This tour is designed for anyone looking for the most incredible natural and cultural highlights of southern South America. Spend 18 days exploring the cultures of Chile and Argentina with the Andes as your perfectly picturesque backdrop. Get active in the adventure-sport-lover’s paradise of Pucón, Chile and then stand in the mist of majestic Iguassu Falls, before moving on to find out once and for all why Rio de Janeiro is the cultural icon it’s become. Enjoy free time to explore this amazing city. Don’t leave any adventure-stone unturned; do it all.
Hotels (16 nts), overnight bus (1nt)
17 breakfasts, 1 lunch
Allow USD710-925 for meals not included.
Plane, public bus, shared van, ferry
CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout
Santiago: Arrive at any time.
Santiago/Valpara?so: Explore some of Santiago's neighbourhoods on a city tour, visit the Museum of Memory and try some local specialties. After, take a private bus to the seaside town of Valpara?so where brightly coloured houses perch on the hills.
Valparaiso/Santiago: Enjoy a free morning in Valparaiso to soak it all in. Later, head to the Casablanca Valley, stop at a winery to indulge in a wine tasting. After, head back to Santiago with free time before boarding an overnight bus to Pucon.
Puc?n: Enjoy free time in Pucon, try whitewater rafting or explore the area by foot.
Puc?n: Enjoy another free day to take part in the many activities on offer in Puc?n. Opt to hike Villarica volcano (it's active!) or soak in the nearby natural thermal pools.
Puc?n/San Carlos de Bariloche: Cross the Andes to Argentina. Travel by local bus to San Martin and take a private van the rest of the way to Bariloche in the Lake District with a local guide.
San Carlos de Bariloche: Transfer to a Gaucho Ranch just outside of Bariloche. Enjoy a barbecue for lunch and take to the saddle with a Gaucho by your side.
San Carlos de Bariloche: Enjoy a free day to explore the beautiful area in and around Bariloche. Take a hike in the countryside or wander the town, known for its shops and in particular, artisan chocolate.
San Carlos de Bariloche/Buenos Aires: Fly to Buenos Aires. Opt to enjoy a Tango show and dinner.
Buenos Aires: Enjoy a free day to explore beautiful Buenos Aires. pre book a city bike tour, or an evening Tango experience for the true Buenos Aires experience.
Buenos Aires/Foz do Igua?u: Fly to Iguassu (Argentinean Side) of the falls and visit the G Adventures-supported Jasy Pora community in the lush Misiones rainforest region. Guided by a local expert, learn more about this Indigenous community and their harmonious relationship to the environment. Afterwards, cross the border into Brazil by private vehicle and witness amazing panoramic views of the falls. Spend the next two full days exploring the area around the falls.
Foz do Igua?u: Return to the Argentine side to explore the trails. Opt for a boat tour to get a close look at the falls. Return to the Brazilian side for one more night in town.
Foz do Igua?u/Paraty: Fly to S?o Paulo and continue by van to Paraty. Wander the cobblestoned streets and shops of this gorgeous coastal town and its historical centre, designated as a UNESCO world heritage site.
Paraty: Enjoy a free day to explore Paraty. Opt to visit the cacha?a distilleries or take a boat into the bay to explore the nearby islands and beaches.
Paraty/Ilha Grande: Continue by van up the coast and take a ferry to Ilha Grande. Opt to hike to remote beaches and enjoy free time to relax and explore the island.
Ilha Grande: Enjoy a free day in Ilha Grande. Optional activities include hiking Pico Do Papagaio or to Lopes Mendes, snorkelling or relaxing on the beach.
Ilha Grande/Rio de Janeiro: Carry on by ferry and van to Rio de Janeiro. With free time, explore the city on an optional city tour.
Rio de Janeiro: Depart at any time.
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