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The Great South American Journey: Quito to Rio Adventure

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65 days

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Tour Type
Small Group
Max Group Size
18
Age Requirement
18 - 39 yrs
Operated In
English
Physical Rating
ChallengingDemands good physical fitness and stamina for more intense or extended activities.

Starts

Ends

Quito, Ecuador

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.

Itinerary

If you’re searching for a transformative adventure, The Great South American Journey: Quito to Rio Adventure should top your list. Designed for young adults ready for a challenge, this 65-day trip weaves through seven countries, from the Andean heights of Quito to the sun-drenched beaches of Rio de Janeiro. Trek the legendary Inca Trail, cross Bolivia’s otherworldly salt flats, soak up the rhythms of Buenos Aires, and lose yourself in Brazil’s vibrant culture. This journey is not just about sightseeing—it’s about embracing adventure, from jungle treks to cultural immersion. The unique selling point? Three nights in the Amazon and unparalleled diversity across landscapes and activities, ensuring that every day is a new chapter. With accommodation, transport, and meals included, you’ll form lifelong friendships and collect stories to last a lifetime.

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

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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, ShandiaYour G for Good Moment: Shandia Community Lodge, ShandiaYour G for Good Moment: Ccaccaccollo Community and Women's Weaving Co-op visit, CcaccaccolloYour G for Good Moment: Handmade Biodegradable Soap ProductsYour G for Good Moment: Lake Titicaca Homestay, Lake TiticacaYour G for Good Moment: Jukil Community Experience & Lodge, Santiago de AgenchaYour G for Good Moment: Guaraní Community Experience, Puerto IguazúYour G for Good Moment: Favela Experience, Rio de JaneiroYour Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and GroupYour First Night Out Moment: Connect With New FriendsYour Local Living Moment: Amazon Jungle Experience, TenaYour Discover Moment: BañosYour Discover Moment: LimaYour Foodie Moment: Pachamanca, NazcaYour Discover Moment: CuscoYour Foodie Moment: Sacred Valley Brewery, OllantaytamboYour Big Night Out Moment: CuscoYour Discover Moment: SucreYour Discover Moment: SaltaYour Discover Moment: Buenos AiresYour Discover Moment: ParatyYour Discover Moment: Ilha GrandeYour Discover Moment: Rio de JaneiroAmazon Jungle excursion to a local communityBeach time in MancoraSunset sandboarding & dune buggies (Huacachina)Pachamanca-style dinner (Nazca)Colca Canyon excursionGuided tour of Machu PicchuInca Trail hike with a local guide and cook (4 days)Lake Titicaca excursionSalar de Uyuni excursionEntrance and visit to the Argentine side of the Iguassu FallsInternal flights

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