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Best of South America

BM-10187

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Tour Type
Small Group
Max Group Size
16
Age Requirement
15 - 99 yrs
Operated In
English
Physical Rating
ChallengingDemands good physical fitness and stamina for more intense or extended activities.

Starts

Ends

Lima, Peru

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Highlights

Explore elegant architecture, political history in spades and hilly neighbourhoods dotted with terracotta roofs – Sucre might be Bolivia’s most beautiful city.

Take an unforgettable 4WD adventure across the Salar de Uyuni – some of the largest salt lakes in the world. Pass cactus islands, train cemeteries and mineral lakes teeming with flamingos.

The giant desert inscriptions of the Nazca Lines are one of Peru's great unsolved mysteries, and so is the lost Inca city of Machu Picchu. You’ll experience both your own way, with a range of options to choose from.

Enjoy delicious home-cooking and warm hospitality during your three-day estancia stay, and learn about Uruguay’s gauchos – legendary cowboys – while on the ranch.

After seeing its virgin rainforests, blue lagoons and splendid beaches, you’d never imagine that Ilha Grande had such a treacherous pirate history. This is true natural beauty, Brazilian style.

Itinerary

Embark on the ultimate 51-day South American adventure with the Best of South America tour package, journeying from Lima to Rio de Janeiro. This comprehensive trip is perfect for explorers eager to traverse Peru, Bolivia, Argentina, Uruguay, and Brazil, discovering everything from ancient Inca wonders to cosmopolitan capitals.

With local guides leading the way, you’ll trek—or take a train—to Machu Picchu, spend tranquil days on a working estancia in Uruguay, and cross the stunning Uyuni Salt Flats by 4WD. Dive into the buzz of Buenos Aires, La Paz, and Lima, and unwind on Brazil’s legendary beaches. The itinerary includes a perfect blend of guided sightseeing and free time, allowing you to discover South America’s rich tapestry at your own rhythm.

What makes this tour stand out is its sheer scope—a truly immersive exploration of the continent’s cultural and natural marvels, ideal for those seeking both adventure and authentic local encounters.

Day 1Lima
Day 2Lima
Day 3Paracas
Day 4Nazca
Day 5Arequipa
Day 6Arequipa
Day 7Chivay
Day 8Arequipa
Day 9Arequipa
Day 10Cusco
Day 11Inca Trail
Day 12Inca Trail
Day 13Inca Trail
Day 14Inca Trail
Day 15Cusco
Day 16Cusco
Day 17Puno
Day 18Puno
Day 19Puno
Day 20La Paz
Day 21La Paz
Day 22La Paz
Day 23Sucre
Day 24Sucre
Day 25Potosi
Day 26Uyuni
Day 27Uyuni
Day 28Salar de Uyuni
Day 29Tupiza
Day 30Tilcara
Day 31Tilcara
Day 32Buenos Aires
Day 33Buenos Aires
Day 34Buenos Aires
Day 35Buenos Aires
Day 36Colonia Del Sacramento
Day 37Tacuarembo
Day 38Tacuarembo
Day 39Tacuarembo
Day 40Tacuarembo
Day 41Foz do Iguazu
Day 42Foz do Iguazu
Day 43Rio de Janeiro
Day 44Rio de Janeiro
Day 45Paraty
Day 46Paraty
Day 47Ilha Grande
Day 48Ilha Grande
Day 49Ilha Grande
Day 50Rio de Janeiro
Day 51Rio de Janeiro
Best of South America

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What's Included

Accommodation
Camping (with basic facilities) (3 nights), Dormitory (2 nights), Estancia (3 nights), Homestay (1 night), Hotel (37 nights), Overnight bus (3 nights)
Meals
41 Breakfasts, 11 Lunches, 9 Dinners
Transport
4x4, Boat, Bus, Coach, Ferry, Minibus, Overnight bus, Plane, Private vehicle, Public bus, Taxi, Van
Guide
An expert tour leader
Included Activities
Lima - Leader-led walking tourColca Canyon - Guided tourColca Canyon Condor VisitCusco - Leader-led orientation walk3 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 visitSacred Valley - Community visit & lunchLake Titicaca - Boat tour & HomestaySalt flats - Visit to 'Fish Island/Inca Wasi'Uyuni - Colchani Salt Factory VisitEduardo Avaroa National Reserve - Altiplano tour including Laguna ColoradaBuenos Aires - Leader-led orientation walkEstancia Stay - 3-Night Stay on an EstanciaIguazu Falls - Tour of the Brazilian side of the fallsIguazu Falls - Tour of the Argentinian side of the fallsRio de Janeiro - Orientation Walk

What's Excluded

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