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Highlights
Cusco: Travel from Cusco to Puno on a full-day journey that turns the transfer into part of the adventure. Along the way, you'll stop at Andahuaylillas, Raqchi, La Raya and Pucará, (plus enjoy buffet lunch with Andes views). It's a comfy ride with reclining seats, air conditioning and onboard restrooms.
La Paz: Tuck into a 3-course set menu at Manq’a (“food” in Aymara), a seriously cool restaurant with a big heart. Your meal supports culinary training and better opportunities for vulnerable youth, while championing sustainable, fairly priced local produce and proud cultural food traditions.
La Paz: See the city through the eyes of masked shoe shiners (these are the people who keep La Paz moving). Expect a walking tour that goes beyond the usual sights, with real stories about daily life, stigma, and informal work, all while supporting community projects that back shoe shiners and their families.
La Paz: Leave La Paz after dark and roll into Sucre on a 13-hour overnight journey. Oh yeah, and there are comfy reclining seats on this ride!
Sucre: Get your bearings in Bolivia’s “White City”. Wandering the colonial centre with its elegant plazas, architecture, and easy-going vibe. Then you can grab a proper local bite at Salteñería El Patio — Sucre’s go-to for juicy salteñas in a classic courtyard setting.
Potosi: Walk the UNESCO-listed historic centre where grand churches and cobbled streets meet the shadow of Cerro Rico. Expect a loop through Plaza 10 de Noviembre, plus time to dive into the Casa Nacional de la Moneda — the former mint turned museum that tells the story behind Potosí’s wealth (and its cost).
Potosi: Head to a local ex-miner’s home for a home-cooked meal and a no-filter chat about life in the mines. You'll enjoy local dishes like quinoa soup and potatoes, plus get a deeper look at the challenges (and resilience) behind this tough line of work.
Uyuni: Roll through Uyuni’s high-altitude outpost vibes — dusty streets, a lively plaza, and market stalls with llama wool and quinoa on repeat. It’s the rugged launchpad for what you came for… and your Trip Manager will help you get orientated before the big landscapes take over.
Uyuni Salt Flat: Near the Uyuni Salt Flats, this special stay is made out of salt. Yep, actual salt. It’s an accommodation with a seriously unique twist, serving up a stay in one of South America’s most surreal landscapes. Geological icon meets human ingenuity. Not a bad combo for a night on the trip!
Salta: Wander around Plaza 9 de Julio and the city’s leafy, pastel-lined streets, taking in the cathedral and the glow of San Francisco Church. As evening hits, you’ll have the chance to soak in the local peña scene (think folk music energy and regional flavours).
Buenos Aires: Head out with your Trip Manager to get the lay of the land — key spots, neighbourhood vibes, and the best ways to spend your free time.
Montevideo: Get your bearings in Uruguay’s laid-back capital with a stroll through Montevideo’s streets, plazas, and waterfront vibes. Expect local colour, easy wandering, and plenty of spots to pause for a cafe stop or a snack as you explore at your own pace.
Colonia Del Sacramento: Wander Colonia del Sacramento’s cobbled lanes and colonial streets at the perfect pace. Explore the Barrio Histórico, snap the lighthouse views, cafe-hop between bougainvillea-draped houses, then finish along the rambla as the Río de la Plata lights up at sunset.
San Antonio de Areco: Just 500 metres from the historic centre of San Antonio de Areco, this special stay gives you the best of both worlds: a real Argentine ranch setting with the town just a short walk away. Think classic estancia energy and a countryside backdrop without straying too far from the action.
Iguazú Falls: Take a walk through the lush rainforest trails, finishing up at the very edge of the Devil’s Throat. You’ll have time to wander the different walkways, basking in the views and watching out for rainbows and wildlife too. And if you’re feeling adventurous, how about the optional Gran Aventura speedboat ride?
Puerto Iguazu: Visit a jungle rescue and rehab centre dedicated to helping native animals recover and return to the rainforest when possible. Riding in by trailer and walking guided forest trails, you’ll hear each animal’s rescue story and learn about the real threats they face (trafficking, habitat loss, and road accidents).
Rio de Janeiro: Ever heard of Favelas? They're growing neighbourhoods in Brazil. And on this tour, we'll visit Favela Cantagalo near Rio. We'll check out the Portal of Saint Roman, walk through alleyways, see the 10 paintings of the Houses-Screen, and even stop by a few viewpoints along the way. You'll even visit the Museu de Favela-MUF, a historical museum about memories and cultural heritage of favelas in the world. It's a collection about 20,000 residents and their ways of life, and how their stories are an unknown but important part of Rio de Janeiro's history. Trust us, you don't wanna miss this one.
Potosi: Walk the UNESCO-listed historic centre where grand churches and cobbled streets meet the shadow of Cerro Rico. Expect a loop through Plaza 10 de Noviembre, plus time to dive into the Casa Nacional de la Moneda — the former mint turned museum that tells the story behind Potosí’s wealth (and its cost).
Potosi: Head to a local ex-miner’s home for a home-cooked meal and a no-filter chat about life in the mines. You'll enjoy local dishes like quinoa soup and potatoes, plus get a deeper look at the challenges (and resilience) behind this tough line of work.
Uyuni: Roll through Uyuni’s high-altitude outpost vibes — dusty streets, a lively plaza, and market stalls with llama wool and quinoa on repeat. It’s the rugged launchpad for what you came for… and your Trip Manager will help you get orientated before the big landscapes take over.
Uyuni Salt Flat: Near the Uyuni Salt Flats, this special stay is made out of salt. Yep, actual salt. It’s an accommodation with a seriously unique twist, serving up a stay in one of South America’s most surreal landscapes. Geological icon meets human ingenuity. Not a bad combo for a night on the trip!
Salta: Wander around Plaza 9 de Julio and the city’s leafy, pastel-lined streets, taking in the cathedral and the glow of San Francisco Church. As evening hits, you’ll have the chance to soak in the local peña scene (think folk music energy and regional flavours).
Buenos Aires: Head out with your Trip Manager to get the lay of the land — key spots, neighbourhood vibes, and the best ways to spend your free time.
Montevideo: Get your bearings in Uruguay’s laid-back capital with a stroll through Montevideo’s streets, plazas, and waterfront vibes. Expect local colour, easy wandering, and plenty of spots to pause for a cafe stop or a snack as you explore at your own pace.
Colonia Del Sacramento: Wander Colonia del Sacramento’s cobbled lanes and colonial streets at the perfect pace. Explore the Barrio Histórico, snap the lighthouse views, cafe-hop between bougainvillea-draped houses, then finish along the rambla as the Río de la Plata lights up at sunset.
San Antonio de Areco: Just 500 metres from the historic centre of San Antonio de Areco, this special stay gives you the best of both worlds: a real Argentine ranch setting with the town just a short walk away. Think classic estancia energy and a countryside backdrop without straying too far from the action.
Iguazú Falls: Take a walk through the lush rainforest trails, finishing up at the very edge of the Devil’s Throat. You’ll have time to wander the different walkways, basking in the views and watching out for rainbows and wildlife too. And if you’re feeling adventurous, how about the optional Gran Aventura speedboat ride?
Puerto Iguazu: Visit a jungle rescue and rehab centre dedicated to helping native animals recover and return to the rainforest when possible. Riding in by trailer and walking guided forest trails, you’ll hear each animal’s rescue story and learn about the real threats they face (trafficking, habitat loss, and road accidents).
Rio de Janeiro: Ever heard of Favelas? They're growing neighbourhoods in Brazil. And on this tour, we'll visit Favela Cantagalo near Rio. We'll check out the Portal of Saint Roman, walk through alleyways, see the 10 paintings of the Houses-Screen, and even stop by a few viewpoints along the way. You'll even visit the Museu de Favela-MUF, a historical museum about memories and cultural heritage of favelas in the world. It's a collection about 20,000 residents and their ways of life, and how their stories are an unknown but important part of Rio de Janeiro's history. Trust us, you don't wanna miss this one.
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What's Included
Accommodation
Viajero Cusco (or similar) HotelHotel Casona Plaza (or similar)Llachon Island Homestay (or similar) HotelHotel Las Brisas Centro (or similar)Overnight Bus HotelHostal Sucre (or similar) HotelHotel Virreyes (or similar)Samay Wasi (or similar) HotelHotel De Sal "Tambo Loma" Colcha K (or similar)Hotel Ecologico de Piedra (or similar)Hostal Puritama (or similar) HotelHostal Prisamata (or similar) HotelViajero Hostel (or similar) HotelViajero Montevideo (or similar) HotelViajero Colonia (or similar) HotelEstancia la Cinacina (or similar) HotelSmart Cataratas Hotel (or similar)Refugio Hostel (or similar) HotelJo&Joe (or similar) Hotel
Meals
Lunch (x4)Breakfast (x21)Dinner (x6)
Transport
Travel by coach
Guide
Experienced Driver Guide
34 daysDuration
Group TourJoin a group of travelers
48 peopleMaximum group size
18 - 35 yearsAge range for participants
EnglishGuide language
Starts
Ends
Cusco, Peru
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
What's Excluded
Itinerary
Start in the clouds, finish on the coast? Yup. On this trip, you'll cruise Lake Titicaca, get seriously wowed by the Uyuni Salt Flats, desert-hop into Chile, then roll through Argentina and Uruguay before hitting Iguazu Falls and finishing strong in Rio. This is the full overland epic — 34 days of local hostels, public transport, overnight buses from the Andes to the Atlantic.
day 1Cusco
Hello and welcome to Cusco! This afternoon is yours to settle in and start soaking up that high-altitude buzz. In the evening, youll meet your Trip Manager for a welcome meeting.
Location Visited
Cusco
Accommodation
Viajero Cusco (or similar)
day 2Cusco to Puno
day 3Puno to Lake Titicaca
day 4Lake Titicaca to Puno
day 5Puno to La Paz
day 6La Paz
day 7La Paz to Overnight Bus
day 8Overnight Bus to Sucre
day 9Sucre
day 10Sucre to Potosi
day 11Potosi
day 12Potosi to Uyuni
day 13Uyuni to Uyuni Salt Flat
day 14Uyuni Salt Flat to Reserva Nacional de Fauna Andina Eduardo Avaroa
day 15Reserva Nacional de Fauna Andina Eduardo Avaroa to San Pedro de Atacama
day 16San Pedro de Atacama
day 17San Pedro de Atacama to Salta
day 18Salta
day 19Salta to Buenos Aires
day 20Buenos Aires
day 21Buenos Aires
day 22Buenos Aires to Montevideo
day 23Montevideo
day 24Montevideo to Colonia
day 25Colonia to San Antonio de Areco via Buenos Aires
day 26San Antonio de Areco to Puerto Iguazu
day 27Puerto Iguazu to Foz do Iguau
day 28Foz do Iguau
day 29Foz do Iguau to Ilha Grande via Rio de Janiero and Porto Real
day 30Ilha Grande
day 31Ilha Grande
day 32Ilha Grande to Rio de Janiero via Porto Real
Get ready for the adventure of a lifetime with this 38-day journey through five incredible South American countries — a dream for history buffs, nature enthusiasts, and nightlife seekers alike. Ride the rails through Peru’s stunning Urubamba Valley to the iconic Machu Picchu, dive into the vibrant culture of Lake Titicaca, and marvel at the surreal landscapes of Bolivia’s Salar de Uyuni and Chile’s Valley of the Moon in the Atacama Desert. Explore colorful Valparaíso, find thrills in the adventure haven of Pucón, and relax in the lakeside charm of Bariloche. From the tango halls of Buenos Aires to the samba beats of Rio de Janeiro, and the thundering majesty of Iguassu Falls, every moment of this trip will leave you in awe and hungry for more.
From the mystical ruins of Peru to the rhythmic pulse of Brazil, the 'Ultimate Peru, Argentina & Brazil' tour spans 30 days and 15 destinations, promising a comprehensive South American adventure for those ready for a challenging and rewarding journey. Delve into the Inca heartlands, trek jungle trails, and connect with local communities as you wind through Peru’s ancient landscapes. Continue on to Argentina’s iconic cities and natural marvels before arriving in vibrant Rio de Janeiro, where Brazil’s energy is palpable. This adventure trip is tailored for travelers with a robust sense of adventure and a good fitness level, blending city exploration, wildlife encounters, and breathtaking scenery. The true highlight? Experiencing the full spectrum of South America’s contrasts—from Andean peaks to urban jungles—in one seamless, expertly guided tour package.
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Plunge into the heart of South America on the epic 44-day South America Highlights trip, spanning from Lima to Rio de Janeiro. Designed for those seeking both discovery and freedom, this tour seamlessly blends guided exploration with time for independent adventures. Travelers will trek the legendary Inca Trail to Machu Picchu, soak in the energy of Rio’s vibrant nightlife, and marvel at the thundering Iguazu Falls.
Wander through the historic barrios of Buenos Aires, snap unforgettable photos at the Uyuni Salt Flats, and take in the Nazca Lines’ mysterious allure. With 23 destinations in Brazil and Peru—including cultural, religious, and historic sites—this challenging itinerary lets you immerse yourself in the region’s diverse landscapes and cultures at your own pace.
The unique selling point? This tour package offers an expertly crafted balance of iconic sights and personal freedom, delivering South America’s best adventures, from ancient ruins to modern city buzz, in one unforgettable journey.
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Set out on the grandest of South American tours as you discover Lima, the City of the Kings, explore the salt pans of the Sacred Valley and see the mysterious Machu Picchu up close, with an expert-led tour of the lost city. Cruise Lake Titicaca to the Uros Floating Islands, where locals collect reeds to create their floating homes and pause in the Casablanca Valley for a wine tasting at the boutique Kingston Family Winery. In Buenos Aires, take in the balcony made famous by the former First Lady of Argentina, Eva Peron, and adventure onwards to the thundering cascades of Iguassu Falls. Across the Brazilian border in Rio de Janeiro, dial down the pace with cocktails on Copacabana Beach and an authentic lunch at a local churrascaria, a traditional Brazilian steakhouse and quintessential Brazilian experience.
