Peru and Bolivia Explorer | Train To Machu Picchu (From Mar 2025)

What's Included

• Meals

  Meals are included throughout the tour, with breakfast, lunch, and dinner provided on specific days.

• Guided Tours

  Guided tours are included at various locations such as Machu Picchu, Sacred Valley, and La Paz.

• Transportation

  Transportation is provided including flights, private coach, traditional Peruvian boat, and a night bus.

• Special Experiences

  Special experiences such as a hike to the canopy tower in the Amazon, a visit to the Great Train Graveyard, and exploring the Bolivian Salt Flats are included.

• Accommodation

  Accommodation is provided at various locations including Selina Miraflores, LodgeCorto Maltes Amazonia Lodge, Selina Saphi, Tunupa Lodge Ollantaytambo, Hotel Flower's House, Selina La Paz, and Avaroa National Reserve.

What's Not Included

• Personal Expenses

  Personal expenses such as souvenirs, additional snacks, and drinks are not included.
  
  

• Travel Insurance

  Travel insurance is not included and must be purchased separately.
  
  

• Optional Activities

  Optional activities not listed in the itinerary are not included.
  
  

• International Flights

  International flights to and from the starting and ending locations are not included.
  
  

• Visa Fees

  Visa fees for entry into Peru and Bolivia are not included.
  
  

Dining Summary

7 Dinner (D)12 Breakfast (B)4 Lunch (L)

Active

Puerto Maldonado: We'll make our way through the lush green Amazon rainforest at our Jungle Lodge in Puerto Maldonado. There's no better way to reconnect with nature!

Culture

Lima: Cameras ready. It’s not every day you get a bird’s eye view of the Amazon rainforestPuerto Maldonado:Cusco: Feel those butterflies of excitement as you board a plane to the Peruvian city. It’s the former capital of the Inca Empire.Cusco: Your chance to pick up some mementos at San Pedro Markets and then see Cusco Cathedral, San Blas and Coricancha.Sacred Valley: See this former heartland of the Incan Empire and hike around the Pisac ruins.Sacred Valley: Learn about the vibrant Andean art of weaving & goldsmithing in Pisac Qolque. Every penny you spend here helps them preserve their time-worn cultural identities & form of self-expression.Cusco: Jet into this mountaintop city and enjoy the sweeping panoramic views.La Paz: Swoop into this small Bolivian town – the gateway to visit the salt flats at Salar de Uyuni.Uyuni: This one’s pretty surreal! An array of abandoned steam engines that were left to rust are now a work of modern art.Uyuni: Visit the stretch of salt flats. They’re kind of like a giant beach made from salt. And it’s an epic backdrop for some quirky pics.La Paz: It’s high time we explored the world’s highest (administrative) capital! Joined by an expert local guide, we’ll check out the best sights in La Paz - get a slightly creepy gift for your BFF at the Witches Market, stand in Plaza Murillo and see the rainbow colours of Jaen Street and see the landmark St Francis Basilica.

Included Experience

Lima: Get to know this magnificent clifftop city. It’s steeped in history and pretty architecture. But we’re all about the epic food.Lima: Cameras ready. It’s not every day you get a bird’s eye view of the Amazon rainforestPuerto Maldonado: We'll make our way through the lush green Amazon rainforest at our Jungle Lodge in Puerto Maldonado. There's no better way to reconnect with nature!Puerto Maldonado:Cusco: Feel those butterflies of excitement as you board a plane to the Peruvian city. It’s the former capital of the Inca Empire.Cusco: Your chance to pick up some mementos at San Pedro Markets and then see Cusco Cathedral, San Blas and Coricancha.Sacred Valley: See this former heartland of the Incan Empire and hike around the Pisac ruins.Sacred Valley: Learn about the vibrant Andean art of weaving & goldsmithing in Pisac Qolque. Every penny you spend here helps them preserve their time-worn cultural identities & form of self-expression.Sacred Valley: The sleepy town will give you a taste of local life in the Sacred Valley. Don’t forget to pick up some mementos at the market.Cusco: AKA ‘corn beer’. This ceremonial bevvy was the drink of choice for Incan nobility.Machu Picchu: Feel the goosebumps of excitement as you glide into Aguas Calientes and get ready to start this life-changing experience.Machu Picchu: It’s the moment you’ve been waiting for! Time to explore the Incan citadel with your new Contiki fam. #travelgoalsCusco: Jet into this mountaintop city and enjoy the sweeping panoramic views.La Paz: Swoop into this small Bolivian town – the gateway to visit the salt flats at Salar de Uyuni.Uyuni: This one’s pretty surreal! An array of abandoned steam engines that were left to rust are now a work of modern art.Uyuni: Visit the stretch of salt flats. They’re kind of like a giant beach made from salt. And it’s an epic backdrop for some quirky pics.Reserva Nacional de Fauna Andina Eduardo Avaroa: Wild llamas and alpacas. Flamingos. Salt flats. Volcanos. The list of amazing things you’ll see here is endless.La Paz: It’s high time we explored the world’s highest (administrative) capital! Joined by an expert local guide, we’ll check out the best sights in La Paz - get a slightly creepy gift for your BFF at the Witches Market, stand in Plaza Murillo and see the rainbow colours of Jaen Street and see the landmark St Francis Basilica.La Paz: See San Francisco Church and Metropolitan Cathedral – two impressive landmarks in this lively city

Landmarks

Machu Picchu: It’s the moment you’ve been waiting for! Time to explore the Incan citadel with your new Contiki fam. #travelgoals

Nature

Reserva Nacional de Fauna Andina Eduardo Avaroa: Wild llamas and alpacas. Flamingos. Salt flats. Volcanos. The list of amazing things you’ll see here is endless.

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