11 Days

Amazon to the Andes & Lake Titicaca 11 Days

Dificulty:
Facil

Altitude:
3500 m.s.n.m

A journey through Peru’s most iconic ecosystems and cultures – from the depths of the Amazon rainforest to the heights of the Andes and the sacred Lake Titicaca.

This immersive 11-day expedition connects three of Peru’s most awe-inspiring regions in one unforgettable itinerary. Begin your adventure in Lima and venture deep into the lush Amazon rainforest of Tambopata. Stay in a jungle lodge, encounter incredible wildlife, and learn from native communities. Then, fly to Cusco and explore the ancient heart of the Inca Empire – from the historic city center to the Sacred Valley and the awe-inspiring citadel of Machu Picchu. Finally, cross the Andes to the legendary Lake Titicaca, visiting the floating Uros Islands and the unique culture of Taquile Island.

This curated experience combines nature, culture, history, and indigenous traditions, offering the perfect blend of adventure and insight for the curious traveler.

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival to Lima

At arrival to the Lima airport, an Edgar Adventures representative will meet you and transfer you to One of Lima´s most traditional Districts by the coast.

Explore the Lima streets by your own and observe the Pacific Ocean from the coastal areas.
accommodation and overnight in Lima.
- Included: Private transport, guide assistance at arrival, 01-night accommodation

Day 2: Arrival in Puerto Maldonado & transport to the lodge

Early transfer to the airport for a flight from Lima to Puerto Maldonado, the gate way city to the Amazon rainforest.
Upon arrival our guide will meet you at the airport and take you to the port for a transfer by boat to your jungle lodge, it might take 45minutes to 3 hours depending on which lodge you have elected. Soon the relaxing rainforest sounds will surround you. Extra walks some time is necessary.
Upon arrival at the lodge, your naturalists’ guides will brief you about the variety of included activities for an unforgettable & enjoyable stay. Many of the lodges are located at the boarder of the national park, within the territory of the Ese’eja native community and are built with the same materials and architectural techniques as those used by native communities throughout the Amazon.
Enjoy dinner and have the rest of the evening at your leisure.
Overnight at the Lodge
- Included: Transport, guide assistance, entrances to the national park, 01 Night accommodation with full board & Lodge program and activities.

Day 3: Amazon excursion & Activities

Be ready at dawn for your first Amazon adventure. With the first day light you may be able to spot turtles, hoatzins, toucans, caimans, many types of monkeys and if you’re lucky the endangered giant river otters. Return to the lodge for lunch, after a short rest your expert naturalist guide will take you into the forest to observe the flora and numerous indigenous plants.
After a delicious dinner. Be ready as Jungle comes to life again. you’ll head out into the jungle for a night walk. And try to spot the nocturnal creatures that come out. Experiencing the jungle on a dark trail with only a flashlight, is an incredible experience.
Alternatively, you can simply relax to the sounds of the jungle in your cabana hammock.
Note: The rainforest experiment’s different seasons that might affect the order of activities. Then Your Amazon naturalist guides will inform of the activities that you will enjoy each day.
- Included: Jungle activities, expert naturalist guides, 01 Night accommodation will full board

Day 4: Amazon excursion & Activities

After breakfast, enjoy of a jungle hike to learn about the local native communities that inhabit the rainforest and how they live in harmony with their environment. As well spot some of the rare amazon birds, you may see toucans as well as numerous other different species of monkeys and if we are lucky some sloths.
Return to the lodge for lunch based on the local jungle products and will have time to rest and relax before setting out for another tour. To learn about the fruits and vegetables that local communities grow.
Return before dark to the jungle lodge to have lunch with the amusing melodies of the rainforest, that will surely remain as a lifetime memory in the Peruvian rainforest.
- Included: Jungle activities, expert naturalist guides, 01 Night accommodation will full board.

Day 5: Cusco

After breakfasting our guide will take you to the airport in Puerto Maldonado city: Leaving the lodge is an experience for you to fly to Cusco. Upon arrival to the airport, An Edgar Adventures representative will meet you for the drive to the elected hotel.
Have the rest of the afternoon at your own peace, exploring the picturesque Cusco streets that fascinate with its blend of Incan walls with Spanish buildings on top.
- Included: Transport, guide assistance.

Day 6: Cusco city tour

Spend the morning around the San Blas neighborhood hutting for some art pieces.

In the early afternoon experience the Cusco city tour that includes the visit to impressive Incan temples & ceremonial sites around Cusco city Like; Sacsayhuaman and its megalithic constructions, Qénko, Puka Pukara and Tambo Machay a temple dedicated to the water.
Then Visit the Cathedral & observe some of the finest Inca stonework at the Koricancha, the holiest Incan ritual site in the area. Return to your hotel and free time at leisure to explore the ancient capital of the Incas, its picturesque streets, souvenirs shops, splendid Cusco restaurants. Don’t forget warm clothing.
Overnight at Cusco Hotel.
- Included: Transport, guide, entrances, 01-night accommodation.

Day 7: Sacred Valley of the Incas Tour + Overnight at Machupicchu

After breakfast we travel to the Sacred Valley of the Incas, the amazing landscapes and Andean mountains views accompany us in our journey, as we see traditional villages, farming scenes & colorful clotting. Then we descend to the sacred Valley of the Incas and note that Incan people found in this as a paradise for farming and develop advanced irrigation techniques. Later in Pisac town on a side of the Urubamba River visit the Pisac traditional food market and the handy crafts market one of the best and recognized in Peru. We continue exploring the Valley, Lunch at a very nice place in Urubamba before we reach The Ollantaytambo Village an authentic Inca living town we ascend to The Ollantaytambo ruins an outstanding ritual site, formed by enormous beautifully carved stones, and wonder how come they could transport megalithic blocks at such a location. Enjoy of the same impressive views, Pachacuteq the great Inca emperor had over the valley. Later it was used as a fortress by Manco Inca Yupanqui in the final inca’s rebellion against the Spanish invasion. Breathe the Incan history and unique architecture.
At 15:45pm approximately we finish the Tour in Ollantaytambo. Have a small walk at the Village before to catch a 1h.30min. train ride to Aguas Calientes, the town at the bottom of the Machupicchu Mountain. At Arrival get contacted at the train station and conducted to the Elected Hotel at Aguas Calientes.
Overnight at Aguas Calientes Hotel.
- Included: Transport, guide, entrances, 01 buffet Lunch, 01-night accommodation

Day 8: Machupicchu Full day Tour and return to Cusco

Early after breakfasting Your guide will lead, you to take a 20-minute bus ride to Machu Picchu. There you have a guided walking tour through this true marvel of the ancient world. Visit its many ritual areas and observe the exquisite Incan architecture amongst a surreal environment formed by the surrounding mountains. After the tour feel free to explore the site or climb to the Huayna Picchu peak (recommended only for fit travelers - And needs to be reserved due to a limit number of hikers, it is a great experience). Before head into town for a late lunch. Then we take the train back to Poroy or Ollantaytambo train station from there we transfer you to your elected hotel in Cusco.
Overnight in Cusco.
- Included: Bus up-down to Machupicchu, entrance fee, guide, return train, transport to Cusco, 01-night accommodation.

Day 9: Tour Bus to Puno and Lake Titicaca

Transfer from your Cusco hotel to the Bus Terminal to board the Tour bus Coach. Later we traverse the Cusco valley and enjoy of the great Andes landscapes, on the way visit the Andahuaylillas Church known as the Sistine chapel of the America’s. Later visit Rajchi Temple the tallest Incan construction, Buffet lunch close to Sicuani town, stop at La Raya pass the highest point on our way, descending to the highlands Visit the Pukara.
Upon arrival to Puno city, transfer you to your elected Puno hotel. Our representative will give you a detailed program explanation
Overnight in Puno Hotel.
- Included: Transfers, Tour Bus Transport with guide, entrances, Buffet Lunch.

Day 10: Titicaca Lake day

Early transfer to the port. Then by motorboat we visit the Uros floating Islands. Stepping on them feels very much like a waterbed, but it is quite safe. We see the houses, the islands and meet its friendly inhabitants. Uros people are descendants of one of the oldest South American groups. Rides on traditional reed boats can be arranged. We visit two of the 90 islands before continuing to Taquile Island.
There a unique community can be observed. visit the communal cooperative where you will find handy craft textiles of high quality. Lunch at one of the many local restaurants. The views are magnificent. depart back to Puno City. Transfer you to your Puno hotel.
- Included: Transfers, Boat Transport, guide, entrances, Lunch.

Day 11: Departure from Puno

At the recommended time transfer to the airport in Juliaca nor the bus terminal to continue with your Peru adventures.
- Included: Transport, guide assistance.7
- Not Included: International & Domestic flights: Lima – Cusco – Lima, Meals not mentioned