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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.

Call (800) 395-9550 for more information or to book today! Mention code 6602692

Tour Operator

Intrepid Travel

Duration

67 Days

Escorted

Escorted - Yes

Itinerary

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.

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.