Take a trip like no other with our 14-week expedition that takes you all the way from Peru to Brazil. This no-frills journey is not for the faint hearted and will see you travelling over tough terrains, tackling back to basics camping and cooking in extreme conditions. Along the way you will discover the true South America, taking in the striking landscapes and meeting people who you would not otherwise encounter. As the trip comes to an end relax and unwind afterwards by joining in with a New Year's Eve or Rio Carnival celebration, after all, you have earnt it!
Please note that the accommodation on this trip is predominantly camping, though there may be opportunities to upgrade this locally where rooms are available. Please see the trip inclusions for an approximate percentage of camping and room nights.
Note: From 2025 the itinerary will be extended slightly to 97 days and will include time travelling through both Uruguay and Paraguay
Overland Journeys
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Camping, Resort
Age Range
12-85 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Rio de Janeiro, Lima, Karnataka
Rio de Janeiro, Lima, Karnataka, Colca Canyon, Buenos Aires, Iguazu Falls, Pantanal, Parati, Cusco, La Paz, Uyuni, Salta, Santiago, San Carlos de Bariloche, Ushuaia
Begin your adventure in Islamabad, the modern capital of Pakistan, with visits to the impressive Faisal Mosque, the Pakistan Monument, and the Heritage Museum. Then, journey northward along the scenic Khagan Valley to Naran, a vibrant mountain town known for its colorful bazaar. Experience ancient history at the Jaulian Monastery and Sirkup Old City, exploring Buddhist ruins and a bustling Kushan-era city.
Cross the Babusar Pass and marvel at sweeping mountain vistas before reaching Fairy Meadows, a legendary destination with breathtaking views of Nanga Parbat. Spend time trekking to Beyal Camp or venturing further to Nanga Parbat Base Camp. Continue exploring the region's natural beauty in Tarashing and the stunning Desosai National Park before reaching Skardu, the capital of Baltistan. Take day trips to the fertile Shigar Valley and the picturesque Katchura Lake before continuing to Gilgit.
Immerse yourself in the legendary Hunza Valley, surrounded by towering peaks. Traverse the daring Hussaini Suspension Bridge, explore ancient forts in Karimabad and Altit, and witness the skill of local artisans at the KORGAH weaving center and CIQAM project. Conclude your journey with a scenic drive along the Karakorum Highway, stopping at the historic sites of Taxila and Rawalpindi before your final departure from Islamabad.
Throughout the expedition, we incorporate several invigorating day hikes, tailored to accommodate varying fitness levels. Among the highlights are treks leading to the Base Camps of the legendary Nanga Parbat, offering unparalleled views of this iconic peak. Additionally, we embark on scenic hikes to crystalline mountain lakes, such as the Passu Glacier, and explore ancient forts and sacred sites, immersing ourselves in the rich tapestry of Pakistani heritage.
Accommodations range from comfortable tourist-class hotels in Islamabad to charming guesthouses nestled amidst the rugged terrain, ensuring a restful retreat after each day's adventures. Delight your palate with the diverse array of cuisines included in nearly all meals, providing a tantalizing glimpse into the culinary traditions of the region. Be sure to savor the renowned local apricots of the enchanting Hunza Valley, adding a burst of flavor to your gastronomic journey
Cross the whole of mainland China, starting out in ancient Kashgar and ending on the Great Wall of China! Take the high altitude train to Lhasa in Tibet, visit the Potala Palace and catch your breath at Mt Everest Base Camp. Chengdu brings us to the Giant Panda Sanctuary before heading further east to Xi'an and the Terracotta Warriors. Beijing is the final stop and surely one never to forget
Join this overland adventure starting in the isolated desert country of Turkmenistan, travelling through Iran or across the Caspian Sea to the Caucasus states of Georgia and Armenia before continuing to Turkey. From Ashgabat to Istanbul, this trip is full of fascinating and varied history, demonstrating the contested and often turbulent past of this relatively unknown region. Those who do travel here are rewarded with breathtaking scenery from stunning snowy mountains to seemingly endless desert, ancient and medieval sites that rival and often outdo any found in Europe, and a wide array of eclectic cultures, with consistently friendly and welcoming locals
Travel along the Silk Road from the foothills of High Asia, through the historic cities of Uzbekistan and cross the deserts of Turkmenistan, taking a ferry journey across the Caspian Sea to the Lower Caucasus countries of Armenia and Georgia. Tick off the iconic highlights of Central Asia and experience the varied landscapes, rich history, diverse cultures and warm hospitality of one of the world's most intriguing and unique regions
A sweeping and varied expedition that has it all - majestic vistas with snow-capped mountains and crystal clear lakes, buzzing modern cities, ancient sites embedded in the history of Central Asia and a mixture of cultures, flavours and sights that will constantly surprise you. Follow the ancient traders of the Silk Road and through the heart of Asia on this once in a lifetime overland adventure!
Discover some of the oldest cities in the world steeped in history and legend, Samarkand in Uzbekistan to Baku - the largest City on the Caspian Sea or beautiful Esfahan in Iran, and on to Istanbul in Turkey. Travel through the legendary '5 Stans'. Experience the incredibly diverse landscapes from the barren desert in Turkmenistan to the high mountain passes and Pamir Highway in Tajikistan
Explorer
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Camping, Home-stay, Hotel, Resort
Age Range
1-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Istanbul, Bishkek, Charyn Canyon
Istanbul, Bishkek, Charyn Canyon National Park, Khiva, Ashgabat, Sheki, Yerevan, Tbilisi, Batumi, Cappadocia, Issyk-Kul Lake, Osh, Dushanbe, Samarkand, Bukhara
Follow one of the world's most well renowned highways; the Silk Road. This fantastic expedition will take you through some of the oldest cities and ancient trading routes in the world, you will also discover the stunning scenery as you get off the beaten track and into the wilderness of Tajikistan and Kyrgyzstan
Explorer
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Camping, Home-stay, Resort, Hotel
Age Range
18-80 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Ashgabat, Bishkek, Charyn Canyon
Ashgabat, Bishkek, Charyn Canyon National Park, Khiva, Issyk Kul, Osh, Dushanbe, Samarkand, Bukhara
Join this challenging expedition along ancient trading routes, following in the tracks of the old Silk Road. Discover some of the oldest cities in the world steeped in history and legend. Visit the legendary 'Stan's' taking in the bizarre city of Ashgabat and the splendour of the Old Registan in Uzbekistan. Get outdoors in Tajikistan and hike in the Fann Mountains. Kyrgyzstan amazes with it's deep mountain lakes and perennially snow-capped peaks, before crossing the mighty Torugat Pass and traversing the whole of China. Pandas, Terracotta Warriors and the Great Wall all await! We travel on one of our overland trucks as far as Kyrgyzstan and then by trains and local transport through China
Beginning in the cosmopolitan and multicultural capital of Georgia, travel south through the Lower Caucasus to Yerevan. From here we will either enter Azerbaijan and cross the Caspian Sea to Turkmenistan, or, take the southern route through Iran. From Ashgabat we embark on a journey through The 'Stans', including a drive on the iconic Pamir Highway before ending at the foothills of High Asia in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan. This overland adventure offers the very best of Central Asia: be it stunning mountain scenery, vast desert landscapes, or ancient historic sites, there is something for everyone.
Note: The land borders to Azerbaijan are currently closed and so we cannot operate this trip via that route. Instead we are currently taking our Iranian route. We will make a final decision on which route each departure takes a few months before it leaves, based on the current situation with border closures, the schedules & reliability of the Caspian Sea ferries, and the regional security situation
Join this Ultimate Expedition and follow in the footsteps of Alexander the Great and Marco Polo on this ground-breaking and challenging expedition along ancient trading routes. Discover some of the oldest cities in the world steeped in history and legend, vast and varied landscapes, and unique cultures on an unforgettable journey following the Silk Road
Take on the great outdoors in this epic journey across the expanse of Kyrgyzstan and up into the Pamir Mountains of Tajikistan. Visit one of the oldest Bazaar's on the Silk Road in Osh. Venture on the Pamir Highway and follow the border of Afghanistan, before arriving in Dushanbe
Discover some of South East Asia's most dynamic and modern cities to tropical rainforests and isolated, unspoilt beaches this local transport trip takes in many iconic highlights, while also uncovering some unknown gems well off the backpacker trail
Explorer
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hostel, Hotel
Age Range
18-80 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Singapore, Ho Chi Minh City, Bat
Singapore, Ho Chi Minh City, Battambang, Siem Reap, Surat Thani, Penang, Medan, Bukit Lawang, Melaka
Starting in the heart of Asia you will feel as if you have almost returned to Europe. You will encounter friendly locals, a diverse and long history, a unique and varied culture, lively and cosmopolitan cities, and vast, stunning landscapes that range from arid desert to rugged mountains, with dense forests and snow-capped peaks as we reach the Caucus states of Armenia and Georgia
