Lima to La Paz - 14 days
Lima to La Paz - 14 days
Lima to La Paz - 14 days
14 Days Starting in Lima, Peru and ending in La Paz, Bolivia
Visiting: Lima, Puerto Maldonado, Cusco, Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu, Puno, Lake Titicaca, La Paz
Tour operator:
Tour code:
2320/LTL
Specialist Group:
Family/Kids
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
2 - 16
Age range:
15-0
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians, Please contact On The Go Tours with specific dietary requests
Tour operated in:
EnglishTrip Styles:
Interests:
Cultural, Gardens & Nature Tours, Rail Tours, Wildlife Tours
Activities:
Tour Overview
Embark on a captivating 14-day journey from Lima to La Paz, exploring the rich cultural tapestry of Peru and Bolivia. Begin in Lima, where you'll delve into the city's vibrant history and architecture. Venture into the heart of the Amazon rainforest, staying at a jungle lodge and experiencing the diverse wildlife. Discover the ancient wonders of Cusco and the Sacred Valley, including the iconic Machu Picchu, reached by a scenic train ride. Continue to the serene Lake Titicaca, visiting the unique floating islands of Uros and Taquile. Conclude your adventure in La Paz, one of the world's highest cities, with its breathtaking views and intriguing local markets. This small group tour offers guided excursions, comfortable accommodations, and a chance to immerse yourself in the enchanting landscapes and cultures of South America.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Lima
Location: Lima
Welcome to Peru! Upon arrival at Lima airport you’ll be met and transferred to our hotel in the popular Miraflores district of the city. The rest of the day is free to relax or explore the city before our welcome meeting at 6pm this evening where you will meet your tour leader.
Day 2 : Lima
Location: Lima
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today we explore the beautiful city of Lima, also known as the 'city of kings', we'll visit the well preserved historical centre. Making our way through Plaza San Martin, we'll also take in Plaza Mayor, the Government Palace and the City Hall. Our tour of the city continues with a visit to the San Francisco Monastery and it's famous underground crypts which are home to an estimated 70,000 remains. This bright yellow architectural wonder is also home to an incredible library, holding thousands of antique texts, some of which pre-date the conquest in the 16th century. Later we'll head through the residential districts of San Isidro and Miraflores, passing by Huaca Pucllana, a clay pyramid that was the ceremonial and administrative centre of the Lima culture and later considered a sacred town by the Inca's. Next up we'll stop at El Olivar park, a peaceful space where we'll find olive trees that were brought to Peru in the 15th century. Our final stop on today's tour of Lima is El Parque del Amor, this romantic spot is situated on the cliffs of Miraflores overlooking the Pacific ocean. The rest of the day is at leisure for you to explore this fascinating city at your own pace. With Lima fast becoming one of the gastronomic capitals of the world, be sure to taste some of the delicious local cuisine.
Day 3 - 4 : Puerto Maldonado And The Amazon
Location: Puerto Maldonado
Accommodation Name: jungle Eco lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Lima - Puerto Maldonado. Transferring to the airport this morning we board our flight to Puerto Maldonado. We’ll then travel by canoe to our wonderful jungle Eco lodge. After lunch we will embark on a walk along the property’s nature trails. Your guide will explain the importance of the rainforest and the vital role that this ecosystem plays in the equilibrium of the planet. As the sun begins to set we head back in the canoes, hopefully spotting some of the nocturnal animals that are found in this area as well as learning about the constellations.
Day 5 - 6 : Cusco
Location: Cusco
Meals Included: Breakfast
Puerto Maldonado - Cusco. This morning travel back to Puerto Maldonado before flying onwards to Cusco, after arriving into Cusco you'll have the chance to relax and adjust to the altitude. This beautiful city full of history and intrigue, is located 3,399m above sea level.
Day 7 : Sacred Valley
Location: Sacred Valley
Meals Included: Breakfast
Cusco - The Sacred Valley. Bidding farewell to Cusco we travel on to the Sacred Valley today. Our first stop is the popular Pisac markets where we will have the chance to see the variety of colourful handicrafts on offer. Originally only held on Sundays, Pisac Market was a place for artisans from across the region to trade in their products. Today the market is a daily occurrence where locals and visitors alike can find some of the finest textiles, jewellery and clothing typical of this area of Peru. Then we travel on to the remarkable Ollantaytambo fortress which was constructed to guard the entrance to this part of the valley and protect it from possible invasions of tribes from the jungle lowlands. One of the best examples of Incan architecture, many of the inhabitants of Ollantaytambo still live according to the customs and traditions they have inherited from generations of ancestors, leading to it being known as a living Inca town.
Day 8 : Machu Picchu
Location: Machu Picchu
Meals Included: Breakfast
Sacred Valley - Machu Picchu - Cusco. We have an exciting day ahead, starting with a short drive to the Ollantaytambo train station where we'll take a scenic train journey to Aguas Calientes early this morning, remember to look out the windows as the scenery along the way is utterly breathtaking. Watch as the landscape changes from Andean Highlands to the beginning of the Jungle. Upon arrival we board the bus up to Machu Picchu where you'll enjoy a guided tour of the magnificent lost city and have plenty of free time to explore and take photos. For many visitors to Peru, Machu Picchu is the main highlight and rightly so, with its incredible history and beautiful views it's a truly mystical part of the country. Macchu Picchu was built in the 15th, believed to be as an estate for the Inca Emperor Pachacuti, it was abandoned only a century after completion during the Spanish conquest, however, it lay largely unknown until 1911 when the American historian and explorer Hiram Bingham brought it to the worlds attention. Later this afternoon take the train back to Cusco.
Day 9 : Cusco
Location: Cusco
Meals Included: Breakfast
Enjoy a free day in Cusco today to explore the city at your own pace. Alternatively you may wish to partake in one of the optional activities on offer today. You may wish to join a trip to the small town of Chinchero, an authentic Andean village. Or perhaps try your hand at a Peruvian culinary experience, with a unique insight into Peru's food and culture. A local chef will aid you in creating some exquisite dishes.
Day 10 - 11 : Lake Titicaca (Peru)
Location: Puno
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Cusco - Puno. After an early breakfast, we’ll travel by bus to Puno, passing by the lovely Wacarpay Lake, with spectacular views of the mountains reflected in its calm waters. Along the way we’ll make a couple of stops, the first one being in Andahuaylillas to see the Church of San Pedro, which has been given the nickname the Sistine Chapel of the Americas. Moving along, we pass through herds of llamas and spectacular landscapes until we get to Ayaviri, an important livestock and textile centre. Here, we’ll be able to lay eyes on the Temple of Kalasaya, remnants of a Pucara structure. After a stop for lunch at a countryside restaurant, we continue on to Puno, our base for the next two nights.
Day 12 : La Paz
Location: La Paz
Meals Included: Breakfast
Puno - La Paz. Bidding farewell to our Peruvian tour leader we travel by public bus around the shores of Lake Titicaca and across the border to La Paz in Bolivia. At an altitude of 3660 metres, La Paz is one of the world’s highest cities. The imposing Mount Illimani looms in the background whilst below lies a valley full of sensational surprises. Buildings cling to the sides of the canyon that the city was built in and spill spectacularly downwards. Sprawling shanty towns give way to affluent high-rise apartments as the city’s central tree-lined thoroughfare runs through the downtown core.
Day 13 : La Paz
Location: La Paz
Meals Included: Breakfast
On day 13 we'll head out to explore this captivating city, starting with a tremendous perspective of the city at the Killi Killi viewpoint, we'll make our way to Murillo Square, the main square in La Paz and home to the Presidential Palace, the National Congress of Bolivia and the Cathedral of La Paz. Be sure to look out for the clock on the Bolivian congress building, which in 2014 was changed by the Bolivian government to turn anti-clockwise. The government at the time said it was to help Bolivians to treasure their heritage, question established norms and think creatively! Our exploration continues as we descend into the mesmerising Moon Valley, this rocky landscape which has been created by centuries of weathering is quite an incredible sight. Next we'll take a ride in a cable car across the city, giving an impressive panorama of the city on one of the most innovative and ecological uses of mass public transport. We'll find ourselves at the witches market next, where many mystical objects of Andean rituals and sorcery are on sale, from dried frogs to llama foetuses for Aymara rituals. We then continue to the beautiful San Francisco church with it's exquisite carvings on the facade, it is one of the largest colonial architectural complexes found in Latin America.
Day 14 : La Paz
Location: La Paz
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today our tour comes to an end with a transfer to the airport. Alternatively opt to extend your stay to explore La Paz and perhaps visit the spectacular Uyuni Salt Flats - we can arrange a private tour for you upon request.
What's Included
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Accommodation
3 - 4 star -
13 breakfasts, 4 lunches and 2 dinners
The tour includes 13 breakfasts, 4 lunches, and 2 dinners.
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11 nights 3 - 4 star hotels and 2 nights Amazon eco-lodge
Accommodation includes 11 nights in 3 to 4-star hotels and 2 nights in an Amazon eco-lodge.
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2 economy class flights: Lima - Puerto Maldonado - Cusco
The tour includes 2 economy class flights from Lima to Puerto Maldonado and from Puerto Maldonado to Cusco.
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Airport transfers on day 1 and day 14
Airport transfers are provided on the first and last day of the tour.
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Guided tour of Lima, Cusco, the Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu and La Paz
Guided tours are included for Lima, Cusco, the Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu, and La Paz.
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Excursions to the Amazon Jungle and Lake Titicaca
Excursions to the Amazon Jungle and Lake Titicaca are included in the tour.
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Escorted by an English-speaking local tour leader in Peru days 1 - 11 (for groups of 4 or more) with specialist local guides for included sightseeing
The tour is escorted by an English-speaking local tour leader in Peru from days 1 to 11 for groups of 4 or more, with specialist local guides for included sightseeing.
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Transfers and transportation in private air-conditioned vehicles, tourist bus from Cusco - Puno and Puno - La Paz
Transfers and transportation are provided in private air-conditioned vehicles, including a tourist bus from Cusco to Puno and from Puno to La Paz.
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Expedition train to Machu Picchu
The tour includes an expedition train ride to Machu Picchu.
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Entrance fees and Cusco Tourist Ticket
Entrance fees and the Cusco Tourist Ticket are included in the tour.
What's Not Included
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International flights and visas
International flights and visas are not included in the tour.
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Tipping - refer to the Tipping paragraph in the Trip Notes for further information
Tipping is not included and should be referred to in the Trip Notes for further information.
Age Policy
As standard they must be ages 15 or older to join this group tour. However, those aged 13+ may be considered on a case by case basis.
Accommodation
Stay at the modern Hilton Garden Inn in Miraflores, the rustic chic Inkaterra Hacienda Concepcion in the Amazon, the centrally located Sonesta Hotel in Cusco, the scenic Sonesta Posadas del Inca-Yucay in the Sacred Valley, the lakeside Hotel Jose Antonio in Puno, the colonial-style Patio de Piedra Hotel Boutique, and the friendly Hotel Gloria Calacoto in La Paz.
Mode of Transport
Travel in comfort with private air-conditioned vehicles, tourist buses, and an expedition train to Machu Picchu. Enjoy two economy class flights from Lima to Puerto Maldonado and Cusco, and scenic boat rides in the Amazon. Airport transfers are provided on the first and last day of the tour.
Check out our Q&As
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What kind of activities can I expect during the Amazon rainforest visit?
During the Amazon rainforest visit, you can expect a variety of jungle activities led by expert naturalist guides. These include nature walks to observe the flora and fauna, scaling a canopy walkway or tower for panoramic views, and a Twilight River excursion or nighttime walk to see nocturnal creatures. You will also visit Lake Sandoval, where you can paddle around the lake to see various wildlife.
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What is the significance of Machu Picchu on this tour?
Machu Picchu is a highlight of the tour, offering a scenic train journey to the famous Inca citadel. It is a spectacular testament to the greatness of the Inca civilization, believed to have been built as an estate for the Inca leader Pachacuti. The site is known for its classical Inca architecture and breathtaking views, making it a must-see destination on the tour.
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What cultural experiences are included in the tour?
The tour includes several cultural experiences such as visiting the historical center of Lima, exploring the Sacred Valley's Pisac markets and Ollantaytambo fortress, and learning about the unique social system and weaving techniques on Taquile Island. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to interact with locals and enjoy a home-cooked meal on Taquile Island.
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How is the transportation arranged between different locations on the tour?
Transportation between locations is arranged using a combination of private air-conditioned vehicles, tourist buses, and an expedition train to Machu Picchu. There are also two economy class flights from Lima to Puerto Maldonado and from Puerto Maldonado to Cusco. Airport transfers are provided on the first and last days of the tour.
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What kind of accommodation is provided during the tour?
Accommodation during the tour includes 11 nights in 3 to 4-star hotels and 2 nights in an Amazon eco-lodge. The hotels offer various amenities such as air conditioning, Wi-Fi, and on-site dining options. The eco-lodge provides a rustic chic experience with beautiful interiors and meals made from local ingredients.
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
Ensuring our footprint is light and that the benefits of travelling reach the local communities you visit is paramount to us. We’re proud to say that when travelling with us, the large majority of your holiday funds remain within the countries you visit, supporting local economies at a grass roots level.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Since 1998
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
With English-speaking tours, it's not a huge surprise that most on our travellers are from English-speaking countries or have English as their second language. Our group tours cater for everyone from 18 years old to 70+
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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