Copacabana Orientation Walk

day 9 - Copacabana/La Paz

The Day begins with a boat tour of Isla del Sol—known as the birthplace of the sun and the Inca bloodline. On the island, you’ll explore Inca ruins, learn traditional weaving techniques and take in some of Lake Titicaca’s most stunning vistas. Afterwards, take a boat ride back to Copacabana and continue to La Paz.

Meal:Lunch

Accomodation:Attix Boutique Hotel (or similar)

Transport:Boat Duration : 1.5 hr, Private Vehicle Duration : 3.5 hr Distance : 150 km

Included Activity:Tour to Isla del Sol

day 10 - La Paz/Sucre

Catch a flight to charming Sucre, then enjoy an orientation walk around the main square. This afternoon, relax at a local café, explore on your own, or opt to take an immersive tour of Sucre with a local expert that focuses on the city’s stunning colonial architecture and historic sites, best viewed from the ubiquitous rooftop terraces.

Meal:Breakfast

Accomodation:Hotel Parador Santa Maria (or similar)

Transport:Plane Duration : 1.0 hr

Included Activity:Sucre Orientation Walk

Optional Activities:Sucre Guided City Tour

day 11 - Potosi Countryside

Enjoy free time this morning before travelling into the southern highlands to our historic hacienda. Surrounded by lush agricultural fields and rolling hills, this working farm offers unique opportunities for cultural exchanges with the resident family. Get a glimpse into daily life here while lending a hand at the dairy and in the fields, and step back in time during visits to the property’s private rooms, chapel, and museum. Cap off your experience with an authentic farm-to-table dinner featuring an array of local specialities.

Meal:Breakfast and Dinner

Accomodation:Hotel Museo Cayara (or similar)

Transport:Private Vehicle Duration : 3.0 hr

Included Activity:Bolivian Hacienda Experience

day 12 - Potosí/Uyuni

Make the short drive to the centre of Potosí and enjoy a guided tour of the Casa Nacional de la Moneda, the old silver mint and now a museum dedicated to Bolivian art and history. Take a scenic drive to Uyuni, gateway to the world's largest salt flat. Learn about the industrialization of salt and the geographical history of the region while driving across this mirror-like landscape.

Meal:Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Accomodation:Luna Salada Hotel (or similar)

Transport:Private Vehicle Duration : 4.0 hr, Private Vehicle Duration : 0.75 hr, 4x4

Included Activity:Casa de la Moneda

day 13 - Uyuni

Journey deeper into the salt pans to explore their varied geographical features. Along the way, stop for a visit to the small community of Coquesa, located at the base of the Tunupa Volcano on the edge of the Salar. After this, have lunch on the salt flat before continuing our exploration of the desert and its pans. Cap off the Day with a sunset picnic on the salt flats before returning to the hotel.

Meal:Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Accomodation:Luna Salada Hotel (or similar)

Transport:4x4

Included Activities:Bolivian Salt Flats Experience, Coquesa visit & Incahuasi Island Lunch, Excursion and sunset Picnic on the Salt Flats

day 14 - Uyuni/La Paz

Catch a flight to La Paz and enjoy free time to explore before joining the group for an optional dinner.

Meal:Breakfast

Accomodation:Attix Boutique Hotel (or similar)

Transport:Plane Duration : 1.0 hr - 1.5 hr

day 15 - La Paz

Awake in lofty La Paz, the highest capital city in the world. Spend the morning at leisure, or opt to take an excursion to see the stunning maze of canyons and spires in the Valley of the Moon. This afternoon, set out by foot, van, and cable car to discover this sky-high city with your guide. Explore vibrant squares, historical landmarks, and lively markets, learning about the balance of old and new along the way. In the evening, enjoy an interactive culinary experience at a popular local restaurant, including demonstrations on how traditional foods such as quinoa are integrated into modern fusion dishes. With a local chef as our guide, we’ll sample a variety of dishes and discuss the growing popularity of La Paz as a culinary destination.

Meal:Breakfast and Dinner

Accomodation:Attix Boutique Hotel (or similar)

Included Activities:La Paz City Tour, La Paz Culinary Experience

Optional Activities:Valley of the Moon Tour

day 16 - La Paz

Depart at any time.

Meal:Breakfast

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What's Included

Accommodation

Hotels (14 nts), Hacienda/farm (1 nt).

Meals

14 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 5 dinners
Note: Allow USD405-530 for meals not included.

Transport

Private van, train, plane, walking, 4x4 vehicle, boat.All transport between destinations and to/from included activities

Guide

CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, local guides.

Included activities

Your Journeys Highlight Moment: Traditional Andean Experience, UrubambaYour Journeys Highlight Moment: Cusco Planetarium, CuscoYour Journeys Highlight Moment: Lake Titicaca Community Home Lunch, Lake TiticacaYour Journeys Highlight Moment: Bolivian Hacienda Experience, PotosíYour Journeys Highlight Moment: La Paz Culinary Experience, La PazYour G for Good Moment: Parque de la Papa (Potato Park), PisacYour G for Good Moment: Parwa Community Restaurant the Sacred Valley, LamayYour Discover Moment: CuscoArrival transferTwo-day Sacred Valley tour including Ollantaytambo, Moray, and Pisac ruins and pre-Inca salt pansTraditional pachamanca-style dinnerScenic train and guided tour of Machu PicchuLa Paz city tourSucre orientation walkExcursions to the Salar de UyuniInternal flights

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