Tours - Across the Andes

only  £1805.00

Across the Andes

Duration:

from 5 weeks

Discover the heart and soul of Andean South America on this adventure from the height of Quito to the soaring altitude of La Paz. From the lush Amazonian jungle to the laid-back beaches of Peru, across the vast altiplano and soaring mountains, uncover indigenous cultures and discover the extraordinary history of the Inca.

    

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0845 344 7642

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Discover the heart and soul of Andean South America on this adventure from the height of Quito to the soaring altitude of La Paz. From the lush Amazonian jungle to the laid-back beaches of Peru, across the vast altiplano and soaring mountains, uncover indigenous cultures and discover the extraordinary history of the Inca.Fall asleep to the sounds of the wild in an Amazon Jungle eco lodge, trek the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu, meet the locals on glistening Lake Titicaca and spot condors in the Colca Canyon. With lots of flexibility, this trip is ideal for those with a sense of adventure and a thirst for discovery.

• Discover an Inca-Spanish culture clash in Quito
• Traipse through the Amazon Jungle with a local guide
• See Huanchaco's surfing fishermen
• Unravel the mysteries of Nazcan mummies
• Follow the Inca Trail through cloud forests to Machu Picchu
• Visit Cuzco's colourful San Pedro market
• Pick up some Quechua lingo in the Sacred Valley
• Visit a community on Lake Titicaca's floating islands
• Feast on fresh trout in Copacabana
• Stock-up on colourful woollies at La Paz's markets

Days 1-2 Quito

Soak up the rich colonial atmosphere and explore narrow cobblestone streets lined with colourful markets.

Days 3-4 Amazon Jungle

Spot exotic wildlife from an eco lodge in the heart of the jungle and unearth some of the Amazon's secrets on a locally-guided tour through the steamy forest.

Days 5-7 Banos

Get an adrenaline rush Ecuadorian Andes - white-water rafting, anyone? In the evening, hit the dancefloor with the locals.

Days 8-9 Cuenca

Take an optional day trip through the Cajas National Park or visit the ruins of the Inca's second capital, Ingapirca.

Days 10-13 Mancora/ Trujillo

Chill out on Peru's best beaches and see the surfing fishermen of Huanchaco.

Days 14-15 Lima

Explore the colonial streets and experience the exciting nightlife of Peru's capital.

Day 16 Pisco

Sip a pisco sour or opt to visit to the Ballestas Islands, a famed wildlife haven.

Days 17-18 Nazca

From ancient mummies to colossal etchings, discover the mysteries of the desert. An optional flight over the bizarre Nazca Lines is an unforgettable experience.

Days 19-21 Arequipa/ Colca Canyon

Conquer one of the world's deepest canyons.

Days 22-24 Cuzco/ Ollantaytambo

Discover the alluring colonial city of Cuzco; taste coca tea and visit the colourful San Pedro market. Travel through the Sacred Valley of the Inca and visit a local community - perhaps pick up some Quechua lingo.

Days 25-28 Inca Trail

Trek through cloud forests on the Inca Trail to awe-inspiring Machu Picchu.

Day 29 Cuzco

Relax in a cafe or hit the mountain tracks on a blood-pumping bike ride.

Days 30-32 Puno/ Lake Titicaca

Cruise the world's highest navigable lake and experience local life at a homestay.

Day 33 Copacabana

Feast on fresh trout at one of the town's atmospheric restaurants or, for a magical experience, visit the birthplace of Inca culture on the Island of the Sun.

Days 34-36 La Paz

If multicoloured scarves, woolly hats, alpaca gloves and woven bags are on the shopping list, then hitting La Paz's markets is a must-do.

Intrepid Travel Ltd

For travellers with a yearning to get off the beaten track, Intrepid opens up a whole new world. With a huge variety of travel styles available, Intrepid travellers explore the world's most amazing places - discovering real people, real cultures and having incredible real life experiences along the way.

    

or call:

0845 344 7642