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Andes to Atacama Adventure

19 days Go Beyond Group Tour

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Andes to Atacama Adventure

From the heartlands of the Incan Empire in Peru, through the surreal landscapes of Bolivia’s Salar de Uyuni, and into the stark beauty of the Atacama Desert, on this adventure there is always something to take your breath away.

  • Included Meals
    Breakfasts: 16 , Lunches: 10 , Dinners: 9
  • Accommodation
    17 nights in 3+/4 star accommodation
  • Visas
    Visa fees & processing for Australian passports
  • Group Tour
    Max Group Size: 18
  • Physical Rating 2
    A reasonable level of fitness is required, as you'll be spending time on your feet and doing a bit of walking to cover short distances during your daily sightseeing. There will also be some climbing of steps and climbing on and off of coaches and boats.
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    Walking, some steps and extended time on your feet.
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19 DAYS
From $19,580PP
Lima (2N) - Sacred Valley (1N) - Aguas Calientes (1N) - Cusco (2N) - Puno (1N) - Huatajata (1N) - La Paz (1N) - Uyuni (2N) - San Pedro deo Atacama (3N) - Santiago (2N)
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Tour Highlights

Our Andes to Atacama Adventure tour will see you exploring the most iconic sites, delving into deep-rooted culture and dining on delicious cuisine and thoroughly researched to bring you a range of once-in-a-lifetime experiences, many of which are entirely exclusive to us.

Day by Day Itinerary

Lima (2N) - Sacred Valley (1N) - Aguas Calientes (1N) - Cusco (2N) - Puno (1N) - Huatajata (1N) - La Paz (1N) - Uyuni (2N) - San Pedro deo Atacama (3N) - Santiago (2N)
  • Day 1
    Fly to Lima
    Dinner
    Day 1: Fly to Lima

    Fly to Lima, Peru’s capital. You will be met at the airport and transferred to your hotel where the rest of the day is yours to relax and acclimatise before a delicious Peruvian-style welcome dinner

    Dinner
  • Day 2
    Explore Lima
    Breakfast
    Day 2: Explore Lima

    Founded by conquistador extraordinaire Francisco Pizarro in 1535 and known as the ‘Ciudad de los Reyes’ (City of Kings), Lima is a fascinating and stately city. Your city tour starts with a visit to the intriguing Huaca Pucllana, a pyramid constructed by an ancient culture. Then, stroll the streets in and around the UNESCO-listed historic city centre, renowned for its magnificent colonial architecture.

    Breakfast
  • Day 3
    Into the Sacred Valley
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Day 3: Into the Sacred Valley

    Hop on a plane and fly to Cusco, passing through the city and heading straight into the renowned Scared Valley of the Incas, known for its breathtaking scenery and hillside citadels. As you explore, visit one of its many charming towns, where a local community will introduce you to their more traditional way of life.

    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  • Day 4
    Train to Machu Picchu
    Breakfast, Dinner
    Day 4: Train to Machu Picchu

    Begin the day in Moray, walking through the striking circular terraces, believed to have been used by the Incas for agricultural experiments. Afterward, you’ll visit Maras, where over 3,000 salt ponds carved into the mountainside capture salty spring water, producing the famous sal de Maras. In Ollantaytambo explore the impressive ruins, including the Temple of the Sun, and observe the still-functioning Inca terraces and water systems, before heading to Aguas Calientes.

    Breakfast, Dinner
  • Day 5
    Discover Machu Picchu
    Breakfast
    Day 5: Discover Machu Picchu

    From the floor of the valley, ascend to Machu Picchu perched high on a mountain ridge. Abandoned by the Incas in the 16th century, the citadel remained a local secret until it was brought to the world’s attention by explorer Hiram Bingham in 1911. You’ll have plenty of time to explore these remarkable and wonderfully atmospheric ruins before hopping back on the Vistadome train in the afternoon. Disembark in Poroy and transfer to Cusco.

    Breakfast
  • Day 6
    Explore Cusco
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Day 6: Explore Cusco

    At the heart of modern-day Cusco is the city that was once the glorious capital of the Inca Empire, razed and built over by the conquering Spanish in the 16th century. This area, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, represents a captivating blend of Incan and colonial heritage and is a big part of your explorations today. Wander the Plaza de Armas and the Convent of Santo Domingo while also learning about the Incan architecture beneath your feet. Then, visit the ruins of Sacsayhuaman, experiencing a traditional Quechua ritual led by a Shaman, providing a spiritual connection to Andean traditions and Inca heritage.

    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  • Day 7
    Train to Titicaca
    Breakfast, Lunch
    Day 7: Train to Titicaca

    All aboard the train to one of the world’s highest lakes! Journey across the Peruvian highlands to Lake Titicaca, enjoying the views as you relax in comfort and style. Four dining cars, where a gourmet lunch of Andean ingredients will be served, and a bar car will keep your refreshed throughout your travels while music and dance performances, will keep you entertained.

    Breakfast, Lunch
  • Day 8
    Across Lake Titicaca
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Day 8: Across Lake Titicaca

    Bid farewell to Puno and to Peru and board a hydrofoil to cross into Bolivia. As you cross the lake, there are adventures to be had, including an exploration of Isla del Sol, where you’ll visit the Inca Garden, and Isla de la Luna, where you’ll see Inak Uyu, the Temple of the Sun Virgin. Disembark the ferry and travel to Hautajata to meet some vicuñas, llamas, and alpacas. This evening visit an observatory, where you’ll spend the night exploring the constellations of the Southern Hemisphere.

    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  • Day 9
    Travel to La Paz
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Day 9: Travel to La Paz

    Traverse the Andes to reach La Paz. Bolivia’s administrative capital and one of the world’s most spectacularly set cities, La Paz is a fascinating assault on the senses. A half day city tour will immerse you in its history with visits including Moon Valley and a ride in the teleferico (cable car) up to a panoramic viewpoint overlooking the city and the Andean peaks beyond.

    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  • Day 10
    The Salar de Uyuni
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Day 10: The Salar de Uyuni

    Fly to the Salar de Uyuni, Bolivia’s incredible salt flats. Enjoy a picnic lunch while admiring the surreal landscapes and experiment with perspectives on this vast, flat expanse. Tonight, sleep in a unique salt hotel.

    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  • Day 11
    Meet the Mummies
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Day 11: Meet the Mummies

    Explore the salt flats where, weather permitting, you'll meet the intriguing Coquesa mummies, ancient human remains preserved in a cave near the Tunupa Volcano. After exploring the cave, pause to take in the views from this incredible vantage point, the shimmering white flats spreading out into the distance.

    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  • Day 12
    Into the Atacama
    Breakfast, Lunch
    Day 12: Into the Atacama

    Wave farewell to Bolivia as you cross into Chile and the stark beauty of the Atacama Desert, travelling to the desert outpost of San Pedro de Atacama.

    Breakfast, Lunch
  • Day 13
    Discover the Moon Valley
    Breakfast, Lunch
    Day 13: Discover the Moon Valley

    The next day, begin your explorations, visiting the charming desert village of Toconao then, as the sun sets drive to the otherworldly Moon Valley where you can watch the colours of lonely volcanoes and jagged cliffs shift through a spectrum of yellows, reds and purples as night falls.

    Breakfast, Lunch
  • Day 14
    Venture to El Tatio
    Breakfast
    Day 14: Venture to El Tatio

    Rise before dawn to travel through the twilight to reach the El Tatio Geysers, set within a ring of volcanoes. Relax this afternoon before setting out again late in the evening to make the most of the Atacama’s dark skies. There is nowhere better in the world for stargazing; tonight, you will be given a guided tour of the heavens with a glass of local wine in hand.

    Breakfast
  • Day 15
    Travel to Santiago
    Breakfast, Dinner
    Day 15: Travel to Santiago

    Transfer to Calama and fly down to Santiago, Chile’s capital city. Later, tour the city stopping at sights like the Plaza de Armas, home to the impressive 18th-century cathedral and 19th-century post office. Pop up to the top of Cerro Hill for views over the city and, on clear days, to the mountain peaks beyond.

    Breakfast, Dinner
  • Day 16
    Discover Valparaiso
    Breakfast, Lunch
    Day 16: Discover Valparaiso

    Take a day trip to the port city of Valparaiso. Unique and full of roguish charm, the city is set along the seafront and on the hills above, the two parts connected by vintage funiculars. The hilltop ‘cerros’ (neighbourhoods) are packed with colourful mansions and cobbled streets and are a delight to wander. While here, enjoy lunch and a tasting of wines from nearby vineyards.

    Breakfast, Lunch
  • Days 17-19
    Fly Santiago to Australia
    Breakfast
    Days 17-19: Fly Santiago to Australia

    Transfer to the airport for your flight home, arriving 2 days later. (B)

    Breakfast
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City
Min
Average Temperate(°C)
Max
Monthly Rainfall(mm)
  • Cali
  • 17
    31
    24
  • 48
  • Cusco
  • 7
    19
    13
  • 145
  • La Paz
  • 4
    14
    9
  • 134
  • Lima
  • 19
    26
    22
  • 1
  • Puno
  • 2
    14
    8
  • 159
  • San Pedro de Atacama
  • 10
    24
    17
  • 22
  • Santiago
  • 12
    29
    21
  • 0
  • Uyuni
  • 1
    18
    10
  • 70
City
Min
Average Temperate(°C)
Max
Monthly Rainfall(mm)
  • Cali
  • 17
    31
    24
  • 61
  • Cusco
  • 7
    19
    13
  • 134
  • La Paz
  • 4
    14
    9
  • 105
  • Lima
  • 19
    26
    23
  • 0
  • Puno
  • 2
    14
    8
  • 158
  • San Pedro de Atacama
  • 10
    24
    17
  • 5
  • Santiago
  • 11
    29
    20
  • 1
  • Uyuni
  • 1
    18
    10
  • 40
City
Min
Average Temperate(°C)
Max
Monthly Rainfall(mm)
  • Cali
  • 17
    32
    24
  • 103
  • Cusco
  • 6
    19
    13
  • 107
  • La Paz
  • 4
    14
    9
  • 72
  • Lima
  • 19
    26
    23
  • 5
  • Puno
  • 1
    15
    8
  • 133
  • San Pedro de Atacama
  • 9
    23
    16
  • 2
  • Santiago
  • 9
    27
    18
  • 4
  • Uyuni
  • -1
    17
    8
  • 10
City
Min
Average Temperate(°C)
Max
Monthly Rainfall(mm)
  • Cali
  • 17
    32
    24
  • 123
  • Cusco
  • 5
    20
    12
  • 43
  • La Paz
  • 1
    14
    8
  • 32
  • Lima
  • 18
    24
    21
  • 0
  • Puno
  • -1
    15
    7
  • 38
  • San Pedro de Atacama
  • 6
    21
    14
  • 2
  • Santiago
  • 7
    23
    15
  • 13
  • Uyuni
  • -7
    17
    5
  • 0
City
Min
Average Temperate(°C)
Max
Monthly Rainfall(mm)
  • Cali
  • 17
    31
    24
  • 97
  • Cusco
  • 3
    20
    11
  • 9
  • La Paz
  • -2
    14
    6
  • 14
  • Lima
  • 16
    22
    19
  • 0
  • Puno
  • -5
    14
    4
  • 15
  • San Pedro de Atacama
  • 3
    19
    11
  • 1
  • Santiago
  • 5
    18
    12
  • 44
  • Uyuni
  • -13
    15
    1
  • 0
City
Min
Average Temperate(°C)
Max
Monthly Rainfall(mm)
  • Cali
  • 17
    32
    24
  • 55
  • Cusco
  • 0
    19
    10
  • 2
  • La Paz
  • -4
    14
    5
  • 5
  • Lima
  • 15
    20
    18
  • 0
  • Puno
  • -8
    14
    3
  • 2
  • San Pedro de Atacama
  • 0
    16
    8
  • 0
  • Santiago
  • 3
    15
    9
  • 70
  • Uyuni
  • -13
    13
    0
  • 0
City
Min
Average Temperate(°C)
Max
Monthly Rainfall(mm)
  • Cali
  • 15
    32
    24
  • 28
  • Cusco
  • 0
    19
    10
  • 4
  • La Paz
  • -4
    14
    5
  • 7
  • Lima
  • 15
    19
    17
  • 0
  • Puno
  • -8
    14
    3
  • 3
  • San Pedro de Atacama
  • 0
    16
    8
  • 0
  • Santiago
  • 2
    14
    8
  • 69
  • Uyuni
  • -11
    13
    1
  • 0
City
Min
Average Temperate(°C)
Max
Monthly Rainfall(mm)
  • Cali
  • 16
    33
    24
  • 46
  • Cusco
  • 2
    20
    11
  • 9
  • La Paz
  • -3
    14
    5
  • 15
  • Lima
  • 15
    18
    16
  • 0
  • Puno
  • -7
    14
    4
  • 7
  • San Pedro de Atacama
  • 2
    18
    10
  • 0
  • Santiago
  • 3
    16
    10
  • 38
  • Uyuni
  • -12
    15
    2
  • 0
City
Min
Average Temperate(°C)
Max
Monthly Rainfall(mm)
  • Cali
  • 16
    32
    24
  • 69
  • Cusco
  • 4
    20
    12
  • 22
  • La Paz
  • -1
    15
    7
  • 36
  • Lima
  • 15
    19
    17
  • 5
  • Puno
  • -3
    15
    6
  • 28
  • San Pedro de Atacama
  • 4
    21
    12
  • 3
  • Santiago
  • 5
    18
    12
  • 22
  • Uyuni
  • -10
    18
    4
  • 0
City
Min
Average Temperate(°C)
Max
Monthly Rainfall(mm)
  • Cali
  • 16
    32
    24
  • 115
  • Cusco
  • 6
    21
    13
  • 39
  • La Paz
  • 2
    15
    8
  • 38
  • Lima
  • 15
    20
    18
  • 0
  • Puno
  • -2
    16
    7
  • 35
  • San Pedro de Atacama
  • 6
    22
    14
  • 3
  • Santiago
  • 7
    22
    15
  • 11
  • Uyuni
  • -8
    19
    6
  • 0
City
Min
Average Temperate(°C)
Max
Monthly Rainfall(mm)
  • Cali
  • 17
    31
    24
  • 99
  • Cusco
  • 6
    21
    13
  • 72
  • La Paz
  • 2
    17
    10
  • 50
  • Lima
  • 16
    22
    19
  • 0
  • Puno
  • -1
    16
    8
  • 54
  • San Pedro de Atacama
  • 8
    23
    16
  • 1
  • Santiago
  • 9
    25
    17
  • 7
  • Uyuni
  • -3
    20
    8
  • 0
City
Min
Average Temperate(°C)
Max
Monthly Rainfall(mm)
  • Cali
  • 16
    31
    24
  • 65
  • Cusco
  • 6
    21
    14
  • 123
  • La Paz
  • 4
    16
    10
  • 95
  • Lima
  • 18
    24
    21
  • 0
  • Puno
  • 1
    15
    8
  • 119
  • San Pedro de Atacama
  • 9
    24
    16
  • 3
  • Santiago
  • 11
    28
    20
  • 2
  • Uyuni
  • -1
    19
    9
  • 30

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    • Customary tipping amount approximately US$170pp (AU$254pp) is paid locally in Peru.
    • Depending on airline schedules, you may depart and/or arrive on Day 2. Extra nights' accommodation (pre or post tour) or stopovers may be required at an additional cost.
    • Price listed is based on new bookings only

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    • International flights and current taxes
    • Domestic transportation
    • 3* plus – 4* accommodation
    • Meals as stated
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