Altiplano, Patagonia & Iguazu

La Paz - Rio de Janeiro

72 days through Bolivia, Chile, Argentina, Brazil

FROM: $5635 USD + 2,800 USD Kitty

Transport:

Overland Expedition Vehicle, Jeep, Local Bus, Ferry, Boat, Canoe

Crew:

Two Dragoman Crew Members, Local Guides where necessary

Accom:

Basic Hotel 10 nights
Wild Camp 5 nights
Multishare Hostel 19 nights
Camping 30 nights
Comfortable Hotel 7 nights

Meals:

Breakfasts x 54, Lunches x 38, Dinners x 37

Physical:

Lifestyle:

Code:

JZR

Deposit:

$1015 USD per person

Foreign Travel Advice

TRIP OVERVIEW

This 72 day overland tour journeys from La Paz to Rio de Janeiro through Bolivia, Chile, Argentina, Brazil

HIGHLIGHTS

2 nights in the world's highest capital city, La Paz

Day trip on the surreal Salar de Uyuni Salt Flats

Visit the Uyuni train graveyard

2 day crossing of the desolate and surreal Altiplano

Star gaze at Moon Valley at San Pedro de Atacama

Spectacular drive down Route 40 to see Quebrada de las Conchas

Visit vineyards in Cafayete

Walk around the ruins of Quilmes

3 night stay in an traditional isolated Argentian estancia with gauchos

Ride beautiful horses in unspoilt location

INCLUDED ACTIVITIES

Take jeeps out onto the dazzling Uyuni Salt Flats

Take the epic journey across the Altiplano - an incredible high-altitude adventure through a surreal desert landscape taking in bizarre rock formations and stunning lakes

Explore the dramatic landscape of the Moon Valley

Visit the impressive rock formations of 'El Amphiteatro' and 'La Garganta del Diablo' en route through the primeval landscape of the Quebrada de las Conchas

Visit the Quilmes ruins

ITINERARY

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Day 1 - La Paz (3rd December 2020)

Border information: if you are joining in La Paz, you will most likely enter Bolivia at La Paz El Alto International Airport (IATA code: LPB).

Welcome to La Paz, Bolivia’s seat of government and the highest administrative capital in the world! There will be an important group meeting at 6:00pm at the joining hotel - please look out at the hotel reception for a note from your leader with more details about this important meeting.

A note on altitude: If you are joining in La Paz, we strongly recommend arriving at least 24 hours before the trip begins to allow additional time to acclimatise.

Accommodation: Basic Hotel

Day 2 - La Paz (4th December 2020)

Today we will have a free day to make the most of the extrodinary city of La Paz, explore the witches market or take a mountain biking trip down the World's Most Dangerous Road.

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation: Basic Hotel

Daily Activities

Optional Activities

Take a trip out to the mountain resort of Chacaltaya and the other-worldly landscape of the Moon Valley near La Paz

Full day tour: 130 BOB

Downhill "gravity assisted" mountain biking from La Paz to Coroico

Full day tour (not incl 50 BOB road fee): 125 USD

Discover Bolivia's history art and culture in some of La Paz's many museums such as the San Francisco Museum and the Museum of Ethnography

Entrance: 20 BOB

Take a guided tour of the main sights and viewpoints around La Paz

City tour: 150 BOB

Guided tour to explore Tiahuanacu Inca Ruins

Full day tour: 220 BOB

Day 3 - Uyuni (5th December 2020)

Today we will drive south to Uyuni, the gateway to the incredible salt flats of the Salar de Uyuni.

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation: Basic Hotel

Today's approximate drive time (hrs): 9

Day 4 - Uyuni (6th December 2020)

Today we will venture out onto the salt flats of the Salar de Uyuni, spending a full day exploring this phenomenal location by jeep and on foot. En route we will explore the nearby train graveyard and the cactus-filled 'Fish Island', and take all the time we need to get plenty of perspective-bending photographs!

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Accommodation: Basic Hotel

Daily Activities

Included Activities

Take jeeps out onto the dazzling Uyuni Salt Flats

Included

Day 5 - Altiplano (7th December 2020)

Today we will head off across the wilds of the Altiplano, a surreal and desolate desert landscape that stretches all the way into Chile. We will make plenty of stop for photographs on the way and at the end of the day we aim to cross the border into Chile, making camp soon afterwards.

Tonight we will bush camp in a remote spot with no facilities!

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Wild Camp

Today's approximate drive time (hrs): 8

Daily Activities

Included Activities

Take the epic journey across the Altiplano - an incredible high-altitude adventure through a surreal desert landscape taking in bizarre rock formations and stunning lakes

Included

Day 6 - San Pedro de Atacama (8th December 2020)

After breakfast we will break camp, and drive through the stunning Reserva Nacional Alto Loa on the Chilean part of the Altiplano, stopping off en route for photographs and a lunch stop at the famous El Tatio Geysers, the worlds highest Geyser field at 4300m. Afterwards descending down to San Pedro de Atacama.

Please note: The weather in this region can be unpredictable and has been known to close the road to the border. On these occasions we will take an alternate route across the Altiplano, crossing into either Chile or Argentina at a different border point. Your trip leaders will keep you informed of any changes that may be necessary.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Accommodation: Multishare Hostel

Today's approximate drive time (hrs): 8

Daily Activities

Optional Activities

Experience the incredible El Tatio geysers in the mountains high above the Atacama Desert

Entrance: 10,000 CLP

Day 7 - San Pedro de Atacama (9th December 2020)

Today we will have a free day to explore the incredible highlights of the Atacama desert surrounding San Pedro. In the evening we will take an included trip out to the extraordinary Moon Valley, where we will hopefully see an incredible sunset. At night we will also have the chance to go stargazing, in one of the world's premier regions for astronomy (please note that this is only possible when there is not a full moon).

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation: Multishare Hostel

Daily Activities

Included Activities

Explore the dramatic landscape of the Moon Valley

Included

Optional Activities

Discover some of the interesting ancient ruins near San Pedro and the artifacts found in the area on an archaeological tour

Tour: 25,000 CLP

Hire a bike to explore the incredible deserts surrounding San Pedro de Atacama at your own pace

Half day: 5,000 CLP

Discover the incredible deserts of San Pedro on horseback

Riding: 13,500 CLP

Take a tour of the stunning Lagunas Altiplánicas backdropped by the incredible deserts and volcanic scenery of the region

Entrance: 35,000 CLP

Observe the night skies at a Chilean observatory

Tour: 25,000 CLP

Visit the incredible salt plains of the Salar de Atacama and take a swim in the salty pools of Laguna Cejar

Entrance: 15,000 CLP

Day 8 - Salta (10th December 2020)

Today we will have a long drive day to cross the mighty Andes, cross the border into Argentina, and reach the beautiful town of Salta.

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation: Basic Hotel

Today's approximate drive time (hrs): 12

Day 9 - Salta (11th December 2020)

Today we will have a free day to explore Salta, visit its many museums, or explore the beautiful surrounding hills on foot or by mountain bike. We will also have the chance to take the cable car to the viewpoint on San Bernardo Hill overlooking the town, or take the famous 'Train to the Clouds' through some of the incredible mountian scenery nearby.

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation: Basic Hotel

Daily Activities

Optional Activities

Explore the beautiful mountains and forests near Salta on a mountain biking trip

The Bull circuit: 1,300 ARS

Rainforest Circuit: 900 ARS

Downhill Cuesta del Obispo: 2,000 ARS

Bike Rental (full day): 600 ARS

Day 10 - Cafayate (12th December 2020)

Today we will drive through the spectacular rock formations of the Quebrada de las Conchas, and reach the serene town of Cafayate.

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Accommodation: Camping

Today's approximate drive time (hrs): 5

Daily Activities

Included Activities

Visit the impressive rock formations of 'El Amphiteatro' and 'La Garganta del Diablo' en route through the primeval landscape of the Quebrada de las Conchas

Included

Day 11 - Cafayate (13th December 2020)

Free day to explore Cafayate. This small unassuming town is the centre of one of Argentinas's principal withe producing regions, famous for the quality of its Torrontes and Tannat wines! We will have the opportunity to go to a few of the vineyards nearby to see how the wine is made, and of course to try them!

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Camping

Daily Activities

Optional Activities

Discover the bodegas and stock up on wine in Cafayate

Wine tasting: 150 ARS

Day 12 - Recreo (14th December 2020)

Today we will drive south through spectacular mountains and arrive in the pampas that Argentina is famous for. We will visit the ancient ruins of the indigenous city of Quilmes en route.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Wild Camp

Today's approximate drive time (hrs): 11

Daily Activities

Included Activities

Visit the Quilmes ruins

Included

Day 13 - Estancia (15th December 2020)

Today we drive to a unique Anglo-Argentine Estancia, where we will stay for 3 nights.

During our time at the Estancia, we will head out horseback riding. This is a magical experience in a beautiful and many people's highlight of the trip! Please note that some of these activities are subject to weather conditions.

Please also note that there is a strict weight limit of 15 stone (210lbs) or 95kg to partake in the horse riding - if you should weigh more than this, then unfortunately you will not be able to participate in the horseback riding.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Camping

Today's approximate drive time (hrs): 5

Daily Activities

Included Activities

Spend 3 unique days at an Anglo-Argentinian estancia to experience the Gaucho way of life

Included

Day 14 - Estancia (16th December 2020)

Full day at the Estancia.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Camping

Day 15 - Estancia (17th December 2020)

Full day at the Estancia.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Camping

Day 16 - Cordoba (18th December 2020)

Today we will have a leisurely start after breakfast to the city of Cordoba, where we will enjoy a free afternoon to explore the city.

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation: Multishare Hostel

Today's approximate drive time (hrs): 2

Day 17 - Mendoza (19th December 2020)

Today we will have a very early start for a full day's drive to the stunning town of Mendoza, nestled in the dry flats underneath the shadows of the largest mountains of the Andes.

Mendoza is the centre of Argentine wine production, and one of the nine 'Wine Capitals of the World' - it is especially famous for its Malbec, grown at some of the highest-altitude vineyards to be found in the world.

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation: Multishare Hostel

Today's approximate drive time (hrs): 9

Day 18 - Mendoza (20th December 2020)

Today will be free time to explore the region, head out on various adventure activities, or of course take a tasting tour of the incredible wineries in the region.

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation: Multishare Hostel

Daily Activities

Optional Activities

Take a mountain biking trip through the dramatic landscapes of the Andean foothills near Mendoza

Biking: 1,000 ARS

White water rafting on the Mendoza River

Full Day Rafting: 1,750 ARS

Half Day Rafting: 700 ARS

Mendoza Trekking

Half Day Trek: 500 ARS

Half day trek with abseil: 700 ARS

Explore the vineyards of the Mendoza and Maipu region either on an organised tour or by cycling between the bodgeas

Bike tour: 950 ARS

Day 19 - Santiago (21st December 2020)

Today we will drive over the stunning Cristo Redentor pass in the high Andes, passing Aconcagua (the highest mountain in the Southern Hemisphere) and heading to the Chilean capital of Santiago.

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation: Basic Hotel

Today's approximate drive time (hrs): 11

Day 20 - Santiago (22nd December 2020)

Today is a free day to explore the cosmopolitan Chilean capital.

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation: Basic Hotel

Day 21 - Santiago (23rd December 2020)

Border information: if you are joining in Santiago, you will most likely enter Chile at Santiago Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport (IATA code: SCL).

Welcome to Santiago, the cosmopolitan Chilean capital! There will be an important group meeting at 6:00pm at the joining hotel - please look out at the hotel reception for a note from your leader with more details about this meeting.

Accommodation: Basic Hotel

Daily Activities

Optional Activities

Discover all of Santiago's sights on a hop-on/hop-off bus around the city

Tour: 21,000 CLP

Learn more about Santiago and its history on a free walking tour of the centre from a knowledgeable local guide

Tour: Free

Take in the breathtaking vista of the city skyline backdropped by the mighty Andes from the viewpoints at Cerro San Cristobal or Cerro San Lucia

Cable car: 2,500 CLP

Day 22 - Buchupureo (24th December 2020)

Today we will leave the bright lights of Santiago behind and head to San Javier to take a wine tour at one of the famous vineyards of the region. After lunch, we will head to the laid back farming village of Buchupureo on the Chilean coast, where we can relax by the beach for a couple of hours.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Camping

Today's approximate drive time (hrs): 7

Daily Activities

Included Activities

Whet your palette during wine tasting at a vineyard in San Javier

Included

Day 23 - Pucon (25th December 2020)

Today we continue our journey to the town of Pucón, set on the shores of Lago Villarrica.

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation: Multishare Hostel

Today's approximate drive time (hrs): 7

Day 24 - Pucon (26th December 2020)

Today is a free day to enjoy a range of optional activities, such as an expedition to climb the Volcano which looms over Pucón, heading out horse riding through the surrounding forests, or an evening visit to the nearby natural hot springs.

Accommodation: Multishare Hostel

Daily Activities

Optional Activities

Take part in a fantastic canyoning expedition through the gorges of the Chilean Lake District near Pucón

Canyoning tour: 25,000 CLP

Horseriding or hikes around Pucon

Horse riding (3hrs): 35,000 CLP

Explore the stunning views and hiking trails of the nearby Huerquehue National Park

Entrance to NP and public bus fare : 7,000 CLP

Head on an exciting white-water rafting trip on the rapids of the Trancura River near Pucón

Rafting : 25,000 CLP

Relax in the soothing waters of the Pozones natural hot springs

Entrance : 12,000 CLP

Learn all about Pucón and the history of its people on a free walking tour of the town

Tips only : Free

Trek up the snowcapped volcano Mt Villarica

Chairlift : 10,000 CLP

Tour: 95,000 CLP

Day 25 - Bariloche (27th December 2020)

Border information: Exit Chile at Mamuil Malal, enter Argentina at Mamuil Malal.

Today we journey through the Andes into Argentina and to the picturesque town of Bariloche via the scenic Ruta de los Siete Lagos (Seven Lakes Route).

Accommodation: Multishare Hostel

Today's approximate drive time (hrs): 10

Day 26 - Bariloche (28th December 2020)

Today we have a free day to enjoy the beautiful mountain town of Bariloche and the stunning surrounding lakes, mountains and forests. We have options to explore the area by foot, mountain bike, kayak or boat.

Accommodation: Multishare Hostel

Daily Activities

Optional Activities

Discover the incredible scenery of the Nauhel Huapi Lake and the Victoria Islands on a boat trip from Bariloche

Full day trip: 1,800 ARS

Hire mountain bikes to explore the forests and hills surrounding Lake Nauhel Huapi and Bariloche

Full day hire, including helmet: 900 ARS

Visit the interesting Fenoglio Chocolate Museum in Bariloche and learn all about the towns tradition of chocolate making

Entrance: 200 ARS

Horse riding around Bariloche

Half day riding: 1,750 ARS

Explore the nearby Lago Gutierrez and take in its amazing views from the water on a half-day tandem kayaking trip

1/2 day: 790 ARS

Day 27 - Futaleufu (29th December 2020)

Border Information: Exit Argentina at Rio Futaleufú, enter Chile at Rio Futaleufú.

Today we cross back into Chile and drive to the rafting mecca of Futaleufú. From this point we will join the famous Carretera Austral, probably one of the most stunning roads in South America, surrounded by gorgeous mountain and forest scenery. Please note that the road from here to El Chaltén is rough and mostly unpaved meaning that the going is slow.

Meals: Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Camping

Today's approximate drive time (hrs): 8

Day 28 - Futaleufu (30th December 2020)

Free day for optional activities or just enjoying the scenery.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Camping

Daily Activities

Optional Activities

Head out for an exhilarating rafting or kayaking trip on the Grade 5 white water rapids near Futaleufú (if time allows)

2-6 hours. 5 pax minimum: 65,000 CLP

Day 29 - Puyuhuapi (31st December 2020)

Today we will leave Futaleufú and drive through the Chilean fjords to Queluat National Park. Here we can take a walk to see the incredible hanging Glacier.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Camping

Today's approximate drive time (hrs): 6

Daily Activities

Included Activities

Visit the stunning Queulat National Park and take a trek through the 'Enchanted Forest' to view the magnificent Hanging Glacier

Included

Day 30 - Cerro Castillo NR (1st January 2021)

Today we drive south through the magnificent Chilean scenery to the beautiful area of Cerro Castillo National Reserve.

In Cerro Castillo we will camp in a lovely family-run campsite with basic facilities, where we will enjoy a Chilean BBQ.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Camping

Today's approximate drive time (hrs): 7

Daily Activities

Included Activities

Enjoy a traditional Chilean BBQ

Included

Day 31 - Cerro Castillo NR (2nd January 2021)

Today we have a free day to hike to the stunning turquoise waters of Laguna Cerro Castillo or to go horse riding.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Camping

Daily Activities

Optional Activities

Explore the beautiful mountain scenery of Cerro Castillo on a horse riding trip

2hr 15min ride: 18,000 CLP

Hike to the stunning Laguna Cerro Castillo

NP entrance: 10,000 CLP

Day 32 - Rio Pinturas (3rd January 2021)

Border Information: Exit Chile at Huemules, enter Argentina at Huemules.

Today we will cross into Argentina's Patagonia region and continue our journey south along the famous Ruta 40 (Route 40).

Tonight we will wild camp somewhere in the Rio Pinturas area.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Wild Camp

Today's approximate drive time (hrs): 8

Day 33 - El Calafate (4th January 2021)

Today we continue our journey south to the town of El Calafate, the gateway to the Perito Moreno Glacier, where we will stay for two nights in this busy Argentinian town.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Accommodation: Multishare Hostel

Today's approximate drive time (hrs): 9

Day 34 - El Calafate (5th January 2021)

Today we will head out on an included full day guided visit to view the stunning Perito Moreno Glacier, one of the most spectacular sights in Patagonia.

Accommodation: Multishare Hostel

Daily Activities

Included Activities

Guided full day trip to the Perito Moreno Glacier

Included

Optional Activities

Boat trip beneath the Perito Moreno Glacier

1 hour: 1,000 ARS

Learn all about glaciers at the fantastic modern Glaciarium Museum in El Calafate and visit its cool ice bar in the basement!

Entrance to museum and ice bar: 600 ARS

Day 35 - Tierra Del Fuego (6th January 2021)

Border information: Exit Argentina at Integracion Austral, enter Chile at Integracion Austral

Continuing south, we head back into Chile to cross the Magellan Straits over to the island of Tierra del Fuego.

Meals: Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Wild Camp

Today's approximate drive time (hrs): 6

Daily Activities

Included Activities

Head out to the remote corner of Chilean Tierra del Fuego. If time allows, visit the King Penguin colony at Bahia Inutil, the only colony of these type of penguins outside of Antarctica

Included

Day 36 - Ushuaia (7th January 2021)

Border information: Exit Chile at San Sebastian, enter Argentina at San Sebastian.

Today we cross over to the Argentine side of Tierra del Fuego and drive to the incredible port town of Ushuaia, the southernmost city in the world!

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation: Multishare Hostel

Today's approximate drive time (hrs): 8

Day 37 - Ushuaia (8th January 2021)

We will have a free day in the remote town of Ushuaia, with time for optional activities such as a visit to the hauntingly beautiful Tierra del Fuego National Park, boat trips to see the scenery and wildlife of the Beagle Channel, or heading out horse riding along the coast.

Accommodation: Multishare Hostel

Daily Activities

Optional Activities

Beagle channel boat trips

4 hours: 2,040 ARS

Take a journey along the Rio Pipo on the Train to the End of the World. Once built by prisoners at Ushuaia's old penal colony

Train trip: 44 USD

Delve into Ushuaia's past and learn about it's maritime tradition and former prison colony at the Maritime Museum

Entrance: 400 ARS

Learn all about Tierra del Fuego's history and nature at the Museum of the End of the World in Ushuaia

Entrance: 300 ARS

Explore Tierra del Fuego National Park on a day tour from Ushuaia

4 hour guided tour: 1,450 ARS

Day 38 - Tierra Del Fuego (9th January 2021)

Border information: Exit Argentina at San Sebastian, enter Chile at San Sebastian.

Today we start heading back north on a full day drive back across the Magellan Straits and up the Chilean side of the mainland.

Meals: Dinner

Accommodation: Wild Camp

Today's approximate drive time (hrs): 9

Day 39 - Torres Del Paine NP (10th January 2021)

Today we will drive to the world-famous Torres del Paine National Park. This is one of the most outstanding areas of natural beauty in the world and a main highlight of the trip for many of our passengers and leaders! We will stop en route in Puerto Natales to stock up on supplies and pick up our local guides and cook who will accompany us during our time in the National Park.

Tonight we will camp at Camping Pehoe, a stunning campsite inside the National Park with incredible views of Los Cuernos mountains, which we will refer to as our 'base campsite'.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Camping

Today's approximate drive time (hrs): 7

Daily Activities

Included Activities

4 days in the rugged Torres del Paine National Park, trekking the W walk with a local guide

Included

Day 40 - Torres Del Paine NP (11th January 2021)

Embark on the W-Walk with a local guide. Places at the campsites are limited by the National Park, so we book them in advance of your trip. We will be trekking the W-Walk from West to East, to enjoy the spectacular views.

This morning we will wake early and transfer by truck for the morning Catamaran to cross Lago Pehoe. We will then set up camp at Paine Grande, before continuing on our hike towards the lookout for Glacier Grey. The walk returns by the same route.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Camping

Day 41 - Torres Del Paine NP (12th January 2021)

Today we depart from our camp at Paine Grande and hike into the stunning French Valley. In the afternoon, we will make our way to Camp Cuernos.

The hike is approximately 8 hours

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Camping

Day 42 - Torres Del Paine NP (13th January 2021)

Today we have a slightly easier day, we will hike from Camping Cuernos along the edge of Lago Nodenskjold, around Almirante Nieto and stay just outside Valley Ascencio. We will arrive at Camp Central after approximately 5 hours hiking.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Camping

Day 43 - Torres Del Paine NP (14th January 2021)

This is our final day of the W-Walk and the most spectacular. The day begins with a steady climb from our camp site up Rio Asencio. Be prepared for the final hour which is a relatively steep scramble up to the Tarn and Mirrador Las Torres, affording great views of the iconic Towers.

Our hike today is approximately 8 hours for the return trip (16km).

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Camping

Today's approximate drive time (hrs): 2

Day 44 - El Chalten (15th January 2021)

Today we will head north to reach the small town of El Chaltén, situated in Los Glaciares National Park and famous for its incredible mountains, glaciers and world-class trekking opportunities.

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation: Multishare Hostel

Today's approximate drive time (hrs): 10

Day 45 - El Chalten (16th January 2021)

We will have two free days to enjoy the stunning Los Glaciares National Park and the incredible scenery of the nearby Mt. Fitz Roy. There are lots of trekking and walking opportunities here, as well as boat trips, horse riding, and many other fantastic options.

Accommodation: Multishare Hostel

Daily Activities

Optional Activities

Horse riding and trekking around El Chalten

2 hours ride inc transfer: 60 ARS

Take a boat out onto the stunning Viedma Lake and get up close to the Viedma Glacier to see its impressive facade.

2.5hr boat trip: 1,100 ARS

Visit the majestic Lago del Desierto, a remote and serene lake surrounded by stunning forests and mountains

Full day cycling tour: 500 USD

Day 46 - El Chalten (17th January 2021)

Second free day for optional activities and exploration.

Accommodation: Multishare Hostel

Daily Activities

Optional Activities

Enjoy a spectacular kayaking trip down the Rio de las Vueltas taking in some incredible views of the surrounding mountains

Min 2 passengers: 150 USD

Head on a rock-climbing course in the magnificent landscapes surrounding El Chalten

Full day course: 163 USD

Day 47 - Jaramillo Petrified Forest (18th January 2021)

Today we will have a full day drive across the plains of Patagonia towards the South Atlantic coast.

Meals: Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Camping

Today's approximate drive time (hrs): 12

Day 48 - Camarones (19th January 2021)

Today we continue our drive north up the Atlantic coast to the small town of Camarones.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Camping

Today's approximate drive time (hrs): 9

Day 49 - Puerto Madryn (20th January 2021)

This morning we have an included visit to the incredible remote colony of Magellanic Penguins in Cabo Dos Bahias (Cape Two Bays), close to the town of Camarones. After seeing the phenomenal sight of thousands of penguins nesting on the shore, we will continue our drive north to the coastal town of Puerto Madryn.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Camping

Today's approximate drive time (hrs): 5

Daily Activities

Included Activities

Visit the penguin colony at Camarones

Included

Day 50 - Puerto Madryn (21st January 2021)

Today we will have a free day for optional activities in and around Puerto Madryn. There is the opportunity to take a tour to the Valdes Peninsular to see its desolate scenery and abundant marine life, head out on a boat trip in search of dolphins and whales, or perhaps go for afternoon tea in a Welsh tea house in the nearby towns of Gaiman or Trelew.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Camping

Daily Activities

Optional Activities

Set off on a boat trip from Puerto Madryn in search of playful Commerson's dolphins (all year) or Dusky dolphins (December to March) and Southern Right whales (May to December)!

3hrs: 47 USD

Visit the fascinating modern marine interpretation centre of EcoCentro Mar Patagonia and learn all about the unique ecosystems of the Patagonian sea

Entrance: 125 USD

Explore the intriguing Welsh village of Gaiman near Trelew and visit one of its iconic tea houses. Transfers by bus.

Teahouse entrances: 12 USD

Discover the incredible colony of sea lions at Punta Loma near to Puerto Madryn

Entrance: 100 ARS

Explore the incredible shipwrecks and rocky reefs under the water on a scuba diving trip in the Golfo Nuevo off the shore of Puerto Madryn

3hrs: 150 USD

Guided visit to the Valdes Peninsula to meet the elephant seals and sealions

Full tour incl. entrance fee: 64 USD

Visit the outstanding Museum of Paleontology in the Welsh town of Trelew and see the impressive ancient remains

MEF Entrance: 95 USD

Day 51 - Bahia Blanca (22nd January 2021)

Today we have a full day's drive heading north towards Buenos Aires. We will see a definite change in the landscape today as the vegetation becomes more and more lush and green as we come out of the Patagonia region and into the pampas of Buenos Aires.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Camping

Today's approximate drive time (hrs): 12

Day 52 - Buenos Aires (23rd January 2021)

Another full day drive will take us across the beautiful grasslands of Buenos Aires province and to the cosmoplitan Argentine capital itself.

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation: Comfortable Hotel

Today's approximate drive time (hrs): 11

Day 53 - Buenos Aires (24th January 2021)

Today is a free day to explore the incredible city of Buenos Aires, soak up the atmosphere of its streets, and discover its amazing culture, art, and music.

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation: Comfortable Hotel

Daily Activities

Optional Activities

Head out to a tango show in Buenos Aires' oldest cafe the Gran Cafe Tortoni - seeing a slice of iconic Argentine culture in an ideal and intimate setting

Show: 650 ARS

Enjoy a free city tour of Buenos Aires

Tour: Free

Visit the strangely beautiful cemetery of Recoleta the final resting place of many ex-presidents and Argentine icons most famously including the tomb of Eva Peron

Entrance: Free

Try your hand at the art of tango dancing with a private lesson in Buenos Aires

Lesson: 25 USD

See a different side to Buenos Aires on a tour of its incredible street art with some of the local artists

Tour: 20 USD

Learn all about the cuisine of Argentina on a food tour of Buenos Aires visiting several incredible local top-class eateries that you won't find in the guidebooks!

Tour: 85 USD

Day 54 - Buenos Aires (25th January 2021)

Border information: if you are joining in Buenos Aires, you will most likely enter Argentina at Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini International Airport, also known as Ezeiza Airport (IATA code: BUE/EZE).

Welcome to Buenos Aires, the wonderful capital of Argentina! There will be an important group meeting at 6:00pm at the joining hotel - please look out at the hotel reception for a note from your leader with more details about this important meeting.

Please note that many of the options listed below will only be possible for those with extra time in Buenos Aires before the start of your trip with us - please contact the Sales team if you would like to book pre-tour accommodation with us to have extra time exploring Buenos Aires.

In Buenos Aires we will stay in a centrally-located hotel.

Accommodation: Comfortable Hotel

Day 55 - Buenos Aires (26th January 2021)

Today will be a free day to explore the incredible city of Buenos Aires, soak up the atmosphere of its streets, and discover its amazing culture, art, and music.

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation: Comfortable Hotel

Daily Activities

Optional Activities

Learn all about the cuisine of Argentina on a food tour of Buenos Aires visiting several incredible local top-class eateries that you won't find in the guidebooks!

Tour: 85 USD

Watch a football game at La Bombonera

Entrance: 300 ARS

Enjoy a free city tour of Buenos Aires

Tour: Free

Explore the beautiful area of Palermo Viejo see the incredible modern sculpture of Floralis Generica and head out to the area's bars and restaurants at night

Entrance: Free

Visit the strangely beautiful cemetery of Recoleta the final resting place of many ex-presidents and Argentine icons most famously including the tomb of Eva Peron

Entrance: Free

Head out to a tango show in Buenos Aires' oldest cafe the Gran Cafe Tortoni - seeing a slice of iconic Argentine culture in an ideal and intimate setting

Show: 650 ARS

Day 56 - Yapeyu (27th January 2021)

Today we have a full day drive north though the provinces of Entre Rios and Corrientes, aiming to reach the beautiful village of Yapeyú on the banks of the River Uruguay. Yapeyú is very famous amongst Argentines for being the birthplace of their national hero General Jose de San Martin, one of the liberators of South America from Spanish colonial rule.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Camping

Today's approximate drive time (hrs): 11

Daily Activities

Optional Activities

Visit the remains of the house of José de San Martín, one of the main liberators of South America (if time allows)

Entrance: Free

Day 57 - Foz do Iguacu (28th January 2021)

Border information: Exit Argentina at Tancredo Neves, enter Brazil at Tancredo Neves.

Today we cross the border into Brazil and drive to the city of Foz do Iguacu.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Camping

Today's approximate drive time (hrs): 8

Day 58 - Foz do Iguacu (29th January 2021)

Today we will visit the Brazilian side of the phenomenal Iguazu Falls, to get some incredible panoramic vistas of the mighty waterfalls. There is also plenty of time to visit the bird park, take a helicopter ride over the falls, see the incredible Itaipu Dam, or quickly stop into Paraguay to pick up some bargains in the nearcy Ciudad del Este.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Camping

Daily Activities

Included Activities

Discover the unbelievable Iguazu Falls from the Brazilian side

Included

Day 59 - Foz do Iguacu (30th January 2021)

Today we will take a day trip back into Argentina to see the incredible Iguazu Falls from the other side. This is well worth doing as the views are even more spectacular, and you'll be able to look right down into the mighty Garganta del Diablo (the largest waterfall here) from a gantry walkway viewing point). We will have a full day at the Argentine side of the falls, allowing us lots of time to freely explore the site, hike some nature trails, or perhaps take an exhilarating (and very wet) boat ride!

We will return to our base in Foz do Iguacu tonight.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Camping

Daily Activities

Included Activities

Spend the day exploring the amazing Iguazu Falls from the Argentinian side

Included

Optional Activities

Get a soaking on a boat trip to the Falls

Boat: 1,500 ARS

Day 60 - Bonito (31st January 2021)

Today we have a full drive day north to the Brazilian eco-tourism capital of Bonito.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Camping

Today's approximate drive time (hrs): 12

Day 61 - Bonito (1st February 2021)

We have two full days in Bonito to take part in the plethora of incredible optional activities here. You could go out on a world-class snorkelling trip, explore the nearby caves, or go abseiling down some of the largest waterfalls in the area, amongst many other possibilities!

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Camping

Daily Activities

Optional Activities

Take an incredible snorkelling trip through the crystal clear waters of the Rio da Prata getting a phenomenal view of the fish and aquatic plants underwater

Snorkelling trip and transport: 290 BRL

Day 62 - Bonito (2nd February 2021)

Second free day for optional activities in Bonito.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Camping

Day 63 - Pantanal (3rd February 2021)

Today we have a short drive to Brazil's amazing Southern Pantanal region, where we have a visit a local eco-tourism ranch (or 'fazenda').

We will spend 2 nights here and have a fantastic package of included activities such as exploring the beautiful surrounding countryside on horseback, trips down the wildlife-abundant rivers in boats and canoes, and safaris on the ranch's trucks and on foot where we hope to spot capybaras, caimans, and (if we are very lucky) jaguars and ocelots. Our stay here is an incredible highlight!

In the Southern Pantanal we will stay in dorm accommodation in a well equipped lodge with all the meals and activities included.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Comfortable Hotel

Today's approximate drive time (hrs): 4

Daily Activities

Included Activities

Spend 2 nights in the Pantanal, the world's largest tropical wetland area, exploring the flora and fauna with local guides

Included

Day 64 - Pantanal (4th February 2021)

Full day in the Pantanal.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Comfortable Hotel

Day 65 - Campo Grande (5th February 2021)

After our morning activities and one final lunch in our beautiful ranch, it is time to leave the Pantanal. We will start driving east towards Sao Paulo state, and wild camp or stay in a local pousada at the end of the day.

Accommodation: Basic Hotel

Today's approximate drive time (hrs): 7

Day 66 - Brotas (6th February 2021)

Today we will drive to the remote town of Brotas in southeastern Brazil.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Camping

Today's approximate drive time (hrs): 10

Day 67 - Brotas (7th February 2021)

Today is free to take part in optional adventure activities such as white water rafting or canyoning, or to simply relax by the pool!

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Camping

Daily Activities

Optional Activities

Go on a half-day canyoning trip through the gorges of the Jacare River near Brotas

Activity: 270 BRL

Head out white-water rafting on the fast moving waters of the Jacare River (approxmiately Grade 3-4)

Activity: 150 BRL

Day 68 - Paraty (8th February 2021)

Today we have a full day drive to the colonial town of Paraty on the Emerald Coast of the Atlantic!

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation: Multishare Hostel

Today's approximate drive time (hrs): 10

Day 69 - Paraty (9th February 2021)

Today we will have an included boat trip around the incredible islands and beaches off the coast.

Accommodation: Multishare Hostel

Daily Activities

Included Activities

Boat trip out to islands and beaches

Included

Optional Activities

Learn all about the fascinating history of Brazil and the Gold Trail on an excellent walking tour of the old colonial town of Paraty

Walking Tour: 35 USD

Enjoy some of the best and most scenic treks in the country on the coastal trails hils and 'tropical fjords' near Paraty

Walking Tour: 50 USD

Explore the ocean islands beaches and mangroves of Atlantic coast in a more serene and tranquil fashion on a sea kayaking expedition around the bay of Paraty

Kayaking: 80 BRL

Day 70 - Paraty (10th February 2021)

Today we will have free time to explore the town, take a historical tour, walk along the stunning scenery of the coastline, head out snorkelling or diving, or simply relax on the idyllic beaches.

Accommodation: Multishare Hostel

Day 71 - Rio de Janeiro (11th February 2021)

This morning we will drive to the incredible Rio de Janeiro, one of the most beautifully situated cities in the world!

In Rio de Janeiro we will stay in a great hotel in the Flamengo district, close to the beach and the metro station.

Accommodation: Comfortable Hotel

Today's approximate drive time (hrs): 5

Daily Activities

Optional Activities

Relax and explore the world famous beaches of Rio de Janeiro including Ipanema Arpoador and of course Copacabana

Entrance: Free

Visit the world famous statue Christ the Redeemer

Train and entrance: 83 BRL

Day 72 - Rio de Janeiro (12th February 2021)

Border information: if you are leaving in Rio de Janeiro, you will most likely exit Brazil at Rio de Janeiro Galeão International Airport (IATA code: RIO/GIG).

Today is the end day for passengers finishing their trip in Rio de Janeiro. Please note there is no accommodation included on the trip tonight - please contact your sales agent if you are interested in booking extra nights of accommodation in order to fully explore and take part in some of the optional activities listed below.

Meals: Breakfast

Daily Activities

Optional Activities

Explore the magnificent Botanical Gardens of Rio de Janeiro with over 54 hectares and 6500 species of plants and flowers

Entrance: 8 USD

Take a hike into the Tijuca Rainforest, one of the largest Urban Rainforests in the world.

Hike: 65 USD

Take a cable car up Pão de Açúcar (Sugarloaf Mountain)

Cable car (return ticket): 85 BRL

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