From the high Altiplano to the heart of Argentina's grasslands, this holiday-length trip will takes you through some of South America's most beautiful landscapes. Beginning in Bolivia's capital La Paz, you’ll enjoy an overnight homestay in the Bolivian Andes before heading across the high plateau to the dramatic expanse of the Uyuni Salt Flats, crossing the unreal wilderness of the high Altiplano (the second highest plateau in the world) before descending into Chile. You’ll visit the atmospheric town of San Pedro before crossing into Argentina to explore the world-class vineyards this region is so famous for before what is for many, the highlight of the trip. Unique to Dragoman, you’ll stay on an Anglo-Argentine estancia, or ranch, where you’ll meet the gauchos – Argentinian cowboys – who you’ll ride out with across the grasslands. After time to explore the historic city of Cordoba the trip ends in vibrant Buenos Aires.
Overland vehicle, jeep
Mainly hotels/hostel stays with some camping, homestay and bush camping.
2 crew, local guides as necessary
|
26 May - 15 Jun 2013 La Paz > Buenos Aires |
$1320 | BOOK |
|
|
16 Jun - 06 Jul 2013 La Paz > Buenos Aires |
$1320 |
Visit the Quilmes ruins
Spend 3 unique days staying at an Anglo-Argentinian estancia to ride pure-bred horses
Overnight stay in the Andean community of Livichuco.
Take jeeps out onto the dazzling Uyuni Salt Flats
Exploration of Bolivia’s high Altiplano, Laguna Colorado and Verde
Explore the dramatic landscape of the Moon Valley
Free time to explore the vibrant city of La Paz
Downhill "gravity assisted" mountain biking from La Paz to Coroico
Guided tour to explore Tiahuanaco Inca Ruins
Head down into the tunnels of the Potosi silver mine
Visit the famous Casa de la Moneda museum in Potosi.
Observe the night skies at a Chilean observatory
Get the adrenaline pumping with some white water rafting in Salta
Discover the bodegas and stock up on wine in Cafayate
This is a truck based overland tour. The trip runs in both directions. Departures Buenos Aires to La Paz are marked with an * These are group funds paid on the road.