Peru and Bolivia Tour – 9 Days / 8 Nights

Duration

9D / 8N

Accommodation

5 Hotel Nights and 3 Overnight

Difficulty

Easy

Tour Type

Cultural / Adventure

Overview

Discover the best of the Andes on this unforgettable 9-day Peru and Bolivia tour, combining ancient history, living culture and extraordinary natural landscapes. Travel from Cusco to Machu Picchu, cross Lake Titicaca and continue through Bolivia to La Paz and the spectacular Uyuni Salt Flats.

Your journey begins in Cusco, the historic capital of the Inca Empire, where you will explore Qorikancha, Cusco Cathedral, Sacsayhuamán and other important archaeological sites. Continue through the Sacred Valley, visiting Pisac and Ollantaytambo before traveling by train to Aguas Calientes.

Experience a professionally guided visit to Machu Picchu and then travel to Puno to navigate Lake Titicaca. Meet the communities of the Uros and Taquile islands before crossing the border into Bolivia and visiting Copacabana and the legendary Isla del Sol.

The adventure continues in La Paz with a city tour, a cable-car ride and a visit to the Valley of the Moon. Your final major experience is a full-day excursion across the Uyuni Salt Flats, including the Train Cemetery, Colchani and Incahuasi Island.

Tour Highlights

  • Explore Cusco, the former capital of the Inca Empire.
  • Visit Qorikancha, Cusco Cathedral and Sacsayhuamán.
  • Discover Q’enqo, Puca Pucara and Tambomachay.
  • Travel through the Sacred Valley of the Incas.
  • Explore Pisac and the archaeological complex of Ollantaytambo.
  • Enjoy a buffet lunch in Urubamba.
  • Travel by Expedition-class train to Aguas Calientes.
  • Visit Machu Picchu with a professional guide.
  • Navigate Lake Titicaca and visit the Uros and Taquile islands.
  • Cross from Peru into Bolivia through the Andean Altiplano.
  • Explore Copacabana and the sacred Isla del Sol.
  • Discover La Paz, the Valley of the Moon and its cable-car system.
  • Visit the spectacular Uyuni Salt Flats.
  • Explore the Train Cemetery, Colchani and Incahuasi Island.
  • Experience two fascinating South American countries in one complete journey.

Included/Excluded

  • Airport reception and transfer in Cusco
  • Transfers between airports, hotels, bus terminals and train stations
  • Tourist transportation according to the itinerary
  • Professional guides at the attractions included in the program
  • Cusco City Tour
  • Sacred Valley tour
  • Buffet lunch in Urubamba
  • Expedition-class train to Aguas Calientes
  • Hotel accommodation in Aguas Calientes
  • Round-trip bus between Aguas Calientes and Machu Picchu
  • Entrance ticket to Machu Picchu
  • Professional guided tour of Machu Picchu
  • Expedition-class return train
  • Overnight tourist bus from Cusco to Puno
  • Lake Titicaca tour
  • Boat transportation to the Uros and Taquile islands
  • Lunch during the Lake Titicaca excursion
  • Bus transportation from Puno to Copacabana
  • Isla del Sol tour
  • Transportation from Copacabana to La Paz
  • La Paz City Tour
  • Valley of the Moon excursion
  • Cable-car experience in La Paz
  • Overnight tourist bus from La Paz to Uyuni
  • Full-day Uyuni Salt Flats tour
  • Lunch during the Uyuni excursion
  • Overnight tourist bus from Uyuni to La Paz
  • Five nights of hotel accommodation
  • Five breakfasts
  • Permanent assistance during the trip
  • International flights
  • Domestic flights
  • Meals not specified in the itinerary
  • Additional drinks and snacks
  • Travel insurance
  • Visa or border-related expenses, when applicable
  • Personal expenses
  • Optional activities
  • Entrance tickets not specified in the confirmed program
  • Tips for guides, drivers and hotel staff
  • Services not mentioned in the itinerary

Tour Plan

Day 01 Arrival in Cusco and City Tour

Upon arrival at Cusco Airport, our representative will welcome you and transfer you to your hotel. After check-in, you will have time to organize your belongings and prepare for the afternoon excursion.

At approximately 1:35 p.m., the Cusco City Tour will begin with a visit to Qorikancha, the ancient Inca Temple of the Sun. Here, you will observe the remarkable contrast between precisely fitted Inca walls and the colonial Santo Domingo Convent.

The tour continues to Cusco Cathedral, located in the Plaza de Armas and known for its colonial architecture, religious artwork and impressive carved altars.

You will then travel outside the city to visit Sacsayhuamán, Q’enqo, Puca Pucara and Tambomachay. Your guide will explain the history, architectural features and ceremonial importance of each site.

The tour finishes at approximately 6:45 p.m., followed by a return to central Cusco.

Accommodation: Hotel in Cusco

Day 02 Sacred Valley and Train to Aguas Calientes

After breakfast, we will begin the tour through the Sacred Valley of the Incas.

The first major destination will be Pisac, where you will visit its traditional market and archaeological complex. The site features agricultural terraces, ceremonial areas and panoramic views of the valley.

We will continue to Urubamba, where you will enjoy a buffet lunch at a local restaurant.

In the afternoon, we will visit Ollantaytambo, one of the best-preserved Inca towns in Peru. Explore its monumental terraces, temples and impressive stone structures while learning about its strategic importance during the Inca period.

At the scheduled time, you will board an Expedition-class train to Machu Picchu Pueblo, also known as Aguas Calientes. Upon arrival, our representative will assist you with your hotel check-in.

Meals included: Breakfast and buffet lunch
Accommodation: Hotel in Aguas Calientes

Day 03 Machu Picchu and Overnight Bus to Puno

After breakfast, you will take the bus from Aguas Calientes to the entrance of the Machu Picchu Historic Sanctuary.

Accompanied by a professional guide, you will enjoy an approximately two-hour visit through the archaeological sectors included in your assigned circuit. Your guide will explain the history, architecture and cultural importance of the Inca citadel.

Depending on the confirmed visitor circuit, the tour may include agricultural terraces, ceremonial spaces, residential sectors, temples, water channels and panoramic viewpoints.

After the visit, you will return by bus to Aguas Calientes and board the Expedition train to Ollantaytambo. Tourist transportation will then take you back to Cusco.

In the evening, you will board a comfortable overnight tourist bus to Puno.

Meals included: Breakfast
Accommodation: Overnight tourist bus

Day 04 Lake Titicaca: Uros and Taquile Islands

Upon arrival in Puno, our representative will meet you and assist with your transfer.

You will then travel to the port and board a boat for an excursion across Lake Titicaca.

The first stop will be the Uros Floating Islands, built from layers of totora reeds. Local residents will explain how the islands, homes and traditional boats are constructed and maintained.

The journey continues to Taquile Island, known for its community traditions, agricultural terraces and exceptional textile art. You will walk through the island, learn about local customs and enjoy panoramic views of Lake Titicaca.

A traditional lunch will be served before returning by boat to Puno.

Meals included: Lunch
Accommodation: Hotel in Puno

Day 05 Puno – Copacabana – Isla del Sol

After breakfast, you will travel by tourist bus from Puno to Copacabana. Border procedures will be completed during the journey from Peru into Bolivia.

Upon arrival in Copacabana, you will continue by boat to the southern area of Isla del Sol.

According to Andean traditions, Isla del Sol is closely connected to the origins of the Inca civilization. During the visit, you will explore archaeological remains, traditional communities and scenic walking routes overlooking Lake Titicaca.

After the excursion, you will return to Copacabana and transfer to your hotel.

Meals included: Breakfast
Accommodation: Hotel in Copacabana

Day 06 Copacabana – La Paz

After breakfast, you will explore the main attractions of Copacabana.

Visit the Sanctuary of the Virgin of Copacabana, an important religious and cultural destination overlooking Lake Titicaca. You will also have time to explore the local market and traditional streets.

At the scheduled time, you will board the tourist bus to La Paz. The route crosses spectacular Altiplano landscapes and offers views of mountains and rural communities.

Upon arrival in La Paz, our representative will assist with your transfer to the hotel.

Meals included: Breakfast
Accommodation: Hotel in La Paz

Day 07 La Paz City Tour, Valley of the Moon and Bus to Uyuni

After breakfast, you will begin a guided tour of La Paz.

Explore the city’s main plazas, historic streets, local markets and cultural attractions. You will also ride the famous cable-car system, which provides panoramic views of the city and surrounding mountains.

The excursion continues to the Valley of the Moon, an unusual natural area featuring eroded rock formations, narrow pathways and dramatic landscapes.

Lunch will be at your own expense. In the evening, you will board an overnight tourist bus to Uyuni. The journey takes approximately ten hours.

Meals included: Breakfast
Accommodation: Overnight tourist bus

Day 08 Uyuni Salt Flats Full-Day Tour

Upon arrival in Uyuni, you will meet the local team and prepare for the full-day excursion.

Train Cemetery

The first stop will be the famous Train Cemetery, where old locomotives and railway remains create one of Bolivia’s most distinctive desert landscapes.

Colchani

Continue to Colchani, a community known for its traditional salt-processing activities. You will learn how salt is extracted, prepared and transformed into local products.

Uyuni Salt Flats

Enter the immense Salar de Uyuni and travel across its extraordinary white surface. Depending on the season, you may observe geometric salt formations or mirror-like reflections created by a thin layer of water.

The itinerary may include a visit to a salt structure or former salt hotel, depending on access and operating conditions.

Incahuasi Island

Visit Incahuasi Island, known for its giant cacti and panoramic views across the salt flats. Access may depend on seasonal and weather conditions.

Lunch will be served during the excursion. After completing the tour, you will return to Uyuni and board an overnight tourist bus to La Paz.

Meals included: Lunch
Accommodation: Overnight tourist bus

Day 09 Arrival in La Paz and Airport Transfer

Upon arrival in La Paz, our representative will meet you at the bus terminal.

At the scheduled time, you will receive a transfer to El Alto International Airport for your departure flight.

This marks the end of your unforgettable 9-day Peru and Bolivia tour through Cusco, Machu Picchu, Lake Titicaca, La Paz and Uyuni.

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