South America tour through the Andes of Peru, Bolivia and Chile. 15 Days

Day 1: Arrival in Lima – Colonial and Modern Lima City Tour

How exciting it is to arrive in Lima! Our team will greet you at Jorge Chávez Airport and take you to your hotel.
Between 9:15 and 9:45, or between 2:15 and 2:45, you will be picked up from your hotel.

First, we will take a panoramic tour of the enigmatic Huaca Pucllana, where the ancient ruins transport us back to the days of the Ichma culture and Lima. Then, we will cross the olive groves of San Isidro, Lince, and Cercado, enjoying views of the Palace of Justice, the historic Lima Art Museum, and the vibrant Plaza San Martín.
At the Plaza de Armas, we will immerse ourselves in history by exploring the Cathedral, the Government Palace, and the Municipal Palace.

We will visit the Convent of Santo Domingo, where the relics of three Peruvian saints are preserved: Saint Rose of Lima, Saint Martin de Porres, and Saint John Macias.
Finally, we will end the day with a spectacular view of Parque del Amor, Larcomar, and the Pacific Ocean. As the Lima sunset paints the sky, we will feel the sea breeze and the beauty of the city before returning to the hotel.
Overnight in Lima.

Day 2: Lima – Paracas: Ballestas Islands, Ica city tour, Huacachina dunes – Nazca

5:00 AM: We depart for Paracas Bay. Upon arrival, we head to El Chaco port to board a boat that will take us to the impressive Ballestas Islands. During the 1-hour and 30-minute trip, nature surprises us with the mysterious “Candelabro” and an incredible diversity of marine fauna: seals, sea lions, Humboldt penguins, and guano birds that shine in a wonderful natural spectacle. Back at the dock, we enjoy free time to stroll around the bay, purchase unique handicrafts, or savor typical local sweets and ice cream.
Ica: We continue the tour to a traditional winery, where we will learn about the fascinating process of wine and pisco production. Tasting these artisanal products is a true delight for the palate, and we’ll also have time to take photos and go shopping. We’ll have time to enjoy Ica cuisine in a tourist restaurant (lunch is not included; each traveler can choose what they want to try).
Huacachina Oasis: In the afternoon, we arrive at this oasis in the middle of the desert, surrounded by high dunes and legends. We climb aboard the tubular tubes, also known as sand cars, and experience an adrenaline-filled adventure for 40 minutes. For the bravest, sandboarding offers an extra dose of excitement. The views from the top of the dunes are simply breathtaking!
Nazca: We’ll then board a bus to Nazca. Upon arrival, our team will greet you at the bus station and take you to your hotel, where a well-deserved rest awaits you after a day full of excitement and discovery.
Overnight stay in Nazca.

Day 3: Nazca Lines Overflight – Lima

Breakfast at the hotel: We begin the day with a delicious breakfast, refueling for the adventure that awaits us. 9:00 AM: (Reference: Please coordinate with the team) We are picked up at the hotel. Today is the day to discover the enigmatic Nazca Lines! We board our small planes, filled with excitement, to fly over and admire the famous figures such as the Spider, the Hummingbird, and the Monkey from the sky.

The view from above is simply breathtaking, a mystery that has fascinated humanity for centuries. After the overflight, we head to the Nazca bus station for our return trip to Lima. 9:30 PM: Upon arrival in Lima, our team will be waiting to take us to the hotel, where we can rest and reflect on the day’s incredible experiences.
Overnight in Lima

Day 4: Lima – Cusco

Transfer to the airport for the magical city of Cusco. Upon arrival, our team will greet you with a warm welcome and transfer you to your chosen hotel.
Overnight in Cusco.

Day 5: Sacred Valley – Machu Picchu – Aguas Calientes, Cusco

Travel to the town of Aguas Calientes, located at the foot of Machu Picchu, discovered in 1911 by the American explorer Hiram Bingham. Arrival. Upon arrival in Aguas Calientes, we will ascend to the “Lost City of the Incas and one of the New 7 Wonders of the World” on a 25-minute bus ride, winding up the hillside. We will explore the ruins for approximately 3 hours.

Our guide will explain the astonishing level of technology achieved by the builders of this incredible work and their exacting precision in the solid stone constructions, the water supply channels that reveal profound knowledge of hydraulics, the stairways carved into the living stone of the mountain, and the Intihuatana, “the highest point of the Sun,” which served as a solar calendar, regulating sowing and harvesting.

These are tangible and concrete expressions of the profound knowledge and technological advancement of the Inca Empire. All these constructions, along with the Temple of the Sun, the Royal Tomb, the Priest’s House, the Inca Baths, and the Temple of the Three Windows, allow us to go back in time and, with the help of our guide, relive the life of those truly admirable builders. Return by train to Cusco

Day 6: Cusco Rainbow Mountain Raqchi

Today we will depart for Rainbow Mountain. During this tour, we will appreciate the landscape and stop along the way for breakfast. We will arrive at the intersection at the end of the asphalt road and continue on our way to Rainbow Mountain.

Our transport will take us to an altitude of 4,700 meters above sea level. We will hike up Vinicunca Mountain at over 5,000 meters above sea level. This day is special because we will be able to appreciate this wonder that nature offers us. We will return to Raqchi, where the community members will be waiting for us to stay in their homes in the village.

Day 7: Raqchi – LLachon

Today, after a good rest, we’ll have breakfast and then begin a visit to the spectacular Raqchi temple, built by the Inca Pachacutec and dedicated to the great Inca god Wiracocha. During the journey to LLachon, we’ll pass through the Raya, the departmental border between Puno and Cusco.

It offers spectacular views of the mountains reflected in its calm waters. We continue to the beautiful town of Pucará. If we have time, we’ll also visit the archaeological complex of Pucará. We’ll arrive in Llachon.
Overnight in a very basic hotel or guesthouse.

Day 8: LLachon – Lake Titicaca (Uros and Taquile Island) – Puno

Today we will take a traditional boat to sail the cold waters of Lake Titicaca (15-passenger boat). We will enjoy wonderful views of the lake, known as “The highest navigable lake in the world.” We will visit some of the floating islands (Uros), where locals still practice their traditional culture. We will return to Puno.
Overnight at the hotel.

Day 9: Puno – Copacabana – La Paz

After breakfast, we’ll head to the bus terminal to board the tourist bus that will take us to La Paz, Bolivia. We’ll continue to the Bolivian border, bid farewell to Peru, and continue on to La Paz. Along the way, we’ll visit Copacabana (a charming region on the shores of Lake Titicaca, located at an altitude of 3,841 meters above sea level and 155 km from La Paz). We’ll have dinner and spend the night in La Paz to prepare for the following morning’s activities.

Day 10: La Paz – Moon Valley

Tour to Moon Valley, a stunning site with reddish rock formations. We’ll also go shopping at the witches’ market. Optional bike tour to Coroico, a full-day trip from 4,700 to 1,300 meters above sea level (biking is less dangerous).

Day 11: La Paz – Uyuni Salt Flats – Tunupa Volcano – Jirira

We will fly from La Paz to Uyuni. After arriving in Uyuni, we will begin our tour. We will embark on our 4×4 vehicles toward one of the natural wonders of the world, the Uyuni Salt Flats. As if a painter had drawn the place in his frenzy, shapes and colors blend together, creating a spectacular landscape. With surreal landscapes, it is so intense that at times it seems as if there were a mirror between heaven and earth.

This salt flat is the largest in the world, measuring 170 kilometers long and 130 kilometers wide, with a layer of salt up to seven meters deep. In Colchani, on the north side of the lake, we will observe the salt extraction, and our day will culminate with a view of the incredible Tunupa Volcano, 5,432 meters high, from the town of Jirira (we will not access the summit).
Overnight in a basic local hotel.

Day 12: Jirira – Fish Island – San Juan de Lipez

After breakfast, we’ll visit the foothills of Tunupa Volcano in our 4×4 for a half-hour hike (we won’t reach the summit). We’ll visit a cave that houses the Tunupa mummy. We’ll travel to the center of the salt flat, where we’ll visit the famous fish island, called Inkawasi.

It’s home to cacti that grow up to 10 meters tall. The indigenous Aymara people of the area name it for its elongated shape, resembling a fish. During the rainy season, when the salt flat floods with water, this image becomes a reality.

Along the way, we’ll enjoy unforgettable panoramic views. We’ll leave the island and continue our journey to Villa Candelaria, where we’ll spend the night. Accommodation.

Night in a basic local hotel.

Day 13: Chuivica – Laguna Colorada

We continue our journey, appreciating the stunning panoramas of the Altiplano, such as the twisted eroded formations of the Bosque de Piedra, the active Ollagüe Volcano, and a variety of lagoons where we will observe flamingos and other wildlife. We will spend the night near Laguna Colorada, at 4,300 meters. Basic accommodations.

Day 14: Laguna Colorada – San Pedro de Atacama, Chile

Today we head to San Pedro de Atacama, Chile, visiting the “Sol de la Mañana” geysers at 5,000 meters, hot springs, and more lagoons before reaching the Chilean border. Just before lunch, we’ll arrive in San Pedro de Atacama, an oasis in the middle of the driest desert in the world, where we can relax.
Overnight in a local hotel

Day 15: San Pedro de Atacama – Calama – Santiago de Chile

We’ll depart early to catch a flight from Calama (100 kilometers away) to Santiago de Chile. From there, the international flight departs for the city of origin.
Overnight flight

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