Peru & Bolivia Travel Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Lima & City Tour

Morning: Arrive in Lima and check into your hotel. Explore the historic center, visiting the Plaza Mayor and Lima Cathedral.

Afternoon: Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant, then visit the Larco Museum to learn about Peru's rich pre-Columbian history.

Evening: Stroll along the Miraflores Boardwalk for sunset views over the Pacific Ocean and dine at a seaside restaurant.

Day 2: Cusco & Sacred Valley

Morning: Fly to Cusco, acclimate to the altitude. Visit the Koricancha Temple and explore the San Pedro Market.

Afternoon: Take a half-day tour of the Sacred Valley, stopping at Pisac Ruins and its vibrant market.

Evening: Return to Cusco and enjoy traditional Andean cuisine at a local restaurant.

Day 3: Machu Picchu Excursion

Morning: Early train to Aguas Calientes, then bus up to Machu Picchu for a guided tour of the ancient citadel.

Afternoon: Explore more of Machu Picchu on your own or hike to the Sun Gate.

Evening: Return to Cusco by train and relax after a full day of adventure.

Day 4: Travel to La Paz, Bolivia

Morning: Fly from Cusco to La Paz. Transfer to your hotel and unwind.

Afternoon: Explore the Witches’ Market and visit the Plaza Murillo in downtown La Paz.

Evening: Take a cable car ride on the Mi Teleférico system for panoramic city views at night.

Day 5: Tiwanaku & Lake Titicaca

Morning: Take a day trip to the Tiwanaku archaeological site, discovering pre-Inca ruins.

Afternoon: Continue to Lake Titicaca, visit the Isla del Sol and enjoy the breathtaking landscape.

Evening: Return to La Paz and enjoy dinner featuring Bolivian specialties.

Day 6: Uyuni Salt Flats Excursion

Morning: Fly or take a tour to Uyuni. Begin exploring the Uyuni Salt Flats, the largest in the world.

Afternoon: Visit the Train Cemetery and nearby salt mining villages.

Evening: Overnight in a salt hotel or nearby lodge under the stars.

Day 7: Return to La Paz & Departure

Morning: Scenic morning drive or flight back to La Paz.

Afternoon: Last-minute shopping or visit to the Valle de la Luna (Moon Valley).

Evening: Transfer to the airport for your international departure.

Time and Cost Estimates

• Plaza Mayor & Lima Cathedral: 2 hours, $0 (entry free)
• Larco Museum: 2 hours, $12
• Miraflores Boardwalk: 1.5 hours, free
• Koricancha Temple: 1 hour, $3
• Pisac Ruins & Market: 3 hours, $5
• Machu Picchu: 6 hours, $70 (entry + bus)
• Witches’ Market & Plaza Murillo: 2 hours, free
• Mi Teleférico Cable Car: 1 hour, $3
• Tiwanaku Archaeological Site: 4 hours, $25 (tour)
• Lake Titicaca & Isla del Sol: 5 hours, $40 (tour and boat)
• Uyuni Salt Flats Tour: 8 hours, $150 (full tour)
• Train Cemetery: 1 hour, included in salt flats tour
• Valle de la Luna: 2 hours, $5

Total Estimated Cost: $313

Tips

To extend the trip, consider adding several days in the Amazon rainforest regions of Peru or Bolivia for a deeper nature experience. For travelers preferring a shorter trip, skip the Uyuni Salt Flats excursion and focus more on Lima and Cusco’s highlights to save time and reduce costs.