Lima to Cusco to La Paz

Pick up at your hotel or hostel in Lima (if staying in an Airbnb send us an email).

Choose between 2 bus options from Lima:

7am Cultural Route:

Allows you to stop at places like Mirasur to witness a Peruvian horse show (free)

6am Express Route:

Direct 3.5 hour bus to Paracas (ideal for those short on time and for some would rather not spend 1 night in Paracas)

• Go on a quad bike tour through the Paracas National Reserve. For more information click here!
• Paraglide over Peru’s largest protected natural habitat. For more information click here!
• Go on the amazing Golden Shadows Trek and witness one of the best sunsets in Peru. For more information click here!
• Practice kitesurfing on some of Peru's best waves.
• Chill out by the pool or the beach and take advantage of the year-round sunny weather
• Paracas National Reserve where the desert meets the sea, a truly unbelievable sight (free with your Peru Hop wristband)
• Enjoy ceviche, the national dish of Peru, on the rooftop of Restaurant Paracas – home to one of the best views in town (exclusive discount when you show your Peru Hop wristband)

Ballestas Islands: See native wildlife such as penguins, sea lions, marine birds and sometimes even dolphins or whales. The tour of the ‘poor man’s Galapagos’ lasts about 2 hours and begins at 08:00am or 10:00am.

We recommend staying in Paracas at least 1 night.

This will allow you to do BOTH the Ballestas Islands and the Paracas National Reserve (not possible to do both unless you stay a night).

This also allows time to do some other activities, as well as get to know your other Hopsters on your 1st night of your trip as most people usually go out for food and drinks together.

Peru Hop Insider Tip: For those very short on time, you can take the 6am Express bus from Lima to Paracas, do the Ballestas Islands OR the National Reserve, and then take the 1pm bus from Paracas to Huacachina (Hopstage 2).

As always, if you love Paracas, you can hop off and stay as long as you want!. You can decide this up to 12 hours before the next bus!

Book your own hotel or check below for our recommended partners who offer special deals to Peru Hop passengers. Accommodation CAN be reserved with your Peru Hop onboard guide but we recommend this option mainly for dorm rooms as a lot of private rooms sell out in advance.

Click here to see our recommended accommodations with discounts for this pass.

Meeting point in Paracas is Los Frayles Hotel (within 50 metres of all major hostels and hotels).

Buses depart at 12:30pm sharp.

• Explore the only desert oasis in South America
• Visit a Pisco Vineyard and learn all about how the national drink of Peru is made
• Relax by the pool and soak in the heat of the desert

Dune buggy and Sandboarding: Guaranteed to be one of the most adrenaline-filled activities you’ve experienced in your life! Dune Buggy through the dunes of the desert, sandboard down and finish it all off by taking some stunning snaps of the desert sunset at the end. The tour begins at 16:00pm and lasts 2 hours.

We recommend at least 1 night in Huacachina as this gives you time to do the Dune Buggy and Sandboarding, as well as the Pisco Vineyard Tour and still have enough time to climb the dunes and marvel at the incredible Oasis. Huacachina is also famous for its nightly BBQ and our guides often host free salsa lessons.

As always, if you love Huacachina, you can hop off and stay as long as you want! You can decide this up to 12 hours before the next bus!

Book your own hotel/hostel or see below for our recommended partners who offer special deals to Peru Hop passengers. Accommodation CAN be reserved with your Peru Hop onboard guide but we recommend this mainly for dorm rooms as a lot of private rooms sell out in advance.

Meeting point in Huacachina is Carola Lodge (within 50 metres of all major hostels and hotels).

Buses depart at 10:30am sharp.

• Discover the Ruta del Sillar, a UNESCO World Heritage of Humanity site that takes you back to the origins of the Arequipa. For more information click here!
• Go white water rafting on the Chili River. For more information click here!
• Explore the marvelous snow-capped volcano Misti

Nazca Lines Flight: If you want to do the Nazca Lines Flight, you can sign up for the private shuttle service (cost: $15) that we help organize through our onboard guide. The shuttle departs Huacachina at 7:30 am, you take the flight at 11 am and then you can meet our Peru Hop bus at 7 pm in Nazca.

For more information about the Nazca Lines Flight, click here.

For more information about the private shuttle, contact us or ask your guide on board.

Colca Canyon Tour or Trek:

• 1 day tour (not much walking/trekking): Starts at 3am, finishes 5pm same day. Ideal for those very short on time
• 2 day/1 night tour (not much trekking): Starts at 8am, finishes 5pm the next day. A more relaxed trip to the canyon with an overnight stay in local town of Chivay. Possible to start this tour on same day the Peru Hop bus arrives.
• Treks: 2day and 3day options. Start at 3am. The harder option as you trek down into the Canyon but what goes down must come up. 1 day altitude acclimatisation needed before starting any trek.

We recommend spending at least 2 nights in Arequipa so that you have plenty of time to enjoy the “White City” (a nickname for Arequipa which comes from its architecture of white volcanic sillar stone). You can visit Colca Canyon from here, the second biggest canyon on the planet. You can also visit Misti, an impressive snow-capped volcano overlooking the city. If planning a tour/trek of Colca Canyon make sure to add a day or 2 to your schedule. Ask our guides if you need some help deciding! 

As always, if you love Arequipa, you can hop off and stay as long as you want! You can decide this up to 12 hours before the next bus!

Book your own hotel/hostel or see below for our recommended partners who offer special deals to Peru Hop passengers. Accommodation CAN be reserved with your Peru Hop onboard guide but we recommend this mainly for dorm rooms as a lot of private rooms sell out in advance.

Pick up at your hotel or hostel in central Arequipa.

Bus starts pickups between 5:15am – 5:45am. Your pick up time will be on your confirmation once you put your hotel/hostel.

• Explore the historic city of Cusco
• Venture to the Sacred Valley and explore the gorgeous trails and fascinating archaeological sites built by the Incas
• Go white water rafting (Urubamba/Apurimac rivers)
• Go quad biking near the fascinating Moray terraces and Maras salt flats
• Go horseback riding to local places such as Qenko, Temple of the Moon, Puka Pukara, Tambomachay and more

Machu Picchu: Do a trek (Classic Inca Trail or Salkantay), a combined trek/biking tour (Inka Jungle Trek) or take the train roundtrip from Cusco (can be done as a full day but 2 days staying the night before in Aguas Calientes is advised).

Rainbow Mountain: Discover this mind-blowing natural wonder, famous for its many colors creating a “rainbow” effect. Only recently discovered, it’s become one of Peru’s must-see attractions. If you want to learn more, click here!

We recommend spending at least 3-4 nights in Cusco, (not including a trek to Machu Picchu) so that you can experience as much of the Inca capital as possible. From the jaw-dropping Rainbow Mountain to the impressive fortress of Sacsayhuamán overlooking the city, there are endless amazing activities and things to see in Cusco. Ask our guides for more information if you’re not sure about what to do!

As always, if you love Cusco, you can hop off and stay as long as you want! You can decide this up to 12 hours before the next bus!

Unfortunately, we do not offer special discounts for hotels/hostels in Cusco. Just book independently from one of the many options to choose from for all types of travelers. Feel free to ask us for advice on where to stay if you’re unsure!

Note: For legal reasons, buses are not allowed to enter the historical center of Cusco which is where most hostels and hotels are located in the city. For this reason, we cannot provide our normal pick-up and drop-off service here. However, after you arrive at our bus terminal located on the outskirts of the city, we will pay for private transport to take you to your hotel/hostel provided it is located close to the center.

Peru Hop Private Terminal just 10/15 minutes from hotels/hostels. Click here to view map (address will be on booking confirmation).

Bus departs at 9:30pm sharp.

• Overnight stay on Isla Amantani with a local family (for more info just ask your guide)
• Visit the captivating Sillustani burial towers
• Kayak on the highest navigable lake in the world

Lake Titicaca Tour: See how locals build and live on the Uros Floating Islands of Lake Titicaca, the highest navigable lake in the world.

We recommend spending 1 night in Puno so that you can enjoy both the city and the magnificent Lake Titicaca. You can take a day tour of the islands on the lake (including the famous Floating Islands of Uros), or experience a homestay with a native family if you have a little more time to add to your schedule. This can be booked onboard with Peru Hop. Just ask our guides for any tips and advice!

As always, if you love Puno, you can hop off and stay as long as you want! You can decide this up to 12 hours before the next bus!

Book your own hotel/hostel or see below for our recommended partners who offer special deals to Peru Hop passengers. Accommodation CAN be reserved with your Peru Hop onboard guide but we recommend this mainly for dorm rooms as a lot of private rooms sell out in advance.

Pick up at your hotel or hostel in central Puno.

Bus starts pickups between 7:30am – 8:00am. Your pick up time will be on your confirmation once you put your hotel/hostel.

• Climb ‘El Calvario’ hill for amazing panoramic views of Lake Titicaca at sunset
• Visit the sacred church and pilgrimage center of the Basilica de Nuestra Senora de Copacabana
• Hire a kayak or duck-shaped pedal boat and head out onto the lake
• Relax lakeside with a cold beer and dine on the local speciality of freshly caught lake trout

Isla del Sol: According to Inca legend this small island in the middle of Lake Titicaca was home to the sun god Inti, and was the mythical birthplace of the original founders of the Inca Empire. A 4-hour round trip voyage in our private boat takes you out to see the ancestral terracing and ruins of the southern part of the island as well as the existing island communities (includes a 1-hour walk from the original sun temple to the small island town of Yumani).

Not Included:  Island Entry Ticket (10Bs)

We recommend spending at least 1 night in Copacabana so that you can get to know the city. From fascinating cultural offerings to stunning lookout points of Lake Titicaca, Copacabana is a wonderful place to experience the best of Bolivia. Ask our guides for more tips if you’re not sure of what you want to do!

As always, if you love Copacabana, you can hop off and stay as long as you want! You can decide this up to 12 hours before the next bus!

Book your own hotel/hostel or see below for our recommended partners who offer special deals to Peru Hop passengers. Accommodation CAN be reserved with your Peru Hop onboard guide but we recommend this mainly for dorm rooms as a lot of private rooms sell out in advance.

Meeting point in Copacabana is White Anchor in Copacabana Port (within walking distance from all major hostels and hotels).

Buses depart at 6pm sharp.

• Take the newly constructed Teleferico (cable car) for the most stunning views of the city
• Visit the famous witches' market and buy souvenirs for your friends and family back home
• Learn the history of the coca leaf and its continued use in indigenous culture at the Coca Museum
• Feel like you're on top of the world as you climb to the summit of Huayna Potosi – 6000+m (3 days)

Death Road: One of Bolivia’s top attractions, this activity is not for the faint-hearted. Death Road is perfect for all adrenaline-loving travelers and is among the most challenging activities you can do in South America.

We recommend spending at least 2-3 days in La Paz, so that you can really get to know this city at the heart of Bolivia. From its modern cable car system to the otherworldly moon valley just outside of the city, explore everything that the highest capital city in the world has to offer!

As always, if you love La Paz, you can hop off and stay as long as you want! You can decide this up to 12 hours before the next bus!

Unfortunately, we do not offer special discounts for hotels/hostels in La Paz. Just book independently from one of the many options to choose from for all types of travelers. Feel free to ask us for advice on where to stay if you’re unsure!