Day 1
day 1 Arrive La Paz and City tour, Cable Car and Moon Valley
Upon arrival, you'll be transferred to your hotel before starting a city tour that blends culture, history, and stunning landscapes.
Explore surreal rock formations resembling chimneys, fairies, and snakes just outside the city.
Mi Teleférico – La Paz Cable Car
Ride five cable car lines, enjoying panoramic views and learning how this unique transport system connects the city.
Visit Bolivia’s second-largest city, rich in Aymara culture and daily life.
Discover La Paz’s historic heart, surrounded by the Presidential Palace, Cathedral, and Congress.
Tour the city’s oldest cathedral with a guide, learning about its colonial past.
Stroll through one of La Paz’s best-preserved colonial streets filled with museums and architecture.
Browse stalls offering ritual items, herbs, and spiritual ingredients unique to Aymara traditions.
Day 2
day 2 Uyuni Salt Flats Overnight Tour from La Paz by Flight
Start with breakfast at the hotel before driving to El Alto Airport for a flight to Uyuni. Enjoy bird’s-eye views of La Paz and the Andes. Upon arrival, meet your guide and driver and begin the adventure.
Visit the train cemetery to see abandoned locomotives, explore Colchani to learn about salt harvesting, and enter the vast Salar de Uyuni salt flats. Head to Incahuasi Island to admire giant cacti and rock formations, followed by a local lunch. Continue to the base of Tunupa Volcano for stunning mountain views and spot native animals like llamas and vicuñas. End the day with a sunset toast over the salt flats before checking into Hotel for an overnight stay.
Day 3
day 3 Flight from Uyuni to La Paz
After breakfast, transfer to Uyuni Airport for your flight back to La Paz. Upon arrival, your driver will meet you and take you back to your hotel. Rest of the day will be at leisure in La Paz. Take the opportunity to explore the city at your own pace—wander through its vibrant markets, visit fascinating museums, or discover historic and cultural sites. Alternatively, simply relax at your hotel or a nearby café and soak in the unique atmosphere of the world’s highest capital city, surrounded by breathtaking Andean landscapes.
Day 4
day 4 La Paz: Tiwanaku Ruins Tour
Breakfast at the hotel, followed by a fascinating day trip from La Paz.
Begin your journey with visits to the Ceramic and Lithic Museums, where you’ll explore ancient artifacts and gain deep insights into Bolivia’s rich cultural heritage.
Next, venture to Tiwanaku, a pre-Columbian archaeological site in western Bolivia. Discover iconic landmarks such as the Gate of the Sun, the Kalasasaya Temple, and the semi-subterranean temple adorned with nail-headed sculptures. Marvel at the colossal monoliths and uncover the mysteries of Puma Punku’s ruins and sacred enclosures.
Return to La Paz, concluding your day at the Basilica of Saint Francis, reflecting on the extraordinary history you’ve explored.
Day 5
day 5 Transfer from La Paz to Copacabana
Breakfast at the hotel, followed by a coach transfer from La Paz to Copacabana. Upon arrival, you’ll be transferred to your hotel, with the rest of the day at leisure to relax and explore the lakeside town at your own pace.
Day 6
day 6 Sun and Moon Islands Tour with Trout Lunch, followed by a scenic transfer from Copacabana to Puno
Breakfast at the hotel before embarking on a full-day adventure across Lake Titicaca, visiting Bolivia’s iconic Isla del Sol (Sun Island) and Isla de la Luna (Moon Island).
The tour begins with a hotel pickup in Copacabana and a scenic boat ride across the world’s highest navigable lake. Your first stop is Isla de la Luna, once home to the Inca priestesses of the Sun. Explore the Temple of the Virgins, admire colonial-era stone reliefs, and take in stunning lake views from the cliffs.
Next, continue to Isla del Sol, regarded in Inca mythology as the birthplace of the sun. Discover archaeological and symbolic sites including the Sacrificial Table, Chinkana Labyrinth, Mermaid’s Beach (Playa de la Sirena), the Sacred Rock, and the Footprints of the Sun, where legend says the sun first rose.
The tour includes a stop at a traditional floating island made of totora reeds, where you’ll enjoy a delicious fried trout lunch, a regional specialty.
Return to Copacabana in the late afternoon, around 5:00–6:00 pm, depending on weather conditions.
Day 7
day 7 Transfer from Puno to Cusco
After breakfast at the hotel, embark on a scenic journey from Puno to Cusco. Enjoy breathtaking views of the Andean landscapes, passing traditional villages, rolling hills, and high-altitude plains along the way. Upon arrival in Cusco, you’ll be transferred to your hotel to check in and settle down. The rest of the day is at leisure, giving you the opportunity to relax after the journey or begin exploring the city’s charming streets, vibrant markets, and historic architecture at your own pace.
Day 8
day 8 Cusco City Tour including San Pedro Market, the Cathedral, and Qorikancha Temple
Breakfast at the hotel, followed by Cusco city tour.
Discover the history and culture of Cusco, the former heart of the Inca Empire. Begin at Plaza de Armas, the “center of the world,” where ancient Inca roads once converged. Visit the Temple of the Sun (Qorikancha) and the Convent of Santo Domingo, then admire the Cusco Cathedral, renowned for its distinctive Cusqueña-style paintings. Conclude the tour at San Pedro Market, the city’s oldest food market, and experience the vibrant daily life of Cusco’s residents.
Day 9
day 9 Sacred Valley Tour - Train transfer to Aguas Calientes
Breakfast at the hotel before starting your tour with hotel pickup in Cusco. Travel through the Sacred Valley, passing Sacsayhuaman, Qenqo, and Pucapucara (no stops).
Awana Kancha: Learn about Peruvian textiles and weaving, and see llamas, alpacas, and vicuñas.
Taray: Stop at a lookout for classic views of the Sacred Valley and Urubamba River.
Pisac: Explore the Inca ruins and terraces, then visit the bustling Pisac Market to see local crafts and textiles.
Ollantaytambo: Tour the impressive Inca citadel and see the rock formations honoring the god Wiracocha.
In the late afternoon, board the Inca Rail train to Aguas Calientes, enjoying scenic views along the Vilcanota River. Arrive in the evening and check in to your hotel for an overnight stay.
Overnight in Aguas Calientes
Day 10
day 10 Machu Picchu Visit - Later transfer to Cusco
After breakfast, your guide will take you to the bus station for a short ride up to Machu Picchu, one of the New Seven Wonders of the World. Enjoy a guided tour of this iconic Inca citadel, learning about its history, traditions, and mysteries. After the guided portion, you’ll have free time to explore on your own.
Return by bus to Aguas Calientes for lunch and a chance to browse local shops. In the afternoon, board the train back to Ollantaytambo, where your transport will take you to Cusco, arriving around 6:00 pm.
Day 11
day 11 Cusco to Quito Flight
After breakfast at the hotel, you will be transferred to the airport for your flight from Cusco to Quito. Upon arrival in Quito, transfer to your hotel to check in and settle down. The rest of the day is at leisure to relax or begin exploring Quito’s historic streets, plazas, and local culture at your own pace.
Day 12
day 12 Explore Old Town Quito: Sightseeing, Food, Culture Walking Tour
After breakfast at the hotel, enjoy a 3-hour walking tour of Old Town Quito. Explore the city’s rich history and culture as you visit iconic landmarks such as Independence Plaza, the Government Palace, the Independence Monument, and the Archbishop’s Palace. Discover local customs at the bustling market, try your hand at making traditional ice cream with unique South American ingredients, and top off the tour by sampling flavors at a classic ice cream shop.
Day 13
day 13 Quito: Excursion to the Middle of the World Monument and Pululahua Crater
After breakfast at the hotel, begin your tour at 8:30 am.
Visit the Middle of the World, where the Equator divides the planet into the northern and southern hemispheres. Explore the area and optionally visit the Intiñan Museum (not included) for an interactive experience on Ecuador’s ancestral history, solar phenomena, and physical curiosities.
Next, head to the Pululahua Crater, an impressive inhabited volcano surrounded by lush trails and rich biodiversity, offering breathtaking natural views and a unique glimpse into Ecuador’s volcanic landscapes.
Afterwards, we will visit Pululahua, a magnificent volcanic crater known for its natural beauty and biodiversity. This unique place is one of the few inhabited craters in the world, offering a spectacular landscape of mountains and valleys.
Around 13:30, we will return to the hotel.
Day 14
day 14 Quito Excursion: Otavalo Market and Cuicocha Lagoon Tour
After breakfast at the hotel, embark on a full-day tour to explore the cultural and natural treasures near Quito.
Begin with a visit to the Cayambe bizcocho factory to sample traditional Ecuadorian snacks. Stop at the Mirador de Miralago for panoramic views of the surrounding mountains and Cuicocha Lagoon. Next, explore the famous Otavalo Market, one of South America’s largest indigenous markets, where you can shop for colorful textiles, handmade crafts, and local souvenirs.
Continue to Cotacachi, renowned for its high-quality leather products, and finish with a visit to Cuicocha Lagoon, an impressive crater lake surrounded by breathtaking scenery, before returning to Quito.
Day 15
day 15 Flight from Quito - Galapagos ( Santa Cruz )
After breakfast at the hotel, you will be transferred to the airport for your flight from Quito to the Galapagos Islands. Upon arrival, enjoy a scenic transfer to your hotel, where you can check in and settle in comfortably. The rest of the day is at leisure to relax, take in the island’s unique landscapes, or explore the surroundings at your own pace. Wander along pristine beaches, enjoy the spectacular coastal views, or simply soak up the tranquil atmosphere of this extraordinary natural paradise.
Day 16
day 16 Charles Darwin Research Station and Tortuga Bay Beach
After breakfast at the hotel, enjoy a private tour exploring the highlights of the Galapagos Islands.
Start with a scenic 2,500-meter walk to Tortuga Bay, one of Santa Cruz Island’s most iconic beaches. Take a 2-hour round-trip hike along pristine white sands, where you may encounter wildlife such as iguanas and beach crabs. Swimming is allowed in the separate mangrove area, and kayaking along the beach is optional.
After lunch, visit the Charles Darwin Research Station to learn about ongoing conservation efforts. Over 200 scientists and volunteers work here to protect the unique wildlife of the Galapagos. Return to your hotel at the end of the day.
Day 17
day 17 Airport Transfer / Flight to Quito
After breakfast at the hotel, check out and transfer to the airport for your flight to Quito.
