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Rio to Lima Adventure

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StartsRio de Janeiro, Brazil
EndsLima, Peru
RegionSouth America
Tour OperatorGadventures
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Itinerary

Day 1 - Starting: Rio de Janeiro & Finishing: Rio de Janeiro

Enjoy your free time by taking an optional city tour or exploring the wonders that this city has to offer from the centrally located hostel in Copacabana.

Day 2 - Starting: Rio de Janeiro & Finishing: Ilha Grande

Head south along the Atlantic coast to the port of Angra dos Reis, and onward by ferry to Ilha Grande, with 100 beaches for you to choose from! Known for its beauty, the island offers other activities for visitors: surfing, hikes, diving, biking and snorkeling.

Day 3 - Starting: Ilha Grande & Finishing: Ilha Grande

Free time to hike and explore the island's beaches or take an optional boat tour.

Day 4 - Starting: Ilha Grande & Finishing: Ilha Grande

Free time to hike and explore the island's beaches or take an optional boat tour.

Day 5 - Starting: Ilha Grande & Finishing: Paraty

Explore colonial Paraty, and opt to chill on the beach or visit a cachaça distillery.

Day 6 - Starting: Paraty & Finishing: Paraty

Free day in Paraty to explore, chill on the beach or take an optional boat tour to nearby islands.

Day 7 - Starting: Paraty & Finishing: Foz do Iguaçu

Skip the 19-hour journey by land and fly to Foz do Iguacu.

Day 8 - Starting: Foz do Iguaçu & Finishing: Foz do Iguaçu

Visit the Brazilian side of the Iguassu Falls.

Day 9 - Starting: Foz do Iguaçu & Finishing: Gualeguaychú

Visit the Argentine side of the falls, and opt to take a boat tour to see the cascading falls from below. Hop on an overnight bus to Uruguay.

Instructions

If you have booked the Iguassu Falls Boat Ride Theme Pack, today's the day! Your CEO will give you the details about timing and what to bring.

Day 10 - Starting: Gualeguaychú & Finishing: Mercedes

We cross into Uruguay for our first stop - a local ranch, known in the region as an estancia. We spend a day at the estancia getting into rural life. Learn about the historical roots of the region, participate in some of the farming activities, go for a walk, or sit back and sip on the wines of the region as you take in the local Uruguayan life.

Day 11 - Starting: Mercedes & Finishing: Mercedes

Free time to explore the area or help out on the estancia.

Day 12 - Starting: Mercedes & Finishing: Montevideo

Explore Uruguay's capital, Montevideo—the country's largest city.

Day 13 - Starting: Montevideo & Finishing: Montevideo

Free day in Montevideo, opt to explore the city, hop on a bike to explore the coast, or take a day-trip to glamorous Punta del Este.

Day 14 - Starting: Montevideo & Finishing: Colonia del Sacramento

Travel to the charming colonial city of Colonia Del Sacramento. Experience the relaxed, pleasant Uruguayan culture and stroll down its cobble-stoned streets on an orientation walk.

Instructions

Accommodation in Colonia may be multi-share during high season.

Day 15 - Starting: Colonia del Sacramento & Finishing: Buenos Aires

Cross the Rio de la Plata by ferry to reach Buenos Aires. There is much to do in this vibrant metropolis, with plenty of museums, theatres, and historical areas. Buenos Aires is full of life. Be sure to check out the districts of La Boca, Recoleta and San Telmo—or catch a tango show at one of the many famous tanguerías or tango houses. Wander the pedestrian walkways and see some dancing in the streets. When you are done exploring, settle your weary feet and enjoy a drink in one of the many sidewalk cafés and restaurants. Buenos Aires is also your chance to try the succulent bifé and parrilladas, so dig in and enjoy!

Day 16 - Starting: Buenos Aires & Finishing: Buenos Aires

Get out and explore. Consider visiting the districts of La Boca, Recoleta, and San Telmo or catch a tango show at one of the many famous tanguerías. Wander the pedestrian walkways and see some dancing in the streets.

Day 17 - Starting: Buenos Aires & Finishing: Buenos Aires

Get out and explore. Consider visiting the districts of La Boca, Recoleta, and San Telmo or catch a tango show at one of the many famous tanguerías. Wander the pedestrian walkways and see some dancing in the streets.

Instructions

Today, new travellers may join you for the rest of your adventure. You are welcome to join them at a group meeting this evening, followed by an optional dinner.

Day 18 - Starting: Buenos Aires & Finishing: Salta

Head to Salta, choosing a flight over a long bus ride. Salta, situated in the Lerma Valley of northern Argentina, is home to Empanadas Salteñas - a delicious local specialty. No visit to the town will be complete without giving them a try. In the evening, opt to experience a local celebration at one of the "Peña" folklore shows.

Day 19 - Starting: Salta & Finishing: Salta

Enjoy free time to explore the area. The scenic Quebrada de las Conchas and Cafayate, famed for its wine and vineyards, are recommended stops. The multi-coloured valleys in the foothills region of the Andes are sure to be a highlight.

Day 20 - Starting: Salta & Finishing: San Pedro de Atacama

In the morning, take a bus further north to the dry desert regions of Argentina and Chile. Stop in the little town of San Pedro de Atacama, on the edge of the Atacama Desert, the driest place on earth.

Day 21 - Starting: San Pedro de Atacama & Finishing: San Pedro de Atacama

Opt to try out sandboarding, go mountain biking, or visit the Valley of the Moon.

Day 22 - Starting: San Pedro de Atacama & Finishing: Salar de Uyuni

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.

Instructions

Note: During the rainy season the locations visited may change due to some routes being covered by water. We offer unique accommodation on the Uyuni Salt Flats. Instead of very basic refuges and homestays most operators use, we have upgraded to simple hotels that are equipped with solar panels to provide electricity and hot water. Rooms are multi-share and each has a private bathroom. Meals are made from local ingredients, most of which are grown on-site.

Day 23 - Starting: Salar de Uyuni & Finishing: Salar de Uyuni

Continue exploring the Uyuni Salt Flats on a 4x4 excursion. Admire the spectacular scenery while passing red and blue lagoons along the route. Spot wild llamas, alpacas and even flamingos deep within the desert.

Day 24 - Starting: Salar de Uyuni & Finishing: Uyuni

Rise early to cover more ground of the unique landscape of the Uyuni Salt Flats. Continue to see incredible scenery, including volcanoes, salt lakes and geysers.

Day 25 - Starting: Salar de Uyuni & Finishing: Potosí

Travel north to visit one of the highest cities in the world. On arrival spot the looming mountain of Cerro Rico, a working silver mine.

Day 26 - Starting: Potosí & Finishing: Potosí

Get out and explore Potosí and wander through the streets of the city.

Day 27 - Starting: Potosí & Finishing: Sucre

Travel north to Sucre. Tackle the city as there is a lot to offer during our two days here. Optional activities include a visit to an old tin baron’s mansion and a textile cooperative, mountain biking, and hiking.

Day 28 - Starting: Sucre & Finishing: 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.

Day 29 - Starting: Sucre & Finishing: La Paz

Enjoy a free day in Sucre before an overnight bus to La Paz.

Day 30 - Starting: La Paz & Finishing: La Paz

Wake up from the overnight bus ride, get settled, and have the day to check out the city of La Paz. Optional activities in La Paz include museum visits, a tour of the Valley of the Moon, or a visit to the world’s highest ski resort, Chacaltaya (5600m/18,368 ft).

Day 31 - Starting: La Paz & Finishing: La Paz

Free day in La Paz. Opt to visit Iglesia de San Francisco, the Valley of the Moon, the Witches' Market, or the nearby Tiahuanaco Ruins.

Day 32 - Starting: La Paz & Finishing: Puno

The drive around Lake Titicaca and through the Altiplano from La Paz to Peru is impressive.

Day 33 - Starting: Puno & Finishing: Lago Titicaca

In the morning, board a boat on Lake Titicaca. Head to Taquile Island for lunch in a local restaurant and the chance for some shopping in the local weaving cooperatives. After, cruise to another village for an overnight homestay on the shores of the lake (the homestay location can vary based on community availability). This experience provides an opportunity to learn more about rural life in the Peruvian highlands and to participate in local traditions. Eat with the family, learn some Quecha and Spanish language skills, try on traditional costumes, and help out with daily chores around the village.

Instructions

Split into smaller groups for the night and split into family homes to experience their style of living firsthand.

Day 34 - Starting: Lago Titicaca & Finishing: Puno

Leave the homestay families late morning, and visit the Uros Islands on the way back to Puno. A popular optional activity in Puno is a visit to the spectacular chullpas (funerary towers) of Sillustani, a pre-Inca archaeological site only a short drive away.

Day 35 - Starting: Puno & Finishing: Cusco

Travel through the high Altiplano region to Cusco.

Day 36 - Starting: Cusco & Finishing: Cusco

Free time to explore Cusco. Opt for a city tour, or go whitewater rafting, horseback riding or mountain biking.

Day 37 - Starting: Cusco & Finishing: Ollantaytambo

Ollantaytambo is a major Inca ruin site and your first taste of what lies ahead. For those craving more before they head out on the Trail, opt to take a Sacred Valley tour which includes not only Ollantaytambo and the ruin site of Pisac, but also a visit to a G Adventures-supported women's weaving co-op.

Day 38 - Starting: Ollantaytambo & Finishing: Wayllabamba Camp

Trek through beautiful scenery, with a variety of flora that changes with the seasons, passing several smaller ruin sites like Llactapata.

Instructions

A crew of local porters, cooks, and guides will take care of all the details for the duration of the hike. Porters carry the majority of the gear so you’ll only need to carry a small daypack with water, rain gear, snacks, a camera, etc.

Day 39 - Starting: Wayllabamba Camp & Finishing: Paqaymayo Camp

Start early to climb the long steep path to Warmiwañusca, better known as Dead Woman’s Pass. This is the highest point of the trek at 4,198m (13,769 ft). Most hikers reach camp by early afternoon, with ample time to rest and relax.

Day 40 - Starting: Paqaymayo Camp & Finishing: Wiñaywayna

Cross two more passes and ruins along the way. The first pass is Runquraqay at 3,950m (13,113 ft) where, on a clear day, hikers can catch a glimpse of the snow-capped Cordillera Vilcabamba. Hike through cloud forest on the gentle climb to the second pass of the day, walking through original Incan constructions. The highest point of the pass is 3,700m (12,136 ft). On a clear day, enjoy the spectacular views of the Urubamba Valley. At 3,650m (11,972 ft), reach the ruins of Phuyupatamarca, the "town above the clouds." Camp here or go another 1.5 hrs to the Wiñay Wayna ruins ("forever young") located at 2,650m (8,694 ft).

Day 41 - Starting: Wiñaywayna & Finishing: Cusco

The final day of the hike starts pre-dawn to reach the Sun Gate before sunrise. Wake up around 03:30 and walk to the checkpoint. Catch the first views of the breathtaking ruins of Machu Picchu on a clear day. Hike down to Machu Picchu for a guided tour of the site and free time to explore. Opt to visit the Inca Bridge, if time allows. Catch the bus to Aguas Calientes to meet any non-hiking members of your group. Eat and relax before your train back to Cusco in the afternoon.

Day 42 - Starting: Cusco & Finishing: Cusco

Free day to explore Cusco or relax after the trek. If you are ready for more adventure, opt to go whitewater rafting, horseback riding or mountain biking.

Day 43 - Starting: Cusco & Finishing: Arequipa

Enjoy a final free day in Cusco before an overnight bus to Arequipa.

Day 44 - Starting: Arequipa & Finishing: Arequipa

Those with an interest in history and architecture may take an optional visit to the Convent of Santa Catalina, offering a brief respite from the outside world and a unique view into a bygone way of life. Other optional excursions include rafting and mountaineering. For spicy food lovers, checking out one of the “Picanterías” is a must. Arequipa has a variety of regional food: alpaca, shrimp, pork, lots of soups, and spicy sauces.

Day 45 - Starting: Arequipa & Finishing: Chivay

Enjoy an overnight excursion to the impressive Colca Canyon - one of the deepest canyons in the world. Stop in fascinating villages and at “miradors” (scenic lookouts), where, with a little luck, spot Andean condors soaring over the majestic Andes. Other unusual animals that may be spotted in the Andean landscape include three different species of camelids: alpaca, llama, and vicuña.

Day 46 - Starting: Chivay & Finishing: Chivay

Get an early start to be on the look out for the condors flying. Travel from Chivay town to a condor viewpoint to admire these magnificent birds in the air. On the way back, stop by some local villages and viewpoints to see old terraces and sections of Colca Canyon, the deepest canyon in the world. Take a lunch break and return to Arequipa in the afternoon.

Day 47 - Starting: Chivay & Finishing: Nazca

Drive to Arequipa and enjoy free time in the afternoon. Overnight bus to Nazca.

Day 48 - Starting: Nazca & Finishing: Nazca

Travel north to one of the world's greatest archaeological mysteries, the Nazca Lines. Very little can be seen from the ground. The best view is from a light aircraft, which can easily be arranged.

Day 49 - Starting: Nazca & Finishing: Paracas

Leave Nazca and stop at the Huacachina Oasis for some optional sandboarding. Continue to visit an artisanal winery to sample some local pisco and wine. Paracas is located one hour further.

Day 50 - Starting: Paracas & Finishing: Lima

Opt to visit the Ballestas Islands in the morning before travelling to Lima for a final night. Be sure to try some ceviche and a Pisco Sour.

Day 51 - Starting: Lima & Finishing: Lima

Depart at any time.

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What’s Included

Beach time in Ilha Grande. Entrance and visit to Iguassu Falls. Uyuni Salt Flats excursion (3 days). Lake Titicaca excursion and homestay. Inca Trail hike with a local guide and cook (4 days). G Adventures-supported handmade biodegradable soap products for use on the Inca Trail. Guided tour of Machu Picchu. Colca Canyon excursion. Pachamanca ceremony (Nazca). Internal flights. Transportation between destinations and included activities.

Highlights

Spot condors at Colca Canyon, conquer the Inca Trail on the way to Machu Picchu, experience traditional life on Lake Titicaca, cross the Uyuni Salt Flats and surrounding desert altiplano, be awed by Iguassu Falls, beach-lounge with the beautiful people of Brazil.

Dossier Disclaimer

The information in this trip details document has been compiled with care and is provided in good faith. However it is subject to change, and does not form part of the contract between the client and the operator. The itinerary featured is correct at time of printing. It may differ slightly to the one in the brochure. Occasionally our itineraries change as we make improvements that stem from past travellers, comments and our own research. Sometimes it can be a small change like adding an extra meal along the itinerary. Sometimes the change may result in us altering the tour for the coming year. Ultimately, our goal is to provide you with the most rewarding experience. Please note that our brochure is usually released in November each year. If you have booked from the previous brochure you may find there have been some changes to the itinerary.

VERY IMPORTANT: Please ensure that you print a final copy of your Trip Details to review a couple of days prior to travel, in case there have been changes that affect your plans.

Itinerary Disclaimer

While it is our intention to adhere to the route described below, there is a certain amount of flexibility built into the itinerary and on occasion it may be necessary, or desirable to make alterations. The itinerary is brief, as we never know exactly where our journey will take us. Due to our style of travel and the regions we visit, travel can be unpredictable. The Trip Details document is a general guide to the tour and region and any mention of specific destinations or wildlife is by no means a guarantee that they will be visited or encountered. Aboard expedition trips visits to research stations depend on final permission.

Additionally, any travel times listed are approximations only and subject to vary due to local circumstances.

Important Notes

1. The rules and regulations controlling the Inca Trail and Machu Picchu are continually changing. Before embarking on your adventure to Peru it is very important that you familiarize yourself with the Inca Trail booking policies and guidelines as described in a document available on our website, at the following URL address:

http://www.gadventures.com/inca-advisory.php

2.Please advise at time of booking if you do not wish to hike the Inca Trail. Instead, you will have 2 nights in Cusco, travel by train for a night in Aguas Calientes, and join the hikers for the tour of Machu Picchu.

3. Portions of the Inca Trail will be closed for general maintenance during the month of February each year. Also, closures may occur at various times throughout the year due to inclement weather or other conditions beyond our control. During these periods, any tour affected will hike the Lares Trek.

4. Please note that this tour is a combination of several G Adventures tours. As such, your group CEO, fellow passengers, or vehicle may change between the individual tour sections.

5. In our continued effort to support the rights of the porters on the Inca Trail, we would like ensure that they never exceed the weight limit for their packs as set out by the Peruvian authorities. Porters are allowed to carry no more than 6kg of personal belongings per hiker (for all other Peru treks the limit is 8kg). That means that including your sleeping bag, toiletries, clothing, etc, you are allowed a total weight of 6kg for the hike which will be carried in a duffle bag provided by our local office. Any additional weight must then be carried by you in your day pack. To help achieve this goal we recommend that you carry travel sized toiletries, that you bring sport sandals that can be worn with socks (which are lighter than running/walking shoes) and that you limit electronics to those that you are willing to carry. Any additional baggage can be left in Cusco, but is advised that you bring anything of value (eg. money, passport, credit cards, camera, etc) with you on the trek.

If at the end of your trek you felt your trekking guide and support team did an outstanding job, tipping is appreciated. The amount is entirely a personal preference, however as a guideline, we suggest each hiker contributes the following to a collective pool. We suggest a tipping amount of $40 per person for the Inca Trail and $35 per person for the Lares Trek.

6. Looking to add to your experience? Check out our Theme Packs! Specially designed for travellers with unique interests, theme packs are optional add-ons to your G adventures trip that make your adventure more you-centric. Theme Packs must be booked prior to departure, please see details in our optional activities field and ask you sales CEO.

Group Leader Description

All G Adventures group trips are accompanied by one of our group leaders, a G Adventures representative, or an expedition team. The aim of the group leader 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 travelling 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.

Group Size Notes

Max 18, avg 14.

Meals

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. A typical breakfast may 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. While trekking in remote regions etc. food is included, plentiful and made of fresh local ingredients.

Transport

Public bus, plane, train, hiking, ferry, 4X4.

Solo Travellers

We believe single travellers should not have to pay more to travel so our group trips are designed for shared accommodation and do not involve a single supplement. Single travellers joining group trips are paired in twin or multi-share accommodation with someone of the same sex for the duration of the trip. Some of our Independent trips are designed differently and single travellers on these itineraries must pay the single trip price.

Accommodation

Simple hotels (37 nts), overnight buses (4 nts), camping (3 nts), estancia/ranch (2 nts, multi-share), homestay (1 nt), hostel (1 nt), basic hotels on Uyuni Salt Flats crossing (2 nts, multi-share).

My Own Room Exceptions

Night 9: overnight bus, Nights 10-11: Estancia, Nights 22-23: Salar de Uyuni, Night 29: overnight bus, Night 33: Lake Titicaca homestay, Nights 37-39: Inca Trail, Night 43: overnight bus, Nights 45-46: Colca Canyon, Night 47: overnight bus.

Joining Hotel

For details of your joining hotel please refer to your tour voucher, G Account, the G Adventures App or contact your travel agent.

Joining Instructions

Galeao International Airport is a 30 to 45 minute drive from our joining hotel. There are many private taxi companies with booths inside the building where you can pay a set rate for a taxi to Copacabana (approximately $50 USD), thus avoiding the confusion outside the airport. There is also an airport bus, called ‘Real’ (approximately $9 USD) which will drop you off at the place of your choice along the route. The closest point to the Santa Clara is at the corner of Barata Ribeiro and the street Figueiredo Magalhaes. From here to the hotel is quite close. You can flag down one of the many official yellow taxis in the street to get the rest of the way to the hotel (approximately $5 USD).

There is a money exchange in the Banco do Brazil on the third floor of the international arrivals area, which is open 24 hours.

If you are arriving from abroad and have paid in advance for an arrival transfer, a G Adventures representative will meet you at the airport. If no one is there, take a public taxi to the hotel and we will reimburse you. If you have not paid for an arrival transfer, the best way to get into town is by public taxi. If your taxi driver does not speak English and you do not speak Spanish, simply show driver the hotel address to simplify communications.

Please note that Day 1 is an arrival day and no activities have been planned, so you may arrive at any time. Similarly the last day is a departure day during which no activities are planned.
Your CEO will contact you at the hotel on Day 1 and make sure you are settled comfortably. If you arrive late, s/he will leave you a message detailing what time and where you should meet the next morning. Your CEO will organize a short meeting soon after arrival, during which you will meet other tour participants and receive information about general and specific aspects of the trip.

Arrival Complications

We don’t expect any problems, and nor should you, but if for any reason you are unable to commence your trip as scheduled, as soon as possible please contact your starting point hotel, requesting that you speak to or leave a message for your CEO (if you are not on a group tour please refer to the emergency contact details provided in this dossier). If you are unable to get in touch with your leader, please refer to our emergency contact details. If you have pre-booked an airport transfer and have not made contact with our representative within 30 minutes of clearing customs and immigration, we recommend that you make your own way to the Starting Point hotel, following the Joining Instructions. Please apply to your travel agent on your return for a refund of the transfer cost if this occurs.

Emergency Contact

Should you need to contact us during a situation of dire need, it is best to first call either the G Adventures Local Representative (if one is listed below) or our G Adventures Local Office. If for any reason you do not receive an immediate answer, please leave a detailed message and contact information, so they may return your call and assist you as soon as possible.

AIRPORT TRANSFER 
If you have purchased an arrival through G Adventures or if an arrival transfer is included in the cost of your tour, please note that:

Your arrival transfer has been arranged based on flight information provided to us. If you are advised of a flight schedule change within 48 hours of your scheduled arrival time, we will do our best to rearrange your arrival transfer however we cannot guarantee this. If your arrival transfer does not arrive within 30 minutes after you have exited the arrivals area please take a taxi to your start point hotel. 

EMERGENCY CONTACT NUMBERS
G Adventures Office Buenos Aires, Argentina
During office hours (Weekdays 9am-6pm Local Time)
From outside Argentina: +54 11 2150 2581
From within Argentina, but outside of Buenos Aires: 011 2150 2581

After hours Emergency number
From outside Argentina: +54 9 11 3425 0380
From within Argentina, but outside of Buenos Aires: 011 15 3425 0380

G Adventures Local Representative (Rio)
From Outside of Brazil: (0054) 9 11 3 425 0380
If using Brazilian SIM card purchased outside or Rio: 031 9 11 3 425 0380
If using Brazilian SIM card purchased in Rio: 9 11 3 425 0380

If you are unable for any reason to contact our local office, please call the numbers listed below, which will connect you directly with our 24 hour Sales team, who will happily assist you.

Toll-free, North America only: 1 888 800 4100
Calls from UK: 0344 272 0000
Calls from Germany: 0800 365 1000
Calls from Australia: 1 300 796 618
Calls from New Zealand: 0800 333 307
Outside North America, Australia, New Zealand, Germany and the UK: +1 416 260 0999

What to Take

Most people automatically assume that the weather is hot in South America however the weather varies greatly. Be prepared for rain and thunder storms in the wet season (from December to March), especially in the Amazon. Temperatures of -10C and lower are frequent around Uyuni and the Altiplano (high plateau). It is best to layer clothes rather than wearing a heavy parka. This allows you to accommodate clothing to varying degrees of temperatures and wet/dry/windy weather conditions. We recommend the use of a duffel bag or backpack, whichever is easiest for you to carry. A large daypack is also essential.

Checklist

-Documents
-Passport
-Insurance info
-Flight info
-Cash, credit and debit cards
-Vouchers and pre-departure information
-Required visas or vaccination certificates

-Sleeping bag (also available for hire)
-Weather-appropriate clothing
-Windproof/waterproof jacket
-Rain poncho
-Warm clothing
-Fleece jacket or warm layer
-Long trousers
-Hiking pants/track pants
-Shorts/skirts
-Shirts/T-shirts
-Hiking long sleeve shirt
-Thermal underwear
-Socks
-Knee-high socks
-Warm gloves
-Warm hat
-Small towel and swim wear
-Waterproof hiking boots
-Hiking boots/Sturdy walking shoes
-Sturdy walking shoes
-Flip flops/sandals

-Sun hat/Bandana
-Sunblock
-Sunglasses
-Headlamp
-Money belt
-Toiletries
-Watch and alarm clock
-First-aid kit
-Rehydration powder
-Insect Repellent
-Anti-inflammatory tablets (e.g. Ibuprofen)

-Day pack
-Camera with extra memory cards and batteries
-Personal Entertainment
-Binoculars
-Waterproof backpack cover
-Insect Repellent
-Moneybelt
-Pocketknife
-Antibacterial wipes/gel
-Reusable water bottle
-Ear plugs
-Plastic bags
-Walking poles (Optional, must be rubber-tipped)

Hiking equipment is available to rent locally if desired (prices subject to change):

-Walking pole 15 soles each (30 per pair)
-Sleeping bag 45 soles
-Air mattress 45 soles

Laundry

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.

Visas

All countries require a valid passport (with a minimum 6 months validity). Contact your local embassy, or consulate for the most up-to-date visa requirements, or see your travel agent. IT’S YOUR RESPONSIBILITY TO HAVE THE CORRECT TRAVEL DOCUMENTATION.

BRAZIL VISA
Americans, Canadians, Australians and some other nationalities need a tourist visa in order to enter Brazil. Please contact your local Brazilian Embassy to find out if you need to apply for one and for further details. If you are required to have a visa you will need to get one before entering Brazil, otherwise you will be refused entry. Processing fees and time frames depend on each country, but can take 2 weeks or longer, so we advise you to apply for it as early as possible.

COSTS:
US citizens: 160 USD
Australian Citizens: 35 USD
Canadian Citizens: 65 USD

ARGENTINA’S “RECIPROCITY FEE”:
Effective January 7, 2013 all US, Canadian and Australian citizens are required to pay a reciprocity tax in order to enter Argentina. This reciprocity tax must be paid in advance online with a credit card. Cash at the border or airport is not accepted.

ONLINE PAYMENT FORM:
https://virtual.provinciapagos.com.ar/ArgentineTaxes/

INSTRUCTIONS:
http://www.migraciones.gov.ar/pdf_varios/reciprocidad/Online_payment_instructions.pdf

COSTS:
US citizens: 160USD, valid for 10 years
Australian citizens: 100USD, valid for 1 year
Canadian citizens: 92USD for one entry and re-entries from bordering countries within 3 months

Spending Money

Every traveller is different and therefore spending money requirements will vary. Some travellers may drink more than others while other travellers like to purchase more souvenirs than most. Please consider your own spending habits when it comes to allowing for drinks, shopping and tipping. Please also remember the following specific recommendations when planning your trip.

Money Exchange

The currency in Brazil is the Brazilian Real (BRL), in Uruguay the Uruguayan Peso (UYU), in Argentina the Argentine Peso (ARS), in Chile the Chilean Peso (CLP), in Bolivia the Boliviano (BOB), and in Peru the Nuevo Sol (PEN).

Credit cards and debit cards are very useful for cash advances. Visa cards are the most widely accepted cards. While ATMs are widely available, there are no guarantees that your credit or debit cards will actually work in Latin America. Check with your bank.

You should be aware that to purchase products or services on a credit card a fee of 5%-10% usually applies.

Do not rely on credit or debit cards as your only source of money, a combination of US dollar cash and cards is best. Please bear in mind that cost of living in the southern cone countries (Argentina, Brazil, Chile) is much higher than the rest of South America, and in the case of Argentina, more comparable with Europe. Always take more rather than less, as you don’t want to spoil the trip by constantly feeling short of funds.

We do not recommend bringing travellers cheques as they are very difficult to change in country.

CURRENCY EXCHANGE TIP: Please be advised that slightly torn notes, notes that have been heavily marked or are faded may be difficult to exchange. It is best to bring notes in fairly good condition, in denominations lower than 100USD (or equivalent).

As currency exchange rates can fluctuate often we ask that you refer to the following website for daily exchange rates: www.xe.com

Emergency Fund

Please also make sure you have access to at least an additional USD $200 (or equivalent) as an ’emergency’ fund, to be used when circumstances outside our control (ex. a natural disaster) require a change to our planned route. This is a rare occurrence!

Tipping

It is customary in Latin America to tip service providers such as waiters, at approximately 10%, depending on the service. Tipping is an expected – though not compulsory – component of your tour program and an expression of satisfaction with the persons who have assisted you on your tour. Although it may not be customary to you, it is of considerable significance to the people who will take care of you during your travels. There are several times during the trip where there is opportunity to tip the local guides or drivers we use. Recommendations for tipping drivers and local guides would range from $5-10 USD per day depending on the quality and length of the service; ask your CEO for specific recommendations based on the circumstances and culture.

Also at the end of each trip if you felt your G Adventures CEO did an outstanding job, tipping is appreciated. The amount is entirely a personal preference, however as a guideline $20-25 USD per person, per week can be used.

Optional Activities

OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES:

Buenos Aires:
Tango Show 950 ARS
Hop on Hop off Bus 350 ARS
Teatro Colón tour 250 ARS
Interactive Culinary Experience 90 USD
Coastal train 20 ARS
Bike tour – 500 ARS

Colonia:
Golf Car 15 USD per hour

Montevideo:
City Tour (half day) 35 USD
Punta Del Este Tour 50 USD
Bike rental (full day) 15 USD

Iguassu Falls:
Helicopter Tour 350 BRL
Aventuras boat tour 520 ARS
Rafain Show 150 BRL
Paraguay Visit 30 BRL (minimum 5 passengers)
Itaipu Dam 52 BRL (minimum 4 passengers)
Bird park 60 BRL (minimum 4 passengers)

Paraty:
Jeep Tour 80 BRL
Caipirinha Boat 80 BRL
City walking tour 25 BRL – 5pm is the only available time
Kayak Tours 100 BRL
Bike Rental 50 BRL/day
Famous Puppet show 50 BRL
Horseback Riding 130 to 150 BRL (depending on number of passengers)
Trindade Tour 70 BRL – leaves at 10 am

Ilha Grande:
Boat to Lopes Mendes beach 25 BRL
Surf Board Rental at Lopes Mendes 75 BRL
Guided walk to Pico do Papagagio 60 BRL

Rio de Janeiro:
Rio City Tour 185 BRL
Favela Tour 80 BRL
Favela Funk Party 80 BRL
Football Game 100-140+ BRL (depending on the match)
Corcovado 51 BRL low season, 65 high season
Sugar Loaf 62 BRL
Samba show 120 BRL per person without dinner or transfer

San Pedro de Atacama:
Tour Moon Valley $20- 25 USD
Mountain biking $20-25 USD

Potosí:
Silver Mine Tour $21
Casa de la Moneda $3

Sucre:
Dinosaur Footprints tour $5
Hiking $25-35
Mountain biking $18-35

La Paz:
Chacaltaya tour $18
City tour $20
City Tour and Moon Valley $25
Mountain biking $60 – 100
Tiwanaku ruins $17.5
Tiwanaku museum entrance $13
Museum of Pre-Colombian Precious Metals $1
entrance for ticket to four museums Casa de Don Perdo Domingo Murillo enterance included in ticket above

Puno:
Sillustani archaeological site $12

Cusco:
Boleto Turistico (tourist ticket) $25(half ticket) $46(full ticket)
City tour $15 -20
Horseback riding around ruins (with guide) $40
Horseback riding around ruins (without guide) $15
Whitewater rafting $55
Mountain biking $55
Paragliding $95
Bunjee Jumping with transport $80
Inka Museum $3.5 entrance
Quad biking 3 hrs with guide $65 – 4 hrs $75
Sacred Valley Tour with G Adventures-supported women’s weaving co-op $50 approx

Arequipa:
Santa Catalina Museum $10.5 entrance
Juanita Museum $5.4

Nazca:
Flight over the Nazca Lines $90-$100, depending on the airline available.

Pisco:
Ballestas Island tour $10

Lima:
These tours can be booked locally through our Lima office. Please call (1) 719-8866 to reserve your tour and to find out about other available options. All prices are in USD.

Lima City Tour $25
San Francisco Church and catacombs $1.80
Museum of the Nation $3.6
Museum of the Inquisition FREE
Tour colonial and contemporary Lima. – Approx 3 Hrs

Pachacamac $35
Visit the Lost Inca Citadel of Lima. – Approx 3 Hrs

Larco Museum $55
This museum contains the best quality gold and silver collection. – Approx 3 Hrs

Culinary Tour $55
Visit a local market. Learn how to make Ceviche and Pisco Sours like the experts. – Approx 3 Hrs

Ballestas Islands with Huacachina From $180
Enjoy wildlife and history, have lunch in a winery and visit the Huacachina Oasis. – Full day

City Contrasts $25
Visit the other face of Lima, the shanty towns or Pueblos Jovenes. – Approx 3 Hrs

Lima at Night $55
Visit the Magic Circuit of Water, walk through the centre of Lima and savour an included dinner. – Approx 3 Hrs

Palomina Islands $55
Visit the port area of Lima. Spot wildlife and swim with the sea lions. – Approx 5 Hrs (minimum 2)

All prices are per person in US dollars amounts
(unless stated otherwise), and are subject to change as services are provided by third party operators.

Health

Please note inoculations may be required for the country visited. It is your responsibility to consult with your travel doctor for up to date medical travel information well before departure.

You should consult your doctor for up-to-date medical travel information well before departure. We recommend that you carry a First Aid kit and hand sanitizers / antibacterial wipes as well as any personal medical requirements. Please be aware that quite often we are in remote areas and away from medical facilities, and for legal reasons our leaders are prohibited from administering any type of drug including headache tablets, antibiotics, etc. When selecting your trip please carefully read the brochure and itinerary and assess your ability to cope with our style of travel. Please refer to the Physical and Culture Shock ratings for trip specific information. G Adventures reserves the right to exclude any traveller from all or part of a trip without refund if in the reasonable opinion of our CEO they are unable to complete the itinerary without undue risk to themselves and/or the rest of the group.

Please note your Adventure travels to high altitude. This is medically defined as anything over 8,000 feet (2,440 meters). Most people can travel to 8,000 feet with minimal effects. However, everyone reacts to altitude differently and altitude sickness can on set with some people irrespective of fitness and age. For details on how to best prepare and what to do in the unlikely event you are effected on your Adventure, please consult your physician.

Safety and Security

Many national governments provide a regularly updated advice service on safety issues involved with international travel. We recommend that you check your government’s advice for their latest travel information before departure. We strongly recommend the use of a neck wallet or money belt while travelling, for the safe keeping of your passport, air tickets, travellers’ cheques, cash and other valuable items. Leave your valuable jewellery at home – you won’t need it while travelling. Many of the hotels we use have safety deposit boxes, which is the most secure way of storing your valuables. A lock is recommended for securing your luggage. When travelling on a group trip, please note that your CEO has the authority to amend or cancel any part of the trip itinerary if it is deemed necessary due to safety concerns. Your CEO will accompany you on all included activities. During your trip you will have some free time to pursue your own interests, relax and take it easy or explore at your leisure. While your CEO will assist you with options available in a given location please note that any optional activities you undertake are not part of your itinerary, and we offer no representations about the safety of the activity or the standard of the operators running them. Please use your own good judgment when selecting an activity in your free time. Although the cities visited on tour are generally safe during the day, there can be risks to wandering throughout any major city at night. It is our recommendation to stay in small groups and to take taxis to and from restaurants, or during night time excursions.

Protests and Demonstrations- Protests and demonstrations, even those that are well intended, have the potential to turn violent with no warning. Counter protests can also turn violent. Action by security forces to disperse demonstrators and protesters may occur at any time. If you are in an area where demonstrators or protesters are gathering, avoid the temptation of staying for a good photo opportunity and leave the area immediately.

Water based activities have an element of danger and excitement built into them. We recommend only participating in water based activities when accompanied by a guide(s). We make every reasonable effort to ensure the fun and adventurous element of any water based activities (in countries with varying degrees of operating standards) have a balanced approach to safety. It is our policy not to allow our CEOs to make arrangements on your behalf for water based activities that are not accompanied by guide(s).

Swimming, including snorkeling, is always at your own risk.

We take all prudent measures in relation to your safety. For ways to further enhance your personal safety while traveling, please visit:


www.gadventures.com/travel-resources/safety/

Medical Form

Our small group adventures bring together people of all ages. It is very important you are aware that, as a minimum, an average level of fitness and mobility’ is required to undertake our easiest programs. Travellers must be able to walk without the aid of another person, climb 3-4 flights of stairs, step on and off small boats, and carry their own luggage at a minimum. Travellers with a pre-existing medical condition are required to complete a short medical questionnaire, which must be signed by their physician. This is to ensure that travellers have the necessary fitness and mobility to comfortably complete their chosen trip. While our CEOs work hard to ensure that all our travellers are catered for equally, it is not their responsibility to help individuals who cannot complete the day’s activities unaided. Please refer to the physical ratings in this Trip Details document for more information.

The medical questionnaire can be found online at:

www.gadventures.com/medical-form
.

A Couple of Rules

Illegal drugs will not be tolerated on any trips. Possessing or using drugs not only contravenes the laws of the land but also puts the rest of the group at risk. Smoking marijuana and opium is a part of local culture in some parts of the world but is not acceptable for our travellers. Our philosophy of travel is one of respect towards everyone we encounter, and in particular the local people who make the world the special place it is. The exploitation of prostitutes is completely contrary to this philosophy. Our CEOs have the right to expel any member of the group if drugs are found in their possession or if they use prostitutes.

Travel Insurance

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 CEO, who will take note of your insurance details. When selecting a travel insurance policy please bear in mind that all clients must have medical coverage and that we require a minimum coverage of USD 200,000 for repatriation and emergency rescue. We strongly recommend that the policy also covers personal liability, cancellation, curtailment and loss of luggage and personal effects. 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.

Trip Specific Responsible Travel

The Problem
Peru’s tap water is not potable; therefore most visitors and locals alike consume purified water, often from disposable plastic bottles. This results in a large amount of small plastic water bottles being used, most of which are not reused or recycled.

Just taking the example of 15 travellers on one G Adventures trip, if one person consumes 2 bottles a day, and there are 15 people on a 10 day trip, that’s 300 water bottles – just for one group of travellers! As such, there are millions of water bottles used in a year in Peru, and plastic recycling is not an option in most places.

Our Solution
Water dispensers in hotels. Planeterra is working with our partner hotels throughout Peru to provide purified water, by means of a large water dispenser, to their guests, and this of course includes our travellers. Each individual staying at the participating hotels can refill their own bottles from the large water dispenser. This eliminates the need for the daily use and consumption of multiple single-use plastic water bottles.

Planeterra provides the start-up funds to each participating hotel for the purchase of two large water dispensers, and travellers are collaborating by paying about US$2.50, or just under the cost of one large bottle, per day, for access to an unlimited amount of purified water from the dispenser.

Thanks Paula
Paula Quiros, Planeterra Ambassador for Peru, is leading this initiative. As a CEO who has been leading G Adventures trips in Peru for several years, and a passionate naturalist and environmentalist, this has been a personal mission of hers, as well as a Planeterra initiative, to try to eliminate the need for, and use of, single-use plastic water bottles. Thanks to Paula and all of our participating hotels for helping to decrease our impact on Peru’s environment.

Silver Mines in Potosí
Working conditions for miners were appalling, and a large portion of the indigenous population was decimated. African slaves were brought in to replace the native workers, and it is estimated that as many as eight million indigenous and African people died in the mines during the first three centuries of Spanish colonial rule. Unfortunately little has changed throughout time and working conditions have remained the same. Although this is not an excursion for everyone, we do recommend a visit as it is an eye-opening experience that gives you a chance to glimpse the realities of life in the Andes in general and more specifically in these mines however we do not condone the working conditions of the mine.

Planeterra-The G Adventures Foundation

Through our commitment to responsible tourism we have developed the Planeterra Foundation, a non-profit organization dedicated to making a positive difference in the lives of people and communities around the world through support of international charities, local organizations and community projects in the places that we visit on our tours. G Adventures matches all individual donations and pays all administration costs, which means that 100% of each donation is doubled and goes directly to support our projects. For more information about Planeterra and the projects we support, or to make a donation, please visit www.planeterra.org

Planeterra Dollar-A-Day Program
Our Dollar-A-Day Program provides travellers with the opportunity to help us give back to the people and places visited on our tours by donating one dollar per day for the duration of their tour. 100% of these proceeds will go directly to support our G Adventures for Good projects.

To participate in this program please indicate at the time of booking that you would like to participate in G Adventures’ Dollar-A-Day program, either by clicking the check box online, or by advising your G Adventures specialist or travel agent. (Note: Donation will be charged in the currency of your booking)

Feedback

After your travels, we want to hear from you! Your feedback information is so important to us that we’ll give you 5% off the price of your next G Adventures trip if your feedback is completed on-line within 30 days of finishing your trip. Your tour evaluation will be e-mailed to you 24 hours after the conclusion of your trip. If you do not receive the tour evaluation link in the days after your tour has finished, please drop us a line at customerservice@gadventures.com and we will send it on to you.

Newsletter

Our adventure travel e-newsletter is full of travel news, trip information, interesting stories and contests. To avoid missing out on special offers and updates from G Adventures, subscribe at www.gadventures.com/newsletters/

Stay current on how our company invests in our global community through our foundation – Planeterra. Sign up for Planeterra’s monthly news to learn more about how to give back and support the people and places we love to visit.

Travel Forum – The Watering Hole

Be sure to stop by The Watering Hole, our adventure travel forum. If you’re interested in meeting others booked on your upcoming trip, check out the Departure Lounge section of our forum and introduce yourself. Otherwise, just drop in at anytime to share some travel tips, ask questions, meet other travellers and quench your thirst for travel. Our forum is located at wateringhole.gadventures.com.

Max Pax

18

Group Leader

Chief Experience Officer (CEO) throughout, specialist Inca Trail CEO on the hike, local guides.

Meal Budget

Allow USD1260-1640 for meals not included.

Meals Included

35 breakfasts, 7 lunches, 9 dinners

Day 2 Optional Activities

  • Surfing -
  • Snorkelling -
  • Biking -
  • Swimming -

Day 3 Optional Activities

  • Surfing -
  • Diving -
  • Snorkelling -
  • Ilha Grande Boat Excursion -
  • Lopez Mendez Hike -
  • Hike to Pico do Papagaio -

Day 4 Optional Activities

  • Surfing -
  • Diving -
  • Snorkelling -
  • Ilha Grande Boat Excursion -
  • Lopez Mendez Hike -
  • Hike to Pico do Papagaio -

Day 5 Optional Activities

  • Cachaça Distillery Visit -

Day 6 Optional Activities

  • Cachaça Distillery Visit -
  • Paraty Bay Boat Tour -
  • Swimming -
  • Hiking -
  • Horseback Riding -
  • Diving -
  • 4x4 Tour -
  • Caipirinha Boat Tour -
  • Snorkelling -

Day 9 Optional Activities

  • Iguassu Falls Boat Tour -

Day 12 Optional Activities

  • Port Market -
  • Museo del Carnaval -
  • Estadio Centenario Visit -

Day 13 Optional Activities

  • Cycle the Coast -
  • Estadio Centenario Visit -
  • Day Trip to Punta del Este -
  • Port Market -

Day 14 Optional Activities

  • Golf Cart Rental -

Day 16 Optional Activities

  • Tango Dinner Show -
  • Buenos Aires Guided City Tour -
  • Buenos Aires Bike Tour -

Day 17 Optional Activities

  • Buenos Aires Guided City Tour -
  • Tango Dinner Show -
  • Optional Welcome Meeting for Travellers on Combos -

Day 18 Optional Activities

  • Peña Folklore Show -

Day 19 Optional Activities

  • Quebrada de las Conchas -
  • Cafayate Full Day Tour -
  • Museum of High Altitude Archeology -
  • Horseback Riding -

Day 21 Optional Activities

  • Mountain Biking -
  • Horseback Riding -
  • Valley of the Moon Visit -
  • Sandboarding -

Day 26 Optional Activities

  • Silver Mine Tour -

Day 27 Optional Activities

  • Textile Cooperative Visit -
  • Mountain Biking -
  • Hiking -

Day 28 Optional Activities

  • Textile Cooperative Visit -
  • Mountain Biking -
  • Hiking -

Day 29 Optional Activities

  • Textile Cooperative Visit -
  • Mountain Biking -
  • Hiking -

Day 30 Optional Activities

  • Valley of the Moon Tour -
  • Chacaltaya Visit -

Day 31 Optional Activities

  • Valley of the Moon Tour -
  • Witches' Market Visit -
  • Tiahuanaco Ruins Visit -
  • Chacaltaya Visit -
  • Optional Welcome Meeting for Travellers on Combos -

Day 34 Optional Activities

  • Sillustani Burial Towers Tour -

Day 36 Optional Activities

  • Cusco City Tour -
  • Horseback Riding -
  • Whitewater Rafting Urubamba -
  • Cusco Cathedral Visit -
  • La Compañía Visit -
  • La Merced Visit -
  • San Francisco Visit -
  • Coricancha and Santo Domingo Visit -
  • Archaeological Museum Visit -

Day 37 Optional Activities

  • Sacred Valley Tour -
  • Ccaccaccollo Community and Women's Weaving Co-op visit -
  • Ollantaytambo Ruins Guided Tour -

Day 42 Optional Activities

  • Whitewater Rafting Urubamba -
  • Mountain Biking -
  • Horseback Riding -

Day 44 Optional Activities

  • Santa Catalina Monastery Visit -
  • Arequipa City Tour -

Day 45 Optional Activities

  • Hot Springs -

Day 46 Optional Activities

  • Hot Springs -

Day 48 Optional Activities

  • Flight over Nazca Lines -
  • Nazca Desert Cemetery and Potter's Studio Guided Tour -

Day 49 Optional Activities

  • Sandboarding in Ica -

Day 50 Optional Activities

  • Ballestas Islands Trip -

Day 2 Optional Activities

  • Surfing -
  • Snorkelling -
  • Biking -
  • Swimming -

Day 3 Optional Activities

  • Surfing -
  • Diving -
  • Snorkelling -
  • Ilha Grande Boat Excursion -
  • Lopez Mendez Hike -
  • Hike to Pico do Papagaio -

Day 4 Optional Activities

  • Surfing -
  • Diving -
  • Snorkelling -
  • Ilha Grande Boat Excursion -
  • Lopez Mendez Hike -
  • Hike to Pico do Papagaio -

Day 5 Optional Activities

  • Cachaça Distillery Visit -

Day 6 Optional Activities

  • Cachaça Distillery Visit -
  • Paraty Bay Boat Tour -
  • Swimming -
  • Hiking -
  • Horseback Riding -
  • Diving -
  • 4x4 Tour -
  • Caipirinha Boat Tour -
  • Snorkelling -

Day 9 Optional Activities

  • Iguassu Falls Boat Tour -

Day 12 Optional Activities

  • Port Market -
  • Museo del Carnaval -
  • Estadio Centenario Visit -

Day 13 Optional Activities

  • Cycle the Coast -
  • Estadio Centenario Visit -
  • Day Trip to Punta del Este -
  • Port Market -

Day 14 Optional Activities

  • Golf Cart Rental -

Day 16 Optional Activities

  • Tango Dinner Show -
  • Buenos Aires Guided City Tour -
  • Buenos Aires Bike Tour -

Day 17 Optional Activities

  • Buenos Aires Guided City Tour -
  • Tango Dinner Show -
  • Optional Welcome Meeting for Travellers on Combos -

Day 18 Optional Activities

  • Peña Folklore Show -

Day 19 Optional Activities

  • Quebrada de las Conchas -
  • Cafayate Full Day Tour -
  • Museum of High Altitude Archeology -
  • Horseback Riding -

Day 21 Optional Activities

  • Mountain Biking -
  • Horseback Riding -
  • Valley of the Moon Visit -
  • Sandboarding -

Day 26 Optional Activities

  • Silver Mine Tour -

Day 27 Optional Activities

  • Textile Cooperative Visit -
  • Mountain Biking -
  • Hiking -

Day 28 Optional Activities

  • Textile Cooperative Visit -
  • Mountain Biking -
  • Hiking -

Day 29 Optional Activities

  • Textile Cooperative Visit -
  • Mountain Biking -
  • Hiking -

Day 30 Optional Activities

  • Valley of the Moon Tour -
  • Chacaltaya Visit -

Day 31 Optional Activities

  • Valley of the Moon Tour -
  • Witches' Market Visit -
  • Tiahuanaco Ruins Visit -
  • Chacaltaya Visit -
  • Optional Welcome Meeting for Travellers on Combos -

Day 34 Optional Activities

  • Sillustani Burial Towers Tour -

Day 36 Optional Activities

  • Cusco City Tour -
  • Horseback Riding -
  • Whitewater Rafting Urubamba -
  • Cusco Cathedral Visit -
  • La Compañía Visit -
  • La Merced Visit -
  • San Francisco Visit -
  • Coricancha and Santo Domingo Visit -
  • Archaeological Museum Visit -

Day 37 Optional Activities

  • Sacred Valley Tour -
  • Ccaccaccollo Community and Women's Weaving Co-op visit -
  • Ollantaytambo Ruins Guided Tour -

Day 41 Optional Activities

  • Inca Bridge Visit -

Day 42 Optional Activities

  • Whitewater Rafting Urubamba -
  • Mountain Biking -
  • Horseback Riding -

Day 44 Optional Activities

  • Santa Catalina Monastery Visit -
  • Arequipa City Tour -

Day 45 Optional Activities

  • Hot Springs -

Day 46 Optional Activities

  • Hot Springs -

Day 48 Optional Activities

  • Flight over Nazca Lines -
  • Nazca Desert Cemetery and Potter's Studio Guided Tour -

Day 49 Optional Activities

  • Sandboarding in Ica -

Day 50 Optional Activities

  • Ballestas Islands Trip -

Day 2 Optional Activities

  • Surfing -
  • Snorkelling -
  • Biking -
  • Swimming -

Day 3 Optional Activities

  • Surfing -
  • Diving -
  • Snorkelling -
  • Ilha Grande Boat Excursion -
  • Lopez Mendez Hike -
  • Hike to Pico do Papagaio -

Day 4 Optional Activities

  • Surfing -
  • Diving -
  • Snorkelling -
  • Ilha Grande Boat Excursion -
  • Lopez Mendez Hike -
  • Hike to Pico do Papagaio -

Day 5 Optional Activities

  • Cachaça Distillery Visit -

Day 6 Optional Activities

  • Cachaça Distillery Visit -
  • Paraty Bay Boat Tour -
  • Swimming -
  • Hiking -
  • Horseback Riding -
  • Diving -
  • 4x4 Tour -
  • Caipirinha Boat Tour -
  • Snorkelling -

Day 9 Optional Activities

  • Iguassu Falls Boat Tour -

Day 12 Optional Activities

  • Port Market -
  • Museo del Carnaval -
  • Estadio Centenario Visit -

Day 13 Optional Activities

  • Cycle the Coast -
  • Estadio Centenario Visit -
  • Day Trip to Punta del Este -
  • Port Market -

Day 14 Optional Activities

  • Golf Cart Rental -

Day 16 Optional Activities

  • Tango Dinner Show -
  • Buenos Aires Guided City Tour -
  • Buenos Aires Bike Tour -

Day 17 Optional Activities

  • Buenos Aires Guided City Tour -
  • Tango Dinner Show -
  • Optional Welcome Meeting for Travellers on Combos -

Day 18 Optional Activities

  • Peña Folklore Show -

Day 19 Optional Activities

  • Quebrada de las Conchas -
  • Cafayate Full Day Tour -
  • Museum of High Altitude Archeology -
  • Horseback Riding -

Day 21 Optional Activities

  • Mountain Biking -
  • Horseback Riding -
  • Valley of the Moon Visit -
  • Sandboarding -

Day 26 Optional Activities

  • Silver Mine Tour -

Day 27 Optional Activities

  • Textile Cooperative Visit -
  • Mountain Biking -
  • Hiking -

Day 28 Optional Activities

  • Textile Cooperative Visit -
  • Mountain Biking -
  • Hiking -

Day 29 Optional Activities

  • Textile Cooperative Visit -
  • Mountain Biking -
  • Hiking -

Day 30 Optional Activities

  • Valley of the Moon Tour -
  • Chacaltaya Visit -

Day 31 Optional Activities

  • Valley of the Moon Tour -
  • Witches' Market Visit -
  • Tiahuanaco Ruins Visit -
  • Chacaltaya Visit -
  • Optional Welcome Meeting for Travellers on Combos -

Day 34 Optional Activities

  • Sillustani Burial Towers Tour -

Day 36 Optional Activities

  • Cusco City Tour -
  • Horseback Riding -
  • Whitewater Rafting Urubamba -
  • Cusco Cathedral Visit -
  • La Compañía Visit -
  • La Merced Visit -
  • San Francisco Visit -
  • Coricancha and Santo Domingo Visit -
  • Archaeological Museum Visit -

Day 37 Optional Activities

  • Sacred Valley Tour -
  • Ccaccaccollo Community and Women's Weaving Co-op visit -
  • Ollantaytambo Ruins Guided Tour -

Day 41 Optional Activities

  • Inca Bridge Visit -

Day 42 Optional Activities

  • Whitewater Rafting Urubamba -
  • Mountain Biking -
  • Horseback Riding -

Day 44 Optional Activities

  • Santa Catalina Monastery Visit -
  • Arequipa City Tour -

Day 45 Optional Activities

  • Hot Springs -

Day 46 Optional Activities

  • Hot Springs -

Day 48 Optional Activities

  • Flight over Nazca Lines -
  • Nazca Desert Cemetery and Potter's Studio Guided Tour -

Day 49 Optional Activities

  • Sandboarding in Ica -

Day 50 Optional Activities

  • Ballestas Islands Trip -

Day 2 Optional Activities

  • Surfing -
  • Snorkelling -
  • Biking -
  • Swimming -

Day 3 Optional Activities

  • Surfing -
  • Diving -
  • Snorkelling -
  • Ilha Grande Boat Excursion -
  • Lopez Mendez Hike -
  • Hike to Pico do Papagaio -

Day 4 Optional Activities

  • Surfing -
  • Diving -
  • Snorkelling -
  • Ilha Grande Boat Excursion -
  • Lopez Mendez Hike -
  • Hike to Pico do Papagaio -

Day 5 Optional Activities

  • Cachaça Distillery Visit -

Day 6 Optional Activities

  • Cachaça Distillery Visit -
  • Paraty Bay Boat Tour -
  • Swimming -
  • Hiking -
  • Horseback Riding -
  • Diving -
  • 4x4 Tour -
  • Caipirinha Boat Tour -
  • Snorkelling -

Day 9 Optional Activities

  • Iguassu Falls Boat Tour -

Day 12 Optional Activities

  • Port Market -
  • Museo del Carnaval -
  • Estadio Centenario Visit -

Day 13 Optional Activities

  • Cycle the Coast -
  • Estadio Centenario Visit -
  • Day Trip to Punta del Este -
  • Port Market -

Day 14 Optional Activities

  • Golf Cart Rental -

Day 16 Optional Activities

  • Tango Dinner Show -
  • Buenos Aires Guided City Tour -
  • Buenos Aires Bike Tour -

Day 17 Optional Activities

  • Buenos Aires Guided City Tour -
  • Tango Dinner Show -
  • Optional Welcome Meeting for Travellers on Combos -

Day 18 Optional Activities

  • Peña Folklore Show -

Day 19 Optional Activities

  • Quebrada de las Conchas -
  • Cafayate Full Day Tour -
  • Museum of High Altitude Archeology -
  • Horseback Riding -

Day 21 Optional Activities

  • Mountain Biking -
  • Horseback Riding -
  • Valley of the Moon Visit -
  • Sandboarding -

Day 26 Optional Activities

  • Silver Mine Tour -

Day 27 Optional Activities

  • Textile Cooperative Visit -
  • Mountain Biking -
  • Hiking -

Day 28 Optional Activities

  • Textile Cooperative Visit -
  • Mountain Biking -
  • Hiking -

Day 29 Optional Activities

  • Textile Cooperative Visit -
  • Mountain Biking -
  • Hiking -

Day 30 Optional Activities

  • Valley of the Moon Tour -
  • Chacaltaya Visit -

Day 31 Optional Activities

  • Valley of the Moon Tour -
  • Witches' Market Visit -
  • Tiahuanaco Ruins Visit -
  • Chacaltaya Visit -
  • Optional Welcome Meeting for Travellers on Combos -

Day 34 Optional Activities

  • Sillustani Burial Towers Tour -

Day 36 Optional Activities

  • Cusco City Tour -
  • Horseback Riding -
  • Whitewater Rafting Urubamba -
  • Cusco Cathedral Visit -
  • La Compañía Visit -
  • La Merced Visit -
  • San Francisco Visit -
  • Coricancha and Santo Domingo Visit -
  • Archaeological Museum Visit -

Day 37 Optional Activities

  • Sacred Valley Tour -
  • Ccaccaccollo Community and Women's Weaving Co-op visit -
  • Ollantaytambo Ruins Guided Tour -

Day 42 Optional Activities

  • Whitewater Rafting Urubamba -
  • Mountain Biking -
  • Horseback Riding -

Day 44 Optional Activities

  • Santa Catalina Monastery Visit -
  • Arequipa City Tour -

Day 45 Optional Activities

  • Hot Springs -

Day 46 Optional Activities

  • Hot Springs -

Day 48 Optional Activities

  • Flight over Nazca Lines -
  • Nazca Desert Cemetery and Potter's Studio Guided Tour -

Day 49 Optional Activities

  • Sandboarding in Ica -

Day 50 Optional Activities

  • Ballestas Islands Trip -

Day 2 Optional Activities

  • Surfing -
  • Snorkelling -
  • Biking -
  • Swimming -

Day 3 Optional Activities

  • Surfing -
  • Diving -
  • Snorkelling -
  • Ilha Grande Boat Excursion -
  • Lopez Mendez Hike -
  • Hike to Pico do Papagaio -

Day 4 Optional Activities

  • Surfing -
  • Diving -
  • Snorkelling -
  • Ilha Grande Boat Excursion -
  • Lopez Mendez Hike -
  • Hike to Pico do Papagaio -

Day 5 Optional Activities

  • Cachaça Distillery Visit -

Day 6 Optional Activities

  • Cachaça Distillery Visit -
  • Paraty Bay Boat Tour -
  • Swimming -
  • Hiking -
  • Horseback Riding -
  • Diving -
  • 4x4 Tour -
  • Caipirinha Boat Tour -
  • Snorkelling -

Day 9 Optional Activities

  • Iguassu Falls Boat Tour -

Day 12 Optional Activities

  • Port Market -
  • Museo del Carnaval -
  • Estadio Centenario Visit -

Day 13 Optional Activities

  • Cycle the Coast -
  • Estadio Centenario Visit -
  • Day Trip to Punta del Este -
  • Port Market -

Day 14 Optional Activities

  • Golf Cart Rental -

Day 16 Optional Activities

  • Tango Dinner Show -
  • Buenos Aires Guided City Tour -
  • Buenos Aires Bike Tour -

Day 17 Optional Activities

  • Buenos Aires Guided City Tour -
  • Tango Dinner Show -
  • Optional Welcome Meeting for Travellers on Combos -

Day 18 Optional Activities

  • Peña Folklore Show -

Day 19 Optional Activities

  • Quebrada de las Conchas -
  • Cafayate Full Day Tour -
  • Museum of High Altitude Archeology -
  • Horseback Riding -

Day 21 Optional Activities

  • Mountain Biking -
  • Horseback Riding -
  • Valley of the Moon Visit -
  • Sandboarding -

Day 26 Optional Activities

  • Silver Mine Tour -

Day 27 Optional Activities

  • Textile Cooperative Visit -
  • Mountain Biking -
  • Hiking -

Day 28 Optional Activities

  • Textile Cooperative Visit -
  • Mountain Biking -
  • Hiking -

Day 29 Optional Activities

  • Textile Cooperative Visit -
  • Mountain Biking -
  • Hiking -

Day 30 Optional Activities

  • Valley of the Moon Tour -
  • Chacaltaya Visit -

Day 31 Optional Activities

  • Valley of the Moon Tour -
  • Witches' Market Visit -
  • Tiahuanaco Ruins Visit -
  • Chacaltaya Visit -
  • Optional Welcome Meeting for Travellers on Combos -

Day 34 Optional Activities

  • Sillustani Burial Towers Tour -

Day 36 Optional Activities

  • Cusco City Tour -
  • Horseback Riding -
  • Whitewater Rafting Urubamba -
  • Cusco Cathedral Visit -
  • La Compañía Visit -
  • La Merced Visit -
  • San Francisco Visit -
  • Coricancha and Santo Domingo Visit -
  • Archaeological Museum Visit -

Day 37 Optional Activities

  • Sacred Valley Tour -
  • Ccaccaccollo Community and Women's Weaving Co-op visit -
  • Ollantaytambo Ruins Guided Tour -

Day 41 Optional Activities

  • Inca Bridge Visit -

Day 42 Optional Activities

  • Whitewater Rafting Urubamba -
  • Mountain Biking -
  • Horseback Riding -

Day 44 Optional Activities

  • Santa Catalina Monastery Visit -
  • Arequipa City Tour -

Day 45 Optional Activities

  • Hot Springs -

Day 46 Optional Activities

  • Hot Springs -

Day 48 Optional Activities

  • Flight over Nazca Lines -
  • Nazca Desert Cemetery and Potter's Studio Guided Tour -

Day 49 Optional Activities

  • Sandboarding in Ica -

Day 50 Optional Activities

  • Ballestas Islands Trip -

Day 2 Optional Activities

  • Surfing -
  • Snorkelling -
  • Biking -
  • Swimming -

Day 3 Optional Activities

  • Surfing -
  • Diving -
  • Snorkelling -
  • Ilha Grande Boat Excursion -
  • Lopez Mendez Hike -
  • Hike to Pico do Papagaio -

Day 4 Optional Activities

  • Surfing -
  • Diving -
  • Snorkelling -
  • Ilha Grande Boat Excursion -
  • Lopez Mendez Hike -
  • Hike to Pico do Papagaio -

Day 5 Optional Activities

  • Cachaça Distillery Visit -

Day 6 Optional Activities

  • Cachaça Distillery Visit -
  • Paraty Bay Boat Tour -
  • Swimming -
  • Hiking -
  • Horseback Riding -
  • Diving -
  • 4x4 Tour -
  • Caipirinha Boat Tour -
  • Snorkelling -

Day 9 Optional Activities

  • Iguassu Falls Boat Tour -

Day 12 Optional Activities

  • Port Market -
  • Museo del Carnaval -
  • Estadio Centenario Visit -

Day 13 Optional Activities

  • Cycle the Coast -
  • Estadio Centenario Visit -
  • Day Trip to Punta del Este -
  • Port Market -

Day 14 Optional Activities

  • Golf Cart Rental -

Day 16 Optional Activities

  • Tango Dinner Show -
  • Buenos Aires Guided City Tour -
  • Buenos Aires Bike Tour -

Day 17 Optional Activities

  • Buenos Aires Guided City Tour -
  • Tango Dinner Show -
  • Optional Welcome Meeting for Travellers on Combos -

Day 18 Optional Activities

  • Peña Folklore Show -

Day 19 Optional Activities

  • Quebrada de las Conchas -
  • Cafayate Full Day Tour -
  • Museum of High Altitude Archeology -
  • Horseback Riding -

Day 21 Optional Activities

  • Mountain Biking -
  • Horseback Riding -
  • Valley of the Moon Visit -
  • Sandboarding -

Day 26 Optional Activities

  • Silver Mine Tour -

Day 27 Optional Activities

  • Textile Cooperative Visit -
  • Mountain Biking -
  • Hiking -

Day 28 Optional Activities

  • Textile Cooperative Visit -
  • Mountain Biking -
  • Hiking -

Day 29 Optional Activities

  • Textile Cooperative Visit -
  • Mountain Biking -
  • Hiking -

Day 30 Optional Activities

  • Valley of the Moon Tour -
  • Chacaltaya Visit -

Day 31 Optional Activities

  • Valley of the Moon Tour -
  • Witches' Market Visit -
  • Tiahuanaco Ruins Visit -
  • Chacaltaya Visit -
  • Optional Welcome Meeting for Travellers on Combos -

Day 34 Optional Activities

  • Sillustani Burial Towers Tour -

Day 36 Optional Activities

  • Cusco City Tour -
  • Horseback Riding -
  • Whitewater Rafting Urubamba -
  • Cusco Cathedral Visit -
  • La Compañía Visit -
  • La Merced Visit -
  • San Francisco Visit -
  • Coricancha and Santo Domingo Visit -
  • Archaeological Museum Visit -

Day 37 Optional Activities

  • Sacred Valley Tour -
  • Ccaccaccollo Community and Women's Weaving Co-op visit -
  • Ollantaytambo Ruins Guided Tour -

Day 41 Optional Activities

  • Inca Bridge Visit -

Day 42 Optional Activities

  • Whitewater Rafting Urubamba -
  • Mountain Biking -
  • Horseback Riding -

Day 44 Optional Activities

  • Santa Catalina Monastery Visit -
  • Arequipa City Tour -

Day 45 Optional Activities

  • Hot Springs -

Day 46 Optional Activities

  • Hot Springs -

Day 48 Optional Activities

  • Flight over Nazca Lines -
  • Nazca Desert Cemetery and Potter's Studio Guided Tour -

Day 49 Optional Activities

  • Sandboarding in Ica -

Day 50 Optional Activities

  • Ballestas Islands Trip -

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