Lima to La Paz

Journey 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 lush jungles and exotic wildlife of the Amazon, the mysterious Inca ruins of the highlands and the vast expanses of Lake Titicaca and the Salar de Uyuni, discover the highlights of this fascinating part of South America.

Itinerary / Highlights

Day 1 Lima
Wander around the historic centre then maybe venture into the eerie underground catacombs.

Days 2-3 Amazon Jungle
Learn about the region's exotic plants and animals while exploring the jungle with a local guide.

Day 4 Cuzco
History is alive in Cuzco, where the stone-walled city streets date from Inca times.

Day 5 Sacred Valley/ Ollantaytambo
Visit ancient ruins on a journey through this agricultural region.

Days 6-9 Inca Trail/ Machu Picchu
Limber up for the trek of a lifetime on the challenging and visually stunning Inca Trail. Be richly rewarded with views of Machu Picchu, and grab the chance to explore these incredible ruins.

Day 10 Cuzco
Head over to the central market to browse the stalls alongside the Quechua-speaking descendents of the Inca.

Days 11-12 Puno/ Lake Titicaca
Travel through the dramatic high altiplano to Puno on the shores of Lake Titicaca. Cruise this massive inland sea and learn about the region's unique cultures.

Days 13-15 La Paz
Stop in at Copacabana, home to a Moorish-style cathedral, and then head to La Paz, a fascinating city that feels like it's at the top of the world.

Days 16-17 Sucre
Spend time wandering amid whitewashed colonial buildings in Bolivia's official capital.

Days 18-19 Potosi
Unravel the turbulent past of what was once the world's richest city.

Days 20-23 Uyuni/ Salar de Uyuni
Explore these strange and stunning landscapes by 4x4, discovering salt plains, volcanoes and geysers along the way.

Days 24-25 La Paz
Scour the Witches Market for unusual trinkets and a host of curious sights.

Other Details

Accommodation Details

Simple hotels (18nts), jungle lodge (2 nts), camping (3 nts), overnight coach/train (1 nt)