Coast and Culture
55 days Quito to Santiago
Experience the wilds of the Amazon, Camp out on the challenging Inca Trail to Machu Picchu, Go wild in the markets of La Paz, Lie back and appreciate the magical night sky in San Pedro de Atacama
This epic journey takes in the sights and delights of South America, covering four countries with distinct cultures and landscapes. Travel overland from Quito to Santiago, enjoying highlights such as an Amazon Jungle adventure and the challenging Inca Trail trek. Get off the beaten path with visits to an outdoor sports mecca in Ecuador, the rural villages of Peru, an underground mine in Bolivia and a desert town in Chile. Cap it all off with stops in the vibrant cities to soak up the Latin American party vibe and several chances to relax by the beach. This cross-continent adventure really does have it all.
Physical Rating: 4
Culture Shock Rating: 4
Accommodation: Simple hotels (45 nts) some are multishare, overnight coach (3 nts), camping (3 nts), jungle lodge (2 nts), homestay (1 nt)
Transportation: Train, local bus, walking, overnight coach, minivan
Trip Style: Intrepid Basix
Group Size: Maximum of 16 travellers per group
Departure: Departure is guaranteed
Budget: Allow USD $1000 for meals not included.
This epic journey takes in the sights and delights of South America, covering four countries with distinct cultures and landscapes. Travel overland from Quito to Santiago, enjoying highlights such as an Amazon Jungle adventure and the challenging Inca Trail trek. Get off the beaten path with visits to an outdoor sports mecca in Ecuador, the rural villages of Peru, an underground mine in Bolivia and a desert town in Chile. Cap it all off with stops in the vibrant cities to soak up the Latin American party vibe and several chances to relax by the beach. This cross-continent adventure really does have it all.
Physical Rating: 4
Culture Shock Rating: 4
Accommodation: Simple hotels (45 nts) some are multishare, overnight coach (3 nts), camping (3 nts), jungle lodge (2 nts), homestay (1 nt)
Transportation: Train, local bus, walking, overnight coach, minivan
Trip Style: Intrepid Basix
Group Size: Maximum of 16 travellers per group
Departure: Departure is guaranteed
Budget: Allow USD $1000 for meals not included.
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- Tour Operator
- Intrepid Travel
- Duration
- 55 Days
- Escorted
- Escorted - Yes
| Day | Destination | Description |
| Days 1-2 | Quito | Quito's charm lies in its colonial centre. |
| Days 3-4 | Amazon Jungle | Stay in environmentally-friendly accommodation and explore the Amazon with knowledgeable local guides. |
| Days 5-7 | Banos | Try mountain biking or rafting. |
| Days 8-9 | Cuenca | Visit beautiful colonial buildings. |
| Days 10-14 | Mancora/Trujillo | Chill-out on some of Peru's best beaches. |
| Days 15-16 | Lima | Take in a museum or head to the coast for seafood. |
| Day 17 | Pisco | Stroll down the pedestrian avenue of Pisco, gateway to the Paracas National Reserve. |
| Days 18-19 | Nazca | Marvel at the Nazca Lines. |
| Days 20-22 | Arequipa/Colca Canyon | Explore this mammoth canyon and its villages. |
| Days 23-25 | Cuzco/Ollantaytambo | See ruins in the Sacred Valley town of Ollantaytambo. |
| Days 26-30 | Inca Trail/Cuzco | Camp out on this challenging hike to Machu Picchu. |
| Days 31-33 | Puno/Lake Titicaca | Discover folklore or cruise the lake. |
| Days 34-37 | La Paz | Hit the Witches' Market for herbs and potions. |
| Days 38-39 | Cochabamba | Take in views over the city and surrounding mountains. |
| Days 40-41 | Sucre | Explore this dazzling city. |
| Days 42-43 | Potosi | Visit a working mine. |
| Days 44-46 | Salar de Uyuni | The volcanoes and salt plains are sure to impress, as will llamas and flamingos. |
| Days 47-50 | San Pedro de Atacama | Check out the cactus roof on the Iglesia de San Pedro. |
| Days 51-52 | La Serena | Snooze, sunbathe or swim on the beaches of La Serena, one of Chile's oldest cities. |
| Days 53-55 | Santiago | Parks, museums, shops, markets and a hectic party scene await in the bustling city of Santiago. |
- Dates/Pricing
- Disclaimer
- * The prices listed are based on the costs and exchange rates current at the time of printing/posting. Intrepid reserves the right to alter these prices at any time. For trips departing between 01 January 2007 and 31 December 2007, the land price of your trip is guaranteed when you have paid in full. For trips departing beyond 31 December 2007, prices are indicative only. The itineraries and dates online and in our printed brochures are applicable from 01 January 2007 until 31 December 2007. Beyond 31 December 2007 dates and itineraries are indicative only and are subject to change. All information is accurate to the best of our knowledge at time of printing/posting, 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. Please ask your Travel Agent about our full Booking and Cancellation Conditions.
