Delve into the historical mysteries and cultural treasures of Peru on this compact adventure. Discover UNESCO World Heritage sites—including the mountaintop citadel of Machu Picchu and historic Cusco—alongside knowledgeable local guides. Travel across the snowcapped peaks of the Andes, and get a glimpse of the ancient traditions that continue to endure in the misty valleys.

Expect the unexpected on an adventure through Bolivia, a country experiencing a surge in popularity due in part to its stunning landscapes and the rich cultural heritage of its indigenous populations. Explore the historic capital of Sucre and sky-high La Paz, experience life at a traditional hacienda, and watch the sunset from atop the sweeping Uyuni Salt Flats.

Your Fly, Stay & Tour Package Includes:

• $3000 flight credit per person

• 7 night Explore Machu Picchu National Geographic Journey with G Adventures, Lima return

Includes:

- 7 nights hotel accommodation

- 7 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 1 dinner

- Traditional Andean Experience, Urubamba

- Cusco Planetarium, Cusco

- Parque de la Papa (Potato Park), Pisac

- Parwa Community Restaurant the Sacred Valley, Lamay

- Arrival transfer

- Two-day Sacred Valley tour including Ollantaytambo, Moray, Pisac ruins & pre-Inca salt pans

- Traditional pachamanca-style dinner

- Scenic train and guided tour of Machu Picchu

- Internal flights

- All transport between destinations & to/from included activities

• 1 night 4-star accommodation in La Paz with breakfast

• 7 night Highlights of Bolivia National geographic Journey with G adventures, La Paz return

Includes:

- 6 nights hotel accommodation, 1 night Hacienda farmstay

- 7 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 4 dinners

- Bolivian Hacienda Experience, Potosí

- La Paz Culinary Experience, La Paz

- Jukil Community Experience & Lunch, Santiago de Agencha

- Arrival transfer

- La Paz city tour

- Sucre orientation walk

- Excursions to the Salar de Uyuni

- Internal flights

- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities

• Private transfer in La Paz

Rate is per person twin share and based on travel 13-28 January 2024

Solo traveller pricing available, speak with your travel consultant

MACHU PICCHU ITINERARY:

DAY 1 LIMA

Arrive at any time. Arrival transfer is included.

DAY 2 LIMA/URUBAMBA

Board an early flight to Cusco, once the capital of the Inca empire, then drive to Urubamba through the scenic Sacred Valley. Explore the terraced salt pans of Maras, which have been used for salt extraction since pre-Inca times, and tour the Inca site of Moray—believed to have been an agricultural laboratory where priests would test soils and crops. Later, we’ll enjoy a meal of local specialities, prepared in a pachamanca, or underground stone oven.

Meals included: Breakfast | Dinner

DAY 3 URUBAMBA

Continue exploring the Sacred Valley with a visit to the G Adventures–supported Parque de la Papa, or Potato Park, a rural Andean community working to preserve hundreds of varieties of native potato. During this exclusive experience, you'll walk through the park with a local guide to learn about potato cultivation, traditional weaving, and the importance of both these practices to Andean culture. We’ll also tour the fascinating Inca ruins of Ollantaytambo and Pisac and enjoy a meal at the G Adventures–supported Parwa Community Restaurant in Huchuy Qosqo.

Meals included: Breakfast | Lunch

DAY 4 URUBAMBA/AGUAS CALIENTES

Catch an early transfer to the Ollantaytambo station and board a train to Aguas Calientes, the gateway to Machu Picchu. Ride through lush Andean scenery, enjoying breathtaking views of ancient ruins and everyday life. Settle into your hotel in Aguas Calientes, and choose from a variety of optional activities: take a relaxing soak in the local hot springs, visit a beautiful botanical garden, or wander the handicraft stalls in town as you prepare for an early start the following day to go up to Machu Picchu.

Meals included: Breakfast

DAY 5 AGUAS CALIENTES/CUSCO

This morning, embark on a guided tour of Machu Picchu—the 15th-century Inca citadel famously introduced to the world by archaeologist Hiram Bingham in the April 1913 issue of National Geographic magazine. After being taken through the temples and terraces of this awe-inspiring UNESCO World Heritage site, return to Cusco by train.

Meals included: Breakfast

DAY 6 CUSCO

Spend the day exploring charming Cusco. Opt to visit Plaza de Armas, the historic main square; the 15th-century Sacsayhuaman fortress; or some of the city’s museums and ornate churches. This evening, we’ll head to the Cusco Planetarium to learn about the importance of astronomy to the ancient Inca and, weather permitting, look out at the glittering, starry sky through telescopes.

Meals included: Breakfast

DAY 7 CUSCO/LIMA

Fly back to Lima. Spend the rest of the day at your leisure or choose to take a half-day guided tour of the Peruvian capital. Visit the San Francisco Monastery, part of Lima’s World Heritage-listed historic center, and descend into its famed catacombs. Wander across Plaza Mayor, the city’s oldest public square, and enjoy Peruvian tapas and a tasting of pisco sours before returning to your hotel.

Meals included: Breakfast

DAY 8 LIMA

Depart at any time.

Meals included: Breakfast

BOLIVIA ITINERARY:

DAY 1 LA PAZ

Arrive at any time. Arrival transfer is included.

DAY 2 LA PAZ/SUCRE

Catch a flight to charming Sucre, then enjoy an orientation walk around the main square. This afternoon, relax at a local café, explore on your own, or opt to take an immersive tour of Sucre with a local expert that focuses on the city’s stunning colonial architecture and historic sites, best viewed from the ubiquitous rooftop terraces.

Meals included: Breakfast

DAY 3 POTOSI COUNTRYSIDE

Enjoy free time this morning before travelling into the southern highlands to our historic hacienda. Surrounded by lush agricultural fields and rolling hills, this working farm offers unique opportunities for cultural exchanges with the resident family. Get a glimpse into daily life here while lending a hand at the dairy and in the fields, and step back in time during visits to the property’s private rooms, chapel, and museum. Cap off your experience with an authentic farm-to-table dinner featuring an array of local specialities.

Meals included: Breakfast | Dinner

DAY 4 POTOSÍ/UYUNI

Make the short drive to the centre of Potosí and enjoy a guided tour of the Casa Nacional de la Moneda, the old silver mint and now a museum dedicated to Bolivian art and history. Take a scenic drive to Uyuni, gateway to the world's largest salt flat. Learn about the industrialization of salt and the geographical history of the region while driving across this mirror-like landscape. Enjoy a sunset picnic atop the flats before returning to our hotel.

Meals included: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner

DAY 5 UYUNI

Journey deeper into the salt pans to explore their varied geographical features. Along the way, stop at the remote town of Santiago de Agencha, a small Quechua community supported by G Adventures. Here, we enjoy a guided walk to learn about quinoa production and the cultural history of the area. Savour lunch prepared with local ingredients before continuing our exploration of the desert and its pans.

Meals included: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner

DAY 6 UYUNI/LA PAZ

Catch a flight to La Paz and enjoy free time to explore before joining the group for an optional dinner.

Meals included: Breakfast

DAY 7 LA PAZ

Awake in lofty La Paz, the highest capital city in the world. Spend the morning at leisure, or opt to take an excursion to see the stunning maze of canyons and spires in the Valley of the Moon. This afternoon, set out by foot, van, and cable car to discover this sky-high city with your guide. Explore vibrant squares, historical landmarks, and lively markets, learning about the balance of old and new along the way. In the evening, enjoy an interactive culinary experience at a popular local restaurant, including demonstrations on how traditional foods such as quinoa are integrated into modern fusion dishes. With a local chef as our guide, we’ll sample a variety of dishes and discuss the growing popularity of La Paz as a culinary destination.

Meals included: Breakfast | Dinner

DAY 8 LA PAZ

Depart at any time.

Meals included: Breakfast