32 days tour

Epic Peru To Brazil

Epic Peru To Brazil

This tour includes:

Guide

All group trips are accompanied by one of our group leaders. The aim of the group leader is to take the hassle out of your travels and to help you have the best trip possible. Intrepid endeavours to provide the services of an experienced leader however, due to the seasonality of travel, rare situations may arise where your leader is new to a particular region or training other group leaders. Your leader will provide information on the places you are travelling through, offer suggestions for things to do and see, recommend great local eating venues and introduce you to our local friends. While not being guides in the traditional sense, you can expect them to have a broad general knowledge of the places visited on the trip, including historical, cultural, religious, and social aspects. At Intrepid we aim to support local guides who have specialised knowledge of the regions we visit. If you are interested in delving deeper into the local culture at a specific site or location then your leader can recommend a local guide service in most of the main destinations of your trip.

Transport

4x4,Bus,Overnight bus,Plane,Taxi,Van Our overnight buses have reclinable seats - usually more comfortable than your average economy plane seats. You may be offered a simple dinner on board or stop at a service station to buy snacks and drinks. Before boarding an overnight bus, itโ€™s always a good idea to have music, a book, water, snacks and warm clothing ready.

Others

Included activities Lima - Leader Led orientation walk of Miraflores Amazon Jungle - Activities at the lodge Cusco - Orientation Walk Sacred Valley - Local community visit and lunch Machu Picchu - Guided tour Lake Titicaca - Boat tour & Homestay La Paz - Orientation Walk Uyuni - Salt flats tour Salt flats - Visit to โ€™Fish Island/Inca Wasiโ€™ Uyuni - Orientation Walk Uyuni - Colchani Salt Factory Visit Salt flats - Altiplano tour including Laguna Colorada and Laguna Verde Salta - Orientation walk Buenos Aires - Orientation walk Iguazu Falls - Entrance and tour of the Brazilian side of the falls Iguazu Falls - Entrance and tour of the Argentinian side of the falls

Meals

29 breakfasts, 9 lunches, 9 dinners

Accommodation

The style of accommodation indicated in the day-to-day itinerary is a guideline only and may change. On some occasions, alternative arrangements may need to be made due to the lack of availability of rooms in our preferred accommodation. In these cases, we will use a similar standard of accommodation. Throughout the trip, we request that our properties prepare rooms in time for our arrival, especially if weโ€™re arriving prior to normal check-in time. However, this isnโ€™t always possible which means we wonโ€™t be able to check-in immediately on arrival at some hotels. Instead, we can store our luggage and explore our new destination or on some trips, have use of shared day rooms until all rooms are available. LAKE TITICACA HOMESTAYS: As a responsible travel company, we believe in facilitating positive and meaningful exchanges between our travellers and locals at the places we visit. Homestays are a great vehicle for us to facilitate this! What will you do during a homestay? Wellโ€ฆitโ€™s hard to tell. As you know a day in a familyโ€™s life varies from day to day. We donโ€™t want this experience to feel forced (on you or on them) so we ask families to simply carry on with their lives and that, if there is anything that you may be interested in being part of, they ask you to join in. As such you may be invited to help cook dinner, or to go to the local market for groceries, or to join a soccer game with the kids! While your leader will give you some tools to interact with your family (such as some simple words/phrases in Quechua and/or Spanish) big smiles and lots of sign language can go a long way! That said, itโ€™s also important that you understand that you are not obliged to participate in these activities. We believe that the more you put in the more you get out of an experience, but we also understand that you may just want to chill out, grab a book or your camera and go for a wander โ€“ and that is fine too. Ultimately, we believe that by simply being there, observing family and friends dynamics is a step forward towards understanding the local way of life. In terms of facilities, the rooms are clean and comfortable (or as comfortable as they get in this part of the world!) however quite basic. Plenty of blankets are provided. Ask for more if you are cold. Layering up with thin thermals and a fleece material will help during very cold nights too. Lastly, be aware that some homestays in Lake Titicaca have shared drop toilets and no showers. So mind your step! PERU Due to local energy supply and infrastructure issues, please be prepared for some cold showers while travelling in Peru. Camping (with basic facilities) (3 nights),Dormitory (2 nights),Amazon Lodge (2 nights),Homestay (1 night),Hotel (22 nights),Overnight bus (1 night)

Not included:

Others

Other activities and services not included

Insurance

Insurance is not included. Travel insurance is required for this tour. Please make sure you are adequately covered. If you require travel insurance, TourRadar has partnered up with World Nomads to provide a hassle-free experience. More information can be found here (https://www.tourradar.com/travel-insurance).

Flights

International flights are not included

Optional

Other activities and services not included

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Itinerary of your trip Epic Peru To Brazil

  • Day 1 Day 1: Lima
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 1: Lima

      La Bienvenida! Welcome to Lima, the capital of Peru. Your adventure begins at around 2 pm with a welcome meeting. Then, your trip leader will take you on a walking tour of the Miraflores district, including Central Park (Parque Kennedy), the LarcoMar entertainment complex and Parque del Amor (Love Park) for great views over the coast of Lima. Along the way, maybe treat yourself to some Limenian desserts like mazamorra morada, rice pudding or rice zambito. Tonight, youโ€™re free to explore or hit the cityโ€™s nightlife with your new fellow travellers. Maybe head to the famed Tanta restaurant in downtown Lima โ€“ home to the most famous chef in Peru Gaston Acurio.

      Accommodation: Hotel

  • Day 2 Day 2-3: Puerto Maldonado (Amazon Jungle Lodge)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 2-3: Puerto Maldonado (Amazon Jungle Lodge)

      This morning, youโ€™ll fly to Puerto Maldonado in the Amazon Jungle, where youโ€™ll be staying for two nights. When you arrive, the lodge staff will take you to their office in town. Here, you can leave most of your luggage in safe storage and continue travelling with a small pack of essentials. Youโ€™ll take a motorised canoe upriver to your jungle lodge right in the middle of the jungle, in the Madre de Dios area โ€“ this is a real pinch-me moment! The next two days are packed with activities. Your full day in the jungle includes a half-day trek โ€“ this can get muddy and tiring, but what better way to explore the Amazon than on foot? There will be regular stops on the way and youโ€™ll encounter magnificent fauna and flora in their natural habitat. You might even spot macaws, monkeys, peccaries, jabirus and otters, not to mention thousands of butterflies. The guides will also teach you about the medicinal properties and practical uses of the local plants. For your night-time excursion, youโ€™ll venture out in the dark in search of caimans on the Tambopata River. The naturalist guide will use a spotlight in order to locate them on the banks of the river, so you can observe them from a respectable distance. Travelling in the dark, on the river in the jungle can be a bit spooky, but this atmosphere just adds to the fun!

      Accommodation: Amazon Lodge

  • Day 3 Day 4: Cusco
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 4: Cusco

      Say goodbye to the jungle and fly to Cusco, where youโ€™ll spend the day acclimatising to the high altitude. After dropping off your luggage and having some lunch, your leader will take you on a walk around downtown Cusco. Youโ€™ll visit the facade of Qoricancha temple, the local San Pedro market, the main square, the Twelve Angled Stone, Regocijo Square and San Blas Square. Maybe try some delicious donas along the way. This afternoon is free to explore. Maybe head to the Cusco cathedral or discover the history of Saqsaywaman. As youโ€™re acclimatising today, itโ€™s recommended that you keep strenuous activity to a minimum.

      Accommodation: Hotel

  • Day 4 Day 5: Sacred Valley / Ollantaytambo
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 5: Sacred Valley / Ollantaytambo

      This morning, unwind on a drive through the Sacred Valley, on the fringes of Cusco. Known as Wilcamayo to the Incas โ€“ this lush, fertile valley has long been the main source of food for the high Andes. Head to a local community to learn about the valleyโ€™s lifestyle and activities โ€“ if your travel falls on a Sunday, Tuesday or Thursday, itโ€™s market day! Comb the stalls in search of hand-painted beads or warm ponchos and master the local Quechuan language (a few words will be deemed a success). Take a short drive to Ollantaytambo. Later in the afternoon, maybe head out to visit Ollantaytamboโ€™s awesome Incan ruins. Tonight, rest up at your hotel and prepare for the Inca Trail โ€“ one of the Wonders of the World!

      Accommodation: Hotel

  • Day 5 Day 6: Inca Trail, Quarry Trail Or Train Option
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 6: Inca Trail, Quarry Trail Or Train Option

      Depending on the travel arrangements you made before the trip, during the next four days, youโ€™ll be doing one of the following โ€“ hiking the Inca Trail (Route 1), hiking the Quarry Trail (Route 2) or staying in Cusco for two days before taking the train to Aguas Calientes (Route 3). All routes visit Machu Picchu. The bulk of your luggage will be stored at your hotel. If youโ€™re hiking the Inca Trail or the Quarry Trail, the evening before you leave Cusco youโ€™ll receive a small duffle bag to carry your clothes in for the next four days (5 kg maximum). Your team of porters will carry these bags for you, along with the trailโ€™s food and equipment. You wonโ€™t have access to these items until the end of each day, as the porters will always be ahead of the group. If youโ€™re travelling to Aguas Calientes by train, youโ€™ll be able to leave most of your luggage at the hotel in Cusco and travel with only a small bag for the overnight stay in Aguas Calientes. Route 1 Inca Trail Travel by minivan to the 82 km marker and meet your crew of local porters, your cook and your guide. Today youโ€™ll trek uphill to the campsite, 3100 m above sea level. On the way, youโ€™ll see the Inca sites of Ollantaytambo, Huillca Raccay and Llactapata, as well as incredible views of snow-capped Veronica Peak. Tonight, unwind at the campsite with a nourishing meal prepared by your cook. Route 2 Quarry Trail Make an early start today and drive to Choquequilla โ€“ a small ceremonial place where Incas worshipped the moon. Drive to the starting point of the trek, Rafqโ€™a, and meet the horsemen who join you on the hike. Reach the small community of Socma. Carry on to the Perolniyoc Cascade lookout โ€“ this is a great opportunity to stop for photos and snacks. Continue to the campsite, which is 3700 m above sea level. After lunch here, youโ€™ll set off to explore the Qโ€™orimarca archaeological site, which once served as a checkpoint for the Incas. Route 3 Cusco Enjoy a free day in Cusco โ€“ the heart and soul of Peru. You may like to purchase a boleto turistico, which allows entry to the cityโ€™s many museums and archaeological sites. Ask your leader for their recommendations.

      Accommodation: Camping on trek or Hotel

  • Day 6 Day 7: Inca Trail, Quarry Trail Or Train Option
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 7: Inca Trail, Quarry Trail Or Train Option

      Route 1 Inca Trail Today is the most challenging day of the trek, as youโ€™ll ascend a 5-hour long steep path to the highest point of the trail. Colloquially known as โ€™Dead Womanโ€™s Passโ€™, Warmiwanusca sits at a height of 4200 m above sea level, providing amazing views of the valley below. The group will then descend to the campsite in the Pacaymayo Valley at 3650 m. Route 2 Quarry Trail Today is the most challenging and rewarding day of the trek. A 3-hour long walk takes you to the top of the first pass of Puccaqasa (approximately 4370 m high). After enjoying picturesque views of the valley, youโ€™ll stop for lunch. Then make the 2-hour hike to Kuychicassa โ€“ the highest pass of the trek at 4450 m. From here, descend to the sacred site the Incas called Intipunku. This is a sun gate, where the sun will stream through at particular times of the year, and there are views of the Nevado Veronica mountain year-round. The Incas built several sun gates, the most notable overlooking Machu Picchu. Head to the campsite, only a stoneโ€™s throw away, at 3600 m. Your trek today will take about 5 hours. Route 3 Cusco Today is yours to spend as you wish in Cusco. Perhaps use the day to indulge your inner foodie at Cuscoโ€™s many cafes, restaurants and markets. The ChocoMuseo is a must for those with a sweet tooth โ€“ they offer tastings and chocolate-making workshops, too.

      Accommodation: Camping on trek or Hotel

  • Day 7 Day 8: Inca Trail, Quarry Trail Or Train Option
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 8: Inca Trail, Quarry Trail Or Train Option

      Route 1 Inca Trail Start the day with a climb through the Pacaymayo Valley to Runkuracay Pass (3980 m). Enjoy views of the snow-capped mountain of Cordillera Vilcabamba before descending for 2 to 3 hours to the ruins of Sayacmarca. Continue over the trailโ€™s third pass to the ruins of Phuyupatamarca (3850 m), also known as โ€™Town Above the Cloudsโ€™. Start the 2-hour descent down the Inca steps to the final nightโ€™s campsite by the Winay Wayna archaeological site. Route 2 Quarry Trail Todayโ€™s hike will all be downhill. The first stop is the incomplete Kachiqata Quarry, where the Incas were intercepted by the Spanish. If time permits, you can explore the cobbled streets of Ollantaytambo before taking the short train journey to Aguas Calientes. This is where youโ€™ll meet with the travellers in your group who didnโ€™t hike. Spend the night in a hotel before tomorrowโ€™s visit to Machu Picchu. Route 3 Train to Aguas Calientes After a drive to Ollantaytambo, catch a train through the winding Urubamba Valley to Aguas Calientes. The city is nestled in the cloud forest at the foot of Machu Picchu. This is where youโ€™ll meet up with the travellers in your group who hiked the Quarry Trail. Spend the night in a hotel before tomorrowโ€™s visit to Machu Picchu.

      Accommodation: Camping on trek or Hotel

  • Day 8 Day 9: Inca Trail, Quarry Trail Or Train Option And Machu Picchu
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 9: Inca Trail, Quarry Trail Or Train Option And Machu Picchu

      Route 1 Inca Trail This is the final and most spectacular leg of the trek to Machu Picchu. Start your day before dawn with breakfast at a crisp 4 am. Say farewell to the porters as they descend to the train station and then begin hiking. Walk 2.5 hours to Intipunku (the Sun Gate) and, weather permitting, enjoy unforgettable views over the โ€˜Lost City of the Incasโ€™ as you enter Machu Picchu through the Sun Gate. When you arrive, all the hiking and the early morning will definitely be worth it! Route 2 and 3 Machu Picchu to Cusco Take an early bus up to Machu Picchu at 5.30 am. The city was built around 1440 AD as a country retreat for Incan nobility, but thereโ€™s evidence that the land had been a sacred Incan site for much longer. Take a guided tour around the ruins of temples, palaces and living quarters. For all travellers, after taking advantage of the seemingly endless photo opportunities, itโ€™s time to catch the bus to Aguas Calientes, where youโ€™ll stop for lunch together. From here, take a scenic train ride to Ollantaytambo, then drive back to Cusco, arriving in the evening.

      Accommodation: Hotel

  • Day 9 Day 10: Cusco
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 10: Cusco

      Today youโ€™ll enjoy free time to relax, shop for souvenirs or see more of Cuscoโ€™s sights. Maybe head to a cafe on the Plaza de Armas, or if youโ€™re a thrill-seeker, try mountain biking in the hills surrounding Cusco. You might also want to go for a walk through Seven Borreguitos โ€“ one of the most Instagrammable streets in Cusco! In the evening, you might want to chew the fat with your group over dinner and share photos of your Machu Picchu experience. Cusco is also a hotspot for fun nightlife, so if youโ€™re feeling like a boogie or a cocktail (or three), grab your new mates and hit the streets.

      Accommodation: Hotel

  • Day 10 Day 11: Puno
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 11: Puno

      This morning, travel by bus through the Altiplano plateau to Puno. The town is known as the folklore capital of Peru and is famous for its traditional dances. If youโ€™re lucky, your visit might coincide with an evening parade, when the streets fill with costumed dancers and musicians. Once youโ€™re settled, head out in town and shake your tailfeather!

      Accommodation: Hotel

  • Day 11 Day 12: Lake Titicaca (Homestay)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 12: Lake Titicaca (Homestay)

      Puno sits on Lake Titicacaโ€™s shores, the worldโ€™s highest navigable lake. Today, youโ€™ll take a tour of the lake by slow motorboat, stopping off to visit the Uros floating islands. The Uros peoples built these islands to isolate themselves from rival tribes in ancient times. Theyโ€™re built completely from multiple layers of totora reeds, which grow in the shallows of the lake. Tonight, enjoy a homestay in a local community on Llachon โ€“ a cosy mud-brick house with shared drop-toilets (no shower is available here). It can get quite cold, but the homestay will provide plenty of blankets. Itโ€™s recommended that you pack thermals and plenty of layers. Help your host family with their daily activities or maybe play a game of soccer in the village.

      Accommodation: Homestay

  • Day 12 Day 13: Puno
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 13: Puno

      Enjoy a home-cooked breakfast by your host family this morning, learning about their life and their stories. Then, explore the rest of the island. In the afternoon, take the boat back to Puno, where the rest of your day is free to explore.

      Accommodation: Hotel

  • Day 13 Day 14: La Paz
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 14: La Paz

      Travel by comfortable local bus to Desaguadero (just over seven hours) and cross the border into Bolivia. Youโ€™ll be asked to leave the bus to proceed through Peruvian migration. The group will then walk across a bridge, submit passports at the Bolivian migration office and reboard the bus for La Paz. Approximately 30 minutes after crossing the border, thereโ€™s another stop where the army will check your documents again. The journey to La Paz takes around eight hours in total. In the evening, perhaps head out for an optional group dinner.

      Accommodation: Hotel

  • Day 14 Day 15: La Paz
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 15: La Paz

      Enjoy a free day in La Paz to get out and discover the city at your own pace. As La Paz is 3600 metres above sea level, please ensure you take the necessary measurements in regards to altitude sickness (refer to โ€˜Is This Trip Right For You?โ€™ and โ€˜Healthโ€™ sections for important information). The next stage of your adventure begins with a meeting at 6 pm to meet some new adventurers joining you for the next stage of your trip.

      Accommodation: Hotel

  • Day 15 Day 16: La Paz
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 16: La Paz

      Your second day in La Paz is free to explore after a brief guided walk with your leader. The city is renowned for its markets, especially the Mercado de Hechiceria (Witchesโ€™ Market), which sells potions, incantations, stones and artefacts. Ask a local about their significance โ€“ most people are happy to explain. Perhaps visit the Coca Museum, which isnโ€™t too far from your hotel in the Rosario district. Late in the afternoon, leave La Paz on an overnight bus to Uyuni (approximately 11-12 hours). There are comfortable recliner seats on the bus, but it can be cold on-board so itโ€™s important to bring warm clothing and wear base layers. Thereโ€™s usually a toilet on the bus and the driver will also make a couple of stops along the way.

      Accommodation: Overnight bus

  • Day 16 Day 17: Salar De Uyuni
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 17: Salar De Uyuni

      Arrive in Uyuni Town. This remote town sits on the edge of the high Altiplano, a wilderness area extending for hundreds of kilometres towards the border with Argentina and Chile. The area is notorious for being extremely cold, so itโ€™s important to pack warm clothing and base layers. Upon arrival to Uyuni (early morning) venture out on a three-day 4WD excursion. Be prepared for a busy few days ahead. The first stop will be at a rusty Train Cemetery before you continue on to Salar de Uyuni โ€“ the worldโ€™s largest salt flats. While this may be a typical stop for many travellers, itโ€™s also often a highlight. Make the most of your time on the salt flats taking lots of photos and explore Inka Wasi Isla, which is a rocky island covered in cacti and coral-like structures.

      Accommodation: Dormitory

  • Day 17 Day 18: Bolivian Altiplano
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 18: Bolivian Altiplano

      Today will be spent driving through the spectacular landscape of the Andean (Atacama) Desert, which is sprinkled with volcanoes and lakes. Stop by the red lake of Laguna Colorada, where youโ€™ll be able to spot wildlife such llamas, flamingos, viscachas and foxes feasting in the nutrient-rich waters.

      Accommodation: Dormitory

  • Day 18 Day 19: Bolivia/Chile Border- San Pedro De Atacama
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 19: Bolivia/Chile Border- San Pedro De Atacama

      This morning get up super early, embrace the cold and stop by the desertโ€™s natural thermal baths for an optional soak. Then head to the Bolivia/Chile border, where the Bolivian part of your trip comes to an end. Pass by geysers, salt flats and snow-capped volcanoes on your way to San Pedro de Atacama in Chile. As a small oasis town, San Pedro is surrounded by extraordinary scenery. Youโ€™ll arrive around 6pm at San Pedro.

      Accommodation: Hotel

  • Day 19 Day 20-21: San Pedro De Atacama
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 20-21: San Pedro De Atacama

      Use these two days to get under the skin of this burgeoning tourist destination. San Pedroโ€™s cafe and restaurant scene has grown considerably over the last couple of years. With a mix of Chilean, French and Italian influences, youโ€™ll be sure to find a great spot for lunch and dinner. Perhaps head out on an optional tour to the Moon Valley (Valle de la Luna) or join an astronomical tour once the stars come out, just chat to your leader for details.

      Accommodation: Hotel

  • Day 20 Day 22: Chile/Argentina Border - Salta
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 22: Chile/Argentina Border - Salta

      Today will be a long day of travel (approximately 12 hours), as you leave San Pedro and head for Salta, Argentina. Saltaโ€™s rich history, colonial architecture, friendly locals and surrounding natural attractions make it one of Argentinaโ€™s main attractions.

      Accommodation: Hotel

  • Day 21 Day 23: Salta
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 23: Salta

      Today is a free day to explore Salta and its attractions. If youโ€™re after something active, hike up the 1070 steps to the summit of Cerro San Bernardo; the mountain that looms over Salta. You can take a gondola (cable car) to the top if youโ€™d prefer. Either way, the view from the top is magnificent.

      Accommodation: Hotel

  • Day 22 Day 24: Salta - Buenos Aires
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 24: Salta - Buenos Aires

      After a free morning in Salta, take an included flight to Buenos Aires, Argentinaโ€™s capital, Buenos Aires. This evening, you might like to enjoy a tango show, a football match or a steak and glass of Malbec in one of the cityโ€™s fashionable restaurants.

      Accommodation: Hotel

  • Day 23 Day 25: Buenos Aires
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 25: Buenos Aires

      Today is a free to explore Buenos Aires. Join the tourists and walk among the tombs at the La Recoleta Cemetery, the final resting place of Eva Peron. There are also some great museums to check out in the Recoleta district. Visit the neighbourhood of La Boca, home to the colourful Caminito artistsโ€™ street and world-renowned soccer team, Boca Juniors. If you need to rest your feet, settle down at one of the many street side cafes to watch the world go by with the locals.

      Accommodation: Hotel

  • Day 24 Day 26: Buenos Aires
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 26: Buenos Aires

      Meet your leader and new fellow travellers for an orientation walk around Buenos Airesโ€™ Microcentro district at 1 pm. Pass by historic buildings along the Avenida de Mayo, including the Casa Rosada (Argentinaโ€™s government house) and the Obelisk.. In the evening, attend a group welcome meeting at 6 pm. Please look for a note in the hotel lobby or ask reception where it will take place. Weโ€™ll be collecting insurance details and next of kin information at this meeting, so ensure you bring these details to provide to your leader. If youโ€™re going to be late, please inform hotel reception.

      Accommodation: Hotel

  • Day 25 Day 27: Buenos Aires
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 27: Buenos Aires

      Today is a free day in Buenos Aires. You can spend the day how you like and tick off all the best photo ops or talk to your leader for some fun ideas. If youโ€™re a culture and history buff, youโ€™ll want to walk among the mausoleums at the La Recoleta Cemetery, the final resting place of Eva Peron. There are also some great museums to check out in the Recoleta district. If you love art, hang out in the neighbourhood of La Boca, home to the colourful Caminito artistsโ€™ street. Maybe youโ€™re a bit of a foodie, in which case youโ€™ll want to kick back and take the time to sip a nice Malbec while enjoying a "Bife de Chorizo" in the Palermo neighbourhood. If in doubt, settle down at one of the many street side cafes and watch the world go by with the locals. In the evening youโ€™ll be taking an overnight bus to Puerto Iguazu (the Argentinian side of the falls).

      Accommodation: Overnight Bus

  • Day 26 Day 28: Iguazu Falls
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 28: Iguazu Falls

      As soon as you arrive at Puerto Iguazu bus station this morning, take a minivan across the border into Brazil and continue to your hotel in Foz do Iguacu. Depending on traffic, this should take about an hour. Close to the borders with Argentina and Paraguay, Foz do Iguacu is Brazilโ€™s gateway to the famous Iguazu Falls. If hotel rooms are ready when you arrive, youโ€™ll be able to check in before heading out to explore the Brazilian side of the falls. From here, youโ€™ll have panoramic views and the chance at a great Insta pic. Take an optional helicopter flight over the falls (at your own expense) for an unforgettable birdโ€™s eye view. Depending on time, you can also visit the local bird park while youโ€™re here.

      Accommodation: Hotel

  • Day 27 Day 29: Iguazu Falls
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 29: Iguazu Falls

      Travel back to Argentina today to visit the falls from the other side. Following a series of boardwalks, itโ€™s possible to get close enough to the thundering waters that you can almost touch them. At over 2 kilometres long, Iguazu Falls are actually a series of cataracts (not the kind your grandpa has). There are over 270 falls in total, with some reaching up to 80 metres in height. For a more exhilarating experience, take an optional Zodiac boat ride to the base of the falls and feel the water on your skin! In the afternoon return to Foz do Iguacu, where youโ€™ll spend a second night.

      Accommodation: Hotel

  • Day 28 Day 30: Rio De Janeiro
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 30: Rio De Janeiro

      Today youโ€™ll take an included flight to Rio de Janeiro. When you arrive, your leader will take you on an orientation walk so you can get acquainted with this vibrant city. Home to one of the seven wonders, Rio has lots of day trip opportunities if you have the time. Depending on your flight time, you can explore Tijuca National Park and its lush rainforest, visit the botanical gardens for a relaxing walk, tour Guanabara Bay in a yacht or get the perfect pic at the Selaron Steps.

      Accommodation: Hotel

  • Day 29 Day 31: Rio De Janeiro
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 31: Rio De Janeiro

      Today is a free day in Rio. People-watch on Copacabana or Ipanema beach, take a tour of the city, or if the time of year is right, check out a soccer game at the famous Maracana Stadium. Maybe take the tramcar up to the hillside neighbourhood of Santa Teresa or head up Corcovado Mountain, where youโ€™ll find sweeping views over Rio from the foot of the Christ the Redeemer statue. As evening approaches, you can take the cable car up to Sugarloaf Mountain to watch the sunset before partying in the samba clubs of Lapa. There is even an optional activity to visit the island of Ilha Grande, a paradise just a short boat ride away from Rioโ€™s centre.

      Accommodation: Hotel

  • Day 30 Day 32: Rio De Janeiro
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 32: Rio De Janeiro

      Today your South American adventure comes to an end. There are no activities planned and youโ€™re able to depart the accommodation at any time following check-out.

      Accommodation: Hotel

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Experience Style

Experience Style

Mixed

There will be challenging activities such as hiking, biking, canyoning and trekking, but youโ€™re also going to have other means of transportation and relaxed moments to just chill.

Accomodation level

Accomodation level

Medium

This accommodation includes essential services like a hot shower, electricity, and a nice and comfy bed.

Experience Type

Experience Type

Small Group

Youโ€™ll be accompanied by a small group of travelers just like you.

Physical Rating

Physical Rating

Challenging

Long and challenging experience. Youโ€™ll be required to have good physical fitness to go on it. In some of these activities you'll need previous experience on similar activities.

Age range

Age range

Min: 18 / Max: 29

Age range allowed for this experience.

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