Bolivia - Inca Discovery
Highlights of Peru & Bolivia
Things you'll see
(Day 1 – 4 Viva Expeditions Escorted Group Tour - Our tour commences in the cultural city of La Paz, located in the highlands of Bolivia. We cross the border into Peru and arrive on the shores of Lake Titicaca where we take an overnight trip out on to the lake to visit the Islas Uros, where the Uros Indians have made their home for centuries on floating reed islands. Arriving to Amantani Island we will enjoy an overnight home stay with a friendly local family and the opportunity to be welcomed into their homes and truly experience their traditional way of life. Visit Taquile Island, famous for its traditional handicrafts, before we make our way back across the lake to the town of Puno.
Day 5 – 8 We drive north across the Andean plains, where Vacuna and Alpaca roam, arriving in Cusco, the archaeological capital of the Americas, and our base to explore the Inca culture and the famous ruins of Machu Picchu. Not only is Cusco stepped in history, tradition and legend, it is also full of great restaurants, lively plazas, art galleries, cathedrals and museums. After ample time to explore Cusco, and acclimatise to the altitude (3,300 m) we head off into the Sacred Valley of the Incas to visit the colonial village of Pisac, famous for its lively market and the massive Inca fortress of Ollantaytambo.
Day 9 – 13 Beginning the famous Inca Trail Trek we head along the Urubamba River, up through valleys and over mountain passes as we wind our way through spectacular cloud forest to reach the ancient Inca Ruins of Machu Picchu. Following the footsteps of the ancient Incas you will be amazed and intrigued to learn from your expert guide all there is to know about this mysterious race. On the morning of the fourth day we will arrive at the Inca Sun Gate and you will be rewarded with your first view of the magnificent lost city of the Incas, Machu Picchu. Enjoy a guided tour of the ruins and some time at leisure before returning to Cusco.
Day 14 - 15 Lima Post-Tour Package – From Cusco you will take a short flight to Lima, the colonial capital of Peru. Upon arrival into Lima you will be met at the airport and transferred to your hotel located in the lovely Miraflores area. Enjoy a half day tour of modern & colonial Lima before departing Peru at the end of an exhilarating and unforgettable Inca adventure.
Note about the Inca Trail: Due to tight regulations on the Inca trail availability is limited on a first in first served basis only. We cannot guarantee your place until we have received your booking and deposit and have processed the request for an Inca Trail ticket. To ensure your space on the trail we advise you book early. However if space is unavailable we offer alternative treks which all include a visit to the ruins Machu Picchu. For more information click here.
What's Included?
- 14 nights accommodation – 1 night Lima Pre-Tour package, 9 nights in comfortable tourist class hotels and guesthouses, 3 nights camping on the Inca Trail, 1 night local home stay.
- Transport in our custom built all-terrain expedition vehicles
(please note, the domestic flight between Cusco & Lima is not included in the tour price, approximate cost is USD $180. This can be purchased as part of your international air pass or Viva Expeditions can organise this for you) - 14 Breakfasts, 8 Lunches, 9 Dinners
- Expert Western tour leader and local guides throughout
- Experienced Driver/Mechanic
- All National Park Entrance fees
- Rates valid for the low season 2012
Activites (Included)
- Lima City Tour - Lima
- Walking Tour - Cusco
- Sacred Valley Tour
- Inca trail trek to Machu Picchu (or alternative)
- Overnight Lake Titicaca Excursion – Puno
Booking Inca Discovery
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Main Tour Cost: $2235.00
+Local Payment of USD $750.00You can provisionally book now with a minimum deposit of $500.00
Tour Options
The following options are available on this tour:
(you can select these during the booking process)
| La Paz City Stay - 1 night |
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| Explore the cultural heart of Bolivia, including a tour of the city and its fabulous surrounding lunar landscapes. This package also includes an airport transfer and one night accommodation. | ||||
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| Cieba Tops Jungle Extension - 3 Day/2 Night |
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| Explore the myths, mysteries and magic of the world’s most exotic jungle. Located on the banks of the Amazon river the Cieba Tops jungle lodge will not disappoint. Rates exclude flights Lima/Iquitos/Lima |
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| Cieba Tops Jungle Extension - 4 Day/3 Night |
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| This great Cieba Tops Jungle Package includes a trip to the spectacular Amazon Canopy Walkway. Explore the myths, mysteries and magic of the world’s most exotic jungle and the mighty Amazon River Rates exclude flight Lima/Iquitos/Lima |
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Travel Dates:
13/06/12 - 27/06/12(6+ Seats Left)
01/08/12 - 15/08/12
(6+ Seats Left)
19/09/12 - 11/10/12
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Other Tour Dates
More dates available for this tour with reverse itinerary.Click Here to view these dates.
Tour Price:
$2235.00 AUD
+Local Payment of USD $750.00
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(2012 prices are subject to change)
Goes Well With
Why not combine this tour with a side trip to the Galapagos Islands or a visit to Amazon Jungle. Or extend your tour to visit the incredible Uyuni Salt Flats in Bolivia.
Travelling Solo?
Viva Expeditions offers a "willing to share" option for all single travellers on our overland expeditions. Providing you are willing to share we will attempt to pair you with another willing to share passenger of the same sex. If there is no one available to share you will have a single room but still pay only the twin share price.However if you are not willing to share and would like a private room through out the tour you can guarantee this by choosing to pay the additional single supplement.
Where time is spent camping single tents are on a subject to availability basis. Please note the willing to share does not apply to specialty tours, independent adventures, tour add-ons and Galapagos packages.
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