Backbone of the Inca Empire
79 days
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This 79 day overland tour journeys from Cartagena to Santiago through Argentina, Bolivia, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru
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Overview
Trip type
Group Tour
Lodging level
Camping
Physical level
Strenuous
Trip pace
Balanced schedule
Highlights
- Trek the Classic Inca trail to Machu Picchu Or, take the Wild Andes Trek for a truly unique perspective, Or even the train package with no trekking
- Drive to the Cristo Redenter and pass through stunning Andean mountains
- Camp out in the desert with dune buggies and sand boarding
- 3 night stay in a community run eco lodge to explore the Amazon Jungle
- Guided trek through spectacular Cocora Valley
- Visit the equator monument en-route to Quito
- Go white water rafting, canyoning or trekking in Banos
- Try horse back riding or mountain biking around the stunning landscape
- Visit the crater lake of Quilotoa
- Boat trip to the Ballestas islands to view wildlife
What's this trip about?
This 79 day overland tour journeys from Cartagena to Santiago through Argentina, Bolivia, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru
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Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeSmall Group - max of 22 people
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityCartagena
End CitySantiago
Travel Themes
Destinations
Attractions
Activities
Trip includes
- Accommodation
- Transport
- Use of the truck and its camping equipment, library, etc.,
- Camping meals
- All activities that are listed as included
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Itinerary
Day 1: Cartagena
Border Information: if joining in Cartagena, you will most likely enter Colombia at Cartagena Rafael Núñez International Airport (IATA code: CTG).
There will be an important group meeting at 6:00pm at the joining hotel - please look out at the hotel reception for a not...
Day 2: Cartagena
Today we will have a full day in the beautiful coastal colonial city of Cartagena.
In the morning we will have an included walking tour of the city, and then the afternoon will be free to explore the city further, enjoy the many optional activities on offer, or simply relax on the beach.
Daily Activities
Included Activities: (Included in Kitty)
Explore Cartagena on a guided walking tour
Day 3-4: Tayrona National Park
Estimated Drive Time - 4-5 hours (please note that all drive times given here are the approximate number of hours that the truck will be in motion only, and does not include any time taken for coffee or lunch stops, border crossings, photo stops, activities en route, com...
Daily Activities
Included Activities: (Included in Kitty)
Relax and unwind on the unspoilt beaches in Tayrona National Park
Day 5-6: Lorica
This morning we will walk back to our truck and leave Tayrona National park. We will head south for the pretty colonial town of Santa Cruz de Lorica on the Sinu River.
We will have a free day to relax and discover the historic centre, learn about the traditional Vueltiao hat or head to the coast and soak up the sun in San Bernardo del Viento.
Day 7-9: Medellín
Estimated Drive Time - 10 hours
Today we have a full days drive to vibrant city of Medellin. the following morning we will have a guided walking tour of the city. We then have plenty of time to relax or take park in some of activities available here.
In Medellín we will stay in dormitory accommodation in a centrally-located hostel, allowing you to enjoy the exciting nightlife of the city.
Day 10: Manizales
Estimated Drive time: 7 hours
Today we will head into the heart of the coffee region for a night at a beautiful Hacienda near the town of Manizales. Tomorrow we can relax in the grounds, take a bird watching walk to spot some of the many hummingbirds that frequent the area.
We will stay in twin share accommodation in a lovely hacienda in the countryside.
Day 11-13: Salento
Estimated Drive Time - 1.5 hours
Today we will continue our journey south to the small town of Salento, the gateway to the spectacular Valle de Cocora.
Salento will be our base to take a guided trek through the Cocora Valley to see the Quindio wax palm trees, the la...
Daily Activities
Included Activities: (Included in Kitty)
Learn all about the cultivation and production of Colombian Coffee on a guided tour
Head out on a half-day guided trek through the spectacular Cocora Valley, and see the incredible 50m-tall Quindio wax palms, the tallest plam trees in the world!
Day 14-15: Popayán
Estimated Drive Time - 7-8 hours.
Today we will drive to the beautiful town and former colonial capital of Popayán.
On the following day we will have a free day to explore Popayán or take part in some excellent treks or other optional activities in the surrounding area.
In Popayán we stay in dormitory accommodation in a local hostel.
Day 16: Ipiales
Estimated Drive Time - 9-10 hours.
Today we will have a full day drive to the border town of Ipiales.
In Ipiales we will stay in a local hotel.
Day 17: Otavalo, Ipiales
Estimated drive time: 3 hours.
We will leave Colombia behind today and cross the border into Ecuador, we will have time for an included visit to the beautiful Santurio de las Lajas, before heading to Otavalo.
Tonight we will camp in the grounds of a pretty Guesthouse in Otavalo.
Border information: Exit Colombia at Ipiales, enter Ecuador at Ipiales.
Daily Activities
Included Activities: (Included in Kitty)
Visit the jaw dropping Santuario Las Lajas on the outskirts of Ipiales
Day 18: Quito
Estimated Drive Time - 6-8 hours.
We will head south for the final leg of our journey to the bustling captial, Quito. En route into the city we will have an included visit to Mitad del Mundo, the monument that marks the Equator.
In Quito we will stay in a friendly local hotel in the 'New Town'.
Daily Activities
Included Activities: (Included in Kitty)
Visit the equator at Mitad del Mundo
Day 19: Quito
Border Information: if joining in Quito, you will most likely enter Ecuador at Quito Mariscal Sucre International Airport (IATA code: UIO).
There will be an important group meeting at 6:00pm at the joining hotel - please look out at the hotel reception for a note from ...
Day 20: Ecuadorian Amazon, Tena
Estimated Drive Time - 4-5 hours (please note that all drive times given here are the approximate number of hours that the truck will be in motion only, and does not include any time taken for coffee or lunch stops, border crossings, photo stops, activities en route, com...
Daily Activities
Included Activities: (Included in Kitty)
Spend 3 nights at our fantastic Ecuadorian ecolodge, taking in many activities such as boat trips on the Napo River, visits to local communities and treks through the jungle to some spectacular waterfalls and bat caves!
Day 21-22: Ecuadorian Amazon
Over the next two days we will head into the Amazon jungle, enjoying rainforest treks exploring the nearby waterfalls and caves, and trips down the Napo River in motorised dugout canoes, hopefully spotting plenty of wildlife on the way. We will also see some ancient fossils and petroglyphs, and visit a local Quichua community.
Day 23: Rio Verde
Estimated Drive Time - 3-4 hours.
Today we will drive through the highlands of Ecuador, arriving in Rio Verde near the famous Tungurahua volcano.
In Rio Verde we will stay at a well-equipped campsite with great facilities.
Day 24-25: Baños, Rio Verde
We will have two full days of free time to take part in a range of optional activities in Rio Verde, such as white-water rafting, trekking, canyoning, cycling, and other options. We will also have the opportunity to visit the nearby town of Baños and its popular volcanic thermal springs.
Day 26: Chugchilán
Estimated Drive Time - 7-8 hours.
Today we will drive to the remote village of Chugchilán, via the spectacular highland scenery along the road of the 'Quilotoa Loop'.
In Chugchilán we will stay in a fantastic local hostel where breakfast and dinner are included, giving you a chance to enjoy traditional Ecuadorian food.
Day 27: Chugchilán, Lake Quilotoa
Today we will transfer to the village of Quilotoa to see its stunning crater lake, and take an included day trek back to Chugchilán through the local villages, canyons, and beautiful scenery. This walk is widely considered one of the best day treks in Ecuador!
The most...
Daily Activities
Included Activities: (Included in Kitty)
Trek from Quilotoa to Chugchilan
Day 28: Cuenca
Estimated Drive Time - 7-8 hours.
Today we will drive along the remainder of the Quilotoa Loop and then head south to the beautiful colonial town of Cuenca. We will pass through the stunning landscape of the Cajas National Park en route.
In Cuenca we will stay in a centrally-located hotel.
Day 29: Cuenca
Today we will have a free day to explore the colonial city of Cuenca. The town is the birthplace of the famous Panama Hat, and we will have the opportunity today to visit one of the factories to learn about the manufacturing process.
Day 30: Punta Sal
Estimated Drive Time - 10-11 hours.
Border information: Exit Ecuador at Huaquillas, enter Peru at Tumbes.
Today we will have a long drive day south, crossing the border into northern Peru.
We will stay at a friendly local campsite just outside of Punta Sal, on a beautiful and serene beach on the shore of the Pacific Ocean.
Day 31: Punta Sal
Today we have a full day to relax on the beach and enjoy some activities in and around the stunning coastal area of Punta Sal.
Day 32: Lambayeque, Huanchaco
Estimated Drive Time - 9-10 hours.
Today we will have a full day's drive to Huanchaco, near the city of Trujillo.
In Huanchaco we will camp in the grounds of a local hotel.
Day 33: Huanchaco
Today we will have an included guided trip to explore the enormous adobe ruins of Chan Chan and the world-famous Moche archaeological site of Huaca de la Luna (Pyramid of the Moon).
Daily Activities
Included Activities: (Included in Kitty)
Guided tour of Moche Pyramids and the Chimu city of Chan Chan
Day 34: Huaraz
Estimated Drive Time - 8-9 hours.
Today we will have a spectacular drive up the winding roads of the 'Casma Route' into the Cordillera Blanca section of the high Andes, reaching the mountain town of Huaraz.
In Huaraz we will stay in a local hostel in either dorm accommodation or private rooms, depending on availability.
Day 35-36: Huaraz
We have two days in the spectacular area of the Cordillera Blanca for exploration and optional activities such as visiting the incredible pre-Inca ruins of Chavín de Huantar or trekking and climbing to the nearby lakes and glaciers.
Day 37: Lima
Estimated Drive Time - 10-11 hours.
Today we will have another full day's drive back to the coast via the 'Paramonga Route' and then on to the enormous Peruvian capital of Lima.
In Lima we will stay in a comfortable hotel in the city's historical centre.
Day 38: Lima
Border information: if joining in Lima, you will most likely enter Peru at Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport (IATA code: LIM).
There will be an important group meeting at 6:00pm at the joining hotel - please look out at the hotel reception for a note from your le...
Day 39: Huacachina, Ballestas Islands, Paracas
Estimated Drive Time - 5-6 hours (please note that all drive times given here are the approximate number of hours that the truck will be in motion only, and does not include any time taken for coffee or lunch stops, border crossings, photo stops, activities en route, com...
Daily Activities
Included Activities: (Included in Kitty)
Boat trip to see the seals & seabirds on the Ballestas Islands
Day 40: Nazca, Huacachina
Estimated Drive Time - 3-4 hours.
Today we continue south to the world-famous village of Nazca, the location of the mysterious Nazca Lines. On the drive, we will stop at a viewing platform to get a glimpse of some of these lines. The Nazca Lines are a series of figures...
Day 41: Puerto Inca, Nazca
Estimated Drive Time - 4-5 hours.
This morning we head south of Nazca, and have an included visit to the nearby ancient sites of the Chauchilla Cemetery and the Cahuachi Pyramid, thought to have once been the religious centre of the Nazca civilisation.
In the afternoon we will continue our drive to the coastal resort of Puerto Inca, where we camp at a well-equipped campsite on the beach.
Daily Activities
Included Activities: (Included in Kitty)
Visit the incredible ancient Nazca sites of the Chauchilla Cemetery and the nearby Cahuachi Pyramid
Day 42: Arequipa
Estimated Drive Time - 7-9 hours.
Today we will start our drive inland, and head uphill to the beautiful ‘White City’ of Arequipa.
In Arequipa we will stay in a good local hotel.
Day 43: Arequipa
Today we will have a free day to explore the colonial city of Arequipa, or for some optional activities in and around the city.
Day 44: Chivay
Estimated Drive Time - 4-5 hours.
We will have some more free time to explore Arequipa this morning, before continuing our drive to the highland town of Chivay after lunch.
In Chivay we will stay in a local hotel.
Day 45: Chivay
This morning we will head out on a short drive to some of the best viewpoints along the spectacular Colca Canyon, one of the deepest canyons in the world! The canyon is famous for its resident condors, and we will spend a good amount of time at the viewpoints to give our...
Daily Activities
Included Activities: (Included in Kitty)
2 night stay and guided trip to see Colca Canyon and condors
Day 46: Raqchi
Estimated Drive Time - 8-9 hours.
Today we will drive through the stunning landscapes of the Peruvian highlands to the small village of Raqchi. Here we will stay at a homestay as guests of the local villagers in their traditional family homes. The houses are very clean...
Daily Activities
Included Activities: (Included in Kitty)
Quechua Indian homestay and community crafts project
Guided visit to the Raqchi ruins
Day 47: Cuzco
Estimated Drive Time - 3-4 hours.
This morning we will visit the Inca ruins of the Temple of Wiracocha at Raqchi, and then see a pottery demonstration at a local artisan centre.
In the afternoon we will drive to the incredible historical city of Cuzco, the former Inca capital.
In Cuzco we will stay in a good colonial hotel.
Day 48: Cuzco
Border information: if you are joining in Cuzco, you will most likely enter Peru at Cuzco Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (IATA code: CUZ).
There will be an important group meeting at 10:00am at the joining hotel - please look out at the hotel reception ...
Day 49: Inca Trail , Sacred Valley
These four days will be spent either trekking in the Andes, on our pioneering Wild Andes Trek, on the Classic Inca Trek or for those not wishing to hike, free time to explore and a guided tour of the Sacred Valley on our Train package.
Option 1 - Wild Andes Trek
Meals: Lunch and Dinner
Approximate walking distance: 8km, Estimated time: 4hrs
Leaving Cuzco early in the morning, we visit the ruined temples of Sacsayhuaman for a fascinating tour of the site. We then head on to Chinchero, a small Quechua-speaking village in the S...
Option 2 - Classic Inca Trek
Meals: Lunch
This morning we go for a guided tour of the Sacred Valley, followed by a visit to the market town of Pisac, where we will have an included lunch. We then head to Ollantaytambo, where we have free time to explore the impressive archeological site. Tonight ...
Option 3 - Train Package
Meals: Lunch
You will leave Cuzco with your fellow passengers who will be trekking the Wild Andes Trek. You will visit the fortress of Sacsayhuaman, followed by a beautiful scenic drive over mountains and through valleys, via the ancient city of Pisac and on to the Sac...
Daily Activities
Included Activities: (Included in Kitty)
Visit the incredible remains of the Inca temples of Sacsayhuaman and the Sacred Valley on a guided tour
Trekking Options
Option 1
Trek the Classic Inca Trail up the Royal Inca Road.
Option 2
Hike unspoilt Inca Trails in remote stunning Andes scenery away from tourist treks on our exclusive Wild Andes trail.
Option 3
Take a Sacred Valley Tour, visit Ollantaytambo and take the trai...
Day 50: Inca Trail
Option 1 - Wild Andes Trek
Zurite to Amaruwatana
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Approximate walking time: 8hrs, Distance: 13kms
After a hearty breakfast we leave Zurite and head towards Amaruwatana camp. The walk will take us through Qenteqentiyoc (the Hummingbird Temple), where we will ...
Option 2 - Classic Inca Trek
Ollantaytambo to Wayllabamba
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner and Snacks
Approximate trekking time: 5-6hrs, Distance: 12kms
After breakfast, we catch a bus to Piscaycuscho and the start of the Classic Inca Trek - the railroad KM82 marker (at 2,700m altitude). Here w...
Option 3 - Train Package
Today is a free day to enjoy Cuzco, with its museums, churches, incredible colonial architecture, beautiful restaurants and a vast array of shops, selling textiles and handicrafts.
Day 51: Inca Trail
Option 1 - Wild Andes Trek
Amaruwatana to Ancascocha
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Approximate trekking time: 6-7hrs, Distance: 10kms
We have an early start this morning, trekking for approximately 2 hours to reach the top of our second pass at 4,700m. From here we have fantastic views ...
Option 2 - Classic Trek
Wayllabamba to Pacaymayo
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner and Snacks
Approximate trekking time: 6-7hrs, Distance: 11kms
This is the most challenging day of the trek as we ascend a long steep path (approximately 4 hours) through Andean cloud forest and highland puna ...
Option 3 - Train Package
Today is a free day for you to enjoy Cuzco, with its museums, churches, incredible colonial architecture, beautiful restaurants and a vast array of shops selling textiles and handicrafts.
Day 52: Inca Trail
Option 1 - Wild Andes Trek
Ancascocha to Ollantaytambo
Meals: Breakfast and Lunch
Approximate trekking time: 5hrs, Distance: 12kms
Today we will descend the narrow Silque Canyon, allowing us to observe its tall granite walls which are populated by a large variety of orchids and bromeliads, f...
Option 2 - Classic Inca Trek
Pacaymayo to Wiñay Wayna
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner and Snacks
Approximate walking time: 8hrs, Distance: 16kms
Today we follow ancient stone paths and steps to ascend the well-preserved Inca remains of Runkurakay, Sayacmarca, and Phuyupatamarca (the "Town abov...
Option 3 - Train Package
After being picked up from your hotel in the morning you will be driven to the fortress city of Ollantaytambo and our hotel for the night, the Tunupa Lodge. Here you will rejoin the Wild Andes Trekkers and your tour leader who will be arriving from their trek this afternoon.
Day 53: Cuzco, Machu Picchu
Option 1 - Wild Andes Trek
Ollantaytambo – Machu Picchu – Cuzco
Meals: Breakfast
Today we will have an early start to catch the train to the small town of Aguas Calientes. From there, we will take a bus up the winding mountainside to the legendary ruined city of Machu Picchu - one of the world...
Option 2 - Classic Trek
Wiñay Wayna to Machupicchu
Meals: Breakfast and Snacks
Approximate walking time: 2hrs, Distance: 4kms
Leaving Wiñay Wayna, we descend gradually further through the highland jungle to our destination - Intupunku (the "Sun Gate") leading into Machu Picchu. Arriving a...
Option 3 - Train Package
Meals: Breakfast
After an early breakfast and walk to the train station, your stunning 2 hour train ride to Aguas Calientes begins. The journey takes you through several different micro-climates, past Inca terraces, lookout posts, ancient river bank reinforcements and ...
Day 54: Cuzco
Today is a free day to relax after the treks, further explore the historical city of Cuzco, and take part in some optional activities around the city.
Day 55: Puno
Estimated Drive Time - 6-7 hours (please note that all drive times given here are the approximate number of hours that the truck will be in motion only, and does not include any time taken for coffee or lunch stops, border crossings, photo stops, activities en route, com...
Day 56: Isla Del Sol, Copacabana
Estimated Drive Time - 3-5 hours.
Border information: Exit Peru at Yunguyo, enter Bolivia at Kasani.
This morning we will cross into Bolivia and head to the lakeside town of Copacabana, before boarding a boat to the stunning island of Isla del Sol.
In Isla del Sol we will stay in a basic local hotel.
Day 57: Copacabana, Isla Del Sol
Today we will take an included day trip across Isla del Sol in Lake Titicaca, one of the holiest sites in ancient Inca mythology and supposedly the birthplace of the Sun God Inti. We will take a 14km walk across the length of the island, taking in the incredible and sere...
Daily Activities
Included Activities: (Included in Kitty)
Take a boat to Lake Titicaca's Isla del Sol
Day 58: La Paz
Estimated Drive Time - 4-5 hours.
Today we will drive to the famous city of La Paz, Bolivia’s seat of government and the highest administrative capital in the world!
In La Paz we will stay in a good hotel in the historical centre.
Day 59: La Paz
Border information: if you are joining in La Paz, you will most likely enter Bolivia at La Paz El Alto International Airport (IATA code: LPB).
Welcome to La Paz, Bolivia’s seat of government and the highest administrative capital in the world! There will be an importan...
Day 60: La Paz
Today we will have a free day to make the most of the extrodinary city of La Paz, explore the witches market or take a mountain biking trip down the World's Most Dangerous Road.
Day 61: Uyuni
Estimated Drive Time - 9hrs
Today we will drive south to Uyuni, the gateway to the incredible salt flats of the Salar de Uyuni.
In Uyuni we will stay in a friendly hotel, famous for serving the highest pizzas in the world!
Day 62: Salar De Uyuni
Today we will venture out onto the salt flats of the Salar de Uyuni, spending a full day exploring this phenomenal location by jeep and on foot. En route we will explore the nearby train graveyard and the cactus-filled 'Fish Island', and take all the time we need to get plenty of perspective-bending photographs!
Daily Activities
Included Activities: (Included in Kitty)
Take jeeps out onto the dazzling Uyuni Salt Flats
Day 63: Bolivian Altiplano
Estimated Drive Time - 7-8 hours.
Today we will head off across the wilds of the Altiplano, a surreal and desolate desert landscape that stretches all the way into Chile. We will make plenty of stop for photographs on the way and at the end of the day we aim to cross ...
Daily Activities
Included Activities: (Included in Kitty)
Take the epic journey across the Altiplano - an incredible high-altitude adventure through a surreal desert landscape, taking in bizarre rock formations and stunning lakes.
Day 64-65: San Pedro De Atacama
Estimated Drive Time - 7-8 hours.
After breakfast we will break camp, and drive through the stunning Reserva Nacional Alto Loa on the Chilean part of the Altiplano, stopping off en route for photographs and a lunch stop at the famous El Tatio Geysers, the worlds highes...
Daily Activities
Included Activities: (Included in Kitty)
Explore the dramatic landscape of the Moon Valley
Experience the incredible El Tatio geysers in the mountains high above the Atacama Desert
Day 66-67: Salta
Estimated Drive Time - 11-12 hours.
Border information: Exit Chile at Paso Jama, enter Argentina at Paso Jama.
Today we will have a long drive day to cross the mighty Andes, cross the border into Argentina, and reach the beautiful town of Salta.
In Salta we will st...
Day 68-69: Cafayate
Estimated Drive Time - 3-5 hours.
Today we will drive through the spectacular rock formations of the Quebrada de las Conchas, and reach the serene town of Cafayate. This small unassuming town is the centre of one of Argentina's principal wine producing regions, famous ...
Daily Activities
Included Activities: (Included in Kitty)
Visit the impressive rock formations of 'El Amphiteatro' and 'La Garganta del Diablo' en route through the primeval landscape of the Quebrada de las Conchas
Day 70: Recreo, Quilmes Ruins
Estimated Drive Time - 10 hours.
Today we will drive south through spectacular mountains and arrive in the pampas that Argentina is famous for. We will visit the ancient ruins of the indigenous city of Quilmes en route.
Tonight we will aim to wild camp en route.
Daily Activities
Included Activities: (Included in Kitty)
Visit the Quilmes ruins
Day 71-73: Estancia
Estimated Drive Time - 5hours.
Today we drive to a unique Anglo-Argentine Estancia, where we will stay for 3 nights.
During our time at the Estancia, we will head out horseback riding. This is a magical experience in a beautiful and many people's highlight of the tri...
Daily Activities
Included Activities: (Included in Kitty)
Spend 3 unique days at an Anglo-Argentinian estancia to experience the Gaucho way of life
Day 74: Córdoba
Today we will have a leisurely start after breakfast to the city of Cordoba, where we will enjoy a free afternoon to explore the city.
Day 75-76: Mendoza
Estimated Drive Time - 9 hours.
Today we will have a very early start for a full day's drive to the stunning town of Mendoza, nestled in the dry flats underneath the shadows of the largest mountains of the Andes. Mendoza is the centre of Argentine wine production, and ...
Day 77-78: Santiago
Estimated Drive Time - 10-11 hours.
Border information: Exit Argentina at Los Libertadores, enter Chile at Paso Cristo Redentor.
Today we will drive over the stunning Cristo Redentor pass in the high Andes, passing Aconcagua (the highest mountain in the Southern Hemisphere) and heading to the Chilean capital of Santiago.
In Santiago we will stay in a centrally located hostel.
Day 79: Santiago
Border information: if you are finishing in Santiago, you will most likely exit Chile at Santiago Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport (IATA code: SCL)
Today is a free day to explore the cosmopolitan Chilean capital.
Today is the end day for passengers finishi...
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Optional Activities
Optional Activities
These activities are not included in the itinerary, however they are available to book and/or payable locally.
Day 1:
USD 17.63
Days diving or snorkelling trip out to Islas del Rosario, Cartagena
USD 60
Head out for a day of scuba diving amongst the reefs surrounding the Islas del Rosario in the Caribbean Sea
USD 4.41
Discover the brutal history of the Spanish Inquisition at their former headquarters in Cartagena, the Palace of the Inquistion
USD 4.41
Learn all about Cartagena's naval tradition and history at the Naval Museum of the Caribbean
Day 2:
USD 5.00
Visit the historic Castillo San Fellipe
USD 25
Visit the mudbaths at the Totumo Volcano
Day 3-4:
Free
Time to explore the Cloud Forests of the Sierra Nevada foothills
Day 7-9:
USD 0.88
Day trip to Santa Fe de Antioquia
USD 0.51
Take the pioneering Metroline cable car up to Santo Domingo, to see a very different area of the city and the revitalising effect the Metroline has had on the communities there
Free
Visit the colossal Catedral Metropolitana in the city centre, built using over a million bricks between 1875 and 1931
USD 2.94
See Medellín's perfect blend of art, culture, and history by visiting the Plaza Botero and the nearby Museo de Antioquia and the Rafael Uribe Palacio de la Cultura
USD 0.73
Relax and unwind on a stroll though the Medellín's gorgeous Botanical Gardens, and discover some of its 1000 different floral species on display
USD 10
Head out on a fascinating walking tour of Medellín and learn all about it's tumultuous past
Free
Explore the beautiful model Antioquian village of Pueblito Paisa and the interesting sculpture park at Nutibara Hill
Free
Explore the Museum of the University of Antioquia, and marvel at its collectino of visual arts, anthropological exhibits, and over 20,000 pieces of pre-Colombian ceramics
USD 2.94
Head out and discover some of Medellín's vibrant and unusual nightlife at the Dulce Jesus Mio club
USD 1.47
See some of Colombia's finest contemporary art at the Museo de Arte Moderno (NAMM), including the complete work of the local painter Débora Arango
Free
Visit the planetarium and public science exhibits at the Parque de los Deseos
Day 14-15:
USD 17.63
Relax in the volcanic thermal springs near the village of Coconuco, dramatically set in a steep-sided valley
USD 38.21
Trek to the 4,650m summit of the towering Puracé volcano near Popayán
Day 17:
Free
Take a short walk to the beautiful Peguche Waterfalls near Otavalo (if time allows)
Free
Village Tour Of Otavalo
Day 19:
USD 6
Visit one of the countless art galleries in Quito, such as the Casa de la Cultura Ecuatoriana or the Museo Guayasamín
USD 3
Visit the equator at Mitad del Mundo
USD 8.5
Take a trip on El Telerifiqo, the world's second highest cable car
USD 3
Visit the Museo De La Ciudad
USD 3.5
Take a walk around Quito's incredible Botanical Gardens, which showcases all of Ecuador's various ecosystems and their flora
USD 3
Visit the Museo Mindalae, the extremely original project showcasing Ecuador's rich cultural diversity
Free
Enjoy the fantastic view over Quito's Old Town from the statue of the Virgin Mary on top of the nearby Cerro Panecillo
USD 2
Visit the Museo Nacional del Banco Central, showcasing the country’s largest collection of Ecuadorian art and housing an impressive gold collection
Day 24-25:
USD 3
Explore the beautiful hills surrounding Banos with an abundance of activities on offer
USD 25
Go on an adrenaline-fuelled half-day rafting expedition on the Rio Pastaza near Banos, one of the best rafting experiences in South America
USD 25
Head out for an exhilarating half-day canyoning trip through the gorges near Baños
USD 40
Head out on a horse riding trip through the beautiful volcanic landscapes surrounding Baños
USD 7
Hire mountain bikes to freely explore the winding trails around Banos
USD 30
Go out on a half day rock climbing trip to the walls of natural lava rock just outside Banos, which have routes suitable for people of all levels
USD 36
Take out some quad bikes on a tour around the winding trails near Baños
USD 20
Take the famous zip-lining course through the Puntzan Canyon near Baños, flying through the forest canopy and past several waterfalls
Free
Explore the stunning gorges, forests, and landscapes of the Baños area by foot, possibly trekking the Machay River trail or visiting the nearby waterfalls of Pailon del Diablo and Machay
Day 29:
Free
Visit one of the many factories that produce the ever-stylish Panama Hats, Cuenca's most famous export!
USD 25
Take a day trip out of Cuenca to visit the site of the Ingapirca ruins, the largest known Inca ruins in Ecuador
Free
Visit the Museo Pumapungo in Cuenca, featuring an impressive range of artistic, historical, cultural, and ethnological exhibits, and most famously housing a collection of shrunken heads from the Shuar civilisation
USD 6
Visit some of the volcanic thermal baths near to the colonial town of Cuenca
Day 31:
USD 20
Try your hand at surfing in the ideal waters of the Pacific Ocean near Punta Sal or Mancora
USD 20
Rent a mountain bike to explore the coast of Punta Sal and the beautiful nearby areas of Canoas and Plateritos
Free
Explore the coastlines of Punta Sal by foot, or head out trekking through the nearby hills and farms of Canoas
USD 10
Take a beginner's belly-dancing class with our hosts at the beaches of Punta Sal
USD 10
Take a yoga session at our beach campsite in Punta Sal
Day 35-36:
USD 29.74
Explore the incredible ancient ruins of Chavín de Huantar, the religious centre for the Chavín culture which flourished in the area from 1200BCE-500BCE
USD 4.46
Explore the remarkably well-presevered three-story mausoleum of Wilcahuaín near to Huaraz, built by the Wari civilisation that ruled the area between 600-900CE
USD 4.46
Learn all about the area's incredible pre-Inca civilisations at the Museo Regional de Ancash
USD 27
Take a horse riding trip from Huaraz to the incredible viewpoints of the Cordillera Blanca
USD 30
Enjoy a half-day rock climbing excursion followed by a rejuvenating dip in the nearby thermal springs
USD 28
Go canyoning in the waterfalls and gorges of the Huaraz region
USD 55
Go downhill mountain biking through the stunning mountains of the Cordillera Blanca near Huaraz
USD 45
Trek out to the phenomenal turquoise glacier lake of Laguna 69 in the shadow of Huascaran, Peru's highest mountain
Day 38:
USD 9.82
Visit the Gold Museum & Catacombs of Lima
USD 4.46
Visit the beautiful Baroque cathedral of San Francisco in Lima's historical centre, and explore the morbidly fascinating catacombs underneath
Free
Visit the excellent Museum of the Nation in Lima, which has numerous exhibits highlighting many of the pre-conquest civilisations and an outstanding photo exhibit on Peru's Internal Conflict of the 1980s and 1990s
USD 50
Explore the bohemian areas of Barranco and Miraflores on a cycling tour of Lima
USD 1.19
See the incredible 'Magic Water Circuit' in Lima's Parque de la Reserva, an astounding evening display of water, music, light, images, and laser effects across 13 huge water fountains
USD 8.92
Explore the Rafael Larco Herrera Museum in Lima, containing the largest private collection of pre-Colombian art in the world
USD 40
Take a cebiche and pisco sour class at one of the top restaurants in Miraflores, a lively district of Lima
Day 39:
USD 20
Dune buggying or boarding in the spectacular sand dunes of Peru Desert
Day 40:
USD 0.89
Visit to the Nazca Lines
USD 130
Fly over the Nazca lines
Day 43:
USD 11.90
Guided tour of Arequipa's Santa Catalina convent
USD 35
Head out for an exciting morning of white-water rafting on the Chili River near Arequipa
USD 41.64 - 13.38
Take a 'Reality Tour' of Arequipa, a walking tour with an alternative focus on the daily lives of the local people and contemporary issues facing modern Peru
USD 44.61
Take a fascinating cooking class in Arequipa, learning how to create some iconic Peruvian cuisine and taking a tour of the nearby food markets
Day 45:
USD 4.46
Visit the thermal springs in Chivay
Day 48:
USD 79
Take part in a Peruvian cooking class in Cuzco, learning how to make a variety of local dishes
USD 5.95
Take a Spanish class in the beautiful city of Cuzco (suitable for all levels)
Day 54:
USD 79
Take part in a Peruvian cooking class in Cuzco, learning how to make a variety of local dishes
USD 5.95
Take a Spanish class in the beautiful city of Cuzco (suitable for all levels)
Day 55:
Free
Boat trip to the floating islands on Lake Titicaca
Day 58:
USD 21.66
Take a guided tour of the main sights and viewpoints around La Paz
Day 60:
USD 125
Downhill "gravity assisted" mountain biking from La Paz to Coroico
USD 31.77
Guided tour to explore Tiahuanacu Inca Ruins
USD 18.77
Take a trip out to the mountain resort of Chacaltaya and the other-worldly landscape of the Moon Valley near La Paz
USD 21.66
Take a guided tour of the main sights and viewpoints around La Paz
Day 64-65:
USD 27.81
Observe the night skies at a Chilean observatory
USD 6.95
Hire a bike to explore the incredible deserts surrounding San Pedro de Atacama at your own pace
USD 18.77
Discover the incredible deserts of San Pedro on horseback
Day 66-67:
USD 3.53
Take the cable car up to the top of San Bernardo Hill, and take in the breathtaking views out over the city of Salta below
USD 22.94
Explore the beautiful mountains and forests near Salta on a mountain biking trip
Day 68-69:
USD 2.65
Discover the bodegas and stock up on wine in Cafayate
Day 74-76:
USD 24.71
Go for a horse ride through the arid foothills west of Mendoza
USD 16.76
Explore the vineyards of the Mendoza and Maipu region, either on an organised tour or by cycling between the bodegas
USD 17.65
White water rafting on the Mendoza River
USD 7.94
Relax in the beautiful thermal baths in Cacheuta, in the hills above Mendoza
Day 77-78:
Free
Learn more about Santiago and its history on a free walking tour of the centre from a knowledgeable local guide
Free
Take in the breathtaking vista of the city skyline backdropped by the mighty Andes, from the viewpoints at Cerro San Cristobal or Cerro San Lucia
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