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Tour
In Search of the Temples of the Sun in Peru and Bolivia

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This 13-day journey will offer incredible experiences as it combines the cultural and natural richness of Peru and Bolivia. Starting in Cusco and the Inca city of Machu Picchu, we will then explore Lake Titicaca before crossing into Bolivia, where we will discover its deserts and vibrant-colored lakes. A unique experience blending history and breathtaking landscapes.

Short Itinerary - Peru and Bolivia

  • Day 01: International Flight - Arrival in Lima
  • Day 02: Lima - Cusco
  • Day 03: Cusco - Pisac - Ollantaytambo - Aguas Calientes
  • Day 04: Aguas Calientes - Machu Picchu - Poroy - Cusco
  • Day 05: Cusco - Raqchi - La Raya - Puno
  • Day 06: Puno - Kasani - Lake Titicaca, Sun Island / Yumani
  • Day 07: Yumani - Copacabana - Pilkoaina “Temple of the Sun” - La Paz
  • Day 08: City Tour of La Paz
  • Day 09: La Paz - Uyuni - Uyuni Salt Flats - Incahuasi - San Juan
  • Day 10: San Juan - Jewel Route - Red Lagoon (Laguna Colorada)
  • Day 11: Red Lagoon - Green Lagoon - Uyuni - La Paz
  • Day 12: La Paz - Tiwanaku - Desaguadero - Puno
  • Day 13: Departure from Puno - Lima - International Flight

Summary
DEL ITINERARIO

DAY 1

INTERNATIONAL FLIGHT - ARRIVAL IN LIMA

Lima stands out for its architecture, plazas, museums, and gastronomy. Upon arrival, our team will welcome you at the airport and take you to your hotel.

Lima (150 m)

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DAY 2

LIMA - CUSCO

Depending on your flight schedule, you will be transferred to the airport to take your flight to Cusco, where you will be welcomed and taken to your hotel. We will visit Cusco Cathedral and Qoricancha, the ancient Temple of the Sun, followed by the sites of Tambomachay, Puca Pucara, Q'enqo, and Sacsayhuamán.

Upon returning, you can choose to stroll through the streets and explore the center of Cusco.

Lima (150 m) - Cusco (3,350 m) - Sacsayhuamán (3,700 m) - Cusco

centro Arqueologico choquequirao
DAY 3

CUSCO - PISAC - OLLANTAYTAMBO - AGUAS CALIENTES

On this day, we will explore the Sacred Valley of the Incas, starting in Pisac with its citadel and traditional market. Then, we will enjoy a stop in Urubamba before continuing to Ollantaytambo, known for its fortress and the Temple of the Sun.

At the end of the day, we will take the train to Aguas Calientes and head to the hotel.

Cusco (3,350 m) - Pisac (2,950 m) - Ollantaytambo (2,800 m) - Aguas Calientes (2,000 m)

 
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DAY 4

AGUAS CALIENTES - MACHU PICCHU - OLLANTAYTAMBO - CUSCO

After breakfast, we will take a 20-minute bus ride to Machu Picchu, one of the wonders of the world. During our two-hour guided tour, we will admire its structures and agricultural areas, with free time to continue exploring, including the option to hike Huayna Picchu.

In the afternoon, we will return to Aguas Calientes, take the train to Ollantaytambo, and then transfer to our hotel in Cusco.

Aguas Calientes (2,000 m) - Machu Picchu (2,400 m) - Poroy (3,500 m) - Cusco (3,350 m)

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DAY 5

CUSCO - RAQCHI - LA RAYA - PUNO

We will leave early for Puno, starting with a visit to the Church of San Pedro in Andahuaylillas, known as the "Sistine Chapel" of South America. Next, we will explore the archaeological center of Raqchi, an Inca sanctuary dedicated to Wiracocha, and pass through the camelid center at La Raya.

We will make a stop in Pucará, famous for its Pucará bulls, before arriving in Puno, where we will be transferred to our hotel.

Cusco (3,350 m) - Raqchi (3,400 m) - La Raya (4,330 m) - Puno (3,850 m)

 
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DAY 6

CUSCO - KASANI - LAKE TITICACA - SUN ISLAND - YUMANI

In the morning, we will cross into Bolivia, passing through the Kasani border, and then take a boat from Copacabana to Sun Island. Upon arrival, we will walk to the community of Yumani to enjoy panoramic views of Lake Titicaca.

Next, we will visit the home of Ismael and María, where we will be warmly welcomed and enjoy a beautiful sunset over the lake with the Royal Mountain Range in the background.

Puno (3,850 m) - Kasani (3,865 m) - Lake Titicaca (3,812 m) - Sun Island (3,955 m) - Yumani (4,075 m)

 
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DAY 7

YUMANI - COPACABANA - PILKOAINA “TEMPLE OF THE SUN” - LA PAZ

In the morning, we will visit the “Inca Fountains” and then descend on foot to take a boat to the Pilkokaina Temple, dedicated to the Sun God. From there, we will enjoy panoramic views of Moon Island and its temple.

After exploring the island, we will return to Copacabana and travel by bus to La Paz in the afternoon.

Yumani (4,075 m) - Pilkokaina (3,851 m) - Copacabana (3,841 m) - La Paz (3,640 m)

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DAY 8

CITY TOUR OF LA PAZ

This day, we will explore La Paz, starting with the Valley of the Moon, where we will admire its natural formations. Next, we will visit Plaza Murillo and the Gold Museum, which houses a collection of coins from the Tiwanaku era.

Finally, we will explore the "Witches' Market," where items such as plants and objects for offerings are sold, before returning to the hotel to rest.

La Paz (3,640 m) - Valley of the Moon (2,500 m) - La Paz

 
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DAY 9

LA PAZ - UYUNI - UYUNI SALT FLATS - INCAHUASI - SAN JUAN

In the morning, you will be transferred to the airport to take your flight to Uyuni, where we will pick you up upon arrival. We will then begin the adventure by visiting the Uyuni Salt Flats, reaching Incahuasi Island, known for its giant cacti and stromatolites.

In the afternoon, we will arrive at the San Juan refuge to spend the night. The day’s journey will last approximately 6 to 7 hours.

La Paz (3,640 m) - Uyuni Salt Flats (3,650 m) - Incahuasi (3,822 m) - San Juan

 
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DAY 10

SAN JUAN - JEWEL ROUTE - RED LAGOON

On our journey, we will approach the border with Chile, passing through the Jewel Route and the Cañapa, Hedionda, Honda, and Ramaditas lagoons, sanctuaries for flamingos. Then, we will observe the active Ollague Volcano, home to one of the highest sulfur mines in the world.

We will continue through the Siloli Desert, stopping at the “Stone Tree,” and enjoying stunning views of snow-capped volcanoes. By sunset, we will arrive at the Red Lagoon (Laguna Colorada), whose vibrant tones glow under the sun.

We will conclude the day at the Huayllajara refuge, after a 6 to 7-hour journey.

San Juan - Jewel Route (4,100 m) - Ollague (5,865 m) - Red Lagoon (4,278 m) - Huayllajara

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DAY 11

RED LAGOON - GREEN LAGOON - UYUNI - LA PAZ

After breakfast, we will return to the Red Lagoon (Laguna Colorada), famous for its unique colors caused by "Artemia" crustaceans and flamingos. Next, we will explore the “Sol de Mañana” geysers and the Polques hot springs in the Dalí Desert, where you can enjoy a relaxing bath.

We will then continue to the Green and White Lagoons, located near the Juriques and Licancabur volcanoes. After a 6 to 7-hour journey, we will return to Uyuni.

In the evening, we will take you to the airport for your flight to La Paz, where you will be welcomed and transferred to your hotel.

La Paz (3,640 m)

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DAY 12

LA PAZ - TIAHUANACO - DESAGUADERO - PUNO

In the morning, we will visit the archaeological complex of Tiwanaku with a guide who will help us better understand the history of pre-Columbian cultures. Afterward, we will head to Desaguadero, located at the border between Peru and Bolivia.

Once the immigration procedures are complete, our team will pick you up and transfer you to Puno.

La Paz (3,640 m) - Tiwanaku (3,885 m) - Desaguadero (3,827 m) - Puno (3,825 m)

 
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DAY 13

DEPARTURE FROM PUNO - LIMA - INTERNATIONAL FLIGHT

On this day, we will pick you up from your hotel and transfer you to Juliaca Airport, where you will take a flight to Lima to connect with your international flight back home.

Private transfer from hotel to airport (in Puno)

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¿Que incluye
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What's included?

  • Accommodation in 3* hotels (according to local classification) with breakfast included**
  • Meals mentioned in the program
  • Private or shared ground transportation, as specified in the program
  • Assistance at Cusco airport
  • All entry tickets for the sites mentioned in the program
  • Admission to the Machu Picchu Historical Sanctuary
  • Professional tour guides for all scheduled visits
  • Shared and private excursions, as specified in the program
  • Round-trip tourist train to Aguas Calientes (Machu Picchu)
  • Round-trip tourist bus to Machu Picchu
  • Domestic flights:
    • Lima - Cusco (Peru)
    • La Paz - Uyuni (Bolivia)
    • Uyuni - La Paz (Bolivia)
    • Juliaca - Lima (Peru)

What's not included?

  • International flights
  • Insurance
  • Lunches and dinners not mentioned in the program
  • Beverages
  • Tips
  • Single supplement: please inquire
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