Andes, Iguassu & Beyond

Multi-Day Trip

Andes, Iguassu & Beyond

South America18 daysCode: SCSR
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This tour is designed for anyone looking for the most incredible natural and cultural highlights of southern South America. Spend 18 days exploring the cultures of Chile and Argentina with the Andes as your perfectly picturesque backdrop. Get active in the adventure-sport-lover's paradise of Pucón, Chile and then stand in the mist of majestic Iguassu Falls, before moving on to find out once and for all why Rio de Janeiro is the cultural icon it's become. Enjoy free time to explore this amazing city. Don't leave any adventure-stone unturned; do it all.

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Andes, Iguassu & Beyond
Andes, Iguassu & Beyond
Andes, Iguassu & Beyond
Andes, Iguassu & Beyond
Andes, Iguassu & Beyond

Day-by-day itinerary

  1. Day 1Santiago

    Arrive at any time.

    Santiago

  2. Day 2Santiago

    Explore some of Santiago's neighbourhoods on a city tour, visit the Museum of Memory and try some local specialties. Enjoy a free afternoon in Santiago. Perfect for visiting museums, shopping, or taking the funicular up San Cristóbal Hill.

    Santiago

  3. Day 3Valparaiso/Santiago

    Travel to Valparaíso for a morning spent soaking in the city's vibrant atmosphere and colorful hills. Later, we’ll transition to the Casablanca Valley to visit a premier winery and indulge in a wine tasting. Upon returning to Santiago, board the overnight bus to Pucón.

    Valparaíso → Santiago

  4. Day 4Pucón

    Enjoy free time in Pucon, try whitewater rafting or explore the area by foot.

    Pucón

  5. Day 5Pucón

    Enjoy another free day to take part in the many activities on offer in Pucón. Opt to hike Villarica volcano (it's active!) or soak in the nearby natural thermal pools.

    Pucón

  6. Day 6Pucón/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.

    Pucón → San Carlos de Bariloche

  7. Day 7San 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.

    San Carlos de Bariloche

  8. Day 8San 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.

    San Carlos de Bariloche

  9. Day 9San Carlos de Bariloche/Buenos Aires

    Fly to Buenos Aires. Opt to enjoy a Tango show and dinner.

    San Carlos de Bariloche → Buenos Aires

  10. Day 10Buenos Aires

    Enjoy a free day to explore beautiful Buenos Aires. pre book a city bike tour, or an evening Tango experience for the true Buenos Aires experience.

    Buenos Aires

  11. Day 11Buenos Aires/Foz do Iguaçu

    Fly to Iguassu (Argentinean Side) of the falls and visit the G Adventures-supported Jasy Pora community in the lush Misiones rainforest region. Guided by a local expert, learn more about this Indigenous community and their harmonious relationship to the environment. Afterwards, 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.

    Buenos Aires → Foz do Iguaçu

  12. Day 12Foz do Iguaçu

    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.

    Foz do Iguaçu

  13. Day 13Foz do Iguaçu/Paraty

    Fly to São 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.

    Foz do Iguaçu → Paraty

  14. Day 14Paraty

    Enjoy a free day to explore Paraty. Opt to visit the cachaça distilleries or take a boat into the bay to explore the nearby islands and beaches.

    Paraty

  15. Day 15Paraty/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.

    Paraty → Ilha Grande

  16. Day 16Ilha 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.

    Ilha Grande

  17. Day 17Ilha Grande/Rio de Janeiro

    Carry on by ferry and van to Rio de Janeiro.

    Ilha Grande → Rio de Janeiro

  18. Day 18Rio de Janeiro

    Depart at any time.

    Rio de Janeiro

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