South America Overland - La Paz to Quito

Itinerary

Day 1 Arrive La Paz

Arrive in La Paz at any time.

Days 2-4 Puno/Amantani (B, 2L, D)

Enjoy the spectacular views as we travel from La Paz to Puno. A boat trip of the highest navigable lake in the world, Lake Titicaca, takes us to our overnight homestay in Amantani Island or Taquile Island and a visit to the Uros floating islands.

Days 5-11 Cuzco/Ollantaytambo/Inca Trail ( 3B,3L,4D)

Take an unforgettable journey through the high Altiplano region to Cuzco. Explore Cuzco, the colonial centre and ancient Incan capital before heading out on the Inca Trail. Local porters and guides ensure that the trip is worry free, and days are filled with fascinating ruins and spectacular mountain scenery. On the final day watch the sunrise over Machu Picchu and the surrounding Andean mountain peaks from the Sun Gate.

Day 12 Colca Canyon

Renowned for rafting, Colca Canyon is one of the world's deepest canyons. Watch for Andean condors soaring and nesting against the towering canyon walls.

Days 13-14 Arequipa (B,L)

Deep in the Andean highlands, Arequipa stands at the foot of the snow-capped volcano, El Misti. It is said that the name comes from the Quechua phrase meaning "Yes, stay!"

Day 15 Puerto Inca (B,L,D)

Take a break from the mountains and head for the beautiful seashore location of Puerto Inca. Explore Quebrada de la Vaca, one of the most important coastal archeological sites between Nazca and Copiapo.

Days 16-17 Pisco/Nazca (D)

Nazca is best known for the mysterious Nazca Lines where an optional flight is the best way to get a bird’s eye view. Pisco, famous for the drink of the same name, is the starting point for excursions to the Ballestas Islands.

Days 18-19 Lima (B)

Lima's museums are filled with cultural treasures, reflecting a long and varied history. The "City of Kings" is filled with colonial buildings, and boasts excellent cafes and great nightlife.

Days 20-21 Huanchaco (B)

Continue to Trujillo, the largest city in northern Peru, known for the nearby Chan-Chan ruins and the resort town of Huanchaco.

Days 22-23 Mancora (B,2L,2D)

Head south across the border to the relaxing beach town of Mancora.

Days 24-25 Cuenca (L)

Cuenca is a laid-back colonial gem filled with galleries and museums. There is an opportunity to visit Cajas National Park and the ruins of Ingapirca.

Days 26-27 Baños (B,L)

A great climate makes this area perfect for hiking, and optional activities include mountain biking, horseback riding and rafting. A dip in the famous hot springs offers a welcome end to the day.

Days 28-30 Tena/Amazon (2B,2L,3D)

For the final leg of your journey, travel by boat deep into the depths of the Amazon jungle. Watch the scenery and climate change dramatically as we enter the lush tropical rainforest. Visit an indigenous community to experience local traditions and learn about Quichua history and culture. Hike through the rainforest, explore jungle waterfalls or learn about the uses of a variety of tropical plants.

Day 31 Quito

Wander through the winding, cobblestone streets of Old Town, Quito. Ecuador's World Heritage capital has a rich colonial past that is yours to explore.

Trip Details

Accommodation	Hotels (20 nts), amazon jungle lodge (2 nts), camping (7 nts), homestay (2 nts).
Brochure Notes	1. Last minute bookings of this trip and all trips that include the Inca Trail will be on an "on request" basis only. To make a booking request of a tour which includes the Inca Trail G.A.P Adventures requires your full name, date of birth, nationality and passport number. 2. Please advise at time of booking if you do not wish to hike the Inca Trail. Instead you will have 2 nights in Cuzco, travel by train for a night in Aguas Calientes, and join the hikers for the tour of Machu Picchu.
Combination	This tour is a portion of our South America Overland Journey - see code SLRQ.
Departure	Departures vary
DepEnd	Sun-Wed
Group Size	Max 18, Avg 12
Included Highlights	- Guided tour of Taquile and Uros Islands on Lake Titicaca (homestay) - Guided tour of Machu Picchu- 4-day Inca Trail hike with a local guide, cook and porters- Guided tour of the Colca Canyon (overnight)- Guided tour of Nazca desert cemetery and potter's studio - Visit and entrance Chan Chan Ruins - Amazon Jungle excursion (lodge & homestay)
Local Payment	USD850
Meals Included	All meals as indicated throughout itinerary.
Reverse Itinerary	This trip also runs in reverse - see trip code SLQL.
StartFinish	La Paz to Quito
Transport	Overland truck, train, boat, hiking.
Brochure Intro	Hike the Inca trail to Machu Pichu, wander the colonial streets of Lima, Quito and Ecuador, explore the many ruins, trek deep in to the Amazon and enjoy the coastal towns as we travel overland through Bolivia, Peru and Ecuador. This is an extraordinary opportunity to not only experience the major highlights of the region, but to also discover some of the hidden treasures of lesser-visited areas.

When can I go?

Start Date	Finish Date	Places Available
2008-08-19	2008-09-19	6
2008-12-23	2009-01-23	7+
2009-04-28	2009-05-29	7+

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