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Explore Peru & Bolivia Overview

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      USD $4,095
      CAD $3,895
      AUD $3,780
      EUR €2,975
      GBP £2,395
      NZD $4,840
      ZAR R31,340
      CHF FR3,655
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  • 2013-01-01 - 2013-12-31

Visit South America and travel through Peru and Bolivia's highlights.

Travel from Lima to La Paz and explore the best of Peru and Bolivia on this adventure through ancient ruins, breathtaking scenery and colourful market towns. From the mysterious Inca ruins of the highlands and the lush jungles and exotic wildlife of the Amazon to the vast expanses of Lake Titicaca and the Salar de Uyuni, discover the highlights of this fascinating part of South America.

  • Venture into the Amazon Jungle
  • Discover colonial Cuzco
  • Explore the sights of the Sacred Valley
  • See the sun rise over Machu Picchu
  • Experience the bustling markets of La Paz
  • Visit the heart of Bolivia in whitewashed Sucre
  • Discover underground history in Potosi
  • 4x4 through the surreal landscapes of the Salar de Uyuni

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Explore Peru & Bolivia Summary

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Day 1 Lima

Lima is a large, fascinating hotchpotch of architectural styles, coastal scenes, world cuisines, impressive museums, traditional culture and modern arts and nightlife.

Days 2-3 Amazon Jungle

Located on the Tambopata River near Puerto Maldonado, our eco-friendly lodge is the perfect base for expeditions into the jungle and encounters with the magnificent fauna and flora.

Day 4 Cuzco

Cuzco is the gateway to Machu Picchu and a city with majestic architecture, impressive ruins, a lively town centre and cultural significance around every cobblestone corner.

Day 5 Sacred Valley/Ollantaytambo

The Sacred Valley was once the heartland of the Inca Empire and now contains picturesque villages and impressive archeological sites. Located in the Urubamba Valley, the city of Ollantaytambo is an incredible archeological site and the starting point of the classic Inca Trail trek.

Days 6-9 Inca Trail/Machu Picchu

Winding around mountains, through valleys and up steep slopes, the iconic Inca Trail is a series of beautiful vistas and challenging hikes all the way to Machu Picchu. Built sometime in the 15th century and rediscovered in 1911, the staggering ruins of Machu Picchu were thought to be an estate for the Incan emperor, Pachacuti.

Day 10 Cuzco

A World Heritage site set amongst red-green hills with ruins scattered close by, Cuzco is impressive in every way - be it history, culture, nightlife or architecture.

Days 11-13 Puno/Lake Titicaca

Puno is a colourful town on the Peruvian shores of Lake Titicaca, expect to see traditionally dressed locals, chaotic markets and, if lucky enough, even dancing in the streets. Crossing the border of Peru and Bolivia, Lake Titicaca is the largest lake in South America and has some fascinating islands and hefty-sized frogs living within its waters.

Days 14-16 La Paz

Built in a canyon, the unique and bewtiching city of La Paz is filled with steep, cobbled streets, fascinating markets, evident tradition and captivating sights.

Days 17-19 Uyuni/Salar de Uyuni

Popular due to its proximity to the Salar de Uyuni, the town of Uyuni is small and charming, and feels very remote, especially at the photogenic train cemetery. The world's largest salt flat, the Salar de Uyuni, is a spectacular sight - whether reflecting like a mirror in the wet or cracking during the dry.

Days 20-21 Potosi

The loveliness of Potosi - one of the highest and more fascinating cities in the world - is mirrored by the harshness of its mines and mining history.

Days 22-23 Sucre

The delightful city of Sucre impresses visitors with its historic charm, indigenous roots and calm atmosphere, and is the perfect place to ease into the Bolivian way of life.

Days 24-25 La Paz

With its high altitude and strong indigenous roots, La Paz has a quiet dignity and is a real cultural gem of South America.
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What's included in this trip

  • Start:

    Lima, Peru

  • Finish:

    La Paz, Bolivia

  • Group size:

    Min 1 , Max 12

  • Ages:

    Min 12

  • Meals:

    18 breakfasts, 8 lunches, 7 dinners

  • Accommodation:

    Camping (with basic facilities) (3 nts), Dormitory (1 nt), Homestay (1 nt), Hotel (16 nts), Jungle Lodge (2 nts), Overnight bus (1 nt)

  • Transport:

    Boat, Bus, Canoe, Overnight bus, Plane

  • Included activities:

    4-day Inca Trail trek and Machu Picchu guided tour, Coca Museum, Lake Titicaca boat tour & homestay, Leader-led walking tour, Uyuni Salt Flats 3d/2n (shared tour)

  • Carbon emissions offset:

    1170kg pp per trip

  • Notes:

    Inca Trail permits are sold on request basis only. Once deposit is paid and passport details provided, Intrepid will endeavour to secure a permit for you.

    If Inca Trail permits are unavailable by the time you book, you can opt to hike the Inca Quarry Trail instead.

    The Inca Trail closes in February to allow cleaning and restoration works. If the trek portion of your trip starts in February you will be automatically booked to hike the Inca Quarry Trail.

    Should you choose not to hike at all, please let us know in writing at the time of booking so alternative arrangements can be made. Without this prior warning, local fees may apply.

    Important information regarding new regulations and booking procedures for the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu.

    A single supplement is available on this trip. On the following nights the single supplement is not available:

    Days 2-3 Amazon Jungle
    Days 6-8 Inca Trail
    Day 12 Lake Titicaca
    Days 21-22 Salar de Uyuni

  • Total price from

    USD $4,095
    CAD $3,895
    AUD $3,780
    EUR €2,975
    GBP £2,395
    NZD $4,840
    ZAR R31,340
    CHF FR3,655
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  • Per day from:

    USD $163
    CAD $155
    AUD $151
    EUR €119
    GBP £95
    NZD $193
    ZAR R1,253
    CHF FR146
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      CAD $3,895
      AUD $3,780
      EUR €2,975
      GBP £2,395
      NZD $4,840
      ZAR R31,340
      CHF FR3,655
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You must check that permits are available for the date you start the Inca Trail. For example, if your trip starts on July 11, and the Inca Trail starts on day 4, you will need your permit on July 14.

This information should be used as a guide only as availability may change by the time we receive your request.

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Inca Trail Availability

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Inca Trail permits are available. You can book your trip for this date.

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Inca Trail permits may still be available, please contact us so we can check the current availability and make arrangements for you.

Alternative Routes

Inca Trail permits are now sold out. However, you can opt to hike the Inca Quarry Trail - with spectacular and diverse sceneries this trek is an exceptional alternative to the very busy Inca Trail. Alternatively, travel by train through the picturesque Urubamba Valley to Aguas Calientes. Both options include a visit to Machu Picchu! Please contact us to arrange the one that suits you best!