Bolivia - Lost Civilizations
The Best of Peru & Bolivia
Things you'll see
(Day 1 – 4
We leave Lima, the colonial capital of Peru, and head out along the coast to the Paracas Marine reserve, the most important wildlife sanctuary on the Peruvian coast. A short drive inland takes us to Huacachina, a tiny desert oasis nestled amongst huge sand dunes, and to Nazca, named after the ancient culture that inhabited the area in around 200AD. We will take a flight over the mysterious Nazca Lines that, to this day, remain unexplained by scientists and archaeologists alike.
Day 5 – 8
We visit the fascinating Chauchilla cemetery, and stop at the ancient inca port of Puerto Inca, before climbing in altitude to arrive in Arequipa, a beautiful city surrounded by spectacular mountains. Explore the Monastery of Santa Catalina and visit “Juanita” – the Ice Princess, a frozen Inca sacrifice recently discovered at the summit of Mount Ampato. We then arrive at Colca Canyon, arguably the world's deepest canyon, and home to numerous Andean Condors.
Day 9 – 12
We will take an early morning trip to view the Condors circling on the thermals rising up from the canyon floor and enjoy some time hiking in the area. Travelling through the Peruvian high country, we arrive in Cusco, the archaeological capital of the Americas, and our base to explore the Inca culture and the famous ruins of Machu Picchu.
Day 13 – 16
After exploring Cusco 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 fortress of Ollantaytambo. Following the footsteps of the ancient Incas we walk the Inca Trail Trek to Machu Picchu. You will be amazed and intrigued to learn all there is to know about this mysterious race from your local guide.
Day 17 – 23
Returning from Machu Picchu we have some time to relax in Cusco before driving south across the Andean plains to arrive on the shores of Lake Titicaca. We will visit floating reed islands and have a chance to experience the local culture with an overnight Island homestay. Visit Taquile Island, famous for its traditional handicrafts and isolated way of life, before finally leaving Peru and crossing into Bolivia to arrive in La Paz, our final destination.
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. Click here for more information.
What's Included?
- 22 nights accommodation – 18 nights in comfortable tourist class hotels and guesthouses, 3 nights camping on the Inca Trail, 1 night local Homestay.
- Transport in our custom built all-terrain expedition vehicles
- 22 Breakfasts, 16 Lunches, 15 Dinners
- Expert Western tour leader and local guides throughout
- Experienced Western Driver/Mechanic
- All National Park Entrance fees
Activites (Included)
- Paracas Marine Reserve – Paracas
- Ballestas Islands Boat trip - Paracas
- Pisco vineyard Tour – Ica
- Sand Buggy desert excursion – Huacachina
- Fossil tour - Ica
- Nazca Flights – Nazca
- Chauchilla Cemetery - Nazca
- City tour – Arequipa
- Flight of the Condors – Colca Canyon
- Hiking – Colca Canyon
- Walking Tour - Cusco
- Sacred Valley tour
- Inca trail to Machu Picchu (or alternative)
- Overnight Lake Titicaca Excursion – Puno
Booking Lost Civilizations
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Main Tour Cost: $3225.00
+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:
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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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Lima City Stay - 1 night |
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| Explore Modern and Colonial Lima with a Lima City tour and enjoy the comfort and security of a private airport transfer and a night at our great hotel located in the lovely Miraflores area. | ||||
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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:
22/05/10 - 13/06/10(FULL)
17/07/10 - 08/08/10
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11/09/10 - 03/10/10
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26/05/11 - 17/06/11
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14/07/11 - 05/08/11
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01/09/11 - 23/09/11
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Tour Prices:
$3225.00 USD
£2299.00 GBP
€2685.00 EU
$4290.00 AUD
$5365.00 NZD
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(2011 prices are subject to change)
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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