10 days in Santa Cruz Department Itinerary

Spend the 17th (Sat) exploring nature at Amboro National Park. There's lots more to do: delve into the distant past at Fuerte de Samaipata, admire the sheer force of Centro Ecologico Cuevas, hike along Che Guevara Trail, and do a tasting at Bodegas Landsua.

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Arequipa, Peru to Samaipata is an approximately 23-hour car ride. The time zone changes from Peru Standard Time (PET) to Bolivia Time (BOT), which is usually a 1 hour difference. On the 18th (Sun), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can drive to Concepcion.

Kick off your visit on the 19th (Mon): take in the history at Jesuit Missions of the Chiquitos and then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Jesuit Missions.

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Getting from Samaipata to Concepcion by car takes about 6 hours. Other options: take a bus. In August, plan for daily highs up to 35°C, and evening lows to 19°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 19th (Mon) to allow time for the car ride to Santa Cruz.

Santa Cruz is known for parks, historic sites, and sightseeing. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: take in the spiritual surroundings of Catedral de Santa Cruz, take in nature's colorful creations at Jardin de las Delicias, walk around Parque Lomas de Arena, and don't miss a visit to Plaza 24 de Septiembre.

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Drive from Concepcion to Santa Cruz in 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. August in Santa Cruz sees daily highs of 33°C and lows of 20°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 24th (Sat) so you can catch the flight back home.