Journeys: Explore South America

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29 daysDuration

Small Group TourUsually 8-12 participants

16 peopleMaximum group size

12 - 100 yearsAge range for participants

EnglishGuide language

Moderate

Involves sustained activity requiring a reasonable level of fitness and endurance.

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Ends

Santiago, Chile

Quito, Ecuador

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Highlights

Experience a private winery tour near Santiago and enjoy a hosted tasting of wines paired with gourmet bites. Explore Torres del Paine on a guided tour past granite peaks and turquoise lakes

.Take in views from scenic boardwalks and cruise past the dramatic northern face of Perito Moreno glacier. Explore the historic streets of Buenos Aires with local guides to discover neighbourhood histories and vibrant street art. Experience the Argentine and Brazilian sides of Iguassu Falls over two full days. Ascend Sugarloaf Mountain for sweeping views of Rio. Explore Rio’s historic Afro-Brazilian roots and learn the stories that gave birth to samba. Wander hilltop streets and the ruins of a grand mansion in Rio's Santa Teresa district. Have lunch at a G Adventures-supported community restaurant in the Sacred Valley. Visit the “Parque de la Papa” (“Potato Park”) community with a local guide for immersive time observing agricultural.

Weaving.

And cultural traditions. Explore Machu Picchu with an expert guide to uncover its secrets. Visit the Cusco Planetarium to gaze up at the southern sky and learn about the ancient Incas’ relationship with the cosmos. Walk through Quito's historical heart with a local guide to taste regional cacao and artisanal chocolate. Travel to the middle of the world at the Intiñan Museum for interactive experiments right on the equator line. Explore an organic farm.

Learn about crops.

And plant an endemic tree to support island conservation. Sail to an uninhabited island to hike wild trails and snorkel alongside turtles.

Rays.

And sharks. Walk through the Charles Darwin Research Station to see giant tortoises and learn about habitat protection. Discover volcanic origins and human history at the Gianny Arismendi Interpretation Center.

Then hike up to the Tijeretas lookout.

And plant an endemic tree to support island conservation. Sail to an uninhabited island to hike wild trails and snorkel alongside turtles.

Rays.

Then hike up to the Tijeretas lookout.

Itinerary

From the misty peaks of Machu Picchu and the wild wonders of the Galápagos to roaring waterfalls, icy glaciers, and the vibrant rhythms of Rio, South America unfolds in spectacular fashion. Meet local farmers in Sacred Valley communities, taste chocolate along Quito’s historic streets, and sail past uninhabited islands. This is a continent revealed through real connection, shared stories, and wild landscapes.

day 1Santiago

Arrive at any time. Arrival transfer is included.

Accomodation

NH Ciudad Santiago (or similar)

Transport

Arrival Transfer Duration : 0.5 hr Distance : 20 km

Included Activity

Welcome Meeting Duration : 0.75 hr

day 2Santiago

day 3Santiago/Puerto Natales

day 4Torres del Paine National Park/Puerto Natales

day 5Puerto Natales/El Calafate

day 6El Calafate

day 7El Calafate/Buenos Aires

day 8Buenos Aires

day 9Buenos Aires

day 10Buenos Aires/Foz do Iguaçu

day 11Foz do Iguaçu

day 12Foz do Iguaçu/Rio de Janeiro

day 13Rio de Janeiro

day 14Rio de Janeiro

day 15Rio de Janeiro/Lima

day 16Lima/Urubamba

day 17Urubamba

day 18Urubamba/Aguas Calientes

day 19Aguas Calientes/Cusco

day 20Cusco

day 21Cusco/Lima

day 22Lima/Quito

day 23Quito

day 24Quito/Santa Cruz Island

day 25Santa Cruz Island

day 26Santa Cruz Island

day 27Santa Cruz Island/San Cristóbal Island

day 28San Cristóbal Island

day 29San Cristóbal Island/Quito

What's Included

Accommodation

Hotels (28 nts).

Meals

28 breakfasts, 12 lunches, 3 dinners
Note: Allow USD960-1250 for meals not included.

Transport

Private vehicle, plane, boat, local bus, train, ferry, speedboat, water taxi, walkingAll transport between destinations and to/from included activities

Guide

National Geographic Expedition Leader throughout, Local Guides, Naturalist Guide Expedition Leader in the Galápagos Islands (certified by the Galápagos National Park Authority)

Included activities

Your Journeys Highlight Moment: Wine, Family and Vineyard Experience, SantiagoYour Journeys Highlight Moment: Rio's "Little Africa" and Christ the Redeemer, Rio de JaneiroYour Journeys Highlight Moment: Traditional Andean Experience, UrubambaYour Journeys Highlight Moment: Cusco Planetarium, CuscoYour Journeys Highlight Moment: Organic Farm Visit, Santa Cruz IslandYour G for Good Moment: Buenos Aires City Tour & Isla Maciel Cultural Experience, Buenos AiresYour G for Good Moment: Parque de la Papa (Potato Park), PisacYour G for Good Moment: Parwa Community Restaurant the Sacred Valley, LamayYour Welcome Moment: Welcome Meeting, SantiagoYour Discover Moment: Buenos AiresYour Foodie Moment: Dinner at a Churrascaría, Foz do IguaçuYour Foodie Moment: Traditional Pachamanca Dinner, UrubambaYour Discover Moment: CuscoArrival transferSantiago city tour with a local guideOrientation walk in Puerto NatalesFull-day panoramic tour of Torres del Paine National ParkVisit the Glaciarium Museum in El CalafateGuided tour to the Perito Moreno GlacierBoat ride to the north face of Perito Moreno GlacierVisit the Brazilian and Argentine sides of Iguassu Falls over 2 daysSugarloaf Mountain cable car visitFull-day Rio de Janeiro tour to "Little Africa, " Lapa and Christ the RedeemerGuided visit of the Santa Teresa district and botanical gardensInternational flight from Rio de Janeiro to LimaTwo-day Sacred Valley tour including Ollantaytambo, Moray, and Pisac ruins and pre-Inca salt pansTraditional pachamanca-style dinnerScenic train and guided tour of Machu PicchuInternational flight from Lima to QuitoQuito city tour with local chocolate and cacao tastingVisit the Intiñan Museum at the Equator lineFull-day tour by boat to uninhabited island to spot wildlife with swimming and snorkellingWalk to Tortuga Bay on Santa Cruz IslandCharles Darwin Research Station visitVisit San Cristóbal's Interpretation Centre and Las TijeretasInternal flights

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