The Andean Odyssey: Peru & Bolivia | 12 days

Upon arrival in Lima, you will be met at the airport and transferred to your hotel.

In the afternoon, discover the highlights of Peru’s capital on a guided city tour. Begin with a panoramic view of Huaca Pucllana, an ancient ceremonial centre dating back to the 4th century AD.

Continue to Lima’s Historic Centre, where you will explore its main colonial landmarks, including San Martín Square, the Main Square, the Government Palace, the Archbishop’s Palace, and the Cathedral.

The tour concludes with a visit to the monumental San Francisco Convent, renowned for its colonial architecture and fascinating underground catacombs.

After the tour, return to your hotel.

Overnight stay in Lima.

Early in the morning, transfer to Lima Airport for your flight to Puerto Maldonado, gateway to the Peruvian Amazon rainforest.

Upon arrival in Puerto Maldonado, you will be met at the airport and transferred to our local office, where luggage not needed during your stay can be safely stored.

Next, board a boat at the port for a 40-minute journey along the Madre de Dios River to Amazonía Lodge. Upon arrival, enjoy a welcome drink, settle into your bungalow, and have lunch.

In the afternoon, join a guided walk through the lodge’s private forest reserve, discovering tropical trees, medicinal plants, and a traditional rubber-tapping camp, where you will learn about the region’s historic rubber industry.

After some free time to enjoy the lodge facilities, set off on a night-time boat excursion to spot caimans along the riverbanks.

Dinner and overnight stay at the lodge.

Early in the morning, enjoy a hot drink before departing by boat towards Lake Sandoval, located within Tambopata National Reserve. After a short boat ride, take a 3-kilometre guided walk through the rainforest, where you may spot monkeys, tropical birds, and other wildlife.

Upon reaching the lake, explore its waters by rowing boat in search of giant river otters and other native species. Enjoy your packed breakfast surrounded by the sights and sounds of the Amazon rainforest.

Return to the lodge for lunch and some time to relax.

In the afternoon, visit one of the lodge’s observation towers, offering panoramic views of the rainforest canopy and opportunities for birdwatching. Continue to a traditional Brazil nut camp to learn about the harvesting process and its importance to the local economy.

Dinner and overnight stay at the lodge.

Start the day with an early morning walk to a nearby parrot clay lick, where you may observe several species of colourful parrots gathering to feed on mineral-rich clay.

Return to the lodge for breakfast and some free time before boarding the boat back to Puerto Maldonado.

Upon arrival, visit the local market for a brief introduction to the region’s traditional products and daily life. Afterwards, transfer to the airport for your flight to Cusco.

Upon arrival in Cusco, our representative will meet you at the airport and transfer you to your hotel.

Night in Cusco.

Enjoy a free day to relax and acclimatise to the altitude. You may explore Cusco’s charming historic centre at your own pace, visit its traditional markets, discover local shops, or enjoy the city’s cafés and restaurants.

Night in Cusco.

Breakfast at the hotel.

We begin our journey through the Sacred Valley. Our first stop is the village of Pisac, where you can explore its traditional artisan market and experience local culture and daily life.

After exploring the archaeological site of Pisac, we will continue along the Vilcanota River. We will enjoy lunch in Urubamba before continuing to the impressive fortress of Ollantaytambo.

We will explore its cobbled streets and archaeological complex. At the end of the tour, we will continue to the railway station to board the train to Machu Picchu village.

Night in Aguas Calientes.

Breakfast at the hotel.

Early in the morning, we will begin by picking you up at your hotel and transferring you to the train station, where you will board the train heading to Aguas Calientes. Upon arrival, we will proceed to the bus station for a transfer to the entrance of the impressive Inca Citadel of Machu Picchu. The tour of the citadel will be guided by a private expert, who will help you explore one of the greatest masterpieces of Inca architecture, while you enjoy breathtaking views and discover the rich, endemic biodiversity of flora and fauna that define this place.

After the tour, you will have time to take photos and fully appreciate the surroundings. We will then take the bus back to the town of Aguas Calientes, where you can indulge in a delicious lunch.

Finally, we will begin the return journey by train to Cusco, where you will be dropped off at the station for your transfer to the hotel.

Night in Cusco

Pick-up from your hotel at 3:30 a.m.

We will begin our excursion towards the south-east of Cusco, travelling through Cusipata before reaching the village of Llacto. Along the way, we will see beautiful herds of alpacas and llamas.

We will then begin a hike of approximately two and a half hours. During the trek, we will admire snow-capped mountains and breathtaking landscapes.

Finally, we will reach Rainbow Mountain, Vinicunca. After enjoying the summit and taking photographs, we will begin our descent, walking for approximately one and a half hours to Llacto.

From there, we will take our transport to Cusipata, where an included lunch will be served.

We will then continue by vehicle back to Cusco, arriving in the city at approximately 5:00 p.m.

Overnight in Cusco.

Breakfast at the hotel.

At the scheduled time, transfer to the airport to board your flight to La Paz.

Arrival, reception and transfer to your hotel in La Paz.

Night in La Paz.

Breakfast at the hotel.

In the morning, we will visit the Moon Valley (Valle de la Luna), a stunning geological formation located near the city with a landscape resembling the lunar surface. Upon arrival, we will take a walk of approximately 15 to 20 minutes to observe the thousands of spires and crater-like structures formed over millions of years by erosion and climate fluctuations.

Afterward, we will head to the cable car station to enjoy spectacular views of the city nestled among the mountains. We will then visit Murillo Square, surrounded by the country’s main political buildings, including the Government Palace. The tour continues to the Witches’ Market, famous for its shops selling amulets and esoteric objects linked to Andean worldview and culture.

At the end of this fascinating experience, we will return to the hotel. Later, you will be transferred to the bus station to board your bus to Uyuni.

Night on board the bus.

After breakfast, our adventure begins at the iconic Train Cemetery. Here, time seems to have stood still among 19th-century locomotives and rusted wagons—silent relics of Bolivia’s mining boom.

We will continue to Colchani, a picturesque village at the gateway to the salt flats. You will discover the fascinating artisanal salt processing methods and can explore the local market, a burst of color filled with unique textiles and handicrafts.

Next, we venture into the vastness of the Uyuni Salt Flats. We will visit the original Salt Hotel (now a museum), the enigmatic “eyes of the water” (ojos de agua), and the emblematic Flag Square, the perfect setting for capturing unforgettable photographs. The journey continues toward Incahuasi Island, an oasis of rock and giant cacti reaching up to 10 meters high. From its summit, the panoramic view of the salt flats will take your breath away.

Midday offers a sublime moment: a picnic lunch in the heart of the salt flats, surrounded by infinite white. At sunset, we will witness the most anticipated spectacle, where the sky and the earth merge into a perfect mirror. After this magical finale, we will transfer to the hotel for you overnight.

Night in Uyuni.

(Note: The hotel in Uyuni is a superior tourist hotel in all the categories mentioned.)

Breakfast at the hotel. At a convenient time, transfer to Uyuni airport. Arrive in La Paz to take your connecting flight to your home country.