Explore Machu Picchu
Take the train to the iconic mountaintop Inca citadel of Machu Picchu.
Take the train to the iconic mountaintop Inca citadel of Machu Picchu.
Explore the world’s largest salt flat, the Salar de Uyuni, and sleep in a luxurious caravan.
Cross Lake Titicaca, the world’s highest navigable lake, between Peru and Bolivia.
Discover the other-worldly Atacama Desert, the driest landscape on Earth.
Journey through the visually and culturally spectacular Andean Mountains of Peru, Bolivia and Chile, travelling through the Sacred Valley, wandering the Bolivian colonial cities of Sucre and Potosi and making tracks through a lunar-like desert. From valleys scattered with traditional villages and Inca history to endless glistening “saltscapes”, this high-altitude adventure has it all.
Day 1
Lima - Cusco - Sacred Valley
Day 2
Sacred Valley
Day 3
Sacred Valley - Machu Picchu
Day 4
Machu Picchu - Cusco
Day 5
Cusco
Day 6
Cusco - Puno
Day 7
Puno - La Paz
Day 8
La Paz
Day 9
La Paz - Sucre
Day 10
Sucre - Potosi - Salar de Uyuni
Days 11-12
Salar de Uyuni
Day 13
Salar de Uyuni - Atacama Desert
Day 14
Atacama Desert
Day 15
San Pedro de Atacama - Santiago
Day 1
Lima - Cusco - Sacred Valley
Day 2
Sacred Valley
Day 3
Sacred Valley - Machu Picchu
Take the train to the iconic mountaintop Inca citadel of Machu Picchu.
Day 4
Machu Picchu - Cusco
Day 5
Cusco
Day 6
Cusco - Puno
Cross Lake Titicaca, the world’s highest navigable lake, between Peru and Bolivia.
Day 7
Puno - La Paz
Day 8
La Paz
Day 9
La Paz - Sucre
Day 10
Sucre - Potosi - Salar de Uyuni
Days 11-12
Salar de Uyuni
Explore the Salar de Uyuni and sleep in a deluxe Airstream.
Day 13
Salar de Uyuni - Atacama Desert
Day 14
Atacama Desert
Discover the other-worldly Atacama Desert, the driest landscape on Earth.
Day 15
San Pedro de Atacama - Santiago
Journey through the Sacred Valley in southern Peru, a visually stunning area scattered with traditional Andean villages and numerous Incan ruins. Surrounded by mountains and with the Urubamba River running through the valley, it makes for the ideal base for adventures on mountain bike, horseback, paddle board or by foot.
Spend time exploring Machu Picchu, the UNESCO World Heritage Site perched high above the cloud forest, known for its incredibly well-preserved and intricate Inca stonework. Indisputably a wonder of the world it is an almost unfathomable achievement of human culture and architecture and the very definition of ‘must see’.
Sail across Lake Titicaca, the highest navigable lake in the world, that is shared between Peru and Bolivia. There are several Inca terraced islands to visit that offer fascinating ruins and great views.
Visit the Salar de Uyuni salt flats, one of the main highlights of Bolivia, an expanse of white desert that stretches as far as the eye can see. Stay in your own tented dome or shiny campervan with a private guide and chef, a uniquely luxurious experience in the solitude of vast saltlands. Camping out under the stars in a spot where no one has stayed before is a remarkable adventure.
Those wishing to experience more of what Chile has to offer might like to extend their trip with a journey to Torres del Paine National Park, the iconic Patagonian landscape dominated by three granite towers, to spend time hiking, horse-riding and mountain biking across the steppe. This extension would see voyagers flying from the top to the tip of Chile, the longest country in the world.
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January begins the rainy season in the Andes and the Amazon as they reach the summer months. Along the coast, this can be one of the best times to visit, although it is a hotspot for locals.
As the rains continue, February can be a good time to avoid crowds. While Machu Picchu remains open, trekking in this area is a challenge as the Inca Trail closes for the month. Heavy rains in the Amazon increase water levels on the river, making wildlife viewing slightly more challenging however it does allow you to adventure into areas otherwise not reachable by boat in other months of the year.
March can be a good time to visit Peru. As the rainy season draws to the end, the coast will still be experiencing summer weather while inland you can expect rains. This can be one of the least crowded months for Machu Picchu and the local tourism on the beaches has subsided as children go back to school.
April is considered one of the best times to travel to Peru with pleasant temperatures and avoiding the busiest period. As there is still some rain, the landscape is vibrant.
As the dry season begins and winter sets in, temperatures are comfortable and the countryside is green with life from the rainy season.
June marks the start of the peak season in Peru. Skies are clear, making for picturesque sightseeing. As this is officially the start of winter, cooler temperatures are expected especially in the evenings.
July begins the peak travel season as international holidays open. With warm, sunny days and cooler evenings, this is also the peak time for trekking the mountainous landscapes of the Andes.
August continues the peak season throughout the country. With cooler evening temperatures, brings a morning fog in the Sacred Valley, which clears to blue skies by the afternoon. Expect dry, sunny weather in the Amazon during this time.
As spring draws in during the month of September, expect cloudy mornings which clear to blue skies in the afternoon. Showers become more likely as this is considered the shoulder season before the green season begins.
Temperatures begin to increase in October as summer approaches. As the dry season comes to an end, the chance of precipitation increases along with clouds.
Temperatures rise in November with rain increasing from the middle of the month. As a shoulder season, this can be a good time to travel to avoid crowding in Machu Picchu.
Weather in December sees increased temperatures as summer begins, along with the start to the rainy season. Rising water levels in the Amazon makes wildlife viewing slightly more challenging along the shores.