The Andes, Iguazu & Rio
50 days
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Group Tour
This 50 day overland tour journeys from Cuzco to Rio De Janeiro through Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Chile, Peru
Please note:
You must advise at time of booking if you wish to book the classic inca trail or the non trekking option, otherwise you will automatically be put on our wild andes trek.
Overview
Trip type
Group Tour
Lodging level
Camping
Physical level
Strenuous
Trip pace
Balanced schedule
Highlights
- Day trip on the surreal Salar de Uyuni Salt Flats
- 2 day dirt road crossing of the desolate and surreal Altiplano
- Star gaze in the Moon Valley at San Pedro de Atacama
- Ride beautiful horses in an unspoilt location across remote Cordillera
- Boat trips, forest hikes and helicopter rides over Iguazu Falls
- 3 nights to enjoy the crystal clear waters and caves around Bonito
- Explore the beautiful UNESCO town of Paraty
- Discover the vibrant city of Rio de Janeiro
What's this trip about?
This 50 day overland tour journeys from Cuzco to Rio De Janeiro through Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Chile, Peru
Please note:
You must advise at time of booking if you wish to book the classic inca trail or the non trekking option, otherwise you will automatically be put on our wild andes trek.
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Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeSmall Group - max of 22 people
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityCuzco
End CityRio De Janeiro
Travel Themes
Destinations
Activities
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Trip includes
- Accommodation
- Transport
- Use of the truck and its camping equipment, library, etc.,
- Camping meals
- All activities that are listed as included
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Itinerary
Day 1: Cuzco
Border information: if you are joining in Cuzco, you will most likely enter Peru at Cuzco Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (IATA code: CUZ).
There will be an important group meeting at 10:00am at the joining hotel - please look out at the hotel reception ...
Day 2: Inca Trail , Sacred Valley
These four days will be spent either trekking in the Andes, on our pioneering Wild Andes Trek, on the Classic Inca Trek or for those not wishing to hike, free time to explore and a guided tour of the Sacred Valley on our Train package.
Option 1 - Wild Andes Trek
Meals: Lunch and Dinner
Approximate walking distance: 8km, Estimated time: 4hrs
Leaving Cuzco early in the morning, we visit the ruined temples of Sacsayhuaman for a fascinating tour of the site. We then head on to Chinchero, a small Quechua-speaking village in the S...
Option 2 - Classic Inca Trek
Meals: Lunch
This morning we go for a guided tour of the Sacred Valley, followed by a visit to the market town of Pisac, where we will have an included lunch. We then head to Ollantaytambo, where we have free time to explore the impressive archeological site. Tonight ...
Option 3 - Train Package
Meals: Lunch
You will leave Cuzco with your fellow passengers who will be trekking the Wild Andes Trek. You will visit the fortress of Sacsayhuaman, followed by a beautiful scenic drive over mountains and through valleys, via the ancient city of Pisac and on to the Sac...
Daily Activities
Included Activities: (Included in Kitty)
Visit the incredible remains of the Inca temples of Sacsayhuaman and the Sacred Valley on a guided tour
Trekking Options
Option 1
Trek the Classic Inca Trail up the Royal Inca Road.
Option 2
Hike unspoilt Inca Trails in remote stunning Andes scenery away from tourist treks on our exclusive Wild Andes trail.
Option 3
Take a Sacred Valley Tour, visit Ollantaytambo and take the train to Machu Picchu without trekking.
Take a guided tour of the fantastic Inca temples at Ollantaytambo
Day 3: Inca Trail
Option 1 - Wild Andes Trek
Zurite to Amaruwatana
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Approximate walking time: 8hrs, Distance: 13kms
After a hearty breakfast we leave Zurite and head towards Amaruwatana camp. The walk will take us through Qenteqentiyoc (the Hummingbird Temple), where we will ...
Option 2 - Classic Inca Trek
Ollantaytambo to Wayllabamba
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Approximate trekking time: 5-6hrs, Distance: 12kms
After breakfast, we catch a bus to Piscaycuscho and the start of the Classic Inca Trek - the railroad KM82 marker (at 2,700m altitude). Here we are jo...
Option 3 - Train Package
Today is a free day to enjoy Cuzco, with its museums, churches, incredible colonial architecture, beautiful restaurants and a vast array of shops, selling textiles and handicrafts.
Day 4: Inca Trail
Option 1 - Wild Andes Trek
Amaruwatana to Ancascocha
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Approximate trekking time: 6-7hrs, Distance: 10kms
We have an early start this morning, trekking for approximately 2 hours to reach the top of our second pass at 4,700m. From here we have fantastic views ...
Option 2 - Classic Trek
Wayllabamba to Pacaymayo
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Approximate trekking time: 6-7hrs, Distance: 11kms
This is the most challenging day of the trek as we ascend a long steep path (approximately 4 hours) through Andean cloud forest and highland puna to reach...
Option 3 - Train Package
Today is a free day for you to enjoy Cuzco, with its museums, churches, incredible colonial architecture, beautiful restaurants and a vast array of shops selling textiles and handicrafts.
Day 5: Inca Trail
Option 1 - Wild Andes Trek
Ancascocha to Ollantaytambo
Meals: Breakfast and Lunch
Approximate trekking time: 5hrs, Distance: 12kms
Today we will descend the narrow Silque Canyon, allowing us to observe its tall granite walls which are populated by a large variety of orchids and bromeliads, f...
Option 2 - Classic Inca Trek
Pacaymayo to Wiñay Wayna
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Approximate walking time: 8hrs, Distance: 16kms
Today we follow ancient stone paths and steps to ascend the well-preserved Inca remains of Runkurakay, Sayacmarca, and Phuyupatamarca (the "Town above the Cl...
Option 3 - Train Package
After being picked up from your hotel in the morning you will be driven to the fortress city of Ollantaytambo and our hotel for the night, the Tunupa Lodge. Here you will rejoin the Wild Andes Trekkers and your tour leader who will be arriving from their trek this afternoon.
Day 6: Cuzco, Machu Picchu
Option 1 - Wild Andes Trek
Ollantaytambo – Machu Picchu – Cuzco
Meals: Breakfast
Today we will have an early start to catch the train to the small town of Aguas Calientes. From there, we will take a bus up the winding mountainside to the legendary ruined city of Machu Picchu - one of the world...
Option 2 - Classic Trek
Wiñay Wayna to Machupicchu
Meals: Breakfast and Snacks
Approximate walking time: 2hrs, Distance: 4kms
Leaving Wiñay Wayna, we descend gradually further through the highland jungle to our destination - Intupunku (the "Sun Gate") leading into Machu Picchu. Arriving a...
Option 3: Train Package
Meals: Breakfast
After an early breakfast and walk to the train station, your stunning 2 hour train ride to Aguas Calientes begins. The journey takes you through several different micro-climates, past Inca terraces, lookout posts, ancient river bank reinforcements and ...
Day 7: Cuzco
Today is a free day to relax after the treks, further explore the historical city of Cuzco, and take part in some optional activities around the city.
Day 8: Puno
Estimated Drive Time - 6-7 hours (please note that all drive times given here are the approximate number of hours that the truck will be in motion only, and does not include any time taken for coffee or lunch stops, border crossings, photo stops, activities en route, com...
Day 9: Isla Del Sol, Copacabana
Estimated Drive Time - 3-5 hours.
Border information: Exit Peru at Yunguyo, enter Bolivia at Kasani.
This morning we will cross into Bolivia and head to the lakeside town of Copacabana, before boarding a boat to the stunning island of Isla del Sol.
In Isla del Sol we will stay in a basic local hotel.
Day 10: Copacabana, Isla Del Sol
Today we will take an included day trip across Isla del Sol in Lake Titicaca, one of the holiest sites in ancient Inca mythology and supposedly the birthplace of the Sun God Inti. We will take a 14km walk across the length of the island, taking in the incredible and sere...
Daily Activities
Included Activities: (Included in Kitty)
Take a boat to Lake Titicaca's Isla del Sol
Day 11: La Paz
Estimated Drive Time - 4-5 hours.
Today we will drive to the famous city of La Paz, Bolivia’s seat of government and the highest administrative capital in the world! On arrival we will have a guided tour to explore the city.
In La Paz we will stay in a good hotel in the historical centre.
Day 12: La Paz
Border information: if you are joining in La Paz, you will most likely enter Bolivia at La Paz El Alto International Airport (IATA code: LPB).
Welcome to La Paz, Bolivia’s seat of government and the highest administrative capital in the world! There will be an importan...
Day 13: La Paz
Today we have a free day to enjoy La Paz
In La Paz we will stay in a good hotel in the historical centre.
Day 14: Potosí
Estimated Drive Time - 530km / 9 hours (please note that all drive times given here are the approximate number of hours that the truck will be in motion only, and does not include any time taken for coffee or lunch stops, border crossings, photo stops, activities en rout...
Day 15: Uyuni
Estimated Drive Time - 5 hours.
After some free time in Potosi, we will continue our journey to Uyuni, the gateway to the Salar de Uyuni salt flats.
In Uyuni we will stay in a friendly hotel, famous for serving the highest pizzas in the world!
Day 16: Salar De Uyuni
Today we will venture out onto the salt flats of the Salar de Uyuni, spending a full day exploring this phenomenal location by jeep and on foot. En route we will explore the nearby train graveyard and the cactus-filled 'Fish Island', and take all the time we need to get plenty of perspective-bending photographs!
Daily Activities
Included Activities: (Included in Kitty)
Take jeeps out onto the dazzling Uyuni Salt Flats
Day 17: Bolivian Altiplano
Estimated Drive Time - 7-8 hours.
Today we will head off across the wilds of the Altiplano, a surreal and desolate desert landscape that stretches all the way into Chile. We will make plenty of stop for photographs on the way and at the end of the day we aim to cross the border into Chile, making camp soon afterwards.
Tonight we will bush camp in a remote spot with no facilities!
Day 18-19: San Pedro De Atacama
Estimated Drive Time - 7-8 hours.
Border information: Exit Bolivia and enter Chile at Ollague
After breakfast we will break camp, and drive through the stunning Reserva Nacional Alto Loa on the Chilean part of the Altiplano, stopping off en route for photographs. Aft...
Daily Activities
Included Activities: (Included in Kitty)
Explore the dramatic landscape of the Moon Valley
Day 20: Purmamarca
Estimated Drive Time - 8-10 hours.
Border information: Exit Chile at Paso Jama, enter Argentina at Paso Jama.
Today we will have a long drive day to cross the mighty Andes, cross the border into Argentina, and reach the beautiful village of Purmamarca next to the aptly-named 'Hill of Seven Colours'
In Purmamarca we will camp in a local campsite.
Day 21: Salta
Estimated Drive Time - 3-4 hours.
Today we will drive to the beautiful colonial city of Salta, where we will have time to freely explore on arrival.
In Salta we will stay in a local hotel or guesthouse.
Day 22: Salta
Today we will have a free day to explore the town of Salta, visit its many museums, or explore the beautiful surrounding hills on foot or by mountain bike. We will also have the chance to take the cable car to the viewpoint on San Bernardo Hill overlooking the town, taking in some of the incredible mountian scenery nearby.
Day 23: Salta
Estimated Drive Time - 2-3 hours.
Today we will have a short morning drive to a campsite in Cabra Corral, a small village south of Salta where we have the opportunity to go rafting or zip-lining!
Tonight we will continue our drive a short distance to wild camp in the stunning mountains nearby, or camp at the rafting base in Cabra Corral if preferred.
Day 24-25: Cafayate
Estimated Drive Time - 4-5 hours.
Today we will drive through the spectacular rock formations of the Quebrada de las Conchas, and reach the serene town of Cafayate.
This small unassuming town is the centre of one of Argentina's principal wine producing regions, famou...
Day 26: Recreo, Quilmes Ruins
Estimated Drive Time - 7-8 hours.
Today we will drive south over some more spectacular mountains and arrive in the lush flat pampas that Argentina is famous for. We will visit the ancient ruins of the indigenous city of Quilmes en route.
Tonight we will aim to wild camp en route or stay in a basic campsite in the town of Recreo.
Daily Activities
Included Activities: (Included in Kitty)
Visit the Quilmes ruins
Day 27-29: Estancia
Estimated Drive Time - 4-5 hours.
Today we drive to a unique Anglo-Argentine Estancia, where we will stay for 3 nights.
During our time at the Estancia, we will head out horseback riding, taste the excellent wines produced by their vineyards, be entertained by a loca...
Daily Activities
Included Activities: (Included in Kitty)
Spend 3 unique days at an Anglo-Argentinian estancia to experience the Gaucho way of life
Day 30: Buenos Aires
Estimated Drive Time - 11-12 hours.
Today we will have a full day drive to the wonderful city of Buenos Aires, the capital of Argentina.
In Buenos Aires we will stay in a centrally-located hotel.
Day 31: Buenos Aires
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.
Day 32: Buenos Aires
Border information: if you are joining in Buenos Aires, you will most likely enter Argentina at Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini International Airport, also known as Ezeiza Airport (IATA code: BUE/EZE).
Welcome to Buenos Aires, the wonderful capital of Argentina! There ...
Day 33: Buenos Aires
Today will be 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.
Day 34: Yapeyú
Estimated Drive Time - 10 hours (please note that all drive times given here are the approximate number of hours that the truck will be in motion only, and does not include any time taken for coffee or lunch stops, border crossings, photo stops, activities en route, comf...
Day 35: Foz do Iguaçu
Estimated Drive Time - 7-8 hours.
Border information: Exit Argentina at Tancredo Neves, enter Brazil at Tancredo Neves.
Today we cross the border into Brazil and drive 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.
Day 36: Foz do Iguaçu, Iguazu Falls
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 quickly stop into Paraguay to pick up some bargains in the nearcy Ciudad del Este.
Day 37: Iguazu Falls, Foz do Iguaçu
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 her...
Daily Activities
Included Activities: (Included in Kitty)
2 full days to discover the unbelievable Iguazu Falls
Day 38: Bonito
Estimated Drive Time - 11-12 hours.
Today we have a full drive day north 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.
Day 39-40: Bonito
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 possibilities!
Day 41-42: Southern Pantanal
Estimated Drive Time - 3-4 hours.
Today we have a short drive to Brazil's amazing Southern Pantanal region, where we have a visit a local eco-tourism ranch (or 'fazenda').
We will spend 2 nights here and have a comprehensive package of included activities such as exp...
Daily Activities
Included Activities: (Included in Kitty)
2 night wildlife safari into the Pantanal
Day 43: Campo Grande, Southern Pantanal
Estimated Drive Time - 5-7 hours.
After our morning activities and one final lunch in our beautiful ranch, it is time to leave the Pantanal. We will start driving east towards Sao Paulo state, and wild camp towards the end of the day.
Day 44: Brotas
Estimated Drive Time - 8-10 hours.
Today we will drive to the remote town of Brotas in southeastern Brazil.
In Brotas we will stay at a campsite with good facilities.
Day 45: Brotas
Today is free to take part in optional adventure activities such as white water rafting or canyoning, or to simply relax by the pool!
Day 46-48: Paraty
Estimated Drive Time - 9-10 hours.
Today we have a full day drive to the colonial town of Paraty on the Emerald Coast of the Atlantic!
On our first full day in Paraty, we will have an included boat trip around the incredible islands and beaches off the coast.
On ou...
Daily Activities
Included Activities: (Included in Kitty)
Boat trip out to islands and beaches
Day 49: Rio De Janeiro
Estimated Drive Time - 4-5 hours.
This morning we will drive to the incredible Rio de Janeiro, one of the most beautifully situated cities in the world! This afternoon we will have the opportunity to take an optionalvisit to a community favela project that we support.
In Rio de Janeiro we will stay in a great hotel in the Flamengo district, close to the beach and the metro station.
Day 50: Rio De Janeiro
Border information: if you are leaving in Rio de Janeiro, you will most likely exit Brazil at Rio de Janeiro Galeão International Airport (IATA code: RIO/GIG).
Today is the end day for passengers finishing their trip in Rio de Janeiro. Please note there is no accommoda...
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