Peru – Tour Program 18D/17N
Duration
18D/17N
Difficulty
Moderate
Language
Español / Ingles
Max. Altitude
5,036 m / 16,522 ft
Due to the many climatic zones, Peru is a unique country and is therefore not only one of the countries with the most extensive biodiversity but also one of the historically most interesting places on earth. On this trip we take you through the entire diversity of the country and start this on the coast with visits to delicious restaurants, oases, wineries and the Nazca Lines, over which you will take a spectacular flight. In the Andes we visit condors, discover alpacas, get to Lake Titicaca and visit Machu Picchu. To round off the diversity, the journey takes us to the Amazon rainforest, where we witness the unimaginable beauty of pure nature.
Our Company Machulas Journey will give you welcome to Peru in Lima airport, after this you will be taken to your hotel in Mira Flores organize by the company in order to arrange our journey next day.
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Enjoy the best of the Nazca culture flying over its enigmatic lines and venture into the city of Ica with the wonderful dunes that are home to the Huacachina lagoon, as well as excursion on sliders to the Ballestas islands that contain important marine fauna.
Itinerary:
You will be taking by bus from LIMA TO ICA BY CRUZ DEL SUR at 7:00 am and from the ICA bus station you will be taking or transport TO YOUR LODGING WINERY TOUR.
In this amazing tour, you will follow the Pisco Route
The first to visit will be Tambo Tacama, an industrial winery considered the first vineyard in South America created in 1540. Then we will visit the CULTUR craft the most visited tourist winery of Ica, founded in 1856. Our visitors are educated and learn about the oenological activity of the region.
TRANSFER TO HUACACHINA OASIS
BUGGIES AND SANDBOARDING
With the tour Adventure Sports in Ica Sandboarding or “Buggies & Sandboarding”, you can enjoy two adventure sports in one, which consists of boarding powerful and fast tubular cars or sandboxes, which will climb the desert dunes, raising the adrenaline to the maximum, fantastic rides that will take you through spectacular places up to the high parts of the dunes. And at night pass OVERNIGHT IN ICA hotel (***)
Overview:
- Tour Location: Lima – Ica – Nasca – Peru
- Tour Type: Day tour – tour – bus – van
- Start/End Time: Pickup is at 7:00 am from your hotel and you should be at your hotel around 4 PM
- Consideration: Please remember to take comfortable clothes, good camera,
An Ica Nazca Lines flight is a scenic overflight tour from Ica to see the ancient Nazca geoglyphs, which typically includes a 2.5-hour drive to Nazca airport, a 35-minute flight, and the return trip. The flight itself is conducted in a small aircraft, like a Cessna, with a pilot who points out various figures such as the hummingbird, monkey, and spider from a window seat, providing a unique perspective of the massive designs.
Itinerary:
You will be pick you up at 07:00 and transfer to Nazca airport where you will be arriving to the airport and then The tour begins by flying over the Nazca lines where we will observe 12 geoglyphs known as the Whole, the trapezoids, the astronaut, the monkey, the dog, the hummingbird, the spider, the condor, the pelican, the parrot, the hands and the tree. Then we will have lunch. The Classic Nazca Lines is by Flight for about 30 minute. After enjoying this wonderful attraction you will be returning around 18:00pm to Ica hotel where we will stay in one the 3 starts hotel organize by the company. And head to bus station (Cruz Del Sur) and drive to your hotel in order to continue next day to our final tour – paracas – islas ballestas and then return to lima.
- Tour Location: Lima – nasca – Peru
- Tour Type: Day tour – Domestic fly air observation
- Start/End Time: Pickup is at 6:30 am from your hotel and you should be back around 4 PM
- Consideration: Please remember to take comfortable clothes, camaras
The Ballestas Islands are islands in the Pacific Ocean, near the coast of Peru. They are located 260 km south of Lima, near the city of Paracas, on the way to the Paracas District in the province of Pisco.
Itineray:
At 06:30 am you will be pick you up and Transfer to Ica – Paracas, and Islas Ballestas in order to enjoy the impressive the islas ballestas, this attraction are a colony of rock this beautiful island is located in the pacific coast of Peru country and near town of Paracas.
This place is inhabited by thousands of birds like penguins, mammals, sea lions, Inca terns, pelicans and dolphins. This natural wonder is exactly for all the people wildlife lovers, once that you will have free time in order to splore around paracas by your own
In PARACAS NATIONAL RESERVE, in this tour you will be able to see the beautiful landscape of the desert of the reserve and its beautiful beaches, as the viewpoint of the Paracas Peninsula, “Playa Roja” and lagunilla bay.
Finally, we will visit Lagunillas beach, where we can have lunch and enjoy the view of the beach. At 15.00pm you will be transported to bus station and then at 15:40pm returning from Paracas to Lima by Cruz Del Sur bus and finally transfer from the Lima bus station to Mira Flores hotel.
Overview:
- Tour Location: Lima – Paracas – Peru
- Tour Type: Day tour – by van
- Start/End Time: Pickup is at 6:30 am from your hotel and you should be back around 4 PM
- Consideration: Please remember to take comfortable clothes
Puerto Maldonado is one of Amazing experience the Peruvian Amazon up close. Surrounded by lush rainforest and incredible biodiversity, is a home to one of the planet’s largest concentrations of flora and fauna, making it ideal for those seeking an authentic connection with nature and is the perfect starting point for exploring Tambopata National Reserve. This natural wonder is exactly located in the heart of the Peruvian Amazon.
Itinerary:
Pick up from the airport and / or bus station transfer to the office where they can leave some luggage that is not going to take the tour. Then transfer to the port (port captain) 15 minutes by boat downriver by the Madre de Dios River in a motorized boat to take us to our lodge, where we settled in our comfortable rooms, accompanied by our guide then we walk by trails of the lodge where our guide will explain the flora and fauna that inhabits this area. After lunch and then travel on our boat for 20 minutes to reach the island of monkeys, great opportunity to see 5 species of monkeys that inhabit this island, then we prepare to return to the lodge, and return at dusk observe caimans with the help of our flashlights, we see the red eyes alligators and your guide will explain everything about the alligators, return to the lodge where we spend the night in our comfortable lodge. Amazon Lodge Tambopata
Overview:
- Tour Location: Puerto Maldonado – monkey island – Peru
- Tour Type: Jumgle trip – by fly – boat – hike
- Start/End Time: Pickup is at 6.00 am from your hotel and you should be back around 3 PM
- Consideration: Please remember to take comfortable rainforest clothes, camaras, mosquitoes repellent
National Reserve of Tambopata, in Madre de Dios, is a Peruvian Amazon region famous for the Tambopata National Reserve, a biodiversity sanctuary with an astonishing variety of flora and fauna, including the world’s largest concentration of macaws. The area, accessible from Puerto Maldonado, is ideal for ecotourism and experiencing the deep rainforest through activities such as boat trips along its rivers, wildlife viewing, and exploring its trails.
Itinerary:
Very early in the morning at 5:00 am we will visit the parrot clay lick the cachuela, a journey of about 50 minutes, where you can see many species of parrots gather at the wall of the Madre de Dios River to eat clay in a multicolored spectacle of flight and cries, an experience you will never forget. After return to the lodge for breakfast, then we will prepare to visit Lake Sandoval throughout the day, from our lodge trip 10 minutes by boat to reach port on the shores of Lake Sandoval, where our entry to the Tambopata Reserve “Lago Sandoval “in a walk of about 1 hour, then reach the lake where we take a canoe paddle to stroll through this beautiful lake that is home to many birds and animals. Then at noon we will take a lunch in a restaurant in Lake Sandoval, after lunch those who wish can swim in the lake Sandoval safely, then return to the lodge, dinner and then a night walk to see some animals and / or insects that come out at night return to our lodge where we spend the night in our comfortable lodge.
Overview:
- Tour Location: Puerto Maldonado – Tombopata – Peru
- Tour Type: Jumgle trip – boat – hike
- Start/End Time: Pickup is at 8.00 am from your hotel and you should be back around 3 PM
- Consideration: Please remember bring Appropriate Clothing for the Jungle, camaras, mosquitoes repellent Nature Observation Gear, Binoculars, etc.
In Tambopata, much of life happens on the treetops, and canopy walks offer a unique perspective on appreciating this ecosystem. Over 25 meters high, hanging bridges connect the treetops, allowing you to walk among them while observing toucans, harpy eagles, monkeys, and exotic birds.
From this height, you’ll witness the daily activity of Amazonian fauna and breathtaking landscapes that look like something out of a postcard. The sounds of the jungle and the panoramic view will leave you with unforgettable memories.
Itinerary:
After breakfast, we will take our kayaks from our lodge, along the Madre de Dios River and we will arrive at the center of adventure activities, we will walk for 5 minutes, and then we will ascend by a tower 20 meters high, from there by the suspension bridges, to see the jungle from the top of the trees, as the animals see it, then return to the lodge. Lunch, after a break we will prepare to go fishing in a half hour walk until we reach a small river, where it is possible to fish piranhas and other Amazonian fish, return to the lodge for dinner, after dinner. We will spend the night in our comfortable lodge.
Overview:
- Tour Location: Puerto Maldonado – Tombopata – Peru
- Tour Type: Jungle trip – canopy – hike
- Start/End Time: Pickup is at 8.00 am from your hotel and you should be back around 3 PM
- Consideration: Please remember bring Appropriate Clothing for the Jungle, camaras, mosquitoes repellent Nature Observation Gear, Binoculars, etc.
Meeting the indigenous communities of Tambopata is an enriching experience that will connect you with the ancestral traditions of the Amazon. Tribes such as the Ese Eja, Harakbut, and Matsigenka offer visitors the chance to learn about their customs, cuisine, and sustainable practices.
These interactions promote responsible tourism and allow visitors to understand and appreciate these communities’ deep connection with their environment. It’s an experience that adds a cultural component to the adventure.
A four-day tour is usually enough to experience the best that Tambopata has to offer. Each activity, from boat rides to walks and cultural encounters, will immerse you in the very essence of the Amazon. Tambopata is not just a destination; it’s a journey into the wild, the cultural, and the unforgettable.
Itinerary:
Very early in the morning at 5:00 am we will go to visit the La Cachuela parrot clay lick, in a trip of approximately 50 minutes, where it is possible to see a variety of species of parrots that gather on the wall of the Madre de Dios River at eating clay in a multicolored spectacle of flights and screams, an experience I will never forget. Then return to the lodge for breakfast, then around 9:30 am. We will take a walk through our farms, to learn about the Amazonian fruits that grow and are a source of income for the locals in this area. We will return for lunch and after lunch we will visit the native family of the Machiguenga community, where we will be able to interact with them, talking and learning about their culture, return to the hostel and from there we will get them ready to pack and we will take them on our motorized boat to Puerto Maldonado, and from there to the airport and/or bus terminal. End of the Tour.
Overview:
- Tour Location: Puerto Maldonado – Tombopata – Peru
- Tour Type: Jungle trip – native community visit – farm visit
- Start/End Time: starting at 5.00 am from your hotel and you should be back around 3 PM
- Consideration: Please remember bring Appropriate Clothing for the Jungle, camaras, mosquitoes repellent Nature Observation Gear, Binoculars, etc.
The amazing Chinchero and Ollantaytambo Incan sites, the salt mines of Maras and the agricultural terraces of moray is a great complement to the sacred valley and Machu Picchu Journey. You will be able to enjoy the views of the snow-capped mountains, Green fields, traditional village and you will learn more about the local culture, the salt mines of Maras and much more.
Itinerary:
Today we will continue our second journey; you will be directly connected to our sacred valley tour with our professional license tour guide. First you will take the early domestic fly from Lima to Cusco airport and them we will drive toward to amazing town of Chinchero. Start the weaving lesson in one of the organization of traditional textiles where the ladies will show you the process of elaborating it. If you are interested to obtain hand make textiles this is the recommended point to get it. Then we will explore the archaeological site and the colonial church full of mural paintings. After will be continuing, to the picturesque town of Maras is located at an altitude of 3,380 meters above sea level. This is a small community famous for its salt mines which consist of about 3000 small Wells with an average are of about 5m2 from which salt is extracted after a drying process.
This salt mines, better known as “salineras de Maras”, have been exploited since Incas times as a means of economic Exchange 7 km from Maras, we will visit the archeological of moray. Here in moray we will see the greatness of the circular terraces of Inca agriculture.
Moray is a group of circular terraces which was used as an agricultural experimental, and adaptation center for wild crops. The Incas used it to study the adaptation of the plants to new ecosystems. The overlapping circular Stone rings widen as they rise and it has a total depth of 150 m. after a guide tour on the way back we will stop for lunch in Urubamba in one of the tourist restaurant. Once finished the lunch we will have to continue to Ollantaytambo in order to visit the important archeological site, considered as living town by specialist and also of the evidences of original Incan basement. Once finished our tour in Ollantaytambo our guide will take you to train stations where you will take the 7pm train to Aguas calientes where the train will take for a 1 hour 50 minutes all the way to Machupicchu pueblo or known as Aguas Calientes town. Once arrive to Aguas calientes the guide will take you to your hotel organize by the company.
Overview:
- Tour Location: Cusco Sacred Valley, Peru
- Tour Type: Day tour
- Start/End Time: Pickup is at 6.30 am from your hotel and you should be back around 4 PM
- Consideration: Please remember to take the necessary things follow our guide recommendations
Today is great day at 5.00 am in the morning you will be starting your breakfast in your hotel which include, and then be ready in order take the bus up to Machu Picchu, the bus will take for a 25 minutes all the way to the main control. Our Machu Picchu guided tours last around 3 hours including beautiful pictures and stopping point.
The first entry to Machu Picchu is at 6 am and then entry is available on the hour, every hour, until the last entry at 2 pm. Please in this case we will take 6 or 7 to 8 am which is better for you or depending availability time.
Below are some of the highlights what? You will see.
Intihuatana (Sun Clock)
This mysterious and beautiful sundial was carved directly into the bedrock of Machu Picchu. Much is not known about its unusual design and markings. What is known is that it aligns with the sun during the winter solstice (June 21 in Peru). At midday, the main stone casts no shadow at all.
The Temple of the Sun
The Temple of the Sun was the most sacred of all temples at Machu Picchu. It was most likely only accessed by priests and high-ranking Incas.
It is built over an enormous rock in a unique semi-circular fashion and features a tower and a trapezoidal window. It is believed that the Incas worshipped their sun god, called Inti, and other theories exist, too.
These range from being a royal tomb to being an observatory or a sacrificial center.
Temple of the Condor
This is one of the most spectacular sites at Machu Picchu. The Incas took a large, natural rock formation and sculpted it to take on the appearance of a condor in flight, wings spread and magnificent.
There are details alongside its majesty; a condor’s head and neck feathers complete the condor. A mummy was found in a small cave under the rock and there is speculation that sacrifices happened here, too. Behind the temple are a prison complex and dungeons.
Temple of the Three Windows
We will see this temple in the Sacred Plaza area of Machu Picchu. It is a large structure, with three walls and the main attraction is the three large windows.
There are many theories as to why there are three windows. Your guide will discuss their and your opinions during the tour.
And finally, after visited the Machu Picchu Inca city we will take back the bus down for 20 minutes and see where we can enjoy the lunch before to returning to Cusco hotel.
Optional Tour in Machupicchu: Huayna Picchu Mountain is the extra mountain located in same Machu Picchu Inca citadel. This is beautiful mountain is very famous now days, the views are spectacular from the top of this mountain, perfect for photo lovers. This extra trip will be charge by our clients $70.00 USD per person.
Very Important Note: The company Machulas Journey recommending you to book in advance your machupicchu tour, now days this wonder is divide by circuit and the best circuit for this Inca city is the circuit #2 – #3 and the others circuit is no really popular!!
That mean our recommendation is – your booking have to be 5 to 6 months in advance this is in order to organize your trips without any disadvantages.!
Overview:
- Tour Location: Cusco Machu Picchu, Peru
- Tour Type: Full Day Tour
- Start/End Time: Pickup is at 4.30 am from your hotel and you should be back around 7.30 pm
- Consideration: Please remember to provide comfortable clothes, original passport, camara video, etc.
Humantay Lake Hike offers you the chance to enjoy Peru’s dramatic Andean mountains and glaciers in just one day. Feel the power of nature and beautiful views of Lake Humantay and its glacier with our day tour from Cusco. Humantay’s sparkling turquoise waters shimmer in front of the pure-white Humantay glacier under the watch of the Humantay and Salkantay mountains. This is a perfect acclimatization walk and day tour out of the bustle of Cusco.
Itinerary:
The call of the mountain is an early one. We’ll pick you up at 4 am from your hotel for the start of our Lake Humantay tour. Don’t worry about breakfast; we drive for a couple of hours to Mollepata then Soraypampa (3,900m/12,795ft), where we enjoy a delicious meal, organize by our master chef.
The Lake Humantay hike begins after we’ve sated our appetites. The views are wonderful from start to finish. We’ll see offerings made to the mountain gods as we walk along and can make our own at some stone buildings known as Apachetas.
Our path involves climbing for around 1 hour and 30 minutes to Humantay Lake, which nestles under the sheltering gaze of Humantay Mountain. The lake sits at an elevation of 4,200m / 13,780ft, making it perfect as an acclimatization walk.
Humantay picture-perfect turquoise waters are framed by Humantay glacier. Humantay Lake can also be the starting point for a Salkantay trek to Machu Picchu.
We’ll enjoy this stunning slice of Andean beauty then return to our lunch spot in order enjoy our delicious food prepare by our cook and then take our vehicle in Soraypampa and retrace our steps to Cusco, dropping you off at your hotel.
Overview:
- Tour Location: Cusco – Mollepata Humantay – Peru
- Tour Type: Full Day tour / hiking
- Start/End Time: Pickup is at 4 am from your hotel lobby and you should be back around 5 PM
- Consideration: Please remember to comfortable shoes, warm Jacket comfortable clothes, camara video
The rainbow mountains is a place where geology meets psychedelic colors and lines.
The beauty of the snow-peaked Andean mountains serving as a backdrop for the breathtaking views that this jaw-dropping attraction has is simply something that no one should miss out while visiting Cusco.
Located in a remote location that not long ago was covered with glaciers, the Rainbow mountain dessertic area resembles lunar landscapes inhabited by llamas, alpacas and quechua speaking herders that have preserved their ancient precolombina traditions, the rainbow mountain is an excellent one or two-day destination for those who crave for the exclusive.
Itinerary:
We’ll pick you up at 4:am and take you in our private van for 3 and a half hours through the Vilcanota Valley and passing small towns and communities until we reach chillca (3750m), the starting point for our hike. There, your guide will take recommend all the tips in order to climb and this same place you will enjoy a delicious breakfast in order have good energy. And then arrange the climbing.
After a delicious breakfast, you’ll start your journey. We’ll hike for approximately 2.30 hours until we get to the famous Rainbow Mountain. On the way up, you’ll appreciate beautiful landscapes and alpacas, llamas, and vicuñas, the national animal of Peru. Once we summit Rainbow Mountain, we’ll stay at the top for a 15 to 20 minutes in order to enjoy the beautiful view and learn cool information about this colored mountain once that, We will then make our descent for approximately 2 hours until we reach our rest spot, where our driver will wait for us and our professional cook will provide delicious organic lunch. After lunch, we will take our private van back to Cusco and leave you at your hotel organize by the company.
Overview:
- Tour Location: Cusco Venincunka, Peru
- Tour Type: Full Day tour / hiking
- Start/End Time: Pickup is at 4 am from your hotel and you should be back around 4 PM
- Consideration: Please remember to comfortable shoes, warm clothes, passport comfortable clothes camara, gopro.
Cusco was considered the capital of the Inca Empire and is filled with important historical and cultural sites that tell an intriguing story. On our half-day Cusco city tour, you’ll gain a critical understanding of the Inca Empire and the story of how Cusco became the cultural center it is today.
Who better to host you, Cusco is the Archaeological capital of America, the city where colonial houses, churches, and convents were built on top of Inca foundations and walls.
Itinerary:
Our English-speaking guide will show you the rich culture and traditions of historic Cusco, one of South America’s oldest cities. This Cusco city tour includes the Inca fortress of Sacsayhuaman and its incredible stonework and magnificent mountain views.
Moreover, our walking tours of Cusco include hidden parts of Cusco, so you can see how locals proudly live in traditional and time-honored fashion.
Cusco sits at around 3,300m/10,826feet, and our highest point is at 3,600m/11,811 feet. Therefore, our Cusco city tour is ideal after acclimatization preparation for visiting this amazing Cusco attraction.
Today you will be able to visit this amazing city and the 4 Incan ruins and enjoy these impressive views from upper part of Cusco.
- Sacsayhuaman
- Qenqo
- Tambomachay
- Puka pukara
- Plaza de Armas
Overview:
- Tour Location: Cusco City, Peru
- Tour Type: Half Day tour / Cusco
- Start/End Time: Pickup is at 9 am from your hotel and you should be back around 2 PM
- Consideration: Make easy take an comfortable clothes, camara, all our guide recommendation.
The Uros, creators of the floating islands, are descended from an ancient land according to legend. They are “Pukinas” who speak Uro or Pukina and believe they are the owners of the lake and the water. They also call themselves “Lupihaques” (Children of the Sun). Today, the Uros do not speak the Uro language, nor do they practice their ancient beliefs, but they maintain some old customs.
It is an almost circular island with an average diameter of 3.4 km. It covers an area of 9.28 km², making it the largest island in the Peruvian part of the lake (and the second largest in relation to the entire lake, as the largest is Isla del Sol, with an area of 14.5 km²). Its maximum height, at the summit of Mount Llacastiti, is 4150 m above sea level, that is, 340 m above the lake level -3810 m above sea level.
Itinerary:
Visit Titicaca Lake, Urus and Amantani islands begins first you will be pick up you from the bus station (06:30 am), and then transfer to the port of Puno where Lake Titicaca is located, the highest navigable lake in the world. At this point you will board a boat to first visit the Floating Island of Los Uros which is made of reeds, here the tour guide will give an explanation about the history of the island and its economic system, and will also appreciate the customs of this island and its crafts. After, you will go to Amantani Island on a 3-hour trip through the waters of Lake Titicaca, during the trip you will observe a great variety of scenic beauty, as well as the chain of mountains that belong to the Andes mountain range. In the main port of Amantani, a family from the community will welcome you into their home to show you their daily life and customs, providing you with accommodation, food (lunch) and company. During the afternoon you will have the option of going hiking to one of the sacred mountains known as Pacha Tata. At night and after dinner, you can rest
Overview:
- Tour Location: Puno city, Peru
- Tour Type: full Day tour by boat / hike
- Start/End Time: Pickup is at 9 am of your location / returning to your house where you will stay!
- Consideration: Please remember take important items, like camara clothes etc.
Taquile Island was part of the Inca Empire, and some archaeological remains can still be seen. This island was one of the last Inca sites to surrender to the Spanish in the 16th century. It was later seized in the name of Emperor Charles V and eventually came under the control of Pedro Gonzales de Taquila, from whose surname the island derives its name. The Spanish prohibited traditional Inca clothing, so the islanders had to adopt the peasant attire they still wear today. In 1922, it served as a temporary place of exile for then-Major Luis Miguel Sánchez Cerro, who would become President of Peru in 1931.
Itinerary:
Today – After a delicious typical breakfast, the trip will continue to the next island of Taquile aboard a boat. The trip will take 1 hour; arriving at the island we will have the opportunity to meet the inhabitants of this area who are very collaborative and well organized. In addition, this community has demonstrated its high degree of advancement in Textile Industry, even receiving its recognition award from UNESCO. It should be noted that the spinning and weaving of these textiles is done mainly by men, starting at the age of eight. Life in Taquile is still largely unchanged by modernity. At noon you will enjoy a delicious lunch. Finally, the guide will inform you of the return time, arriving at 5:00 p.m. in the city of Puno.
Once arrive to Puno we will take to center of Puno in order to splore a Little be of Puno city and then we will go directly to the bus station take overnight bus way back to Cusco organize by the company where at 5woulb be the last time in order say – hasta la vista baby (good bye).
Overview:
- Tour Location: Puno City, Peru
- Tour Type: Day tour / by boat – Hike
- Start/End Time: Pick up is at 6:30 am from your house and you should be back around 3 pm to Puno city the second Day
- Consideration: Please remember to take the most importan details comfortable, clothes, camera others personal items
Connecting from puno to la paz Bolivia is one the closer way in order to arrive to salar the uyuni and also one the most cheaps and perfect way to get this natural wonder of uyuni.
Itinerary:
Once we have visited our Lake Titicaca trip, we will continue by bus to La Paz – Bolivia. Once we arrived, we will start the tour with lunch and then we will explore the city – La Paz, visiting some important sites and then in the afternoon we will have dinner and then we will go to the bus station in order take our overnight bus travel to Uyuni where it will take us approximately 7 to 8 hours to Uyuni night driving and arriving at 5.30 am. Once we arrived. We will go directly to a restaurant to have breakfast, in order to start our Uyuni journey.
Overview:
- Tour Location: Peru – Bolivia
- Tour Type: Travel by bus to la Paz Bolivia – and Salar de Uyuni destination
- Start/End Time: Pick up is at 8 am from your Puno hotel and you should be arriving to la Paz 1 pm and to Uyuni at 5.30 am next day.
- Consideration: Provide you Bolivian visa – passport
On the desolate outskirts of the small town of Uyuni lies the unique Train Cemetery. This singular site is the perfect starting point for one of the most unforgettable journeys you will ever take. Scattered across the desert are rusting train cars, remnants of Bolivia’s railway boom. With its spectacular setting, the Train Cemetery is a photographer’s dream and a must-see before venturing into the otherworldly landscapes of the Salar de Uyuni.
Itinerary:
Once finished our breakfast my partner will come to pick up us to the restaurant – the tour starts at 8:00 am from Uyuni City, heading Train cemetery, consist of dozens of locomotives that used to operate in the early twentieth century, during the time that Uyuni was very important for the mining and railroad activity.
Later we will go to Colchani, located on the border of the Uyuni Salt Flat, where we can watch the people extracting and processing the salt, making blocks for its commercialization, this town is interesting because we can also see houses and lodges made with salt blocks. Entering to the Uyuni Salt Flat, we can see montones de sal (piles of salt), the ojos Del salar (eyes of the Salt Flat), continuing to our salt hotel, due to its infrastructure, equipment is made by salt bricks. Finally, during the night we will have our dinner in same accommodation.
Overview:
- Tour Location: Bolivia – Uyuni / train cementary – colchani – hotel
- Tour Type: Full Day tour – walk in the way
- Start/End Time: Pickup is at 8.00 am from your hotel and you should be arriving to hotel around 5 to 6 pm
- Consideration: Take Bolivian coins mostly they use national coins, take recommendations items.
The Ollague Volcano suffered flank collapse during the Pleistocene and produced a large debris-avalanche deposit which extends westward and separates the Salar de San Martin from the Salar de Ollague salt flats.
Laguna Colorada, or the Red Lagoon, is one of Bolivia’s most jaw-dropping natural wonders, rivaling even the famous Salar de Uyuni. Known for it’s bright red color, and once believed to be the blood of the Gods, the lake is gaining popularity among the local and foreign tourists! Laguna Colorada, Bolivia is located in the southwest corner of the country, in the remote Altiplano region near Chile. Sitting at an altitude of 4,300 meters (14,100 feet) within the Eduardo Avaroa Andean Fauna National Reserve, the Red Lagoon spans an impressive 6,000 hectares.
Itinerary:
The tour starts early at 07.30 am crossing different lagoons with flamingos paradise, and head to Mirador well known because from this point we can see a great distance Ollague Volcano (4,760 m), located in the Bolivia and Chile frontier in the second region of Antofagasta in Chile and in the department of Potosí in Bolivia, with a height of 5870 meters, has a crater 1,250 meters in diameter, continuing our journey we visit the Siloli desert, famous for its rock formations, also visit Laguna colorada (4,278 m), which is the most important region for observing flamingos, is a place of singular interest by the color of its waters, its approximate area is about 60 km2 and the water temperature varies between 10 º C and -10 º C, its red color is because of the fine sediments and pigments of some types of seaweed. Laguna colorada is populated by three flamingo’s species: Chilean, James and Andean, which makes it one of the few places where we can find these birds together sharing nest sites. We will spend the night in a local accommodation.
Overview:
- Tour Location: Bolivia – Uyuni / Ollague Volcano – Colored Lagoon
- Tour Type: Full day tour / walk
- Start/End Time: at 7.00 am from your hotel and you should be finishing around 4 pm
- Consideration: comfortable clothing, passport, camara personal items
Licancabur Volcano is a stratovolcano on the border between Chile and Bolivia, known for its almost perfect conical shape and its height of approximately 5,916 meters above sea level. It is located near San Pedro de Atacama and contains a crater lake. It is a popular destination for mountaineering and is considered a sacred site with Inca ruins at its summit.
Itinerary:
The day starts at 05.00 am in order to take advantage of our visit to the geysers and fumaloras at Sol de mañana, we can see fumaroles emitting water vapors and hot steam, that reach heights of 10 to 50 meters, due to the pressure, we can also appreciate a landscape that dates back us to the times of the formation of earth. We continue with a visit to the hot springs of Polques (28º C to 30 ºC temperature), these waters are famous to cure rheumatism and arthritis, then we go to the Dali valley, well known for the stunning colors and landscapes it presents, heading south from the Eduardo Abaroa Reserve is located laguna verde (green lagoon) named this way because the high magnesium content of its waters, near the lagoon is Lincancabur volcano (5,976 meters). This place looks like a giant esmerald that reaches a singular brightness during the afternoon.
And then return to Uyuni, visiting the Rocks Valley, where it’s possible observe curious forms of giant stones that due to wind and salt shocks, the view is wonderful, it lets our imagination fly finishing the tour we will visited San Cristobal Town. Finally ending in Uyuni town and in the afternoon flying to La Paz airport and then directly to the hotel organize by the company.
Overview:
- Tour Location: Bolivia – Uyuni
- Tour Type: Full day tour / walk
- Start/End Time: Pickup is at 5.00 am from your hotel and you should be ending the trip at 3.30 pm
- Consideration: comfortable clothing, swimwear for the hot spring, camara, others
Included
Lima – Ica – Paracas – Nazca
• Ticket de ingreso a Tacama
• Transporte turístico durante el recorrido
• Hotel 3 estrellas en Ica
• Bus Lima → Ica (Cruz del Sur)
• Guía profesional
• Tour de tubulares y sandboarding con ticket incluido
• Ticket para las Líneas de Nazca
• Sobrevuelo de 30 minutos sobre las Líneas de Nazca (incluye tasas)
• Transporte ida y vuelta Ica ⇄ Nazca
• Ticket de ingreso a la Reserva Nacional de Paracas
• Transfer de terminal Cruz del Sur al hotel en Lima
• Transporte del hotel hacia la Reserva de Paracas
• Bus Paracas → Lima (Cruz del Sur)
Puerto Maldonado – Aventura en la Selva Amazónica
• Ticket aéreo Lima → Puerto Maldonado
• Transfer de llegada al punto de inicio del tour
• Guía profesional en inglés, especialista en selva
• Alimentación completa: desayuno, almuerzo y cena
• Hotel lodge 3 estrellas
• Permiso de ingreso a la Reserva Nacional
• Botas de jebe en época de lluvia
• Transfer de salida al aeropuerto
• Vuelo Puerto Maldonado → Cusco
Cusco – Valle Sagrado – Machu Picchu
• Guía turístico profesional licenciado
• Transporte turístico Full Day
• Entradas: Chinchero, Moray, Salineras y Ollantaytambo
• Hotel 3 estrellas en Cusco
• Bus Aguas Calientes ⇄ Machu Picchu
• Ticket de ingreso a Machu Picchu (Circuito 2)
• Ticket de tren ida y vuelta
• Transporte completo durante las actividades
Laguna Humantay
• Guía profesional licenciado
• Transporte Full Day
• Almuerzo del día
• Ticket de ingreso Laguna Humantay
• 1 desayuno
• Hotel 3 estrellas
Montaña de 7 Colores
• Guía profesional licenciado
• Transporte Full Day
• Almuerzo del día
• Ticket de ingreso Montaña Rainbow
• 1 desayuno
• Hotel 3 estrellas
Lago Titicaca (Uros – Amantani – Taquile)
• Guía profesional licenciado
• Tickets de ingreso a todas las islas
• Transporte privado y bote a Uros, Amantani y Taquile
• Bus nocturno Cusco → Puno
• 1 noche de hospedaje familiar en Amantani
• 2 almuerzos
• 2 desayunos
Bolivia – La Paz – Salar de Uyuni
• Guía profesional licenciado
• Tickets de ingreso a los atractivos
• Bus Puno → La Paz y La Paz → Uyuni
• Snacks durante el recorrido
• Transporte privado
• Alimentación completa: desayuno, almuerzo y cena
• Hotel de sal (categoría 3 estrellas)
• Ticket de ingreso a Inca Wasi
• Ticket del Parque Nacional Eduardo Avaroa
• Conductor profesional especializado
Not Included
- Alcoholic beverages in any destination
- Tips for guides, drivers, or hotel staff (optional)
- Meals not specified in the itinerary
- Personal expenses such as laundry, phone calls, souvenirs, snacks, etc.
- International travel insurance (highly recommended)
- Additional services or activities not listed in the program
- Fees for date changes or rescheduling requested by the traveler
- Airport taxes not included by the airlines
- Additional luggage or overweight fees on domestic flights
- Transfers outside the established schedule
- Entrance tickets not mentioned as included
- Personal hiking gear such as walking sticks, ponchos, or gloves
- Medical expenses or personal medications
- Payments for restrooms, local tolls, or community services during the route
- Expenses caused by delays due to weather, strikes, or force majeure
- Any service not clearly stated in the INCLUDED section
- Carry your original passport with at least 6 months of validity remaining
- Bring comfortable walking shoes and lightweight clothing for warm destinations
- Pack warm layers for high-altitude areas such as Cusco, Rainbow Mountain, and Humantay
- Use sunscreen, sunglasses, and a hat due to strong UV radiation in the Andes
- Stay hydrated throughout the trip to help prevent altitude sickness
- Avoid heavy meals when arriving at high-altitude cities
- Bring a reusable water bottle and small snacks for long travel days
- Pack a rain poncho or waterproof jacket, especially during the rainy season (Nov–Apr)
- Carry insect repellent, especially for the Amazon jungle
- Have cash in local currency for small expenses in remote areas
- Be punctual for all pickups, tours, and transportation schedules
- Inform your guide in advance if you have medical conditions or dietary restrictions
- Bring personal medication for altitude, stomach discomfort, or allergies
- Respect local communities, traditions, and natural environments
- Charge electronic devices every night and carry a portable power bank
- Keep tickets, permits, and important documents in a secure place
- Travel light for excursions; a small daypack is recommended
No previous hiking experience is required. The itinerary includes moderate activities such as Humantay Lake and Rainbow Mountain, but you will be accompanied by professional licensed guides who adapt the pace to the group. Good physical condition is recommended.
The best months are from April to October, during the dry season in the Andes and the Amazon. Travel is still possible year-round, but from November to March you should expect occasional rain.
Yes. The package includes the flight from Lima to Puerto Maldonado and from Puerto Maldonado to Cusco. International flights to/from Lima are not included.
For the Amazon lodge, it is recommended to carry only essential items in a small backpack. Large suitcases can be safely stored at the lodge’s office or hotel before entering the reserve.
Cusco, Rainbow Mountain, and Humantay Lake are high-altitude destinations. Most travelers adapt well by staying hydrated, avoiding heavy meals, and resting on the first day. Your guide will assist you if you experience any symptoms.
Travel insurance is not mandatory but highly recommended. It helps cover medical needs, delays, cancellations, or lost luggage during a multi-destination itinerary like this one.
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Posted on Bowen OVerified Recomiendo Sara y Machulas Journey. Mi guía, Sara, es muy paciente, conocedora y divertida. Ella fue muy comprensiva con todos en nuestro grupo y se aseguró de que todas nuestras solicitudes fueran atendidas. Por ejemplo, cuidó a una persona que tenía problemas estomacales: le proporcionó sales de hidratación, se aseguró de que tuviera comidas alternativas y permaneció con ellas durante todo el viaje. También le encanta bromear con todos, incluyendo el grupo, chefs y porteadores, lo que hizo que la experiencia fuera muy memorable y divertida. También evaluó bien nuestras habilidades grupales y manejó las expectativas a lo largo de todo el año. Recomiendo Sara y Machulas Journey.Posted on Caitlyn KVerified Inka Trail 4d/3n con Sara Sara una guía increíble. Ella es increíblemente conocedora de la historia, la naturaleza, la cultura y más, y respondió a todas las preguntas que hicimos. Además de eso, era amable, comprensiva y muy divertida. 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Caminar por el sendero con Sara fue súper. Sara es una guía muy conocedora - ha crecido a lo largo del sendero, caminado por el sendero cientos de veces, y después de haber estudiado historia, fue una gran fuente de información y orientación en el sendero. Sara gestionó todo el grupo súper bien - nosotros los visitantes y el equipo de apoyo: gestión de horarios, coordinación de actividades y gestión del grupo de senderismo según las habilidades de cada excursionista. Sara claramente es muy popular en el sendero también - por lo que muchos de los lugareños parecían conocerla. También es divertida y llena de bromas. Los niños disfrutaron mucho caminando con Sara. ¡Recomiendo Sara como guía para tu caminata por el sendero Inca!Posted on nickfellowVerified Notable ruta fuera de la red a Machu Picchu Este tour único “Salkantay Plus” fue una experiencia extremadamente memorable. La caminata es físicamente exigente, pero el resultado es altamente gratificante. 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Posted on Michael STrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. It was a pleasure having David as our guide through Machu Picchu. He was very attentive and funny. There was a lot we learned from this once and a life time trip, and we were very fortunate to have David lead us.Posted on Logan HartrumTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. The tour guide made this trip. I would say that Aydee is the best guide in all of Peru. Truly an incredible experience because of her and the poters. Machu Picchu would not have been the same. Ayden really gave us the energy to wake up everyday exited for the new journeys .Posted on Kainoa HartrumTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Aydee was the best!! Best tour guide EVER! I not only had a great time on the hike, but I learned a lot as well. Aydee was kind, helpful, and externally knowledgeable about everything along the trail. 1000% recommend.Posted on Aaron SpringerTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Beste tour wij ooit hebben gedaan dankzij Aydee!Posted on Jessica CalvanoTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. If you are looking for a custom trip then look no further! We went with Machulas Journey for a truly customized trip and it was Epic! I will return soon to enjoy so much more of Peru!Posted on Diana PervanTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. David and his staff were AMAZING!!!Posted on Matt MTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. AMAZING. Thank you David for the best trip of my life. Would highly recommend to anyone wanting to see this great place.Posted on Joey DeeganTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. David was an amazing guide! We had a great time.