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Tour Overview

The wonders of Peru and Bolivia await as you walk beneath the Amazon Jungle's lush canopy, trek the llama-filled plains of the Sacred Valley and stroll the cobblestone streets of Cusco on this 15-day journey from Lima to La Paz. Search for monkeys and medicinal plants in the Amazon, tackle the ancient road to Machu Picchu, experience a homestay in a traditional community on the shore of Lake Titicaca and finish in La Paz, where Indigenous communities continue to form the city’s cultural fabric. With the option to see Machu Picchu by trek or by train, plus the expert knowledge of local leaders, this trip will no doubt leave you breathless – in more ways than one.

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Trip Code: GGSQ

Start

Lima

End

La Paz

Destination

Peru

Meals

14 breakfasts, 6 dinners

Transport

Boat, Public Bus, Canoe, Plane, Private vehicle

Accommodation

Camping (with basic facilities) (3 nights), Homestay (1 night), Hotel (8 nights), Jungle Lodge (2 nights)

Days

15

Max Group Size

Min 1 - Max 16

Min Age

15

Style

Originali

Physical

4i

Trip Highlights

Why you'll love this trip

  • Choose your own adventure on your way to the mother of all Inca cities – Machu Picchu, one of the Seven Wonders of the World. Test yourself on the challenging Classic Inca or Inca Quarry trails or take the train for a more leisurely experience.

  • Visit the evergreen Amazon. Explore rainforest trails with a local guide, look out for wildlife and medicinal plants, and stay in a tranquil jungle lodge overnight.

  • Sleep in a mud-brick hut on the shore of vast, ancient Lake Titicaca during a homestay in a traditional Andean community and visit the floating reed islands of Uros.

  • Explore hectic La Paz, where Indigenous Aymara and Quechua traditions flourish in contemporary Bolivia – a living example of the resilient traditional communities of South America.

  • Trek the Inca Trail, Inca Quarry Trail or take the scenic train route – either way, you'll be travelling responsibly with a company that cares about balancing profit and purpose. Intrepid is the largest B Corp certified operator on the Inca Trail and we’re committed to operating our treks for the benefit of all.

Day by Day Itinerary

Itinerary

Trip route map

What's Included

Inclusions and activities

Meals

14 breakfasts, 6 dinners

Transport

Boat, Public Bus, Canoe, Plane, Private vehicle

Accommodation

Camping (with basic facilities) (3 nights), Homestay (1 night), Hotel (8 nights), Jungle Lodge (2 nights)

Included activities

  • Amazon Jungle - Jungle activities
  • Cusco - Leader-led orientation walk
  • Sacred Valley - Community visit & lunch
  • Sacred Valley - Snack & drink at AMA Restaurant social enterprise
  • 3 Night/4 Day Inca Trail (or 2 Night/3 Day Inca Quarry Trail) guided hike(s) with porters' support. Or guided Cusco stay (Machu Picchu by train)

Optional activities

    Is This Trip Right for You?

    Is this trip right for you?

    • There are some long travelling days on this trip, but it’s all part of the adventure and a great way to get to know your fellow travellers.

    • This trip requires a moderate level of fitness as it involves some walking and swimming, allowing you to really get among nature. Please bring sturdy, comfortable walking shoes, a swimsuit and comfortable clothing.

    • Multiple activities on this trip are subject to weather and water conditions and on occasion, may be cancelled for safety or operational reasons. In the case of cancellation, we will endeavour to find a suitable replacement activity.

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