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Viva South America
67 days Quito to Santiago
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Stroll between the Old Town and New Town in Quito, Walk through the lush rainforest of the Amazon Jungle, Knock back a Pisco Sour in Pisco, Unravel the riddle of the Nazca Lines, Hike in the Colca Canyon, Trek the Inca Trail, Discover the salt plains of Salar de Uyuni, Get down to some jazz in Santiago, Chill-out on the beaches of Puerto Varas
Uncover the hidden gems and vibrant cultures on this South American adventure. Enjoy landscapes as diverse as the lush Amazonian jungle and sandy beaches of Peru, travel across vast altiplano and soaring Andean mountains, and mix with local people off-the-beaten-track. Throw in a few happening Latin cities with a wild nightlife - and highlights such as the Inca Trail trek to Machu Picchu - and you've got one unforgettable overland journey.
Physical Rating: 4
Culture Shock Rating: 4
Accommodation: Simple hotels (55 nts) some are multishare, overnight buses (5 nts), camping (3 nts), jungle lodge (2 nts), homestay (1 nt)
Transportation: Train, local bus, walking, minivan
Trip Style: Intrepid Basix
Group Size: Maximum of 16 travellers per group
Departure: Departure is guaranteed
Budget: Allow for meals not included.
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| Details | | Intrepid Travel | | | | Day | Destination | Description | | Days 1-2 | Quito | Explore the differences between the charming Old City and elegant New City in picturesque Quito. | | Days 3-4 | Amazon Jungle | A mission to find El Dorado drew early explorers into the Amazon and they were amazed at the abundant plant and animal life within. | | Days 5-7 | Banos | There are plenty of opportunities to get active in this town, famous for its steaming thermal springs. | | Days 8-9 | Cuenca | Shop for a Panama hat in this town of cobblestone streets. | | Days 10-14 | Mancora/Trujillo | Visit the busy port city of Trujillo, from where it is possible to take excursions to the ruined city of Chan Chan or to the resort town of Huanchaco. | | Days 15-16 | Lima | The cosmopolitan areas of frenetic Lima are home to a wild nightlife. | | Day 17 | Pisco | Down a Pisco Sour in this important port town. | | Days 18-19 | Nazca | Have an eerie desert adventure with visits to an ancient cemetery and the Nazca Lines. | | Days 20-22 | Arequipa/Colca Canyon | Hiking is the best way to see this amazing canyon. | | Days 23-25 | Cuzco/Ollantaytambo | Explore the Sacred Valley, and adjust to the high altitudes in Cuzco. | | Days 26-30 | Inca Trail | Machu Picchu is the ultimate goal of this challenging mountain trek. | | Days 31-33 | Lake Titicaca | A visit to the floating Uros islands is a fascinating excursion. | | Days 34-37 | La Paz | Check out the nightlife in buzzing La Paz. | | Days 38-39 | Cochabamba | Tropical flowers abound in pretty Cochabamba. | | Days 40-41 | Sucre | White-washed Sucre is Bolivia's White City and the official capital. | | Days 42-43 | Potosi | Explore this old silver mining town - above or below ground. | | Days 44-46 | Salar de Uyuni | Bright blue skies meet the blinding salt plain to create a dazzling effect. | | Days 47-50 | San Pedro de Atacama | There is a sense of history in the shady plazas and crumbling walls here. | | Days 51-52 | La Serena | Take an optional tour to the Valle Elqui, famous for its mystical energy, or relax on the beach. | | Days 53-57 | Santiago | Get down to some jazz in Santiago. | | Days 58-60 | Pucon | Why not try fly fishing in active Pucon? | | Days 61-62 | Puerto Varas | Hit the beaches to relax or take the chance to boat over to gorgeous Isla Loreley. | | Days 63-65 | Bariloche | The forests in the national park area of Bariloche are known for their excellent hiking and walking trails. | | Days 66-67 | Buenos Aires | It takes two to tango in passionate Buenos Aires. |
| | * The prices listed are based on the costs and exchange rates current at the time of pricing. Intrepid reserves the right to alter these prices at any time. For trips departing between 01 January 2008 and 31 December 2008, the land price of your trip is guaranteed when you have paid in full. For trips departing beyond 31 December 2008, prices are indicative only. The itineraries and dates are applicable from 01 January 2008 until 31 December 2008. Beyond 31 December 2008 dates and itineraries are indicative only and are subject to change. All information in this brochure is accurate to the best of our knowledge at the time of printing, but please note that changes to our trips (which can be significant) can and do occur. Intrepid will make every effort to keep you informed of any changes, but cannot be held liable for any alterations made to the published itineraries. Please refer to our website for the most recent update to any trip. Please note that these conditions apply to Intrepid group trips only. Variations may apply for Intrepid Independent trips.
Loss of monies paid applies to all cancelled reservations. The date of trip cancellation is the date on which the written cancellation is received by Intrepid.
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