Lima To Rio (97 days) Kingdoms & Carnivals

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18 - 80 yearsAge range for participants

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Lima, Peru

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

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Highlights

Camp in the desert under the stars in the Ica Desert near the Oasis of Huacachina

Walk through the streets of the ancient Inca capital, it is like visiting a living museum

Trek through the Sacred Valley of the Incas reaching the famous UNESCO World Heritage site Machu Picchu

Visit the colourful witches market in the highest capital city in the world - La Paz

Tour the local wineries by foot or bicycle in the wine growing region of the Andes

Take a boat ride up close to this almost 200ft high glacier, Perito Moreno Glacier

Enjoy the outstanding beauty of Torres del Paine National Park, where hug

Take a boat ride up close to this almost 200ft high glacier, Perito Moreno Glacier

Enjoy the outstanding beauty of Torres del Paine National Park, where hug

Itinerary

Ready for the ultimate South American adventure? The 'Lima to Rio (97 Days) Kingdoms & Carnivals' tour package sweeps you across a dazzling array of landscapes and cultures, from Lima to the vibrant pulse of Rio de Janeiro. Over 12.5 weeks, this epic overland journey dives deep into Peru, Brazil, and—soon—Uruguay and Paraguay, taking you through iconic spots like the Pantanal, Parati, Santiago, and more. With a focus on authentic travel, you'll traverse rugged terrains, embrace back-to-basics camping, and get involved in cooking and daily camp life, making this trip ideal for intrepid explorers seeking a real taste of South America. Along the way, you'll meet locals, witness unforgettable scenery, and experience remote areas that few travelers ever reach. The grand finale? Celebrate your achievement with a legendary New Year's Eve or Rio Carnival party. The real USP here is the immersive, back-to-basics approach: perfect for those who crave adventure, camaraderie, and cultural discovery far from the beaten path. Accommodation is mostly camping, with occasional opportunities to upgrade when available—check the inclusions for precise details. For those who crave an epic, transformative journey, this overland tour is an experience like no other.

day 1-8Lima To Colca Canyon And Cusco

Departing Lima our next stop is the Ballestas Islands in the Paracas National Reserve. By boat, you have the opportunity to visit the rare and exotic sea birds and mammals that inhabit these islands. An hour's drive inland in the heart of the Ica Desert is the Oasis of Huacachina; if it’s an adrenaline rush you're after, you have the option to head out on a custom made dune buggy & roar across the desert sands to the top of enormous dunes & then sand board down them - head first on a greased up plank of wood! Then, after an unforgettable desert sunset, we sit around the campfire while our guides cook up a storm, followed by a night sleeping out under the stars. In the morning we make our way to one of the world's great archaeological mysteries The Nazca Lines. These huge figures and shapes, carved into the desert floor are best viewed from the air, with various optional flights available - South America travel is not complete until you have seen these unbelievable ancient mysteries.
Still heading south we visit Chauchilla Cemetery with its well-preserved mummies, on our way to Puerto Inca, at this ancient Inca harbour we camp at the beach and enjoy our last night at sea level before beginning our climb back into the towering Andes. The next two nights are spent in Arequipa at 2325m, giving us time to acclimatise, and enjoy this beautiful colonial city with its impressive El Misti Volcano in the background. Arequipa is also the gateway to one of the deepest canyons in the world. Twice as deep as the Grand Canyon, Colca Canyon is an awesome sight. Here, if you get up early, Condors can be seen circling lazily on the thermals rising from the canyon floor.
A couple of day’s driving and an overnight bush camp then bring us to Cusco.

day 9-14Cusco, Inca Trail And Machu Picchu

day 15-20Cusco To La Paz

day 21-26La Paz To Uyuni

day 27-30Uyuni To Salta

day 31-39Salta To Santiago

day 40-47Santiago To Hanging Glacier

day 48-53Hanging Glacier To El Chalten & El Calafate

day 54-58Torres Del Paine Np & Puerto Natales

day 59-62Puerto Natales To Ushuaia

day 63-70Ushuaia To Buenos Aires

day 71-77Buenos Aires To Uruguay

day 78-83Esteros Del Ibera Wetlands And Paraguay

day 84-92Iguazu Falls To The Pantanal

day 93-97Pantanal To Rio

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Camping and Cooking equipment

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Meals - approx. 50%

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All transport on Oasis Expedition Truck

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