Embark on an unforgettable journey through Bolivia, Chile, and Argentina, where South America’s most iconic cities and landscapes come alive. Stroll the surreal salt flats of Salar de Uyuni and lose yourself in the otherworldly Atacama Desert. Wander the colourful streets of coastal Valparaíso, chase adrenaline in Pucón’s adventure-sport playground, and experience authentic gaucho life on a ranch near charming Bariloche. Cap it all off in the vibrant cosmopolis of Buenos Aires, where tango, culture, and culinary delights await. Fall head over heels for the region’s diverse landscapes, warm people, and mouthwatering cuisine — and leave already dreaming of your next adventure.
17 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 2 dinners
Allow USD585-760 for meals not included.
Plane, train, boat, public bus, private vehicle, 4x4 vehicles, hiking.
CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, local guides.
La Paz: Arrive at any time. Enjoy a welcome meeting in the evening to get to know your CEO and fellow travellers.
La Paz/Sucre: Fly to Sucre and explore this beautiful colonial city.
Sucre: Free time to explore the city, the former capital of Bolivia. For more active options opt to go hiking in the surrounding area or mountain biking.
Sucre/Potos?: Travel by bus to Potos? and get a view of the mountain Cerro Rico looming over the city.
Potos?/Uyuni: Travel through the Bolivian landscape to the town of Uyuni, the jumping off point for the three day 4x4 excursion to the Salar de Uyuni.
Uyuni/Salt Flats and Desert Crossing: Enjoy a three-day 4x4 excursion to the Salar de Uyuni and surrounding desert altiplano with spectacular scenery. Today you will be heading into the Salar de Uyuni. Our groups like to get creative with photography, as the endless white of the salt flats creates some great depth illusions that are fun to play with in photos. Last stop for the evening is a G Adventures-supported community lodge in a traditional agricultural village in the heart of a desert oasis.
Salt Flats and Desert Crossing: Explore the desert altiplano on a 4x4 excursion. Admire the spectacular scenery while passing red and blue lagoons and interesting rock formations along the route. Spot wild llamas, alpacas and even flamingos deep within the desert.
Salt Flats and Desert Crossing/San Pedro de Atacama: Rise early to cover more ground of the unique landscape of the Salar de Uyuni. Continue to see incredible scenery, including volcanoes, salt lakes and geysers. Travel to the border and descend by bus to San Pedro de Atacama, Chile. It's a long but scenic drive.
San Pedro de Atacama: Enjoy an Included excursion to the Valley of the Moon. In San Pedro, opt to go sandboarding or mountain biking.
San Pedro de Atacama/Santiago: Drive to Calama and fly to Santiago, a vibrant capital city.
Santiago: Enjoy an entire day to yourself in this capital city and spend time exploring Santiago, Chile's largest city and internationally recognized for its vineyards and nearby Andean ski resorts. Opt to try optional activities in the area like a day trip to Isla Negra or a visit to the bohemian neighbourhood of Bellavista during your free day.
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: Depart at any time.
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