Peru and Bolivia Highlights Trip: Machu Picchu, Nazca, peruvian chocolate! (January 17, 2025)

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Marc

7 Days30 Days!

Extra Cancellation Days
only for the first TripMate

17 Jan 25 → 27 Jan 25

Guided trip

11 days

7 stops

2 - 15 Mates

South America

What's special?

Peru and Bolivia

Special chocolate stops

You will love this tour if you enjoy seeing amazing sights, meeting interesting people, chocolate, enjoying good food, and variety of nature and cultural experiences. Trip Main Goals: 1) Have fun 2) See iconic sights 3) Enjoy nature 4) Enjoy Peruvian chocolate and food 5) Good photos Chocolate: Peru is the origin of cocoa beans. Using local contacts we will explore this fun and tasty side of Peru. We will eat chocolate, drink chocolate, and experience a chocolate ceremony. Main stops: -Lima (city and food tour) -Nazca Lines (plane tour) -Cusco (city and food tour) -Traditional ceremonial chocolate tour -Sacred Valley Tour (tour of terraced areas) -Machu Picchu (guided tour) -Lake Titicaca Uros Islands (boat tour) -La Paz (city, architecture, food tour, death road bike tour) We begin with a day in Lima where we taste some culinary delights and take a short walking tour of the old town and bike ride along the famous "green coast". Next, the trip takes a turn to the south, where the mysterious Nazca Lines unfurl their geometric wonders in the desert sky. A thrilling flight offers a bird's-eye view of these enigmatic etchings. The atmospheric streets are alive with Incan architecture and vibrant local markets, inviting exploration and indulgence in authentic Peruvian cuisine. From Cusco, the journey leads to the Sacred Valley, a stunning blend of terraced landscapes and Incan ruins, where one can immerse in traditional villages and stunning vistas. An exhilarating train ride brings you to the majestic Machu Picchu, perched high in the Andes; the breathtaking sunrise over this ancient citadel leaves you spellbound, as you wander among its sacred temples and terraces. The adventure continues to Lake Titicaca, where the Uros islands, constructed from totora reeds, provide a glimpse into indigenous culture and sustainable living. The hospitality of the locals enriches this experience, showcasing their unique lifestyle. Crossing into Bolivia, La Paz impresses with its high altitude and vibrant street life, a blend of modernity and tradition set against the backdrop of snow-capped mountains. Each destination of the journey offers its own unique charm, creating lasting memories of this enchanting region in South America.

I have traveled to over 100 countries and have hosted groups of people for several years. I love finding interesting and less known spots along with those places that you just can't miss. I speak Portuguese and Spanish which helps a lot to find the right places when traveling. I grew up in Seattle on the west coast of the United States. I have also lived in New York City, Washington DC, Denver, and San Francisco. In that time I have visited all 50 U.S states. Two things I always like to enjoy wherever I travel are music and food. I grew up listening to a lot of the famous Seattle 90s rock music. I now enjoy lots of types of music wherever I travel. I always find the best local bakery, cafe, or coffee shop in a city. I like to find family owned restaurants serving some specialty for the area if possible. I also have a special interest in craft chocolate and own a small chocolate importing business.

We will stay at mid-range hotels and home stay locations at several spots in Peru and Bolivia. Accomodation rooms are priced at two per room, this can be adjusted for an additional fee. All stops should have hot water, wi-fi, and breakfast. We will try to ensure all locations are both safe, convenient, and comfortable. Any questions about the trip? You can let me know in the Q&A section!

What's included?

Lodging

Custom tours

Transportation between locations

Translation

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Lima

Day 1-3

First night is an arrival from the airport and settle in at the hotel in the nice Miraflores area of Lima. -Bike or walk along the Costa Verde scenic waterfront area, great views, parks, and places to stop -Enjoy some spectacular Peruvian cuisine -Huaca Pucelana Archological Site -Walking Tour of Old Town Lima

Paracas

Day 3-4

We will stay in the beach town area of Paracas and visit the mysterious Nazca lines. -Leave Lima in the morning and a van to Paracas -Special custom flight to view the Nazca lines -Visit the city Oasis of Huacachina -Relaxed time at the sunset

Sacred Valley

Day 4-5

We will fly from Paracas to the ancient city of Cusco in the Andes highlands. From there we will go to the Sacred Valley. -Tour of the terraced landscapes in the sacred valley -Enjoy wonderful views -Adjust to the higher altitude

Historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchu

Day 5-7

An exhilarating train ride brings you to the majestic Machu Picchu, perched high in the Andes; the breathtaking sunrise over this ancient citadel leaves you spellbound, as you wander among its sacred temples and terraces. -We will visit in the evening on the first day and the morning of the second day, to take in different sun views.

Cusco

Day 7-8

Then we return to Cusco. atmospheric streets are alive with Incan architecture and vibrant local markets, inviting exploration and indulgence in authentic Peruvian cuisine. -Tour the huge temple compound Saqsaywaman -Explore local cuisine and chocolate ceremonies

Puno - Islas de los Uros

Day 8-9

The adventure continues to Lake Titicaca, where the Uros islands, constructed from totora reeds, provide a glimpse into indigenous culture and sustainable living. The hospitality of the locals enriches this experience, showcasing their unique lifestyle. -Boat and fishing tours of Lake Titicaca -Explore interesting local traditions

La Paz

Day 9-11

Crossing into Bolivia, La Paz impresses with its high altitude and vibrant street life, a blend of modernity and tradition set against the backdrop of snow-capped mountains. We will have a chance to take a bike ride down the famous "Death Road" about 2 hours outside La Paz. Don't worry, it is safe for cyclists, and the ride is downhill, so you just need to be able to ride a bike. We start at the high altitude alpine area and watch a magical change in scenery as we descend to the tropical rainforest areas, taking in many magnificent views. -Ride the city gondolas -City walking tour -Tour of witchcraft market -Death road tour -Chocolate tasting -Eat llama meat