LIMA to SANTIAGO (39 days) The Cordilleras

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Lima, Peru

Santiago, Cape verde

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A boat trip to the Ballestas Islands which are bursting with exotic and rare marine wildlife

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

Take a flight over the huge figures and shapes carved into the stony desert, known as the Nazca Lines

View the majestic condors, which can be seen circling lazily on the thermals rising from the Colca Canyon floor

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

Explore Lake Titicaca by boat - the world's highest navigable

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

Explore Lake Titicaca by boat - the world's highest navigable

Itinerary

Make memories that will last a lifetime with our 35 day trail along the coastlines, mountains and the altiplano of South America. Travel to the mysterious Nazca Lines and the beautiful city of Arequipa before climbing into the Andes. Witness ancient Incan archaeological sights such as famous Machu Picchu at the end of the Inca Trail. In Bolivia we see the striking natural landscape of the vast Salt Flats and learn about the cultures of the indigenous people who live here. Get your blood pumping with a selection of adrenaline fuelled activities such as sandboarding in the Peruvian desert, before exploring the wine district of northern Argentina, the local colonial towns and the great bars and restaurants of Lima and Santiago. With a taste of everything, this tour gives you the opportunity to get a real feel for South American culture.

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: In 2025 this trip will be extended to 39 days

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 27-39Uyuni To Santiago

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Meals - approx. 50%

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All transport on Oasis Expedition Truck

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