From US$3247 per person (2-star hotel, triple room), up to US$4365 per person (5-star hotel, single room). Prices are per person in US dollars and depend on hotel category and room occupancy.
Peru Bolivia 13 Days
- Heart of the Incan Empire: Tour the mysterious cobblestone streets of Cusco, the sacred Qorikancha sun temple, and the massive fort of Sacsayhuamán.
- Sacred Valley & Machu Picchu: Explore the stunning ruins of Pisac and Ollantaytambo before discovering the world wonder with guaranteed entry permits.
- Binational Lake Titicaca cruise: Voyage through the unique floating islands of Uros and Taquile from Puno, crossing over to Copacabana and the mystical Sun Island.
- La Paz highlights & Tiwanaku: View the unique Bolivian metropolis from high-flying urban cable cars and tour the pre-Incan stone mysteries of Tiwanaku.
A *deep journey* through the most emblematic landscapes, cultures and memories of the Andean world. You will travel through the historic cities of Peru, the temples and fortresses of the ancient **Inca Empire**, the sacred waters of **Lake Titicaca** and the impressive highland scenarios of **Bolivia**.
From the colonial elegance of **Lima** to the ancestral energy of **Cusco**, passing through the eternal wonder of **Machu Picchu**, the mineral colors of the **Rainbow Mountain**, the immensity of **Lake Titicaca**, the fascinating **La Paz** and the infinite white of the **Uyuni Salt Flat**, each destination reveals an essential part of this millenary land. A journey designed for those who wish to explore *living history*, *spirituality* and *nature in its maximum expression*.
At a glance
- Days: 13
- Highest point: 5100 m
- Price: From US$3247 per person
Itinerary
Day 1: Welcome to Lima
Altitude: 154 m · Meals: None · Overnight: Lima (154 m)
Upon arriving at the ***Jorge Chávez International Airport*** in ***Lima***, our representative will be waiting for you in the arrivals area with a sign bearing your name to give you a warm welcome. From that moment, your experience will begin with a safe, comfortable and fully organized service.
You will then be transferred in a tourist vehicle to your ***hotel***, where you can check in and rest before starting the planned activities. Our team will be available to assist you and ensure that the beginning of your trip is a pleasant and worry-free experience.
Day 2: Lima, City Tour of the City of Kings
Altitude: 154 m · Meals: None · Overnight: Lima (154 m)
After breakfast, 08:50 hrs, we will begin the Lima City Tour, first exploring the elegant modern area of the capital. We will tour the exclusive district of Miraflores, where we will visit the romantic Parque del Amor (Love Park) and Larcomar, a modern complex built on the cliffs with impressive views of the Pacific Ocean. Afterward we will take in a panoramic view of Huaca Pucllana, an important pre-Inca ceremonial center that reveals the legacy of the ancient Lima culture in the heart of the city.
The experience will continue in the Historic Center of Lima, declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO, where we will discover magnificent colonial buildings and monuments that tell the story of the former Viceroyalty of Peru. We will visit the Convent of San Francisco and its famous Catacombs, as well as the Plaza Mayor, the Cathedral of Lima, the Government Palace, the Archbishop's Palace, the Plaza San Martín, and the historic Casa Aliaga, creating an experience that combines history, architecture, and culture in one of South America's most fascinating cities. Duration approximately 4 hours.
Day 3: Flight Lima, Cusco | Cusco City Tour
Altitude: 154 a 3800 m · Meals: None · Overnight: Cusco (3400 m)
In the morning we will transfer you to the airport to board your flight to Cusco, the ancient capital of the Inca Empire and one of the most important cultural destinations in the Americas. After arriving at more than 3,400 m a.s.l., you will have time to acclimatize before beginning a tour of a city where Inca and colonial architecture coexist in perfect harmony, creating a unique setting declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO.
In the afternoon, 13 hrs, we will begin the Cusco City Tour, visiting the impressive Qoricancha, the ancient Temple of the Sun and main religious sanctuary of the Tahuantinsuyo. We will continue to the monumental fortresses of Sacsayhuamán, Qenqo, Puka Pukara, and Tambomachay, extraordinary examples of Inca engineering and worldview. 18:30 hrs We will finish near the Plaza de Armas, the historic heart of the city and the ideal spot to enjoy the atmosphere, architecture, and essence of the Andes.
Day 4: Chinchero, Moray, Maras, Ollantaytambo, Machu Picchu Town
Altitude: 2040 a 3762 m · Meals: Buffet lunch · Overnight: Aguas Calientes (2040 m)
After breakfast between 06:20 and 06:50 hrs, we will begin the Sacred Valley of the Incas Tour, one of the most complete and unforgettable experiences in Cusco, Peru. We will discover Chinchero, renowned for its textile traditions and Inca legacy; continue toward the impressive circular terraces of Moray, an ancient agricultural laboratory, and the spectacular Maras Salt Mines, where thousands of salt pools continue to be worked using ancestral techniques passed down from generation to generation.
We will continue to the fascinating complex of ***Moray***, famous for its enigmatic ***circular terraces*** considered an ancient Inca agricultural laboratory, and the impressive ***Maras Salt Mines***, made up of thousands of salt pools harvested since pre-Inca times. At midday we will enjoy a ***buffet lunch*** in ***Urubamba*** before exploring the imposing ***Ollantaytambo Fortress***, one of the best-preserved complexes of the ***Inca Empire***. We will then board the ***tourist train to Aguas Calientes***, a scenic journey through mountains and cloud forests, the perfect setting before visiting ***Machu Picchu***.
Day 5: Machu Picchu Historic Sanctuary, Ollantaytambo, Cusco
Altitude: 2430 a 3400 m · Meals: None · Overnight: Cusco (3400 m)
After a well-deserved rest, the most anticipated moment of the trip arrives: the visit to the majestic ***Machu Picchu***, one of the ***Seven Wonders of the Modern World*** and the most extraordinary legacy of Inca civilization. Very early in the morning we will board the bus that climbs the mountain to the entrance of the historic sanctuary, with the aim of enjoying the enclosure before the arrival of large crowds and witnessing how the dawn light illuminates this impressive setting surrounded by the Andes.
Once inside the citadel, you will take a guided tour of approximately ***two hours*** with a specialist guide, who will explain the history and extraordinary legacy of this jewel declared a ***UNESCO World Cultural and Natural Heritage Site***, exploring its ancient ***temples***, ***squares***, ***agricultural terraces*** and ceremonial enclosures. At the end we will descend by bus to ***Aguas Calientes*** to have lunch and browse local crafts, before boarding the ***tourist train*** back to ***Ollantaytambo***, from where we will comfortably transfer you back to your hotel in ***Cusco***.
Day 6: Route of the Sun, From Cusco to Lake Titicaca Through the Andean Altiplano Landscapes
Altitude: 4630 a 5100 m · Meals: Andean breakfast + Lunch · Overnight: Cusco (3400 m)
After breakfast, 06:30 hrs, we will begin the tour along the famous Route of the Sun, considered one of the most fascinating panoramic routes between Cusco and Puno. During the trip we will discover important archaeological sites such as the Temple of Raqchi, dedicated to the god Wiracocha, and Pukara, the ancient capital of one of the first civilizations of the altiplano. Each stop reveals the historical and cultural richness that characterizes southern Peru.
We will continue through the impressive landscapes of the Andes mountain range until reaching Abra La Raya, the highest point of the route, where we will enjoy spectacular views of the Peruvian altiplano. After a traditional lunch in Sicuani, we will continue our journey to Puno, a city on the shores of the legendary Lake Titicaca, where we will rest surrounded by the tranquility and magic of the Andes. Approximate arrival at 18 hrs
Day 7: Lake Titicaca, Uros Floating Islands and Taquile Andean Community
Altitude: 3400 a 4335 m · Meals: Lunch · Overnight: Puno (3827 m)
After breakfast, at 07:30 hrs we will sail on the majestic Lake Titicaca, the highest navigable lake in the world and one of the most important sacred places of Andean culture. Our first visit will be to the famous Floating Islands of the Uros, built entirely of totora reeds, where we will learn about the traditions, customs, and way of life of a community that has preserved its identity for centuries.
The navigation will continue toward the beautiful island of Taquile, internationally recognized for its extraordinary textiles, declared an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO. We will walk along its trails enjoying spectacular views of the lake while discovering a culture that keeps its ancestral traditions alive, offering an authentic immersion into life on the Peruvian altiplano. We will finish at approximately 16 hrs.
Day 8: Puno to La Paz, A Journey Through the Heart of the Andean Altiplano
Altitude: 3812 a 3950 m · Meals: Traditional Lunch · Overnight: Puno (3830 m)
After breakfast, 06:30 HRS, we will begin our journey from Puno to La Paz, crossing some of the most impressive landscapes of the Andean altiplano. After completing immigration procedures at the border, we will continue along the shore of the majestic Lake Titicaca, enjoying panoramic views, small traditional towns, and natural scenery that reflect the cultural richness shared between Peru and Bolivia.
16 HRS Upon our arrival in La Paz, one of the highest capitals in the world, we will transfer to the hotel to rest. This stage of the trip offers a unique transition between two countries united by the history of the Andean world, allowing you to discover new traditions, impressive mountain landscapes, and an ancestral culture that remains alive in every corner of the Bolivian altiplano.
Day 9: La Paz City Tour, Moon Valley, Cable Car and Overnight Journey to Uyuni
Altitude: 3827 a 4100 m · Meals: Breakfast · Overnight: La Paz (3640 m)
After breakfast, 08:00 hrs, we will begin the La Paz City Tour, one of the most surprising cities in South America, where Andean tradition coexists with vibrant urban life. We will visit the Killi Killi Viewpoint, where we will enjoy spectacular panoramic views of the city and the imposing Illimani Snow-Capped Mountain. We will continue to Plaza Murillo, the historic Jaén Street, the traditional Witches' Market, and the emblematic Church of San Francisco, discovering the history, culture, and spirituality that make the Bolivian capital unique.
In the afternoon we will explore the extraordinary Valley of the Moon, a natural landscape of rock formations sculpted by erosion that seems to belong to another planet. We will end the experience enjoying the famous La Paz Cable Car, considered one of the highest and most spectacular urban transport systems in the world. 22 hrs At nightfall we will board the tourist bus bound for Uyuni, arriving at 06 hrs, crossing the immense Bolivian altiplano toward the largest salt desert on the planet.
Day 10: Arrival in Uyuni, The World's Largest Salt Desert
Altitude: 3640 a 3660 m · Meals: Breakfast · Overnight:
06 hrs Upon our arrival in Uyuni, we will begin exploring the impressive Uyuni Salt Flat, one of the most extraordinary natural landscapes in South America and one of Bolivia's most iconic experiences. Our first stop will be the town of Colchani, where we will learn about the traditional techniques of salt extraction and processing before entering the immense white desert, an endless setting that offers some of the most famous postcard views in the world.
We will continue to the spectacular Incahuasi Island, an oasis of volcanic origin covered by giant centuries-old cacti that rise up in the middle of the salt flat. From its viewpoints we will enjoy unrivaled panoramic views before continuing our route toward San Juan, where we will spend the night surrounded by the silent landscapes of the altiplano, living a unique experience under one of the purest skies in South America.
Day 11: Highland Lagoons, Deserts and Volcanoes, Bolivia's Most Spectacular Landscapes
Altitude: 3650 a 3660 m · Meals: Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner · Overnight: San Juan (3653 m)
Today we will travel one of the most impressive scenic routes of the Bolivian altiplano, crossing high-altitude deserts, volcanoes, rock formations and lagoons of intense colors. We will visit the emblematic Colorada Lagoon, famous for its reddish hues and for being home to thousands of Andean flamingos, making it one of the most photographed natural landscapes in Bolivia.
The adventure will continue toward the spectacular Green Lagoon, located at the foot of the majestic Licancabur Volcano, as well as visiting geothermal fields and natural hot springs that reflect the intense volcanic activity of the region. This journey offers a profound connection with the wild nature of the Andes, revealing unique scenery that remains practically untouched and far from mass tourism.
Day 12: Sol de Mañana Geysers, Return to Uyuni and Flight to La Paz
Altitude: 4200 a 4540 m · Meals: Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner · Overnight: Refugio (4300 m)
04:00 hrs Before dawn we will visit the impressive Sol de Mañana geothermal field, located at more than 4,800 meters of altitude, where fumaroles, geysers, and volcanic pools create one of the most surprising natural spectacles of the Bolivian altiplano. Surrounded by a landscape of volcanic origin, we will discover the force of nature in one of the most remote and fascinating places in South America.
Afterward we will begin the return trip to Uyuni, crossing once again the spectacular mountain landscapes, deserts and high Andean lagoons before boarding our flight bound for La Paz. Upon arrival we will transfer to the hotel to enjoy one last night in the Bolivian capital, remembering the extraordinary experiences lived between Peru and Bolivia.
Day 13: La Paz, Farewell to the Andean World and Return Home
Altitude: 3630 a 4900 m · Meals: Breakfast · Overnight: La Paz (3640 m)
After breakfast you will have free time to enjoy your final moments in La Paz, a city where ancestral culture and modernity coexist among impressive mountains. It will be an excellent opportunity to stroll through artisan markets, pick up souvenirs made by local craftspeople, or simply contemplate the imposing silhouette of the Illimani Snow-Capped Mountain, the natural symbol that dominates the city's skyline.
At the indicated time we will transfer to El Alto International Airport, considered the highest international commercial airport in the world. This concludes an extraordinary journey through Peru and Bolivia, covering legendary destinations such as Machu Picchu, Lake Titicaca, Rainbow Mountain, and the spectacular Uyuni Salt Flat, an experience designed to discover the essence of the Andean world through its history, nature, culture, and unforgettable landscapes.
What is included
- Tickets and Permits Machu Picchu entrance (Circuit 2): It is essential to book months in advance. This classic circuit offers the traditional postcard view from the Guardian's House and covers the upper and lower sections of the citadel.
- High Quality and Safety Service Pre-departure briefing, certified bilingual and experienced official guides, medical kit with oxygen available and 24/7 customer support.
- Accommodation, 13 nights 3 stars
- Meals Includes: 12 breakfasts, 4 lunches.
- Transportation Outbound: Ollantaytambo Aguas Calientes on the Expedition train (standard and comfortable service). Return: Aguas Calientes Ollantaytambo on the Vistadome train (panoramic windows, live show and snack).
- Tourist Transportation Buses up and down to Machu Picchu, and private ground transfers for all tours.
What is not included
- International flights and Lima, Cusco Flights are not included in the package price.
- Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mountain Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mountain, cost US$75.00 per person each (book in advance).
- La Paz Cable Cars (Mi Teleférico) Personal cost approx.: BOB 3.00 per ride.
- Meals Not Included Meals not mentioned in the itinerary
- Personal expenses, tips and travel insurance Personal clothing and gear for hikes. Tips for guides, drivers and service staff (optional but appreciated).
- Possible Additional Costs or Delays Beyond Our Control Landslides, bad weather, itinerary changes for safety reasons, strikes or other unforeseen events.
Frequently asked questions
What is special about the 13-day Peru Bolivia tour?
The 13-day package includes all destinations from the 12-day circuit plus a full Sacred Valley VIP day visiting the Maras salt mines, Moray, and the artisan village of Chinchero. Extra free time in La Paz is also added to explore the Valley of the Moon, the Witches' Market, or the world's highest cable car system.
What is the complete 13-day itinerary?
Days 1-2: Lima (arrival + City Tour). Day 3: Lima-Cusco flight, City Tour. Day 4: Sacred Valley VIP (Maras, Moray, Chinchero). Day 5: Pisac + Ollantaytambo train. Day 6: Machu Picchu + return to Cusco. Day 7: Cusco Puno (panoramic bus). Day 8: Uros Islands + Taquile. Day 9: Puno Copacabana Isla del Sol. Day 10: Isla del Sol La Paz. Day 11: Tiwanaku + La Paz City Tour. Day 12: Free La Paz (Valley of the Moon, Witches' Market). Day 13: La Paz-Lima flight.
What will we see on Taquile Island?
Taquile is inhabited by Quechua communities that maintain textile traditions recognized by UNESCO as Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. Their textiles are made entirely by hand by men and women following ancestral roles. The lake view from the top of Taquile is spectacular. The visit includes a typical lunch with Titicaca trout.
What is the Valley of the Moon in La Paz?
The Valley of the Moon is a geological formation of clay and sandstone eroded by wind and rain, forming spires, towers, and lunar mazes just 10 km from central La Paz. It is a short walk (2-3 hours) that looks like a landscape from another planet. The visit is done during free time in La Paz and transport can be included or done by taxi.
Do I need a visa for Bolivia?
Most Latin American and European countries do not need a visa for Bolivia. US, Canadian, and Australian citizens must obtain the Visa a la Boliviana on arrival (~US$160). Bring passport photos and cash for payment if applicable. Verify updated requirements with the Bolivian consulate before your trip.
What is the altitude in Bolivia?
La Paz center: 3,600 m. El Alto: 4,100 m. Copacabana: 3,841 m. Isla del Sol: up to 4,000 m. Tiwanaku: 3,841 m. Valley of the Moon: ~3,200 m. For this tour you will arrive in Bolivia after spending at least 5-6 days in Cusco (3,400 m), which gives you a good acclimatization base. Continue with plenty of hydration and don't rush when walking.
What is included in the 13-day tour price?
Included: domestic flights Lima-Cusco and La Paz-Lima, all private transfers, hotels with breakfast (3-star), bilingual guide, entrance fees to Machu Picchu, Sacsayhuamán, Tiwanaku, Isla del Sol, and Taquile, Cusco-Aguas Calientes train, Cusco-Puno panoramic bus with lunch, boat to Uros Islands, Taquile, and Isla del Sol, City Tours. International flights and travel insurance not included.
What currency do I need and how to manage money?
In Peru use soles (PEN) or dollars. In Bolivia use bolivianos (BOB) or dollars. Exchange rate is ~6.9 BOB/USD. Credit cards work at main hotels and restaurants, but for markets, tips, and small purchases you will need cash. ATMs in Lima, Cusco, Puno, and La Paz dispense local currency. Carry Visa or Mastercard for wider acceptance.
Can the tour be done in private mode?
Yes, available in private mode from 2 people. In private mode you have an exclusive guide, greater schedule flexibility, and the ability to customize the itinerary. We can also arrange extra nights in any city or add optional excursions like Rainbow Mountain or the Inca Trail. Ask about the price difference between group and private mode.
What is the cancellation policy for the 13-day tour?
30% deposit to confirm; balance due 30 days before departure. Cancellations more than 30 days in advance: full refund minus administrative fees. Between 15-30 days: 50% charge. Less than 15 days: no refund. For this circuit we recommend booking 60-90 days in advance, especially during peak season (June-August and Easter Week).
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