Machu Picchu to Cartagena

Pack your things and check in at your nearest international airport for your flight to Lima. Get excited as you fly into South America.

Arrive to Lima, meet and greet and transfer to the Villa Barranco hotel for one night. Spend any free time exploring the pretty neighbourhood of Barranco.

From Lima, take the short flight to Cusco in the heart of the Andes. On arrival transfer through the dramatic landscape towards the charming town of Pisac and discover one of the most beautiful Inca archaeological sites in the Sacred Valley. Continue to the Inkari Museum, where you will take a guided tour and learn all about the pre-Hispanic history of Peru.

Next, head to the Museum of Living Culture of Yucay where you can meet and feed llamas and alpacas, and learn traditional textile weaving and dying techniques from local indigenous people. The next 2 nights are spent at the boutique Andenia Hotel, close to the town of Huycho in the Sacred Valley of the Incas.

Start your day of adventure at the circular agricultural terraces of Moray which were used to recreate different types of microclimates. The terraces became an experimental farming laboratory, allowing a diverse range of crops to grow within a small area.

From there visit Maras, the famous pre-Hispanic salt mines that offer a spectacular contrast between the shimmering white wells and the lush green valley. Finally, visit Ollantaytambo, a picturesque town continuously inhabited since Inca times, where we will visit the imposing fortress overlooking the town known for its 'living culture'.

Transfer to the train station in Ollantaytambo for the scenic train journey through the Andes to visit one of the Seven Wonders of the World: Machu Picchu. The Lost City of the Incas stands with its ancient terraces, stairways, ceremonial precincts, and urban areas, emanating an incredible energy of deep culture and history. After your guided visit, continue by train to Ollantaytambo or Poroy where you will be transferred by road to Cusco and the luxury of the Palacio del Inka hotel, adjacent to Koricancha, Temple of the Sun.

Today you’ll explore Cusco starting with Sacsayhuamán, an imposing ceremonial fortress with massive structures set overlooking the city. From there, you can enjoy a panoramic view of the Inca sanctuary Qenqo, an ancient temple containing a ritual sacrificial altar. Lastly, go to the Puca Pucará watchtower and Tambomachay, a monument of remarkable architectural mastery.

Join a private guided city tour starting in the San Blas district with its blend of Inca and Spanish culture to discover Cusco’s main square and cathedral, and finish your day by marvelling at Koricancha, the once-golden Temple of the Sun.

Bid a fond farewell to the Andes, cherishing the memories etched into every step of your journey. Transfer to Cusco airport for your flight to Bogota. Transfer to the Hotel Casa Legado where you will stay two nights, and use the remainder of the day at your leisure.

Uncover Bogota's historic La Candelaria district, rich in cultural heritage and Spanish colonial architecture. Highlights include Plaza de Bolivar with its Simon Bolivar statue, the Capitol housing the congress, and the Botero Museum displaying art by Botero, Picasso, and more. Visit the Gold Museum's 32,000 gold and precious artifact collection. The afternoon is yours to enjoy as you wish, perhaps listening to live music or sampling delicious local cuisine such as a bandeja paisa.

After breakfast, take the short flight from Bogota to Pereira in the heart of the coffee region. On arrival transfer to Finca del Café for an immersive coffee farm experience. A guided tour of the plantation covers planting, manual picking, and pulping. You'll roast coffee beans in a traditional kitchen, offering an authentic experience. Witness the innovative drying and processing of coffee beans. Afterward, transfer to the Sazagua Hotel for a 2 night stay.

In the morning depart for the Valle de Cocora in Quindío, which showcases Colombia's national tree, the gigantic "Quindian wax palm". Observe diverse bird species, including hummingbirds and the endangered palm parrots while you explore a cloud forest on foot or horseback. Return from the valley using the ecological pathway along River Quindío, once again admiring the sheer size of the wax palms.

In the afternoon, visit Salento for the colourful balconies and interesting architecture, as well as the Cocora viewpoint. Continue to Filandia for amazing colonial architecture, delicious local coffee shops, and a welcoming regional atmosphere before returning to your hotel close to Pereira.

After breakfast it's time to transfer to Pereira airport to fly to Cartagena on the Carribean Coast. The next 2 nights are at Hotel Quadrifolio, a small luxury hotel with loads of character. The building dates back to the 17th century and has been meticulously restored. If time allows, explore Cartagena and all of its colourful charm on your own.

Your private city tour of Cartagena starts with a panoramic view of the city from the Monasterio and Iglesia de La Popa where you can enjoy 360º views of the city and the sea. Continue to the San Felipe Fortress, which was built to defend the city from pirates, then head to the Old City to visit the 17th century Convent and Church of San Pedro Claver. Your tour ends at the Bovedas, a photogenic collection of archways built into the city wall of Cartagena. Nowadays it’s an artisan centre where one can appreciate local crafts.

After breakfast and transfer to the airport to take your flight home, along with all the incredible memories you have gathered over your journey.

Fly back into your home country and start looking through all the pictures you took from your amazing trip!