The Great South American Journey: Quito to Rio Adventure

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The Great South American Journey: Quito to Rio Adventure

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duration 65 days
tour type Small group Request as private
age requirement 18-39 yrs
max group size 18
guiding method Fully guided
Tour Code BM-5183
Footprint Carbonneutral CO₂ emissions resulting from all trips on Bookmundi will be offset via investments in carbon reduction projects.
Operated in English

Starts Quito, Ecuador
Ends Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

HIGHLIGHTS

Mingle with the locals of a small community in the Amazon.
Go sandboarding on the dunes of Huacachina.
Spot condors at Colca Canyon.
Conquer the Inca Trail on the way to Machu Picchu.
Experience traditional life on Lake Titicaca.
Cross the the world's largest salt flat on a 4x4 excursion.
Experience rural life at a working ranch in Uruguay.
Stand in awe at Iguassu Falls.
Explore bustling Rio de Janeiro on your own time.
See a tango show or take part in Buenos Aires' buzzing nightlife.
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Start in Quito and end in Rio de Janeiro, the trip "The Great South American Journey: Quito To Rio Adventure" is a guided wildlife tour that takes 65 days. You will visit Colonia, Salar De Uyuni, Nazca and 29 other destinations in 7 different countries. "The Great South American Journey: Quito To Rio Adventure" is a small group trip which will include accommodation, transport, meals and others. See below for further details.

Sometimes the slow road is the way to go. Hit the road from Quito to Rio with other young travellers and experience pretty much everything you can imagine in between. Hike the Inca Trail and discover the thriving Inca culture, cross the Salt Flats of Bolivia, dance the tango in Buenos Aires, and hit the beach in Brazil. This trip offers up lively cities, stunning scenery, and tons of adventure. 65 days, seven countries, three nights in the Amazon, and one adventure you’ll remember forever.

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Day 1: Quito
Day 2: Quito/Tena
Day 3: Tena
Day 4: Tena
Day 5: Tena/Baños
Day 6: Baños
Day 7: Baños/Cuenca
Day 8: Cuenca
Day 9: Máncora
Day 10: Máncora
Day 11: Máncora/Trujillo
Day 12: Trujillo
Day 13: Trujillo/Lima
Day 14: Lima
Day 15: Lima
Day 16: Lima/Huacachina
Day 17: Huacachina/Nazca
Day 18: Nazca/Arequipa
Day 19: Arequipa
Day 20: Arequipa/Colca Canyon
Day 21: Colca Canyon/Arequipa
Day 22: Arequipa/Cusco
Day 23: Cusco
Day 24: Cusco
Day 25: Cusco/Ollantaytambo
Day 26: Inca Trail
Day 27: Inca Trail
Day 28: Inca Trail
Day 29: Machu Picchu/Cusco
Day 30: Cusco
Day 31: Cusco/Puno
Day 32: Puno/Lake Titicaca
Day 33: Lake Titicaca/Puno
Day 34: Puno/La Paz
Day 35: La Paz
Day 36: La Paz/Sucre
Day 37: Sucre
Day 38: Sucre
Day 39: Sucre/Potosí
Day 40: Potosí
Day 41: Potosí/Uyuni
Day 42: Uyuni/Salt Flats and Desert Crossing
Day 43: Salt Flats and Desert Crossing
Day 44: Salt Flats and Desert Crossing /San Pedro de Atacama
Day 45: San Pedro de Atacama
Day 46: San Pedro de Atacama/Salta
Day 47: Salta
Day 48: Salta/Buenos Aires
Day 49: Buenos Aires
Day 50: Buenos Aires
Day 51: Buenos Aires/Colonia
Day 52: Colonia/Montevideo
Day 53: Montevideo
Day 54: Montevideo/Estancia Stay
Day 55: Estancia Stay
Day 56: Estancia Stay/Iguassu Falls
Day 57: Iguassu Falls
Day 58: Iguassu Falls
Day 59: Iguassu Falls/Paraty
Day 60: Paraty
Day 61: Paraty/Ilha Grande
Day 62: Ilha Grande
Day 63: Ilha Grande/Rio de Janeiro
Day 64: Rio de Janeiro
Day 65: Rio de Janeiro

WHAT'S INCLUDED

Accommodation

Simple hotels (38 nts, twin-share), hostels (9 nts, multi-share), jungle homestay (2 nts), G Adventures-supported community lodge (1 nt), overnight buses (6 nts), camping (3 nts), homestay (1 nt), G Adventures-supported lodge/basic hotels on Salar de Uyuni excursion (2 nts, multi-share), estancia/ranch (2 nts, multi-share).

Meals

44 breakfasts, 12 lunches, 11 dinners
Note: Allow USD1490-1940 for meals not included.

Transport

Local bus, boat, truck, motorized canoe, train, hiking, plane, 4x4 truck.
All transport between destinations and to/from included activities

Guide

CEO (Chief Experience Officer), specialist Inca Trail CEO on hike, local guides.

Included activities

Your G for Good Moment: Shandia Biking & Community Experience, Shandia
Your G for Good Moment: Shandia Community Lodge, Shandia
Your G for Good Moment: Ccaccaccollo Community and Women's Weaving Co-op visit, Ccaccaccollo
Your G for Good Moment: Handmade Biodegradable Soap Products
Your G for Good Moment: Jukil Community Experience & Lodge, Santiago de Agencha
Your G for Good Moment: Favela Experience, Rio de Janeiro
Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
Your First Night Out Moment: Connect With New Friends
Your Local Living Moment: Amazon Jungle Experience, Tena
Your Discover Moment: Baños
Your Discover Moment: Lima
Your Foodie Moment: Pachamanca, Nazca
Your Discover Moment: Cusco
Your Foodie Moment: Sacred Valley Brewery, Ollantaytambo
Your Big Night Out Moment: Cusco
Your Local Living Moment: Lake Titicaca Homestay, Lake Titicaca
Your Discover Moment: Sucre
Your Discover Moment: Salta
Your Discover Moment: Buenos Aires
Your Discover Moment: Paraty
Your Discover Moment: Ilha Grande
Your Discover Moment: Rio de Janeiro
Amazon Jungle excursion to a local community
Beach time in Mancora
Sunset sandboarding & dune buggies (Huacachina)
Pachamanca-style dinner (Nazca)
Colca Canyon excursion
Guided tour of Machu Picchu
Inca Trail hike with a local guide and cook (4 days)
Lake Titicaca excursion
Salar de Uyuni excursion
Entrance and visit to the Argentine side of the Iguassu Falls
Internal flights

WHAT'S EXCLUDED

Any international flights to Quito and from Rio de Janeiro are not included in this price. We always recommend that you arrive 1 day prior to your tour starting date.
Travel insurance is not included in this The Great South American Journey: Quito to Rio Adventure tour. Travel insurance is mandatory to buy. World Nomads' travel insurance has been designed by travelers for travelers.

CUSTOMER REVIEWS

5 - Excellent

Based on 3 reviews

Thomas Perry
From Britain
On Jun 21 2021

5 - Excellent

Excellent

Excellent

Thomas P.
On Mar 24 2020

5 - Excellent

Excellent

This trip was a life-changing experience that allowed me to experience such a diverse continent with multiple cultures. Moreover, it enabled me to witness some of the most spectacular landscapes and scenery I have ever seen in... Read more

DANIEL DAWSON
From Australia
On Jun 18 2019

4 - Very Good

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CANCELLATION

No additional cancellation fees apply for this The Great South American Journey: Quito to Rio Adventure tour. You can cancel the tour up to 63 days prior departure and avoid paying the full amount, but your deposit paid is non-refundable. No refund applies for cancellations within 62 days of departure.

Payment

For any tour departures within 12 November 2024, full payment is required. For tours that depart later than 12 November 2024, a deposit is required to confirm this tour, and the remaining balance will be charged 62 days before trip departure.

Travel Insurance

The Great South American Journey: Quito to Rio Adventure tour requires that you have adequate and valid travel insurance covering medical and personal accidents, including repatriation costs and emergency evacuation. World Nomads offers travel insurance for independent travelers and intrepid families.

Visa

For this The Great South American Journey: Quito to Rio Adventure tour getting the required visa(s) is the responsibility for each individual traveller, as visa requirements vary depending on your nationality. We recommend to check with your local embassies representing the countries that you are traveling to, as part of this itinerary.

Age Requirement

You must be 18 to travel unaccompanied on this tour. For minors travelling with a guardian over 21 years old, the minimum age is 12.

Does this trip suit me?

1. Physical Grading : 4 - Demanding Some high-altitude hikes or more strenuous activities, but accessible to most healthy travellers.

2. Trip Type : Small Group Group trips average 12 travellers per departure, depending on the adventure. The maximum is usually no more than 16, but some can be smaller or bigger, depending on the trip. Check individual trips for details.

3. Travel Style : 18-to-Thirtysomethings Fast, fresh, and fun adventures that never slow down, made for young, budget-minded travellers.

4. Service Level : Basic Simple and clean hotels and hostels; affordable public and private transport; lots of optional activities.

5. Merchandising : Award Winning Inca Trail Program Named Best Inca Trail Tour Operator by the Regional Direction of Foreign Trade and Tourism of Cusco (RDFTTC) in Peru. Your purchase of this tour helps employ over 560 local guides, porters, cooks, drivers, and office staff — connecting local communities to the global tourism chain.

THE INCA TRAIL PERMITS

Permits to the Inca Trail are subject to availability. Kindly note that in case such permits are not available for your preferred date, you may need to choose a different date for your trip.

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