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This epic journey takes in the sights and delights of South America, covering four countries with distinct cultures and landscapes. Travel overland from Quito to Santiago, enjoying highlights such as an Amazon Jungle adventure and the challenging Inca Trail trek. Get off the beaten path with visits to an outdoor sports mecca in Ecuador, the rural villages of Peru, an underground mine in Bolivia and a desert town in Chile. Cap it all off with stops in the vibrant cities to soak up the Latin American party vibe and several chances to relax by the beach. This cross-continent adventure really does have it all.
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Itinerary
Days 1-2 Quito
Quito's charm lies in its colonial centre.Days 3-4 Amazon Jungle
Stay in environmentally-friendly accommodation and explore the Amazon with knowledgeable local guides.Days 5-7 Banos
Try mountain biking or rafting.Days 8-9 Cuenca
Visit beautiful colonial buildings.Days 10-14 Mancora/Trujillo
Chill-out on some of Peru's best beaches.Days 15-16 Lima
Take in a museum or head to the coast for seafood.Day 17 Pisco
Stroll down the pedestrian avenue of Pisco, gateway to the Paracas National Reserve.Days 18-19 Nazca
Marvel at the Nazca Lines.Days 20-22 Arequipa/Colca Canyon
Explore this mammoth canyon and its villages.Days 23-25 Cuzco/Ollantaytambo
See ruins in the Sacred Valley town of Ollantaytambo.Days 26-30 Inca Trail/Cuzco
Camp out on this challenging hike to Machu Picchu.Days 31-33 Puno/Lake Titicaca
Discover folklore or cruise the lake.Days 34-37 La Paz
Hit the Witches' Market for herbs and potions.Days 38-40 Cochabamba
Take in views over the city and surrounding mountains.Days 41-42 Sucre
Explore this dazzling city.Days 43-44 Potosi
Visit a working mine.Days 45-47 Salar de Uyuni
The volcanoes and salt plains are sure to impress, as will llamas and flamingos.Days 48-50 San Pedro de Atacama
Check out the cactus roof on the Iglesia de San Pedro.Days 51-52 La Serena
Snooze, sunbathe or swim on the beaches of La Serena, one of Chile's oldest cities.Days 53-55 Santiago
Parks, museums, shops, markets and a hectic party scene await in the bustling city of Santiago.Trip Information
| Local Payment | USD $1050 |
| Duration | 55 days |
| Tour Code | GRG |
| Accommodation | Simple hotels (45 nts) some are multishare, overnight coach (3 nts), camping (3 nts), jungle lodge (2 nts), homestay (1 nt) |
| Transportation | Train, local bus, walking, overnight coach, minivan |
| Group Size | Maximum of 16 travellers per group |
| Departure | Departure is guaranteed |
| Budget | Allow USD $1000 for meals not included. |
When can I go?
| Start Date | Finish Date | Places Available | Bookings |
| 2008-05-30 | 2008-07-23 | closed | |
| 2008-06-20 | 2008-08-13 | closed | |
| 2008-07-11 | 2008-09-03 | closed | |
| 2008-08-01 | 2008-09-24 | 1 | book now |
| 2008-08-22 | 2008-10-15 | 2 | book now |
| 2008-09-12 | 2008-11-05 | 1 | book now |
| 2008-10-03 | 2008-11-26 | closed | |
| 2008-11-14 | 2009-01-07 | 7+ | book now |
| 2008-12-12 | 2009-02-04 | closed | |
| 2009-01-02 | 2009-02-25 | 7+ | book now |
| 2009-01-30 | 2009-03-25 | 7+ | book now |
| 2009-02-27 | 2009-04-22 | 7+ | book now |
| 2009-03-27 | 2009-05-20 | 7+ | book now |
| 2009-04-24 | 2009-06-17 | 7+ | book now |
| 2009-05-22 | 2009-07-15 | 7+ | book now |
| Trip Price | |
| USD | 2545.00 |
| CAD | 2630.00 |
| EUR | 1820.00 |
| GBP | 1240.00 |
| NZD | 3560.00 |
| AUD | 2955.00 |
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