Whether it's from the Bolivian or Peruvian side, Lake Titicaca's islands are enchanting. Everyone will love a cruise on Lake Titicaca.

South America

On these pages you will find ideas for a trip to Peru to help you prepare for your trip. All these ideas are there just to get your imagination going; you can alter, mix and match them as you please. Your local agent will help you create a unique and unforgettable trip, just for you! Peru has three distinct parts, each with its own character: the Pacific coast, which is the most densely populated; the Andes range, with the highest mountain being the towering Huascarán at 6,768 metres; and the Amazon, which covers the largest part of the country. If you’re going, start with the must-see: Machu Picchu – fortunately not found by the Conquistadors – rediscovered in 1911. You should visit it at dawn to see the ruins shrouded in mist. This extraordinary site still clasps a few secrets to its bosom. Not far away, the Andes range draw ramblers and trekkers to magnificent landscapes. The ultimate rambling experience is the Inca Trail through exceptional archaeological sites. During your stay in Peru, you must stop in Cusco, the former capital of the Inca Empire. The Spanish erected their buildings, especially religious ones, over Inca constructions which they systematically destroyed, only sparing their characteristic foundations, which are still visible today with their large, perfectly cut and fitted stones. A voyage out of time awaits you in Cusco.

Peru

Lake Titicaca

Halfway between La Paz and Lake Titicaca, Sorata village is less than 10 000 ft high in altitude and acts as a base for hiking in the surroundings.  Trekking lovers beware !

Bolivia

Sorata

Kunu Pampa Glacier is located in the Cordillera Real, the "Himalayas of the New World", in the heart of the La Paz region.

Kunu Pampa

Nicknamed the "lagoon of birds", Ajwani Lagooncan be explored during a trek in the Cordillera Real.

Laguna Ajoyani

Sat at 3,600 metres above sea level, La Paz is the highest capital city in the world! Yes, Sucre has been upstaged, but it's still the constitutional capital of Bolivia!

La Paz

Uruguay

The Galapagos Islands

Patagonia

Europe

Central America

Africa

North America

Asia

Middle East

Oceania

After spending months alone on the Andean roads, I found a French friend who had recently moved to La Paz with her Bolivian friend. What better way to explore the city than with someone who lives there? We walked around the city centre and stopped off in the touristy but pleasant Linares street, home to the famous "witches market" (mercado de las brujas) full of all kinds of charms including llama fetuses which, when buried under the foundations of new houses, are said to bring good luck... The street also led me to the upscale neighbourhood of Sopocachi, a much quieter area which is inhabited by the upper classes and by expats of all kinds. From Monticulo park, you can see pretty houses and beautiful views of the mountains surrounding the city. As someone who loves markets, I took myself to the neighbourhood of El Alto which, as its name suggests, is the highest part of the city. It stands 4,000 metres above sea level! Going by yourself isn't really recommended, but I haven't yet had any problems even though I was the only tourist... Although I won't find any souvenirs there (unless I want to bring back some tyres or other car parts), I mainly go for the atmosphere and for the spectacular views of the city centre and the mountains! One evening with her friend, we went to see a national Bolivian league football match in the great Hernando Siles Olympic Stadium. I don't remember the name of the winning team but I remember it was the team we were supporting! But that was no big deal for me, I personally went for the atmosphere of the stadium...

Sat at 3,600 metres above sea level, La Paz is the highest capital city in the world! Yes, Sucre has been upstaged, but it's still the constitutional capital of Bolivia!

La Paz Vacations

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