Quito To Rio (114 Days) Kingdoms & Carnivals

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Quito, Ecuador

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

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Highlights

3 nights exploring the Amazon Jungle

Relax in the thermal baths in the spa town of Banos

Camp in the desert under the stars in the Ica Desert

Trek through the Sacred Valley of the Incas to reach Machu Picchu

Visit the witches market in the highest capital city in the world, La Paz

Tour the local wineries

Take a boat ride up to Perito Moreno Glacier

Enjoy the outstanding beauty of Torres del Paine National Park

Travel to the most southerly town on earth, Ushuaia

Experience cosmopolitan Buenos Aires

Explore the vast wetlands of the Pantanal

Carnival or New Year's Eve celebrations in Rio

Tour the local wineries

Take a boat ride up to Perito Moreno Glacier

Enjoy the outstanding beauty of Torres del Paine National Park

Travel to the most southerly town on earth, Ushuaia

Experience cosmopolitan Buenos Aires

Explore the vast wetlands of the Pantanal

Carnival or New Year's Eve celebrations in Rio

Itinerary

For those eager to conquer the wilds of South America, the Quito to Rio (114 Days) Kingdoms & Carnivals overland trip offers the ultimate test of endurance and spirit. This adventure takes you through Ecuador, Brazil, Argentina, and beyond, navigating remote regions, camping under the stars, and embracing the joy of communal cooking. Experience everything from Andean highlands to steamy jungles, and reward yourself at journey’s end with Rio’s famous Carnival or a New Year’s celebration. The unique selling point? This tour package’s epic length and immersive, back-to-basics style promise a deep, authentic connection to the landscapes and people of South America—a journey few will ever match.

day 1-8Quito To The Amazon Jungle And Cuenca

Departing Quito, Ecuador’s largest city, we head east on narrow, tortuous roads to the steamy edge of the Amazon basin and our gateway into the Amazon jungle. Here accompanied by experienced guides, we explore on foot this exotic environment staying at a forest lodge.
Further south, perched high in the mountains of Ecuador, lies the outdoor adventure mecca of Banos. This spa town, where Ecuadorians go to relax in the thermal baths, is a favourite amongst those who have undertaken South America travel. With optional activities including rafting, canyoning and treks to waterfalls, you won't be short of things to do! We hit the road again and drive south along the spine of the Andes towards Peru visiting Cuenca on the way.

day 9-17Cuenca To Lima

day 18-25Lima To Colca Canyon And Cusco

day 26-31Cusco, Inca Trail And Machu Picchu

day 32-37Cusco To La Paz

day 38-43La Paz To Uyuni

day 44-47Uyuni To Salta

day 48-56Salta To Santiago

day 57-64Santiago To Hanging Glacier

day 65-70Hanging Glacier To El Chalten & El Calafate

day 71-75Torres Del Paine Np & Puerto Natales

day 76-79Puerto Natales To Ushuaia

day 80-87Ushuaia To Buenos Aires

day 88-94Buenos Aires To Uruguay

day 95-100Esteros Del Ibera Wetlands And Paraguay

day 101-109Iguazu Falls To The Pantanal

day 110-114Pantanal To Rio

What's Included

Accommodation

Camping and Cooking equipment

Meals

Meals - approx. 50%

Transport

All transport on Oasis Expedition Truck

Guide

Chan Chan Ruins - entrance & guided tour

Others

Services of Oasis Crew

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