This 6-day tour takes you through the high altitude wonders of Peru and Bolivia. Starting in Cuzco, explore the treasures of the ancient city before visiting the legendary Machu Picchu. Continue your adventure with a scenic coach journey to Puno and the shores of Lake Titicaca. Cross into Bolivia to explore the lake’s mystical islands and end your journey at Salar de Uyuni, an otherworldly place where vast salt flats stretch endlessly under the sky. This trip combines cultural heritage with stunning natural landscapes for a once-in-a-lifetime experience.
Upon arrival at Cusco’s international airport, you will be greeted by our personnel and transferred to your hotel. Spend the rest of the day at leisure, allowing time to adjust to the altitude. Stroll around the historic streets of Cusco or simply relax. Overnight in Cusco.
After breakfast, transfer to Poroy Station and board the Vistadome train for a scenic 3.5-hour journey to Aguas Calientes. Upon arrival, your guide will meet you and accompany you by bus to the famous Machu Picchu ruins. Spend two hours exploring this ancient Incan city with a private guide. In the afternoon, return to Cusco by train and transfer to your hotel. Overnight in Cusco.
Enjoy breakfast at your hotel before transferring to the station for a full-day bus ride to Puno. Along the way, visit several historical sites including the Andahuaylillas Chapel, Raqchi ruins, and the Pukara Museum. A buffet lunch will be served at Sicuani. Arrive in Puno in the late afternoon, where you will be transferred to your hotel. Overnight in Puno.
After breakfast, depart for Copacabana on a scenic 3-hour drive along the shores of Lake Titicaca. Cross the Peruvian-Bolivian border at Kasani before visiting the village of Copacabana and its famous Church of the Virgin. Then, board a private motorboat to visit the Temple of the Sun Virgins on Moon Island and the Pilkokaina ruins on Sun Island. After a short hike, enjoy lunch before returning by boat to Copacabana. Transfer to La Paz for your overnight stay.
Start your day with a flight from La Paz to Uyuni. Upon arrival, embark on a full-day exploration of the surreal Salar de Uyuni. Visit the famous train cemetery, the cactus-filled Incahuasi Island, the natural salt formations called “salt eyes,” and the traditional salt-processing community of Colchani. Enjoy lunch amid the stunning landscapes. In the evening, return to your hotel for dinner. Overnight in Colchani.
After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your flight back to La Paz, where you can continue your onward journey or catch a connecting flight home. This marks the end of your Andean adventure.
It’s essential to allow your body time to acclimatize. Drink plenty of water, avoid heavy meals, and take it easy for the first few days. Many hotels offer coca tea, which helps alleviate altitude sickness.
You are allowed to bring one small bag or backpack with a maximum weight of 5kg (11lbs). Your larger luggage will remain at your hotel in Cusco.
The dry season (May to November) offers clear views and endless white salt flats, while the wet season (December to April) creates a mirror-like effect, reflecting the sky. Both times of year offer unique experiences.
