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South America Highlights

South America Highlights

There’s times when it’s appropriate to dip a toe in, and there’s times when it’s best to dive in head first. Get ready to jump straight into the action on this trip from Lima to Rio, with plenty of time for independent exploring and taking things at your own pace. This trip takes in the very best of the centre of South America – from trekking the Inca Trail to Macchu Pichu to partying in Rio de Janiero. Visit Iguaza Falls, stroll the barrios of Buenos Aires, snap pictures at the incredible Uyuni Salt Flats, look out over the Nazca Lines and explore the histories and cultures of this incredible part of the world at a pace that allows you to do as much as you want. 

Activities

  • Lima – Leader-led walking tour
  • Colca Canyon – Guided tour
  • Colca Canyon Condor Visit
  • Cusco – Leader-led orientation walk
  • 3 Night/4 Day Inca Trail (or 2 Night/3 Day Inca Quarry Trail) guided hike(s) with porters’ support. Or guided Cusco stay (Machu Picchu by train)
  • Machu Picchu – Entrance & Guided visit
  • Sacred Valley – Community visit & lunch
  • Lake Titicaca – Boat tour & Homestay
  • Salt flats – Visit to ‘Fish Island/Inca Wasi’
  • Uyuni – Colchani Salt Factory Visit
  • Eduardo Avaroa National Reserve – Altiplano tour including Laguna Colorada & Laguna Verde
  • Buenos Aires – Leader-led orientation walk
  • Tacuarembo – 3-Night Stay on a Working Estancia
  • Iguazu Falls – Tour of the Brazilian side of the falls
  • Iguazu Falls – Tour of the Argentinian side of the falls

Highlights

  • Whether you trek the classic Inca Trail, the Inca Quarry Trail or take the scenic train route, the ancient ruins of Machu Picchu are a majestic destination, no matter how you get there.
  • The floating islands of Uros on Lake Titicaca are a marvel of concept, construction and history. Take a boat tour on the lake and spend the night with a local family in a traditional island community.
  • Salar de Uyuni’s desert landscapes are so unique they’re almost extra-terrestrial. Embark on a three-day adventure via 4WD passing cactus islands, train cemeteries and mineral lakes teeming with flamingos.
  • Harness your inner gaucho during a three-day stay at a working estancia in Uruguay. Whether it’s getting involved in daily farm chores, working with livestock or simply relaxing, experience a unique way of life and Uruguayan hospitality at its best.
  • The mighty Iguazu Falls straddle the border between Argentina and Brazil, and you’ll be able to see it from both sides with your small group.

07/01/2023 through 10/09/2024
07/01/2023 through 11/24/2024

Day 1 Lima
Day 2 Lima
Day 3 Paracas
Day 4 Nazca
Day 5 Arequipa
Day 6 Arequipa
Day 7 Colca Canyon
Day 8 Arequipa
Day 9 Arequipa - Overnight Bus to Cusco
Day 10 Cusco
Day 11 Inca Trail, Inca Quarry Trail or Train option
Day 12 Inca Trail, Inca Quarry Trail or Train option
Day 13 Inca Trail, Inca Quarry Trail or Train option
Day 14 Inca Trail, Inca Quarry Trail or Train option and Machu Picchu / Ollantaytambo
Day 15 Sacred Valley / Cusco
Day 16 Cusco
Day 17 Puno - Lake Titicaca
Day 18 Puno
Day 19 Puno
Day 20 La Paz
Day 21 La Paz
Day 22 La Paz
Day 23 Sucre
Day 24 Sucre
Day 25 Potosi
Day 26 Uyuni
Day 27 Salar de Uyuni
Day 28 Salar de Uyuni
Day 29 Uyuni
Day 30 Uyuni – Tilcara
Day 31 Tilcara
Day 32-34 Buenos Aires
Day 35 Buenos Aires
Day 36 Colonia del Sacramento
Day 37 Estancia Stay
Day 38-39 Estancia Stay
Day 40 Overnight Bus - Iguazu Falls
Day 41 Iguazu Falls (Brazilian Side)
Day 42 Iguazu Falls (Argentinian side)
Day 43 Rio de Janeiro
Day 44 Rio de Janeiro

Arequipa

The second largest city in Peru, Arequipa is called the “white city” because of the white volcano stone with which much of the city was built. Here you’ll see charming colonial buildings, a 400 year old convent and gilded churches.

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12/23/23 - 02/04/24

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