Rio to Quito via Ushuaia
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- Revel in Brazil's samba rhythms in Rio de Janeiro
- Spot wildlife in the Pantanal wetlands
- Make memories on a visit to Iguazu Falls
- Travel to Argentina and fall in love with Buenos Aires
- Hike through Patagonia's spectacular glacial scenery
- Spot exotic animals in the remote 'land of fire'
- Travel through Argentina's wine region of Mendoza
- Haggle for a bargain in La Paz's colourful markets
- Follow Peru's ancient Inca Trail
- Experience a homestay near the Colca Canyon
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Bem-Vindos! Welcome to Brazil. Border information: if you are joining in Rio de Janeiro, you will most likely enter Brazil at Rio de Janeiro Galeão International Airport. Welcome to the iconic Brazilian city of Rio de Janeiro! There will be an important group meeting ...
Today our journey begins with a short drive to the colonial town of Paraty on the Emerald Coast of the Atlantic! Estimated Drive Time - 4 hours (please note that all drive times given here are approximate estimates only and are given with the best intentions - however...
Today we will drive to the remote town of Brotas in southeastern Brazil. In Brotas we will stay at a campsite with good facilities. Estimated Drive Time - 9-10 hours.
Today we will have a free day to take part in adventure activities such as white water rafting and canyoning, or maybe just to relax by the pool. Activity - Approximate Cost Head out on a half-day canyoning trip through the gorges of the Jacare River near Brotas - BRL...
Today we will start driving west towards the Southern Pantanal, and wild camp towards the end of the day somewhere close to the city of Campo Grande. Estimated Drive Time - 8-10 hours.
Today we have an early start to meet our guide in Campo Grande, and then drive on to Brazil's amazing Southern Pantanal region, where we have a visit a local eco-tourism ranch (or 'fazenda'). Estimated Drive Time - 5 hours. We will spend 2 nights here and have a compr...
After our morning activities and one final lunch in our beautiful ranch, it is time to leave the Pantanal and drive to the Brazilian eco-tourism capital of Bonito. In Bonito we will camp in the grounds of an excellent hostel with a pool and good facilities. Estimated ...
We have two full days in Bonito to take part in the plethora of incredible optional activities here. You could go out on a world-class snorkelling trip, explore the nearby caves, or go abseiling down some of the largest waterfalls in the area, amongst many other possi...
Today we have a full drive day south to the city of Foz do Iguacu. In Foz do Iguacu we will camp in the grounds of an excellent hostel out of town, with good facilities and a pool. Estimated Drive Time - 12 hours. About Foz do Iguaçu: Foz do Iguaçu is named after the ...
Today we will visit the Brazilian side of the phenomenal Iguazu Falls, to get some incredible panoramic vistas of the mighty waterfalls. There is also plenty of time to visit the bird park, take a helicopter ride over the falls, see the incredible Itaipu Dam, or quick...
Today we will take a day trip back into Argentina to see the incredible Iguazu Falls from the other side. This is well worth doing as the views are even more spectacular, and you'll be able to look right down into the mighty Garganta del Diablo (the largest waterfall ...
Border information: Exit Brazil at Tancredo Neves, enter Argentina at Tancredo Neves. Today we cross the border into Argentina, and aim to reach the beautiful village of Yapeyu on the banks of the River Uruguay. Yapeyu is very famous amongst Argentines for being the b...
Today we have a full day drive north though the provinces of Corrientes and Entre Rios to Buenos Aires, the wonderful capital of Argentina! In Buenos Aires we will stay in a centrally-located hotel. Estimated Drive Time - 12 hours. About Buenos Aires: At the mouth of ...
Today will be a free day to explore the incredible city, soak up the atmosphere of its streets, and discover its amazing culture, art, and music. Activity - Approximate Cost Discover the beautiful Teatro Colon on a tour around the theatre, or see one of its free after...
Border information: if you are finishing in Buenos Aires, you will most likely exit Argentina at Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini International Airport, also known as Ezeiza Airport (IATA code: BUE/EZE). Welcome to the cosmopolitan Argentine capital of Buenos Aires! T...
Today is a free day to explore the incredible city of Buenos Aires, soak up the atmosphere of its streets, and discover its amazing culture, art, and music. Activity Approximate Cost Explore cosmopolitan Buenos Aires, the coolest city in South America ARS 250 Practi...
Today we begin our journey from Buenos Aires will a full day drive across the pampas and grasslands of the province. Tonight we will wild camp en route, possibly in the coastal village of Monte Hermoso. Estimated Drive Time - 10-11 hours (please note that all drive t...
Today we continue our journey south with a full day drive to the coastal town of Puerto Madryn. In Puerto Madryn we will camp in a basic campsite. Estimated Drive Time - 10-11 hours. About Puerto Madryn: Puerto Madryn is a port town on the South Atlantic coast of Arg...
Today we will have a free day for optional activities in and around Puerto Madryn. There is the opportunity to take a tour to the Valdes Peninsular to see its desolate scenery and abundant marine life, head out on a boat trip in search of dolphins and whales, or perha...
Today we will drive south along the coast and have an included visit to the incredible remote colony of Magellanic Penguins in Cabo Dos Bahias (Cape Two Bays), close to the town of Camarones. After seeing the phenomenal sight of thousands of penguins nesting on the sh...
From Camarones we set off on an all day drive following the South Atlantic coast. Tonight we will camp in a basic campsite. Estimated Drive Time - 9-10 hours. About Jaramillo: The desolate cold plains of Patagonia surrounding the tiny town of Jaramillo are a world aw...
Today we leave the coast behind and head west across the country to the town of El Calafate, the gateway to the Perito Moreno Glacier. In El Calafate we stay in dorm beds in a lovely hostel. Estimated Drive Time - 10-11 hours. About El Calafate: El Calafate is a smal...
Today we will head out on an included full day guided visit to view the stunning Perito Moreno Glacier, one of the most spectacular sights in Patagonia. Activity Approximate Cost Guided full day trip to the Perito Moreno Glacier Included in Kitty Boat trip beneath th...
Border information: Exit Argentina at Cerro Castillo and enter Chile at Cerro Castillo. Today we will drive to the world-famous Torres del Paine National Park. This is one of the most outstanding areas of natural beauty in the world and the main highlight of the trip ...
Dragoman offers two options for your time in Torres Del Paine National Park: - Base Package - Camping at Lago Pehoe, full board and a guided trek on our final day to the stunning three peaks viewpoint is included on all Dragoman Patagonia packages. - Full W-Walk - ...
Base package group: Today is a free day on our Base Package. There are many short walks and other fantastic optional activities. Alternatively it's a great day to simply relax and enjoy the spectacular views from the campsite. W-walk group: Today we will depart Camp P...
Head out on a fantastic boat trip on the Grey Lake to get up close to the colossal Grey Glacier CLP 70000 Base package group: Today is free for optional activities. W-walk group: Today we will leave Camp Cuernos and hike along Lake Nordenskjold, around Almirante Niet...
Today the base and W-Walk groups will come together and we will all trek to the breathtaking viewpoint of the famous three peaks, which give the National Park its name. After taking in the view, we will trek back to Las Torres camp site and transfer in the truck to Ca...
Today we have an early start to leave Torres del Paine and head south to cross the Magellan Straits onto the island of Tierra del Fuego. Tonight we will wild bush camp somewhere in the desolate wilds of the Chilean side of Tierra del Fuego. Estimated Drive Time - 9...
Border information: Exit Chile at San Sebastian, enter Argentina at San Sebastian Today we cross over to the Argentine side of Tierra del Fuego and drive to the incredible port town of Ushuaia, the southernmost town in the world! In Ushuaia we stay in dorm beds in a ...
We will have two free days in the wonderful remote town of Ushuaia, with plenty of time for optional activities such as a visit to the hauntingly beautiful Tierra del Fuego National Park, boat trips to see the scenery and wildlife of the Beagle Channel, or heading out...
Border information: Exit Argentina at San Sebastian, enter Chile at San Sebastian. Today we start heading back north and back onto the Chilean side of Tierra del Fuego. Here we will visit the small King Penguin colony that have recently set up home at the remote Bahia Inutil (Useless Bay). Tonight we will wild camp near Bahia Inutil. Estimated Drive Time - 6-7 hours.
Border information: Exit Chile at Integracion Austral, enter Argentina at Integracion Austral. Today we continue our journey north, crossing the Magellan Strait back to the mainland and then heading across the Argentine border. Tonight we will wild camp at a stunning ...
Today we will continue north, overlanding across the Patagonian steppe and to the tiny town of El Chaltén, situated in Los Glaciares National Park and famous for its incredible mountains, glaciers and world-class trekking opportunities. In El Chaltén we stay in dorm b...
We will have three free days to enjoy the stunning Los Glaciares National Park and the incredible scenery of the nearby Mt. Fitz Roy. There are lots of trekking and walking opportunities here, as well as boat trips, ice climbing on the Viedma Glacier, horse riding, an...
Today we start heading north again with a full day drive along the famous Ruta 40 (Route 40). We will arrive in the Rio Pinturas area, where we have an included visit to the mysterious Neolithic cave-art site of Cueva de las Manos (Cave of the Hands), some of the most...
Today we continue north along the legendary Ruta 40. Tonight we will wild camp somewhere around the area of Tecka. Estimated Drive Time - 9-10 hours.
Today we continue our journey to the picturesque town of Bariloche in Argentina's Lake District. We will see a definite change in the landscape today as the vegetation becomes more and more lush and green as we come out of the Patagonia region and into the forests of ...
We will have two free days to enjoy the beautiful mountain town of Bariloche and the stunning surrounding lakes, mountains and forests. We have the options to explore the area by foot, mountain bike, kayak or boat. Activity Approximate Cost Horse riding and mountain ...
Border information: Exit Argentina at Mamuil Malal, enter Chile at Mamuil Malal. Today we cross the Andes into Chile and continue our journey to the stunning town of Pucón via the scenic Ruta de los Siete Lagos (Seven Lakes Route). In Pucón we will stay in dorm beds i...
We will have two free days in Pucón to enjoy a range of optional activities, including a sunrise expedition to climb the Villarica volcano which looms over Pucón, heading out horse riding through the surrounding forests, or an evening visit to the nearby natural hot s...
Today we have a full day drive north to the cosmopolitan Chilean capital of Santiago and tomorrow we have a free day to explore. In Santiago we will stay in a centrally-located hostel. Estimated Drive Time - 11-12 hours. Activity Approximate Cost Explore and discover...
Border information: if you are joining in Santiago, you will most likely enter Chile at Santiago Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport (IATA code: SCL). Welcome to Santiago, the cosmopolitan Chilean capital! There will be an important group meeting at 6:00pm a...
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