Inca Heartland & Amazon

From$3249USD
21 days,La Paz to Lima
Trip Code: BJLM

Exploring La Paz, experiencing local life at a homestay on Lake Titicaca, trekking the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu, tracking wildlife in the Amazon, spotting condors at Colca Canyon.

Departures

Reverse Itinerary

This trip also runs in reverse - see trip code PJML.

From the archeological and cultural treasures of the Andean highlands to the Nazca Lines, this three-week adventure explores the heartland of the Incan Empire and Peru’s Amazonian lowlands. Scan the canopy for wildlife from the comfort of our intimate and exclusive 'G Tambopata Ecolodge’, embrace culture past and present in Cuzco, sail Lake Titicaca and trek to the stunning ruins of Machu Picchu. As the region’s largest operator, we run our own treks, which ensures quality food and equipment. And, with the services of a CEO and your accommodation and transport taken care of, you can focus on exploring the region’s treasures for an immersive experience that few rarely get to know!

What's Included

  • Guided tour of Taquile and Uros Islands on Lake Titicaca with overnight family homestay, 3-day excursion to G Adventures exclusive rainforest lodge, Guided tour of Sacred Valley, 4-day Inca Trail hike with local guide, cook and porters, Guided tour of Machu Picchu, Guided tour of Colca Canyon and surroundings (overnight) and Tour of Nazca desert cemetery and potter's studio.
  • 6 Breakfasts, 6 Lunches, 6 Dinners. (Allow USD350-560 for meals not included.)
  • Hotels (13 nts), Bus (1 nt), G Adventures exclusive rainforest lodge (2 nts), Camping (3 nts), Homestay (1 nt).
  • Public bus, Local flight, Canoe, Train, Boat, Hiking.
  • Chief Experience Officer (CEO) throughout (except on the Inca Trail and in the jungle), Local guides.
  • Small group experience; Max 16, Avg 12

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This trip is available without the Amazon - see code BXLM.

Map of the route for Inca Heartland & Amazon
Places Visited
  • Bolivia
  • Inca Trail
  • Machu Picchu
  • Peru

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Inca Trail Advisory

Read our information page about the regulations and booking procedures for the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu, or learn about the annual Inca Trail Closure in February. Are you hiking Lares? View the Lares Trek route information.

Day 1 La Paz

Arrive at any time

Day 2-4 Puno/Lake Titicaca (B,L,D)

Travel by bus and cross the border into Peru, arriving to Puno, on the shores of Lake Titicaca. Two-day excursion to visit the floating Islands of Uros and take a guided tour of Lake Titicaca with a homestay in a small village. Optional visit to Sillustani burial site.

Day 5 Cuzco

Travel to Cuzco, and free afternoon to enjoy the city's museums and local markets.

Day 6-7 Amazon Jungle (2B,2L,2D)

Fly to Puerto Maldonado and continue by motorized canoe to our comfortable, intimate and exclusive 'G Lodge Amazon’. Enjoy guided excursions by expert naturalists to spot wildlife at nearby oxbow lakes, clay licks and tree-top towers. Included rubber boots while at the lodge.

Day 8 Cuzco

Fly back to Cuzco in the morning. The afternoon is free to explore. Optional city tour.

Day 9 Sacred Valley/Ollantaytambo

Full-day guided tour of the Sacred Valley and Ollantaytambo ruins along with a visit to a Planeterra weaving project in a local community. Shopping opportunities at a local market.

Day 10-13 Inca Trail to Machu Picchu (3B,3L,3D)

4-day guided Inca Trail hike with visit to Machu Picchu. Optional visit to the Inca Bridge before returning to Cuzco.

Day 14 Arequipa

Fly to Arequipa. Free afternoon to explore the city or take an optional tour of the Catalina Convent.

Day 15-17 Colca Canyon/Arequipa

Guided tour to Colca Canyon to spot condors. Optional visit to local hot springs. Drive back to Arequipa before boarding an overnight bus to Nazca.

Day 18 Nazca

Guided tour of Nazca desert cemetery and potter's studio. Optional flight over the Nazca Lines.

Day 19 Pisco

Travel to Pisco. En route stop at a winery and at the Oasis of Huacachina. Optional sandboarding.

Day 20 Lima

Optional visit to Ballestas Islands before travelling to Lima by bus.

Day 21 Lima

Depart at any time.

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