Andean Crossing(Without Inca Trail Trek,Start Lima, End Santiago de Chile)

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You've got 22 days to spare, so what's next? How about an unforgettable Latin American adventure that includes Peru, Bolivia and Chile? This trip combines buzzing cities, out of this world nature, local experiences, some of the worlds most iconic sights, and of course a whole bunch of new friends to share it all with.

Overview

Trip type
Group Tour
Lodging level
Basic - 2 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Full schedule

Highlights

    • Entry into the Sacred Valley and Pisac ruins
    • Visit Llama Farm
    • Locally guided walking tour
    • See San Francisco Church and Metropolitan Cathedral
    • Visit the Witches’ Market, Plaza Murillo & colourful Jaen Street

What's this trip about?

    You've got 22 days to spare, so what's next? How about an unforgettable Latin American adventure that includes Peru, Bolivia and Chile? This trip combines buzzing cities, out of this world nature, local experiences, some of the worlds most iconic sights, and of course a whole bunch of new friends to share it all with.

Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeIntimate group - 12 max
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportN/A
Start CityLima
End CitySantiago de Chile

Travel Themes

  • Local Immersion & Homestays

Destinations

  • South America
  • Chile
  • Peru

Attractions

  • Aguas Calientes
  • Copacabana
  • Cusco
  • La Paz
  • Lima
  • Machu Picchu
  • Sacred Valley
  • Santiago
  • Sucre
  • Uyuni

Activities

  • Culture
  • Homestays & Cultural Immersion

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Itinerary

Travel Map

Day 1: Lima

A new day, a new country – let’s do this! Steeped in Spanish colonialism yet buzzing with modern metro vibes, Lima is sure to ignite your love for Peru. Spend your morning marvelling at lavishly decorated churches and an underground tunnel cemetery overflowing with bo...

Day 2: Lima to Jungle Lodge via Puerto Maldonado

We’ll catch a flight the city of Puerto Maldonado in Peru’s southern jungle. We’ll have lunch on the river as we travel upstream by a traditional Peruvian boat to our Contiki Special Stay Rainforest Lodge in the mighty Amazon jungle, where we’ll try to spot toucans, m...

Day 3: Jungle Lodge

With another day at the jungle lodge, keep your eyes peeled for a wildlife like the giant otter,monkeys, tropical birds, bromeliads and other jungle life, this is the ultimate way to see the jungle.

Day 4: Jungle Lodge to Cusco

Wave goodbye to your jungle home as we're off back to the capital of Peru!Spend today exploring the beautiful city of Cusco - wander the main plaza, visit the Tread Right support weaving centre or feed your sweet tooth with a visit to the chocolate museum. Then get into Cusco's amazing nightlife & join our Illary (Sunrise) Club!

Day 5: Cusco to Sacred Valley

Heading out of Cusco and bound for the Sacred Valley on our private coach, this is where our journey into the ruins and mystique of this land truly begins. But first, llamas. An iconic symbol of Peru, we’ll be stopping off at a llama farm to show some love to these fu...

Day 6: Sacred Valley to Aguas Calientes or Inca Trail Trek

For those embarking on our epic 1 day trek, we’ll catch the train to KM104 and the start of a day to remember. With just 3.5 hours on foot and 6-kilometres to cover, the enchanting site that awaits us will make it all worthwhile. Descending into the site we’ll take ...

Day 7: Machu Picchu to Cusco

Excitement levels at an all-time high, the day we’ve all been waiting for is finally here – it’s Machu Picchu time! Built around 1450 at the height of the Incan Empire, Machu Picchu is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the seven wonders of the new world. We’ll b...

Day 8: Cusco

Another day, another incredible Latin American destination to uncover; today it's sun up 'til sun down in Cusco. Shop for artisan jewellery and woodworks, roam the cobble-stone streets or just stroll the Plaza de Armas, eating cacao buds and sipping on coca leaf tea. ...

Day 9: Cusco to Copacabana

Bolivia, you're in our sights. Filling up on breakfast, it's all eyes to the border as we make our way through Peru's spectacular Altiplano Plateau and over the border to Lake Titicaca, iconically the highest body of water in the world (and said to be the original bir...

Day 10: Copacabana to La Paz

Today we'll journey through the pretty Bolivian countryside towards La Paz. Situated a slightly unnerving 12,000 ft above sea level (yeah, for real), this city is big on altitude AND energy.If you're looking for vistas, La Paz is your gal. Sitting in the midst of a na...

Day 11: La Paz

Cameras on full charge and free breakfast fully taken advantage of, it's time to hit the streets of La Paz. Your Trip Manager will take you on a guided walking tour where'll get to explore all that the city has to offer. Feel the cultural vibes by the San Francisco Ch...

Day 12: La Paz to Sucre

Adios La Paz, you've taken our breath away (quite literally).Steeped in history with narrow tree lined streets, white stone buildings (some dating back five centuries) and endless blue skies, Sucre is a place where time stands still. Get your bearings on a guided walk...

Day 13: Sucre

With a full day in Sucre, the choice is yours of how to DIY your time in this cultural melting pot. Maybe the museums, galleries and parks are calling your name, or perhaps your itching for something a bit more physical? If that's the case, our ME Time Optionals are likely to be your jam.

Day 14: Sucre to Potosi

Think you've seen it all in the last few days? We've barely gotten started... Today we big adios to enchanting Sucre and make our way to Potosi, a town rich in history, architecture, and silver.Situated at the foot of Cerro Rico (Rich Mountain), Potosi is a treasure t...

Day 15: Potosi to Uyuni

Another lazy morning in Potosi, before making tracks for Uyuni, and we think you know what comes next...Welcome to Uyuni, the official gateway to the Salar de Uyuni...or the Bolivian salt flats to you and I. Excited much? You should be. To get you in the mood, we'll b...

Day 16: Uyuni incl Salar de Uyuni

Wanna know what makes a breathtaking photo? Well, let's just say that in Salar de Uyuni, every angle is picture perfect. We hope you've been researching the best poses and use of props, because this is one experience most only get to enjoy once in a lifetime.

Day 17: Uyuni to Avaroa National Reserve

It's goodbye mini bus and hello 4x4's as we kick start our 2 day expedition across the Eduardo Avaroa Andean Fauna Reserve.Not much can beat yesterdays views, but this sure gives them a run for their money. Hot springs, geysers, volcanoes, mountains, lakes and flocks ...

Day 18: Avaroa National Reserve to San Pedro de Atacama

Can it really get any better? You ain't seen nothing yet. Up with the birds, we'll stop off first for some geyser spotting before journeying on to the Salvador Dali desert. And yes, it's every bit as impressive as the name suggests.Who's ready for a new country? Oh hi...

Day 19: San Pedro de Atacama

After two days of crossing the Avaroa reserve, it's time to chill, and that poolside seat has your name all over it. But then again with sandboarding on offer, maybe the lure of the desert will be too hard to resist? As the afternoon rolls in we'll head out to Valle d...

Day 20: San Pedro de Atacama to Santiago de Chile

This morning we leave the desert behind and jump on flight to Santiago de Chile. Upon arrival we’ll get acquainted with this bustling place on a city tour. The afternoon is yours to explore and this evening we’ll wrap up our 3-week adventure with a farewell dinner.

Day 21: Santiago de Chile

The day is yours. Choose to visit the colorful, hillside city of Valparaiso or spend a day exploring Chile’s wineries.

Day 22: Santiago de Chile

This morning your trip ends. Not ready to say goodbye to South America? Why not join us on another Contiki tour with your new mates?

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Last Updated: 0/19/2022

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  • Refuel on hearty breakfasts, plus a few local lunches and a few cherry picked and munch worthy dinners, on us. Then, the rest of your Latin American food safari is entirely up to you to DIY as you please. Enjoy!
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