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South America Discovery: Lima To Rio De Janeiro
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Length
38 Days
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Starts in
Lima (Peru)
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Ends in
Rio de Janeiro (Brazil)
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Available Tour Start Dates
JAN 23, 2026 to DEC 21, 2027
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Activity Level
Moderate
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Style
Fully-Guided
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Guaranteed Date(s)
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Special Interest(s)
Small Group
Group trips average 12 travellers per departure, depending on the adventure. The maximum is usually no more than 16, but some can be smaller or bigger, depending on the trip. Check individual trips for details.
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$8,549.10
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Overview
Get ready for the adventure of a lifetime with this 38-day journey through five incredible South American countries - a dream for history buffs, nature enthusiasts, and nightlife seekers alike. Ride the rails through Peru's stunning Urubamba Valley to the iconic Machu Picchu, dive into the vibrant culture of Lake Titicaca, and marvel at the surreal landscapes of Bolivia's Salar de Uyuni and Chile's Valley of the Moon in the Atacama Desert. Explore colorful Valparaiso, find thrills in the adventure haven of Pucon, and relax in the lakeside charm of Bariloche. From the tango halls of Buenos Aires to the samba beats of Rio de Janeiro, and the thundering majesty of Iguassu Falls, every moment of this trip will leave you in awe and hungry for more.
Visited During Tour
Aguas Calientes (Peru) | Buenos Aires (Argentina) | Cusco (Peru) | Foz do Iguacu (Brazil) | Ilha Grande (Brazil) | La Paz (Bolivia) | Lima (Peru) | Ollantaytambo (Peru) | Paraty (Brazil) | Potosi (Bolivia) | Pucon (Chile) | Puno (Peru) | Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) | Salt Flats (Bolivia) | San Carlos de Bariloche (Argentina) | San Pedro de Atacama (Chile) | Santiago (Chile) | Sucre (Bolivia) | Uyuni (Bolivia) | Valparaiso (Chile)
Dates, Offers & Prices
Tour Itinerary
Accommodations
More Details
Dates, Offers & Prices
The following are South America Discovery: Lima To Rio De Janeiro tour dates available from G Adventures. Select a bonus offer graphic to view its details, including its terms.
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Tour Itinerary
G Adventures Tour Code SPLR-10270
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1Lima
Arrive at any time.
There are no planned activities until an evening welcome meeting.
We suggest arriving early to experience everything Lima has to offer. A full day tour will be available to book during your trip check-out process.If you booked the Lima Cooking Class it does not include extra time in Lima and we highly recommend booking pre-trip accommodation. You will be picked up from your hotel at approx 10:00 (10:30 from Aug-Dec) and taken to a local market and restaurant to prepare and enjoy a traditional Peruvian meal. You will return back to your hotel around 13:00.Please note that hot water shortages and power outages can be fairly common in Latin America (even in upgraded hotels and private homes). We appreciate your patience and understanding that these occurrences are outside of our control.
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Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
Your opportunity to meet your CEO and fellow travellers, and learn more about your tour. Opt to join the group for a local meal afterwards. Don't forget to see the notice in the lobby (or ask reception) for the official time and place to meet up with the group.
Accommodations: Hotel Santa Cruz2Optional Activities for Day 1
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2Lima/Cusco
Hop a flight to Cusco. Enjoy a free day for shopping and exploring the city. Choose to pre-book an optional Cusco Cooking Class. Opt for a city tour.
Transfer to the airport for the flight to Cusco. Spend the rest of the day relaxing and exploring this fascinating city, and getting used to the altitude.
Please note: if you pre-book the Cusco Cooking Class you will be picked up from your hotel at approx 12:30 and taken to a local market and restaurant to prepare and enjoy a traditional Peruvian meal. Return back to your hotel around 16:00.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
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Plane
Look! Up in the sky! It's a bird! It's a plane! It's... yup, it is a plane, actually.
Free Time
Spend the day shopping and exploring the city.
Accommodations: El Puma Hotel3Optional Activities for Day 2
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3Cusco
Spend a full day enjoying optional activities in the area.
Opt to visit and hike the famed Rainbow Mountain, pre-book on the checkout page to include this optional activity on your tour or ask your GCO or travel agent for assistance.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
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Free Time
Don't waste a minute- head out an explore.
Accommodations: El Puma Hotel3Optional Activities for Day 3
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4Cusco/Ollantaytambo
Stop at the G Adventures-supported women's weaving co-op before visiting a local pottery making community. Break for lunch at the G Adventures-supported Parwa Community Restaurant in Huchuy Qosco. After lunch, opt to head out on a hike to the Ollantaytambo storehouses and look out over the ruins. Or, wander around the cobblestone streets and visit a local Chicheria (corn beer bar).
Travel through the stunning Sacred Valley of the Incas, visiting a G Adventures-supported women's weaving co-op. Meet the women and learn about traditional weaving and dyeing used in the Ccaccaccollo community. Opt to pick up some handmade souvenirs and textiles directly from the women who made them.Have lunch at the G Adventures-supported Parwa Community Restaurant. Learn about the G Adventures for Good project and eat a delicious buffet-style lunch. Proceeds of this meal go directly back to the remote community.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
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Private Vehicle
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Ccaccaccollo Community and Women's Weaving Co-op visit
Visit the Ccaccaccollo community centre which G Adventures travellers' donations helped create in 2005, thereby enabling local women to sell traditional textiles to travellers. See local weaving and dyeing techniques used to create garments and souvenirs, and learn how the Planeterra weaving co-operative has impacted the community and those who visit it. This includes the purchase of alpacas to provide a steady supply of wool, looms, and sewing machines as well as several training courses on production, sales and small business management.
Parwa Community Restaurant the Sacred Valley
Contribute to sustainable tourism in Huchuy Qosqo, a small village of 65 families in the Sacred Valley, by eating at the Parwa Community Restaurant. Learn how the resident-run restaurant was kickstarted by G Adventures and the Multilateral Investment Fund, to become a successful farm-to-table program that boosts the local economy and several spin-off microenterprises.
Cuyo Chico Pottery Making Demonstration
In the rural village of Cuyo Chico in the Sacred Valley, a group of families joined together to create a small business based on their traditional adobe ceramic crafts. Using clay from their surroundings, they mold bowls, plates, and all manner of decorations. Learn about the ceramics process as well as the traditional adobe brick-making that forms the basis of houses throughout the valley, all while taking in a spectacular view of the Pisac Ruins. After the demonstration, peruse the items for sale directly from the artisans in their shop.
Accommodations: Peru Quechua's Lodge Ollantaytambo1Optional Activities for Day 4
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5Ollantaytambo/Aguas Calientes
Catch the scenic train to Aguas Calientes. Opt to visit the local hot springs or shop in the local market.
Board a morning train that winds through the spectacular Sacred Valley to the end of the line: the village of Aguas Calientes, a frontier town nestled in the hills beneath Machu Picchu.Take advantage of the opportunity to visit the butterfly house, botanical gardens or hot springs. Opt for a day hike to Mandor Gardens to see orchids and a waterfall, enjoying the lush, green scenery en route.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
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Train
Climb aboard, take a seat, and enjoy the ride.
Accommodations: Hotel Wiracocha Inn2Optional Activities for Day 5
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6Aguas Calientes/Cusco
Enjoy a guided tour of Machu Picchu before returning to Cusco in the evening.
Rise early to catch the first bus up to Machu Picchu with your guide. Enjoy a guided visit of the ruins then take a train back to Cusco.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
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Local Bus
Climb aboard, grab a seat, and enjoy the ride.
Machu Picchu Guided Tour
Set off with the local guide to explore Machu Picchu, the Lost City of the Incas. Learn about the history and gain insights into this massive mountaintop citadel while wandering through ancient dwellings, stone temples and along sculpted terraces. Feel the energy of this 15th-century site, now both a UNESCO World Heritage site and voted one of the new Seven Wonders of the World in a worldwide internet poll.
Train
Climb aboard, take a seat, and enjoy the ride.
Private Vehicle
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Accommodations: El Puma Hotel -
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7Cusco
Use a free day to explore more of Cusco or relax.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
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Free Time
Don't waste a minute-get out and explore the landscape on horseback, mountain bike, or explore some of the city's landmarks.
Accommodations: El Puma Hotel2Optional Activities for Day 7
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8Cusco/Puno
Travel day by bus from Cusco to Puno. Spend some time on arrival wandering the small city.
Travel through the high Altiplano region from Cusco to Puno, on the shores of Lake Titicaca. Titicaca is also the largest lake in the world above 3800m, and the views from both Amantani and Taquile Islands are stunning. The trip takes the better part of the day, with stark, beautiful scenery en route.
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- Breakfast
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Local Bus
Climb aboard, grab a seat, and enjoy the ride.
Accommodations: Pukara House -
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9Puno
Enjoy a guided tour of Lake Titicaca including a visit to Uros and Taquile islands.
Head out by boat across Lake Titicaca. Visit the community on the Taquile Islands and enjoy a local lunch with spectacular views. Visit the floating islands of Uros before returning to Puno. Opt to visit to Sillustani burial site.
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- Breakfast
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Day Trip to Lake Titicaca
Head out for a day on beautiful Lake Titicaca. Travel to Taquile Island to visit the community and check out the spectacular views. Do some shopping at the local weaving cooperatives and learn about the Taquilenos, known for their fine handwoven textiles and clothing. Continue on to the floating islands of Uros. Learn about the totora reeds that grow in the shallows of Lake Titicaca used to make everything from the islands themselves to the boats the islanders use for transportation (if constructed well, they last up to six months). Find out from locals how the islands are constructed; as the layers closest to the water start to rot, they are replaced with fresh reeds on top.
Luquina Chico Community Visit
Enjoy a visit to the community of Luquina Chico on Lake Titicaca, where 40 families have been working to preserve their traditions, and with the support of G Adventures and Planeterra, are creating opportunities for future generations to thrive. Connect on a deeper level with the local community members whom call this place home, and learn more fascinating details about their unique ways of adapting to life away from the mainland.
Accommodations: Pukara House1Optional Activities for Day 9
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10Puno/La Paz
Travel by bus and cross the border into Bolivia, arriving in La Paz.
Enjoy the full-day drive around the lake and through the altiplano to La Paz. Bolivia is filled with spectacular views of the countryside. La Paz is at nearly 4000m (13,120ft) above sea level, so be prepared for cool evenings and mornings.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
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Local Bus
Climb aboard, grab a seat, and enjoy the ride.
Border Crossing (Peru - Bolivia)
Ready for a little more ink in your passport? Grab your bags and get ready to check another country off your bucket list.
Local Bus
Climb aboard, grab a seat, and enjoy the ride.
Accommodations: Hotel Las Brisas -
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11La Paz
Enjoy a free day in La Paz. Opt to visit the Witches' Market, the city's museums or the Valley of the Moon.
Explore the city's many fine museums or its historic structures, like the Iglesia de San Francisco. The city is also renowned for its many markets, including the Mercado de Hechiceria (Witches' Market).With streets lined with market stalls and vendors, the pace on the street and the vibrant atmosphere is an incredible experience.To the south of the city is the Valley of the Moon, with crater-like formations made of sand.Thrill seekers can pre book a Death Road mountain biking adventure.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
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Free Time
The day is yours- make the most of it.
Accommodations: Hotel Las Brisas4Optional Activities for Day 11
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12La Paz/Sucre
Fly to Sucre and explore this beautiful colonial city.
Optional activities include mountain biking, hiking, and searching for dinosaur footprints.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
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Plane
Look! Up in the sky! It's a bird! It's a plane! It's... yup, it is a plane, actually.
Free Time
Don't waste a minute, head out and explore.
Accommodations: Hotel Independencia3Optional Activities for Day 12
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13Sucre
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.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
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Free Time
Explore the landscape on foot or two wheels.
Accommodations: Hotel Independencia4Optional Activities for Day 13
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14Sucre/Potosi
Travel by bus to Potosi and get a view of the mountain Cerro Rico looming over the city.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
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Local Bus
Climb aboard, grab a seat, and enjoy the ride.
Free Time
Spend free time learning about local mining production or wandering the city and soaking in the cultural atmosphere.
Accommodations: Hotel Gran Libertador2Optional Activities for Day 14
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15Potosi/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.
During the rainy season the locations visited may change due to some routes being covered by water.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
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Local Bus
Climb aboard, grab a seat, and enjoy the ride.
Accommodations: Hotel Samay Wasi -
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16Uyuni/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.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
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Salt Flats and Desert Crossing Excursion
Spend three days in the stunning landscape between the Salar de Uyuni and the Atacama Desert in Chile. Enter a world unlike anything else as we drive across the salt flats; the piercing blue sky contrasts against the blinding white of the flat salt beds. Take memorable photos of the unusual landscape complete with mountains and active volcanoes. Visit the coloured lagoon of Laguna Colorada and enjoy the uniqueness of this region.
Jukil Community Experience & Lodge
Visit the Santiago de Agencha community, located two hours across the salt flats from Uyuni, a rural village surrounded by towering cacti and part of a small desert oasis. The community-owned salt lodge was renovated and expanded through a major project in 2016 funded by G Adventures' foundation, Planeterra. With many of the village's younger residences fleeing for economic opportunities, this lodge is seen by the community as a way to rescue their indigenous culture and provide opportunities for the future. Learn about their traditional agricultural practices, including their specialization in quinoa production, and take a guided walk with a community member to the sacred Jukil mountaintop for a beautiful view of the village below and the salt flats beyond. Meals of local ingredients grown in the village are prepared by ladies who were provided culinary training through the project. Leave Jukil Community Lodge knowing your visit is creating opportunities for a whole new generation of people in this community to improve their lives, and the lives of their children and grandchildren.
Accommodations: Jukil Lodge -
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17Salt 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.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Exclusive Inclusions:
Salt Flats and Desert Crossing Excursion
Spend three days in the stunning landscape between the Salar de Uyuni and the Atacama Desert in Chile. Enter a world unlike anything else as we drive across the salt flats; the piercing blue sky contrasts against the blinding white of the flat salt beds. Take memorable photos of the unusual landscape complete with mountains and active volcanoes. Visit the coloured lagoon of Laguna Colorada and enjoy the uniqueness of this region.
Accommodations: Laguna Colorada -
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18Salt 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.
From the high Bolivian altiplano descend almost 2000m to the edge of the Atacama Desert, arriving at the small desert oasis of San Pedro de Atacama, just across the Chilean border. Said to be one of the driest places on the planet, this little town is an oasis in an otherwise barren, dry landscape.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
Exclusive Inclusions:
4x4
Roads? Where this rough-and-ready vehicle's going, we don't need roads.
Border Crossing (Bolivia - Chile)
Ready for a little more ink in your passport? Grab your bags and get ready to check another country off your bucket list.
Local Bus
Climb aboard, grab a seat, and enjoy the ride.
Accommodations: Hostal Puritama -
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19San Pedro de Atacama
Enjoy an Included excursion to the Valley of the Moon. In San Pedro, opt to go sandboarding or mountain biking.
Enjoy an included excursion to the Valley of the Moon to learn about and appreciate the beautiful uniqueness of the landscape. There are plenty of optional excursions in San Pedro de Atacama, including biking, exploring nearby ruins, and horseback riding. Despite its size, San Pedro offers some great restaurants as well as numerous handicrafts and artisan stores for those looking for souvenirs.
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Valley of the Moon Visit
The sunset brings out a variety of colours over this majestic valley that experts say is the area on Earth that most closely resembles moon's surface. Explore the incredible formations created by wind and rain over millennia in this unique location between the Andes mountains and one of the world's driest deserts.
Accommodations: Hostal Puritama4Optional Activities for Day 19
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20San Pedro de Atacama/Santiago
Drive to Calama and fly to Santiago, a vibrant capital city.
From the nearby city of Calama, fly to Santiago, the capital of Chile. The city is surrounded by mountains, and there are both internationally recognized vineyards and Andean ski resorts within a couple of hours from the city centre.Explore the city's many museums and parks and visit the vibrant neighbourhood of Bellavista with its handicrafts, trendy cafes, and San Cristobal Hill with its views of the city and the surrounding area.
Exclusive Inclusions:
Local Van
Climb aboard, take your seat, and enjoy the ride.
Plane
Look! Up in the sky! It's a bird! It's a plane! It's... yup, it is a plane, actually.
Accommodations: Ibis Budget Santiago2Optional Activities for Day 20
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21Santiago
With a free day in Santiago, opt to visit nearby wineries.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
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Free Time
Explore the city or head further afield.
Accommodations: Ibis Budget Santiago3Optional Activities for Day 21
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22Santiago/Valparaiso
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 Valparaiso where brightly coloured houses perch on the hills.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
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Santiago City Tour
Spend the day visiting different neighbourhoods of Santiago, stop at the Museo de la Memoria and learn about the history of Chile. Visit the Central Market and enjoy a traditional Chilean snack before heading to a local bar to try Terremoto (Earthquake) a local drink made with pineapple ice cream, white wine and pisco.
Private Vehicle
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Accommodations: Hotel Reina Victoria -
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23Valparaiso/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.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
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Free Time
Wander the colourful streets of Valparaiso.
Private Vehicle
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Santiago Region Winery Tour
Visit nearby wineries in the area of Santiago. There are plenty of famous wineries or smaller family-run places to stop by. Learn about the process, tour the vineyards and of course, take a sample or two.
Overnight Bus
Curl up and catch a snooze en route to the next stop.
Accommodations: Hostal Mahuida -
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24Pucon
Enjoy free time in Pucon, try whitewater rafting or explore the area by foot.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
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Free Time
Enjoy all the adrenaline activities that Pucon has to offer.
Accommodations: Hostal Mahuida3Optional Activities for Day 24
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25Pucon
Enjoy another free day to take part in the many activities on offer in Pucon. Opt to hike Villarica volcano (it's active!) or soak in the nearby natural thermal pools.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
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Free Time
Enjoy free time to explore this adventure hub!
Accommodations: Hostal Mahuida4Optional Activities for Day 25
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26Pucon/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.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
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Local Bus
Climb aboard, grab a seat, and enjoy the ride.
Border Crossing (Chile - Argentina)
Ready for a little more ink in your passport? Grab your bags and get ready to check another country off your bucket list.
Private Vehicle
Transfer to Bariloche, enjoy the scenery and a couple of photo ops in the Seven Lakes District.
Accommodations: Kenton Palace Hotel Bariloche -
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27San 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.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
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Bariloche Gaucho Experience
Be an Argentinian Gaucho for the day and immerse yourself in the culture of these traditional Patagonia cowboys. Head out on an easy horseback ride through the beautiful scenery of Bariloche and learn about the area's history from a real live Gaucho. Stop along the way to try Mate, the national beverage of Argentina and some alfajores, a delicious dulce de leche cookie sandwich. Finish it all off with a traditional Patagonian barbeque.
Accommodations: Kenton Palace Hotel Bariloche -
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28San 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.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
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Free Time
Take advantage of all the things Bariloche has to offer.
Accommodations: Kenton Palace Hotel Bariloche3Optional Activities for Day 28
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29San Carlos de Bariloche/Buenos Aires
Fly to Buenos Aires. Opt to enjoy a Tango show and dinner.
Fly north to the buzzing metropolis that is Buenos Aires, it is a vibrant city full of life.
Opt to pre-book the "Buenos Aires Tango Experience" activity on the checkout page ahead of time to include this optional on your tour.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
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Plane
Look! Up in the sky! It's a bird! It's a plane! It's... yup, it is a plane, actually.
Accommodations: Carsson Hotel1Optional Activities for Day 29
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30Buenos Aires
The day is yours to explore Buenos Aires. From bike tours to city walks and neighbourhood visits, there is plenty to see and do.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
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Free Time
Enjoy a full free day to explore Buenos Aires on your own. Choose one of the optional activities in the area and really see this charming city.
Accommodations: Carsson Hotel6Optional Activities for Day 30
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31Buenos Aires/Foz do Iguacu
Fly to Iguassu (Argentinean Side) and 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.
After settling in, opt to partake in one of the adventurous activities offered in the area like, a helicopter ride over the falls or a visit to the nearby bird park.
The luggage restrictions for all Aerolineas Argentinas flights are 15kg for checked baggage and 5kg for carry-ons.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
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Plane
Head to the airport and fly north to the Argentine side of Iguassu Falls. Continue on to the border via private vehicle from there.
Border Crossing (Argentina - Brazil)
Ready for a little more ink in your passport? Grab your bags and get ready to check another country off your bucket list.
Private Vehicle
Climb aboard and drive to the Brazilian side of Iguassu Falls for a little exploration.
Iguassu Falls (Brazil Side) Guided Tour
Visit the Brazil side of the falls to get a panoramic view of Iguacu, one of the world's largest and most impressive waterfalls. In total, there are over 275 individual falls spread out over 3km (2 mi). Find the best spot to take jaw-dropping photos of this UNESCO World Heritage site.
Accommodations: Hotel Del Rey2Optional Activities for Day 31
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32Foz do Iguacu
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.
Explore trails that will bring you directly over the falls of the Devil's Throat-the highest and deepest of the falls. Other trails allow access to the stretch of falls across the forest on the Argentine side. Opt to take an inflatable boat to the base of the thundering falls.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
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Border Crossing (Brazil - Argentina)
Ready for a little more ink in your passport? Grab your bags and get ready to check another country off your bucket list.
Iguassu Falls Visit
Spend the whole day on the Argentine side of Iguassu, exploring the paths over the falls or experience the UNESCO World Heritage site from a boat tour. Tours utilize trails and catwalks adapted to the landscape of the area, and walking is easy for all ages; guided tours of the complex are available several times a day.
Border Crossing (Argentina - Brazil)
Ready for a little more ink in your passport? Grab your bags and get ready to check another country off your bucket list.
Accommodations: Hotel Del Rey1Optional Activities for Day 32
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33Foz do Iguacu/Paraty
Fly to Sao 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.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
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Plane
An early morning flight gets you Paraty with plenty of time to explore.
Shared Van
Enjoy the drive to Sao Paulo, stopping for lunch along the way.
Accommodations: Pousada Laguna Blue -
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34Paraty
Enjoy a free day to explore Paraty. Opt to visit the cachaca distilleries or take a boat into the bay to explore the nearby islands and beaches.
Paraty is a quaint colonial town renowned for its architecture-the pace might be slow but there's a lot to choose from. Considered one of the world's most important examples of Portuguese colonial architecture by UNESCO, the historic centre is a well-preserved national historic monument, and today has been closed to vehicles to preserve its laid-back colonial ambiance. Opt to take a boat trip in the bay, kayak, go horseback riding, or take a jeep tour.
Opt to pre-book the "Paraty Caipirinha Boat Tour" activity on the checkout page ahead of time to include this optional on your tour.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
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Free Time
Your trip is just that - yours. Want to linger at the market or grab a table at that cozy cafe? Consider it done. We give your trip structure and direction, but you decide what you want to do with it on your free days.
Accommodations: Pousada Laguna Blue7Optional Activities for Day 34
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35Paraty/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.
A short, scenic drive along the coast takes us to Angra dos Reis. Board the ferry to Ilha Grande-home to some of Brazil's most beautiful beaches.Enjoy free time to soak up the sun, snorkel, hike and cruise to various beaches, not to mention feast on fresh seafood and sip caipirinhas in the plaza in the evenings.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
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Shared Van
Climb aboard and make friends with your seatmate en route to the next stop.
Ferry
Get to the next spot on your route aboard a convenient and efficient ferry boat.
Accommodations: Pousada Mata Nativa5Optional Activities for Day 35
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36Ilha 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.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
Exclusive Inclusions:
Free Time
Your trip is just that-yours. Want to linger at the market or grab a table at that cozy cafe? Consider it done. We give your trip structure and direction, but you decide what you want to do with it on your free days.
Accommodations: Pousada Mata Nativa5Optional Activities for Day 36
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37Ilha 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.
Travel back to the mainland by ferry before continuing north along the coast. Enjoy the incredible scenery before rounding the cliffs at Vidigal. Get your first look at one of the most memorable cities in the world-Rio de Janeiro.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
Exclusive Inclusions:
Ferry
Get to the next spot on your route aboard a convenient and efficient ferry boat.
Shared Van
Enjoy the incredible scenery before rounding the cliffs at Vidigal. Get your first look at one of the most memorable cities in the world-Rio de Janeiro.
Free Time
Use your free time in Rio to start your exploration of this world-class city.
Accommodations: Royalty Rio Hotel1Optional Activities for Day 37
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38Rio de Janeiro
Depart at any time.
There are no planned activities today so feel free to book onward travel at any time. Not ready to leave? Your CEO can help with travel arrangements to extend your adventure.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
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Accommodations
Select a destination below to to view the hotel(s) included by G Adventures in their South America Discovery: Lima To Rio De Janeiro tour:
Buenos Aires
Carsson Hotel
Location
Viamonte 650, C1053 CABA, Argentina
Buenos Aires, Argentina
Other Details
- Hotel as shown or similar (G Adventures may replace it with a similar property)
Cusco
El Puma Hotel
Location
Av. Garcilaso 806
Jajapunco
Cusco, Peru-0000
Other Details
- Hotel as shown or similar (G Adventures may replace it with a similar property)
Iguacu Falls
Hotel Del Rey
Location
Rua Taroba 1020
Iguacu Falls, Brazil
Other Details
- Hotel as shown or similar (G Adventures may replace it with a similar property)
Ilha Grande
Pousada Mata Nativa
Location
Ilha Grande, Brazil
Other Details
- Outdoor Pool, Laundry, Restaurant, 24-hour Front Desk, Smoke Free, Wifi
- Hotel as shown or similar (G Adventures may replace it with a similar property)
La Paz
Hotel Las Brisas
Location
Ave Illampu 742
Zona Rosario
La Paz, Bolivia
Other Details
- Hotel as shown or similar (G Adventures may replace it with a similar property)
Lima
Hotel Santa Cruz
Location
Av. Santa Cruz 1347
Miraflores
Lima, Peru
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- Hotel as shown or similar (G Adventures may replace it with a similar property)
Machu Picchu
Hotel Wiracocha Inn
Location
Machu Picchu, Peru
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- Hotel as shown or similar (G Adventures may replace it with a similar property)
Ollantaytambo
Peru Quechua's Lodge Ollantaytambo
Location
740 camino a Willoq
Ollantaytambo, Peru-08676
Other Details
- Hotel as shown or similar (G Adventures may replace it with a similar property)
Paraty
Pousada Laguna Blue
Location
Av. das Goiabeiras, 1 - Vila Colonial, Paraty - RJ, 23970-000
Paraty, Brazil
Other Details
- Outdoor Pool, Laundry, Restaurant, 24-hour Front Desk, Smoke Free, Wifi, Parking
- Hotel as shown or similar (G Adventures may replace it with a similar property)
Potosi
Hotel Gran Libertador
Location
Potosi, Bolivia
Other Details
- Laundry, Restaurant, 24-hour Front Desk, Conference Room, Wifi, Parking
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Pucon
Hostal Mahuida
Location
Pucon, Chile
Other Details
- Wifi, Parking
- Hotel as shown or similar (G Adventures may replace it with a similar property)
Puno
Pukara House
Location
Puno, Peru
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- Hotel as shown or similar (G Adventures may replace it with a similar property)
Rio de Janeiro
Royalty Rio Hotel
Location
R. Barata Ribeiro, 581
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil-22040-002
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San Carlos de Bariloche
Kenton Palace Hotel Bariloche
Location
Defensa 383 - Buenos Aires, Argentina
San Carlos de Bariloche, Argentina
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San Pedro de Atacama
Hostal Puritama
Location
Caracoles 113
San Pedro de Atacama, Chile-1410000
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Santiago
Ibis Budget Santiago
Location
Avenida Manuel Montt 240
Providencia
Santiago, Chile-7500591
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Sucre
Hotel Independencia
Location
Sucre, Bolivia
Other Details
- Laundry, Restaurant, 24-hour Front Desk, Conference Room, Wifi
- Hotel as shown or similar (G Adventures may replace it with a similar property)
Uyuni
Hotel Samay Wasi
Location
Uyuni, Bolivia
Other Details
- Restaurant, Smoke Free, Parking
- Hotel as shown or similar (G Adventures may replace it with a similar property)
Laguna Colorada
Location
Uyuni, Bolivia
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- Hotel as shown or similar (G Adventures may replace it with a similar property)
Jukil Lodge
Location
Uyuni, Bolivia
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- Hotel as shown or similar (G Adventures may replace it with a similar property)
Valparaiso
Hotel Reina Victoria
Location
Valparaiso, Chile
Other Details
- Hotel as shown or similar (G Adventures may replace it with a similar property)
More Details
G Adventures is informing us of the following additional details regarding their South America Discovery: Lima To Rio De Janeiro tour:
Group Size
Max 17 avg 12
What's Included
Your G for Good Moment: Ccaccaccollo Community and Women's Weaving Co-op visit, CcaccaccolloYour G for Good Moment: Parwa Community Restaurant the Sacred Valley, LamayYour G for Good Moment: Luquina Chico Community Visit, Lake TiticacaYour G for Good Moment: Jukil Community Experience & Lodge, Santiago de AgenchaYour Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and GroupYour Discover Moment: CuscoYour Discover Moment: SucreYour Foodie Moment: Santiago Region Winery Tour, SantiagoYour Discover Moment: PuconYour Discover Moment: Buenos AiresYour Discover Moment: ParatyYour Discover Moment: Ilha Grande. Sacred Valley guided tour. Pottery making demonstration. Train to Machu Picchu. Machu Picchu guided tour. Floating islands of Uros visit. Lake Titicaca guided tour. 4x4 excursion to the Salar de Uyuni (3 days). Tour of Valley of the Moon (San Pedro de Atacama). City tour of Santiago. Driving through the Seven Lakes district. Estancia visit and barbecue lunch (full-day). Iguassu Falls visit (Brazil and Argentina). Internal flights. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities.
Highlights
Explore the Sacred Valley on a visit to community projects in the highlands, Witness the unforgettable views of Machu Picchu, Take the train through the scenic Urubamba Valley to Aguas Calientes, Witness traditional life on Lake Titicaca, Cross the world's largest salt flat by 4x4 at the Salar de Uyuni, Enjoy an included excursion to the Valley of the Moon to cherish the uniqueness of the environment, Explore colourful Valparaiso, Enjoy the nightlife in Buenos Aires, Stand in awe of Iguassu Falls, Sip a caipirinha in Rio, Explore the cobblestoned streets of colonial Paraty
Message from G Adventures About Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is compulsory in order to participate on any of our trips. When travelling on a group trip, you will not be permitted to join the group until evidence of travel insurance has been sighted by your leader, who will take note of your insurance details. When selecting a travel insurance policy we require that at a minimum you are covered for medical expenses including emergency evacuation and repatriation. A minimum coverage of USD200,000 is required. We strongly recommend that the policy also covers personal liability, cancellation, curtailment and loss of luggage and personal effects. Some tours include adventure activities that require extra coverage (e.g. crampon use); please review your itinerary and make sure that you are covered for all included activities. If you have credit card insurance we require proof of purchase of the trip (a receipt of credit card statement) with a credit card in your name. Contact your bank for details of their participating insurer, the level of coverage and emergency contact telephone number.
Optional Activities
G Adventures is offering the following optional activities at an additional cost, subject to availability:
Lima- Lima Cooking Class (4hrs)- Lima City Tour (40USD per person)Cusco- Cusco City Tour (45PEN per person)- Cusco Cooking Class- Inka Museum (10PEN per person)- Rainbow Mountain Hike - Full-day TripOllantaytambo- Ollantaytambo Storehouse Ruins and HikeInca Trail- 1-Day Inca Trail HikeAguas Calientes- Hot Springs Visit (6USD per person)Puno- Sillustani Burial Towers Entrance (59PEN per person)La Paz- Valley of the Moon Tour (15USD per person)- Death Road Biking Adventure- La Paz City Tour (35USD per person)- Witches' Market VisitSucre- Hiking- Mountain Biking- Sucre Dinosaur Tracks Excursion- Rewilding Yampara: Walks Through Culture and ForestPotosi- Casa de la Moneda (40BOB per person)- Potosi Mine VisitSan Pedro de Atacama- Observatory Tour (50000CLP per person)- San Pedro de Atacama Hot Springs (45000CLP per person)- Mountain Biking (1500-5000CLP per person)- Sandboarding (45000CLP per person)Barrio Bellavista- Bellavista Neighbourhood Visit (Free)Isla Negra- Day Trip to Isla NegraSantiago- Pisco Distillery Santiago (32700CLP per person)Huife Alto - Soak in Natural Thermal Pools (40000CLP per person)Pucon- Whitewater Rafting Pucon (35000-28000CLP per person)- Guided Huerquehue Park Visit (55000CLP per person)- Volcan Villarica Hike (100000CLP per person)Puerto Blest- Puerto Blest and Cantaros Waterfall Navigation (90USD per person)San Carlos de Bariloche- Hiking- Circuito Chico Tour (40USD per person)Buenos Aires- Tango Dinner Show- Teatro Colon Tour (25USD per person)- Buenos Aires Guided City Tour- La Boca Neighbourhood Visit (10USD per person)- Buenos Aires Bike Tour- La Boca and Isla Maciel: One History, Two ShoresSan Telmo- San Telmo Visit (Free)Iguacu Falls- Iguassu Falls Bird Park Visit (120BRL per person)- Iguassu Helicopter Ride (130USD per person)Foz do Iguacu- Boat Tour of Iguassu Falls (75USD per person)Paraty- 4x4 Tour (150BRL per person)- Kayaking (90BRL per person)- Walking Tour Paraty + cachaca tasting (2hrs) (160BRL per person)- Diving Paraty- Horseback Riding Paraty (390BRL per person)- Paraty Boat Tour (150BRL per person)Trindade- Trindade Day Trip (20BRL per person)Ilha Grande- Hike to Pico do Papagaio (150BRL per person)- Ilha Grande Boat Excursion (130BRL per person)- Ilha Grande Diving- Lopes Mendes Hike- Snorkelling Ilha GrandeRio de Janeiro- Rio de Janeiro City Tour (Private) (340BRL per person)- Rio Football Game (500BRL per person)- Rio Hang Gliding (980BRL per person)
Accommodation Summary
Hotels/guesthouses (34 nts), G Adventures-supported lodge/basic hotels on Salar de Uyuni excursion (2 nts, multi-share), Overnight bus (1 nt).
Meals Included
35 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 2 dinners
What are the meals like on this trip?
Eating is a big part of traveling. G Adventures understands the importance of breakfast to start your day, we strive to include a basic breakfast wherever possible. This will typically include toast, coffee and tea, however this may vary depending on the city. Should breakfast not be included, your CEO can suggest some local options. Travelling with G Adventures you experience the vast array of wonderful food that is available out in the world. Generally meals are not included in the trip price when there is a choice of eating options, to give you the maximum flexibility in deciding where, what and with whom to eat. It also gives you more budgeting flexibility, though generally food is cheap. Our groups tend to eat together to enable you to taste a larger variety of dishes and enjoy each other's company. There is no obligation to do this though. Your CEO will be able to suggest favourite restaurants during your trip.For all trips please refer to the meals included and budget information for included meals and meal budgets.
Group Leader
CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, local guides.
What is the group leader like?
All G Adventures group trips are accompanied by one of our Chief Experience Officer's (CEO). The aim of the CEO is to take the hassle out of your travels and to help you have the best trip possible. They will provide information on the places you are traveling 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 countries visited on the trip, including historical, cultural, religious and social aspects. We also use local guides where we think more specific knowledge will add to the enjoyment of the places we are visiting- we think it's the best of both worlds.
International Flights
Check-in times and baggage allowances/restrictions vary by airline and can change at any time. For the most up-to-date information for your flight, please contact your airline. We recommend checking in online in advance to avoid potential delays at the airport.
Transportation
Plane, shared van, public bus, private vehicle, boat, ferry, train, 4x4 vehicle, hiking.
Minimum Age
You must be 18 to travel unaccompanied on a G Adventures tour. For minors travelling with a guardian over 21 years old, the minimum age is 12.
Checklist
Cold weather:o Long-sleeved shirts or sweatero Scarfo Warm gloveso Warm hato Warm layersDocuments:o Flight info (required) (Printouts of e-tickets may be required at the border)o Insurance info (required) (With photocopies)o Passport (required) (With photocopies)o Vouchers and pre-departure information (required)o Visas or vaccination certificates (With photocopies)Essentials:o Toiletries (required) (Shampoo, bodywash, soap, etc.)o Binoculars (optional)o Camera (With extra memory cards and batteries)o Cash, credit and debit cardso Day pack (Used for daily excursions or short overnights)o Ear plugso First-aid kit (should contain lip balm with sunscreen, sunscreen, whistle, Aspirin, Ibuprofen, bandaids/plasters, tape, anti-histamines, antibacterial gel/wipes, antiseptic cream, Imodium or similar tablets for mild cases of diarrhea, rehydration powder, water purification tablets or drops, insect repellent, sewing kit, extra prescription drugs you may be taking)o Flashlight/torch (Headlamps are ideal)o Fleece top/sweatero Footwearo Hato Headphones (Noice-cancelling recommended)o Locks for bagso Long pants/jeanso Moneybelto Outlet adaptero Personal entertainment (Reading and writing materials, cards, music player, etc.)o Reusable water bottleo Shirts/t-shirtso Sleepwearo Small travel towelo Sunglasseso Swimwearo Watch and alarm clocko Waterproof backpack covero Windproof rain jacketHealth & Safety:o Face masks (Clients will be only be required to wear a face mask where it is mandated by local regulations.)o Hand sanitizero Pen (Please bring your own pen for filling out documents.)Light Hiking:o Hiking bootso Hiking pants (Convertible/Zip-off and quick dry recommended)o Walking poles Warm Weather:o Sandals/flip-flopso Shorts/skirts (Longer shorts/skirts are recommended)o Sturdy water shoes/sandalso Sun hat/bandanao Swimwear
When can I do my laundry on this trip?
Laundry facilities are offered by some of our hotels for a charge. There will be times when you may want to or have to do your own laundry so we suggest you bring non-polluting/biodegradable soap.
Service Level
Standard: Comfortable tourist-class accommodations with character; mix of public and private transport.
Pricing and availability are subject to change and must be confirmed by one of our travel advisors, who can contact the vendor to do so. Intra-vacation air (also referred to as internal air) is usually based on economy class seating (do not assume otherwise, unless explicity noted otherwise) and may be 100% non-refundable at time of final payment. Air quotes (including intra-vacation airfare) may be subject to change until final payment has been received by the vendor. Flight confirmation may be based on availability. Air reservations may not be able to be confirmed until a passport copy is received by the vendor. The following charges are not included in the vacation price unless otherwise noted: airfare to and from the start of your vacation; airline baggage fees including checked and/or excess baggage fees; Federal inspection fees for the Federal U.S. Customs and Immigrations; International Air Transportation tax; agricultural tax; other per person taxes imposed by government entities; airport taxes and fees, including the September 11th Security fee, passenger facility charges, Federal domestic flight segment fees, and U.S. and international arrival and departure and other government-imposed fees added by the airline and applicable at time of booking; port taxes; passports; visas and vaccinations; tips to your Cruise Director, Local Host, driver, Local Guides, and/or ship's crew; gratuities on ferries, trains, and cruise ships; laundry; telephone; minibar; alcohol, beverages, and food outside of the contracted menu as presented at a hotel or restaurant or onboard your vessel (these extra items will be billed to you before leaving the hotel, ship, or restaurant); airport transfers on non-qualifying flights; optional excursions; additional activities and excursions purchased online; porterage at airports and train stations; Travel Protection; and all other items of a personal nature. Itinerary details are provided by the vendor. Vendors may reserve the right to change itineraries, even on existing reservations. There may be instances where the name of a tour contains a tour length in it, but where there is a version of the tour that is a different number of days in length. You can check the true length of a tour by referring to the length value listed in association with that tour. Destination images displayed on this web page, some which are supplied by the related vendor and some which are not, are intended to simply give a general representation of the region of the world being visited during the tour. Such images are not necessarily of the exact areas being visited during the tour. Hotel details (including, but not limited to: rating/class, descriptions, images, amenities and addresses) are provided by G Adventures. Hotel amenities may be communicated in shorthand by G Adventures (for example, if "Laundry" is listed that may only mean that the hotel has an optional fee-based service that would allow for your laundry to be done by their staff). We reserve the right to correct errors.