Charming Peru and Colombia
Charming Peru and Colombia
Charming Peru and Colombia
13 Days Starting in Lima and ending in Cartagena
Visiting: Colombia, Peru
Tour operator:
Tour code:
IndTur48
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
1 - 22
Physical rating:
Intermediate
From:
$2729 (USD)Tour Overview
Take a trip to two of the most breathtaking countries in Latin America! With this 13-day small-group tour of Peru and Colombia, you will discover extraordinary attractions, sacred sites, and breathtaking landscapes which are full of history! Begin your tour in Lima, the "City of Kings" famous for its colonial architecture, extraordinary museums, and delicious cuisine. Catch a flight to Cusco and fly over the Andes Mountains, drive through the Urubamba Valley, and explore Machu Picchu, the Lost City of the Incas. Travel through the Sacred Valley of Peru and visit Cusco with a trip to the Santo Domingo Convent. From there you will fly to Bogota, the capital of Colombia and one of the highest capital cities in the world! Visit the Plaza de Bolívar and La Candelaria, two major city highlights, and enjoy the breathtaking views from Montserrate Hill. From there you will travel to the Coffee Triangle to learn about the rich cultural and natural heritage of the region. This is the perfect way to get acquainted with Colombias best-known secret — its delicious coffee. End your tour in Cartagena, a breathtaking coastal city in the Caribbean lowlands bordered by magnificent mountains and the Pacific Ocean. Discover the extraordinary lava beaches loved by locals and tourists!
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Usa/Canada - Lima (Arrival)
Make your own way to your gateway airport for your international flight to Lima. Enjoy inflight meals and services. Arrive in Lima, the \"City of Kings\" which is famous for its Spanish Colonial architecture, extraordinary museums, and delicious cuisine. Lima is internationally recognized as the \"Gastronomic Capital of the Americas\", and its cuisine is considered among the most diverse and exquisite in the world on par with French cuisine. Upon arrival at the Lima International Airport, you will be met by our representative and transferred to your hotel in Lima. Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure.
Overnight in Lima
Day 2: Lima - Cusco (By Flight) - Sacred Valley (B/L/-)
After breakfast, you will be transferred back to the airport for your domestic flight to Cusco. Prepare for a short but spectacular flight over the snow-capped Andes Mountains to Cusco, the oldest inhabited city in the hemisphere, at an elevation of 11,440 feet. Upon arrival, you will be met and transferred to Urubamba in the Sacred Valley. Drive through the fertile countryside of the Urubamba Valley to the colonial village of Pisac where an Indian Market takes place every day. During your visit to the marketplace, you will get the opportunity to bargain with the natives for many different types of Peruvian handicrafts and jewelry. Continue to the Ollantaytambo Archaeological Complex, built by the Incas as a fort that included a temple, agricultural terraces, and an urban area. There are two distinct sectors: The religious and worship zone, and the residential area. Ollantaytambo was an important administrative center with probable military functions if one considers the walls and towers. There are also traces of ancient roads and aqueducts. The town of Ollantaytambo is called a \"Living Inca Town\" since the inhabitants maintain very old practices and customs. You will enjoy lunch at the “Tunupa Valle” Restaurant, a beautiful country estate on the shores of the Urubamba River.
Overnight in Urubamba
Day 3: Sacred Valley - Machu Picchu - Sacred Valley (B/L/-)
In the morning you will travel on the Premium Economy train of the “Inca Rail” company through the sacred Urubamba Valley to the \"Lost City of the Incas\" — Machu Picchu. Perched 8,200 feet above the valley, the site was hidden by mountains and semi-tropical jungles for 400 years until it was discovered by Hiram Bingham of Yale University in 1911. Archaeologists believe that the Inca \"Virgins of the Sun\" took refuge from the Spanish Conquistadors here. Upon arrival at Aguas Calientes, you will transfer to shuttle service for a drive up the switchback road to the ruins. A knowledgeable tour guide will share the history of this mystical place of the Inca. You will enjoy a buffet lunch in a local restaurant in Aguas Calientes. In the afternoon, take the train back to Ollantaytambo Rail Station, where you will be met and transferred to your hotel in the Sacred Valley.
Overnight in the Urubamba
Day 4: Sacred Valley - Cusco (B/-/-)
After breakfast, you will be transferred back to Cusco. Head on a walking tour of Cusco, the oldest continuously inhabited city in the western hemisphere and its nearby ruins. You will get the chance to see how the Andean and Spanish cultures co-existed and influenced this city. The tour will start at the Santo Domingo Convent, built on the site of Koricancha, which was an important ancient Inca palace and center of worship of the Sun God. The tour will continue to the Main Square and the Cathedral from the early 17th century and is a fine example of colonial baroque art. Enjoy the balance of the day at leisure.
Overnight in Cusco
Day 5: Cusco (B/-/-)
Enjoy breakfast at the hotel and a full day at leisure or consider the optional tour below.
Overnight in Cusco
Day 6: Cusco - Lima (By Flight) (B/-/-)
Today you will be transferred to the Cusco Airport for your flight back to Lima. Upon arrival, you will be met and transferred to your hotel. Then, start your half-day tour of Lima. The tour will visit the colonial and modern sections of the city. Colonial sites include the lovely Plaza Mayor (Main Square), the Government Palace and City Hall (outside views), and entry to the Cathedral of Lima and the convent of Santo Domingo. The Santo Domingo Convent is a religious and architectural gem that houses holy paintings, images, and relics of Peruvian saints, as well as written accounts of the endeavors of the Dominican Order across the country. Visit modern-day Lima and drive along the exclusive residential areas of Miraflores and San Isidro.
Overnight in Lima
Day 7: Lima - Bogota (By Flight) (B/-/-)
At the arranged time, you will be transferred to the airport to board your flight to Bogota. Upon arrival, you will be met by one of our representatives and transferred to your hotel. Spend the rest of the day at leisure to explore the city at your own pace. The Colombian capital is situated in the very center of the country at approx. 2650 meters above sea level in an area known as the Savanna of Bogotá (Sabana de Bogotá). The east side of the city is bordered by the Cordillera Oriental, foothills of the Andes Mountains. In terms of area, Bogotá is the largest city in Colombia. It extends more than 40 km from north to south and 20km from east to west. It is not only the main economic and industrial center but also the political heart of the country. The National Legislature, the Supreme Court of Justice, and the Residence of the President of the Republic (Casa de Nariño) reside here. With its 8 million inhabitants, Bogota is Colombias most populous, and the huge cultural offer is among the best and largest in the country. Bogotá is home to many museums including the famous Gold Museum and the Botero Museum, along with several theaters and libraries.
Overnight in Bogota
Day 8: Bogota (B/-/-)
Today you will be picked up from your hotel and head on a guided tour of the city. Your tour will start in the Plaza de Bolívar (the citys main square), surrounded by federal government buildings. It will continue into the old colonial part of the city better known as “La Candelaria”, the San Francisco Church, and the Gold Museum. The tour will end with a trip in a cable car to the top of Monserrate Hill, which offers spectacular views of the city.
Overnight in Bogota
Day 9: Bogota - Pereira (By Flight) - Coffee Triangle (By Flight) (B/-/-)
This morning, at the arranged time, you will be transferred to the airport for your flight to Pereira. Upon arrival in Pereira, you will be met and transferred to your hotel in the Coffee Triangle. Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure. Colombia is famous for its coffee, but nowhere is the prized bean more important than in the departments of Caldas, Risaralda and Quindío, which together make up the heart of the Zona Cafetera, also called the Eje Cafetero (Coffee Axis). Here you'll find jeeps packed with mustachioed coffee pickers; poncho-wearing senior citizens gossiping in cafes; and, of course, endless cups of piping hot arabica. Many working fincas (coffee farms) have embraced tourism and welcome visitors onto their plantations to learn all about the coffee-growing process. It is particularly interesting to visit during the harvests (April to May, October to December) when the farms are a hive of activity. The “Coffee Cultural Landscape”, inscribed on the World Heritage List by UNESCO in 2011.
Overnight in the Coffee Triangle
Day 10: Coffee Triangle (B/-/-)
Get ready for a full-day tour around the Cocora Valley and Salento. This mystical valley is considered one of Colombia's most stunning valleys and often listed among the country's must-sees. Certainly unique are the up to 60 metre-tall wax palms of the region, which are towering into the eerie cloud forest. We can explore the valley on foot before our trip to nearby Salento, one of the coffee region's most picturesque villages. Browsing its cafés and boutiques we find ourselves among merry colours, textures and artesanal crafts. Just outside of Salento and nestled into fertile hillsides we reach Finca El Ocaso, a traditonal coffee finca. Here we learn all about the coffee production process from seed to cup.
Note: Lunch (payable locally) is taken at a typical comedor in the Salento area.
Overnight in the Coffee Triangle
Day 11: Coffee Triangle - Cartagena (By Flight) (B/-/-)
At the arranged time you will be transferred to the Armenia Airport for your flight to Cartagena via Bogotá. Upon arrival in Cartagena, you will be transferred to your hotel for check-in. From there you will head on a city tour. This fascinating half-day tour will start with the significant monuments of Cartagena. Begin your journey at the Convent of La Popa* (the highest point in the city) and continue to the Castillo de San Felipe, an immense fort filled with history and mysteries hidden in its stonewalled tunnels. Leaving the castle, visit the monument of Zapatos Viejos — the “Old Shoes”. The most impressive monument is the gigantic defensive wall surrounding the old city and overlooking the sea with its well-preserved colonial architecture. Spend the rest of your visit discovering the churches, museums, plazas, restaurants, shops, and jewelry stores in this city. This combination of treasures makes Cartagena deserving of the title of a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You will never forget this wonderful destination.
*Note: If La Popa is closed, this visit will be replaced with the San Pedro Claver Convent.
Overnight in Cartagena
Day 12: Cartagena (B/-/-)
Today you may enjoy a full day at leisure to explore the city at your own pace or relax on the beach. Cartagena de Indias was founded in 1533 and is perhaps the most attractive city in South America today. The old part of the city is also called “The Walled City”, where Cartagena conserves the beauty of its' colonial past. Narrow streets flanked by heavy oak doors, beautiful, flowered balconies, and friendly and welcoming people make Cartagena the perfect destination to learn about colonial history and immerse yourself in the culture of Argentina. The breathtaking beaches close by, such as the Rosario Islands, invite visitors to explore with their crystal-clear waters and the wide variety of tours and excursions to choose from.
Overnight in Cartagena
Day 13: Cartagena (Departure) - Usa/Canada (B/-/-)
Enjoy breakfast at the hotel. Today you will be transferred to Cartagena Airport for your departure flight.
What's Included
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12 nights accommodation on a twin sharing basis at listed hotels or similar
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Daily breakfast
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2 Lunches at local restaurants
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Arrival & departure airport transfers
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Transportation by deluxe vehicle
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All bus tickets, train tickets as per the itinerary
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Entrance fees as per the itinerary
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Sightseeing as per the itinerary
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Excursion to Machu Picchu aboard the Inca Rail train
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English-speaking local guides
What's Not Included
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Items of a personal nature, tips, and gratuities
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Visa fees or entrance taxes, if applicable
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Items not mentioned as being included
Check out our Q&As
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Can I join the tour once it has departed?
Yes, but only in case it was previously agreed by both sides and arranged by us.
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Our e-document package includes all local contact details, daily itinerary, airline e-ticket information, service vouchers, and travel tips which should be everything you require to go on your trip.
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If I need one, who is responsible to obtain my visa?
You are responsible for obtaining the proper travel documents for the destinations on your itinerary, including having a passport that is valid for at least 6 months before the date of departure and a visa if required. Please check the Visa section in the Know Before You Go document for the countries you will be visiting.
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
No, not as standard. Solo travellers can book and occupy their own room for a supplement.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
We have been organizing unforgettable trips since 2001.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes.
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
Changes to an existing reservation up to the Final Payment Date, whatever the cause, will incur a $100 per person amendment fee, potential loss of any supplier fees (such as non-refundable event tickets, park permits, and sea cruise reservations) plus any costs for replacement services. On/ after the Final Payment Date, the $100 change fee is no longer valid, instead cancellations terms apply.
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Indus Travels requires a minimum deposit of 25% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 45 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of indus travels charges.
Up to 75 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 74 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.