Peru - Bolivia - Colombia
The Spirit of South America
A vibrant two-week luxury South America trip
Best time to travel
From April to December
Recommended for
Groups & Friends, Couples & Honeymoon
Duration
15 Days / 14 Nights
Price from
$16800
per person
The Spirit of South America is a vibrant two-week journey linking the cultural icons, natural wonders, and living traditions of Peru, Bolivia, and Colombia. Designed around smart flight connections and immersive experiences, this trip reveals the continent at its most inspiring and diverse.
Begin in Lima with privileged entry to remarkable private art collections and a table at Central, one of the world’s most celebrated restaurants. Continue into the Andes to meet master weavers in the Sacred Valley, hike the one-day Inca Trail, and explore Machu Picchu at dawn before discovering Cusco’s hidden corners.
Cross into Bolivia for a blend of high-altitude culture and surreal landscapes. Wander the neighborhoods of La Paz, then fly to the edge of the world to spend two nights on the Salar de Uyuni in a private Airstream, a rare chance to sleep under a sky bright with stars.
Your journey ends on Colombia’s Caribbean coast, where the walled city of Cartagena welcomes you with colonial charm, tropical rhythms, and vibrant energy. A private yacht carries you to Barú’s white sands for a serene finale by the sea.
This is South America distilled, ancient and modern, highland and coast, culinary and cultural, all woven into one seamless adventure.
Highlights
- Explore Lima’s creative spirit, from private art collections to a tasting menu at world-renowned Central.
- Meet master Andean weavers in the Sacred Valley and hike the one-day Inca Trail into Machu Picchu.
- Discover Cusco’s iconic temples, markets, and lesser-known artistic gems with expert local guides.
- Cross into Bolivia to experience La Paz’s dynamic culture and dramatic high-altitude setting.
- Sleep in a private Airstream on the Salar de Uyuni and explore its vast, otherworldly landscapes by 4×4.
- Wander Cartagena’s colonial Old Town and unwind on Barú’s turquoise shores by private yacht.
Daily Summary
The Spirit of South America
A vibrant two-week luxury South America trip
15 Days / 14 Nights
Lima, Cusco, Machu Picchu, La Paz, Uyuni, Cartagena, Isla Baru, Salta
All elements of these journey will be tailormade to your interests and travel style.
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Day 1
Arrival in Lima
Lima
Arrive to a warm Aracari welcome and private tarmac reception before settling into your boutique Barranco hotel. Enjoy the evening at leisure as you prepare for your South American journey.
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Day 2
Private Art Collections & Dinner at Central
Lima
Explore two rarely visited private art collections in Barranco with a specialist curator before returning to your hotel to refresh. In the evening, savor an unforgettable tasting menu at Central.
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Day 3
Fly to Cusco & Meet the Master Weavers
Lima - Cusco
Fly to Cusco and travel to Huayoccari to meet Nilda Callañaupa and the weavers preserving ancient Andean textile traditions. Continue to your eco-retreat in the Sacred Valley for a peaceful night.
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Day 4
One-Day Inca Trail to Machu Picchu
Cusco - Machu Picchu
Board the Vistadome to KM104 and begin the one-day Inca Trail, visiting Wiñay Wayna before entering Machu Picchu through the Sun Gate. Overnight at the Belmond Sanctuary Lodge beside the ruins.
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Day 5
Machu Picchu at Dawn & Train to Cusco
Machu Picchu - Cusco
Return early to explore Machu Picchu with your guide, with the option to hike Huayna Picchu. Descend to Aguas Calientes for your train to Cusco and settle into your luxury hotel for the evening.
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Day 6
Cusco’s Icons & Hidden Corners
Cusco
Discover Cusco’s temples, plazas, markets, and hillside fortress of Sacsayhuaman, followed by an intimate exploration of lesser-known museums and sites. Dine tonight at Cicciolina’s chef’s table.
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Day 7
Into Bolivia: Cusco to La Paz
Cusco - Juliaca - La Paz
Fly to Juliaca and cross the border by private vehicle, taking in Andean scenery en route to La Paz. Check into the MET Hotel and enjoy the evening at leisure in Bolivia’s dynamic high-altitude capital.
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Day 8
Flight to Uyuni & Airstream on the Salt Flats
La Paz - Uyuni
Fly to Uyuni and settle into your private Airstream, positioned directly on the salt flats. Enjoy sunset on the horizonless expanse and stargaze under one of the clearest skies on Earth.
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Day 9
Full-Day Exploration of the Salar de Uyuni
Uyuni
Explore the vast salt flats by 4×4, visiting Incahuasi Island or mirror-like wet-season surfaces, depending on conditions. Enjoy a picnic on the flats before returning to your Airstream retreat.
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Day 10
Return to La Paz & Evening at Leisure
Uyuni - La Paz- Lima-
Fly back to La Paz and enjoy the afternoon your way, relax at your hotel or explore more of the city. Later, take your late-night flight to Lima to connect seamlessly with onward travel.
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Day 11
Arrival in Cartagena
Lima - Cartagena
Wake in Lima and continue to Cartagena. Settle into your boutique hotel inside the walled Old Town and spend the afternoon soaking up the city’s warm Caribbean energy.
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Day 12
Exploring Cartagena’s Old Town
Cartagena
Explore Cartagena’s cobbled lanes, leafy plazas, and colonial mansions with a private guide. Enjoy the rest of your day discovering cafés, galleries, and lively evening salsa spots.
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Day 13
By Private Yacht to Barú
Isla Baru
Board a private speedboat to Barú, where turquoise waters and white sands await. Check into a luxury beach resort and enjoy the slow, tropical pace of island life.
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Day 14
Relax on Barú’s Shores
Salta
Spend a sun-soaked day enjoying the Caribbean coast—lounging by the pool, swimming in calm coves, or indulging in spa treatments surrounded by sea breezes.
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Day 15
Departure from Cartagena
Salta
Transfer by boat and vehicle back to Cartagena Airport for your international flight home, concluding a journey that spans the cultural, historic, and natural spirit of South America.
Travel Designer
Mark Green
I'm Mark, a British expat living in Palma de Mallorca, Spain together with my Peruvian wife. Before joining Aracari in 2013, I worked as a Tour and Expedition leader across South America. I'm passionate about helping travelers plan their adventures, and enjoy photography, hiking, and soccer. Some of my favorite travel experiences include spotting jaguars in the wild at Tambopata Research Center, hiking through Chile's Torres del Paine National Park, and visiting Rainbow Mountain in...
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