From The Amazon To Machu Picchu: Colombia & Peru Route

4 December 2026 – 13 December 2026 | 9 Nights, 10 Days
Tour details

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS & IMPORTANT INFORMATION

PARTICIPATION REQUIREMENTS

We do not accept guests under 14 years of age for this tour. Our tours are organized with a minimum participation requirement of 20 people. If sufficient participation is not achieved, the final cancellation notification date is 20 days prior to the tour start date. Tours cancelled due to insufficient participation will be communicated to you through your travel agency.

VISA

Ordinary Passport: Visa not required. Green Passport: Visa not required. Service Passport: Visa not required. You must have a passport valid for at least 6 months from the end date of your trip and issued no more than 10 years ago. In destinations where a visa is required, the visa application must be made using the documents specified in the "Documents Required for Visa" list provided by your travel agency. To avoid issues with customs police at the border of the country being visited due to torn, worn, wet, or otherwise damaged passports; such passports must be renewed, and if the destination country requires a visa for Turkish citizens, the relevant visa must be on the new passport. In case of non-compliance, responsibility lies with the traveler. For our guests under 18 years of age traveling alone or with only one parent, there may be a request by the police officer at the country's entry/exit points for a document showing joint parental consent; therefore, we recommend that guests under 18 and their parents pay special attention to this matter.

HEALTH

We do not anticipate any health issues related to food. We recommend avoiding tap water and consuming bottled water. Please do not forget to bring necessary medications such as stomach and diarrhea remedies, vitamins, and medicines for dizziness, vomiting, headaches, colds, and blood pressure conditions if needed.

FLIGHT DURATION

Istanbul Bogota 13 hours 25 minutes Bogota Istanbul 15 hours 25 minutes

EXTRA TOURS & ACTIVITIES

Extra tours and activities are organized by the local agency providing services with a minimum participation requirement of 20 people, and participation is not mandatory. If the required number is not met, tours may not take place, or extra tour/activity prices, content, and vehicles used may vary depending on the number of participants. Additionally, the dates and times of extra tours/activities may be changed by the guide based on whether museums, historical sites, or venues are open/closed and weather conditions.

ACCOMMODATION

During periods such as fairs, congresses, concerts, events, sports tournaments, etc., hotels may be located further than the specified kilometers. Triple rooms are assigned based on hotel availability; in these rooms, the bed provided for the third person may be smaller than standard beds. Triple rooms consist of one large bed and one additional bed. Since additional beds are foldable or known as coach beds, participants (third person and/or children) are deemed to have accepted potential crowding in the room and the type of bed. Child discounts apply to one child staying with two adults within the age group specified in the pricing section. Breakfasts included in the tour services are served according to the breakfast culture of the country visited, generally as a continental breakfast consisting of butter, jam, bread, tea, or coffee, and may be served in a separate hall allocated for the group.

CURRENCY

The currency of Peru is the Peruvian Nuevo Sol, and the currency of Colombia is the Colombian Peso. It is advisable to carry US Dollars (USD).

TIME ZONE

There is an 8-hour difference between Turkey and Colombia. When it is 12:00 in Turkey, it is 04:00 in Colombia.

PHONE USAGE

Your mobile phone line can be used if it is enabled for international calls (roaming).

CLOTHING AND ESSENTIAL ITEMS

If traveling during summer season, we recommend bringing easily wearable t-shirts, short and long-sleeved shirts, cotton pants, shorts, comfortable walking shoes, a light jacket, and a thin sweater for evenings. Additionally, you may bring a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, earplugs for possible noise, a camera, video camera, and their chargers and spare memory cards. During winter season, we recommend clothing that allows comfortable movement and keeps you warm.

FOOD CULTURE

In Peru, seafood and meat are very common. Spices specific to the region are used in cooking, but you will find that the meals provided throughout the tour suit your taste preferences.

ELECTRICITY

In Peru, electricity is 220 volts. Outlets are Type A (two-pin), Type B (three-pin), and Type C (two-pin). In Bolivia, electricity is 220 volts. Outlets are Type A (two-pin) and Type C (two-pin).

SHOPPING

You can purchase souvenirs specific to each country from small and local shops.

IMPORTANT NOTES

Having a valid passport and/or having obtained a visa (for destinations/passports requiring a visa) does not guarantee entry into the country. The passport police have the authority to deny you entry. Bin Rota is not responsible for this situation; responsibility lies with the traveler. BinRota acts as an intermediary between the passenger and the airline and is subject to the 1955 Hague Protocol. There may be risks of delays in scheduled and special flights, or flight times may change prior to the current tour and flight. BinRota is obligated to notify passengers of such changes as soon as possible. Passengers purchase the tour knowing and accepting that flight details may change. Children aged 0-2 do not pay airport taxes or airport service fees. Panoramic city tours included in the tour package are tours lasting a maximum of 2-3 hours, organized for general introduction to cities, conducted panoramically with guide commentary from inside the vehicle, and do not include entrance to museums or historical sites. In cases where panoramic tours, including other tours specified in the program, cannot be visited or entered due to restrictions by local authorities on the day and time of the tour, or due to closed roads caused by any event, or when weather conditions make it impossible to conduct the tour, Bin Rota is not responsible for the inability to conduct said tours. Some tours may be conducted via public transport or on foot, depending on available opportunities, at locations where roads are closed or vehicle access is not permitted.

What's included
  • Round-trip economy class air ticket from Istanbul to Bogota and back with Turkish Airlines
  • Domestic flights within Colombia and Peru: Bogota – Leticia, Iquitos – Lima, Lima – Cusco, and Cusco – Bogota with local airlines
  • Leticia – Santa Rosa local boat crossing and Santa Rosa – Iquitos ferry ticket
  • Total 9 nights accommodation: 3 nights in Bogota, 1 night in Leticia, 2 nights at the Amazon lodge, 1 night in Lima, and 2 nights in Cusco
  • Breakfast included at all accommodations
  • Day 3: Traditional lunch at the Murui maloka and dinner in Leticia
  • Day 8: Buffet lunch after the Machu Picchu tour
  • Round-trip train ticket from Ollantaytambo to Aguas Calientes and Machu Picchu minibus transfers
  • Entrance fee to the Machu Picchu archaeological site
  • All city tours and entrance fees specified in the program: Gold Museum and Botero Museum (Bogota), Monserrate Hill funicular ticket, San Francisco Monastery Catacombs, Museo Oro del Perú (Lima), Cusco Cathedral, Coricancha, and Zipaquirá Salt Cathedral entrance fees
  • All airport – hotel – tour transfers (private vehicle)
  • Turkish-speaking professional guide and local services
  • Mandatory travel insurance
Not included
  • Fees for personal and official items such as exit taxes, visas, etc.
  • All types of personal expenses and hotel extras
  • All services not explicitly specified in the program and included services
  • Optional tours/activities if available in the program
  • Museum and historical site entrance fees not explicitly stated as "visited" in the program
  • Alcoholic/non-alcoholic beverages consumed during included meals if available in the program
  • Domestic connecting flights and domestic transportation fees
  • Tips and driver gratuities are excluded.
  • Due to regional conditions, some entry/footfall fees, local services, and tips can only be paid in cash; these items will be collected once by your guide at the start of the tour. (USD 220 per person)
Tour Program
Istanbul - Bogota
Our tour begins with a meeting at the Istanbul Airport International Departures Terminal. After completing ticket, baggage, and passport procedures, we depart in the morning on a scheduled Turkish Airlines flight to Bogota, spending the new day aboard the aircraft. Upon arrival in Bogota, we transfer to our hotel via a private vehicle arranged for us. Following check-in at the hotel, you will have free time. Overnight stay at our hotel.
Bogota
After breakfast, we depart from our hotel to begin our Bogota city tour. This segment of the tour will first include visits to the Gold Museum and the Botero Museum. The Botero Museum, one of Bogota's most important art museums, features an exceptional collection of works donated by the renowned artist Fernando Botero. Following the museum visit, we will explore La Candelaria, Bogota's oldest neighborhood and the site where the city was originally founded. Here, you can admire Spanish colonial architecture and experience the distinctive charm of the colonial era. Next, we will visit Plaza Bolivar to immerse ourselves in the city's historic atmosphere. Our next stop is Monserrate Hill, where, weather permitting, we will enjoy breathtaking panoramic views of the city and witness a magnificent sunset. We will ascend the hill via funicular, visit the church located at the summit, and take memorable photos. After the tour concludes, we return to our hotel to rest for the evening. Overnight stay at our hotel.
Bogota - Leticia (Colombian Amazon)
After breakfast at the hotel, we transfer to the airport for our flight to Leticia with a local airline. Upon arrival at Leticia Airport, guided by our tour leaders, we take a private vehicle on an approximately 20-minute journey to the Los Kilómetros area. From there, we enjoy a pleasant 1.5-kilometer walk through the forest to reach the maloca of the Murui indigenous community. After being welcomed by the community, we participate in a cultural gathering inside the maloca, accompanied by Taita, the community's spiritual leader, where we gain close insight into Amazonian indigenous cosmology, ceremonial spaces, and traditional cuisine. Next, we join workshops on preparing mambe and huito, enriching the day with a small handicraft workshop where weaving is done using natural plant fibers. For lunch, we dine at the maloca, enjoying local delicacies prepared with ingredients harvested from the community's traditional garden, known as chagra. At the scheduled time, we return to Leticia and explore the city's highlights: we visit a medicinal plants pharmacy, then spend the evening at Santander Park, where hundreds of parrots gather daily to roost, savoring the sunset while indulging in ice cream made from Amazonian fruits and other local treats. Later, we check back into our hotel and have free time to enjoy its facilities, including the swimming pool. Dinner is served at a local restaurant, followed by an overnight stay at the hotel.
Leticia Colombia Amazon - Iquitos Peru Amazon
After breakfast at our hotel, we will vacate our rooms at the specified time and transfer to Leticia pier via private vehicle. From there, a short 10-minute boat ride with a local vessel takes us across to Santa Rosa on the Peruvian side. Upon arrival at Santa Rosa pier, our guide assists us with passport procedures and boarding formalities for the ferry bound for Iquitos. Our ferry journey along the Amazon River toward Iquitos then begins. This approximately 10-hour trip aboard a comfortable ferry equipped with reclining seats will be an unforgettable experience. During the voyage, we will have the opportunity to observe local settlements on the Peruvian side of the Amazon Basin, including traditional stilt houses known as palafitos, built on elevated foundations to cope with potential river flooding. We complete our journey alongside the rainforests stretching along both banks of the Amazon River. Finally, we transfer back to our hotel for overnight stay.
Iquitos Peru Amazon
After breakfast at our lodge, we embark on an exhilarating tour to explore the wildlife of the Amazon rainforest. Accompanied by our guides, we set off on a 45-minute nature hike along forest trails that lead us deep into the heart of the jungle. Along the way, we have the opportunity to observe pink river dolphins, sloths, monkeys, and vibrant bird species in their natural habitats. Upon reaching our destination, we will get a glimpse into the daily lives of indigenous Amazonian communities and enjoy traditional dishes made with fresh, local ingredients unique to Amazonian culture. After a full day of forest exploration and safari activities, we return to our lodge as the sun sets, accompanied by the sounds of the rainforest. Overnight stay at our hotel.
Iquitos Peru Amazon - Lima
After breakfast at the lodge, we will transfer to the airport in a private vehicle for our flight to Lima with a local airline. Upon arrival in Lima, we begin our city tour to closely explore Peru's historical and cultural richness. Our first stop will be Plaza de Armas, where Peru declared its independence in 1821. In this important square of the city, we will see the Presidential Palace, the Archbishop's Palace, and the Lima Cathedral. After the tour of the city square, we will visit the Catacombs, located beneath the San Francisco Monastery, an underground burial site containing the remains of tens of thousands of people. Next, we head to the Surco district to visit the Museo Oro del Perú (Gold Museum), which showcases valuable gold collections from various civilizations around the world. The museum features significant artifacts dating back to pre-colonial times and also houses an extensive collection of approximately 20,000 weapons gathered from different periods and regions globally. Afterwards, we will stop for photos at Parque del Amor (Park of Love). Located in the Miraflores district on cliffs overlooking the Pacific Ocean, the park is famous for its central sculpture, colorful mosaic walls inspired by Gaudí, and love-themed inscriptions. At the end of the tour, we will transfer back to our hotel. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Lima - Cusco
After breakfast at the hotel, we will transfer to the airport for our flight to Cusco with a local airline. Upon arrival in Cusco, we begin our city tour. First, we visit the Cusco Cathedral located near Plaza de Armas. Built in the 16th century, this magnificent structure is one of the most important examples of Spanish colonial architecture. The use of Inca-era stones in its construction has added both historical and cultural layers to the building. Inside, the cathedral houses valuable paintings reflecting the religious art of the period, gilded altars, and intricate carvings, making it one of the central hubs of Cusco's religious and cultural life. Next, we visit Coricancha (the Temple of the Sun), one of the most significant religious structures of the Inca civilization. Coricancha is among the most impressive buildings, showcasing the precision of Inca stonework and its strong connection to astronomy. Legend has it that during the Inca period, this sacred site was entirely covered with gold sheets and served as the most important center dedicated to Inti, the sun god. During the tour, we will stop at Mercado Central de San Pedro, where you'll have the opportunity to purchase locally crafted goods. After the tour, we transfer back to our hotel to rest. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Cusco - Machu Picchu - Cusco
After enjoying breakfast at our hotel, we set off for our visit to Machu Picchu, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. First, we transfer to the Ollantaytambo train station, nestled deep within the valleys of the Andes Mountains. Accompanied by breathtaking mountain and river views, we embark on a scenic train journey to the town of Aguas Calientes. From there, after a short 15-minute ride in small minibuses, we begin exploring Machu Picchu, the ancient Inca city built in the 15th century by the Inca Empire and known as the "Lost City of the Incas." This mystical site, seemingly frozen in time, awaits us with its enchanting atmosphere. Perched among the clouds at an elevation of approximately 2,430 meters, it is recognized as one of the finest examples of Inca engineering, featuring exquisite stonework, astronomical observation areas, agricultural terraces, and temples. Our guide's detailed commentary enhances our understanding of this remarkable city. After the tour, we enjoy an open-buffet lunch. Following that, we return by train to the Ollantaytambo station and then transfer back to our hotel. We spend the night at our hotel.
Cusco - Bogota
After breakfast, we transfer to the airport in our private vehicle for our flight to Bogotá with a local airline. Upon arrival, we begin our visit to the famous Catedral de Sal in Zipaquirá (Salt Cathedral). Located approximately 180 meters underground, this impressive structure is one of the world's most unique religious buildings, featuring vast galleries, tunnels, and majestic crosses. With an atmosphere that is both architecturally and artistically unparalleled, the cathedral has been entirely carved out of salt rock formations. The massive salt cross inside, the main worship hall, and the illuminated tunnels extending to various sections offer visitors a mesmerizing experience and create an ideal setting for capturing unforgettable photographs. After our tour, we transfer back to our hotel for overnight accommodation.
Bogota - Istanbul
After breakfast at our hotel, we will be transferred to Bogota airport. Once our baggage check-in and passport procedures are completed, we will board our flight for Istanbul. Overnight on the plane.
Istanbul
After landing at Istanbul Airport, we conclude our tour. See you on your next trip...