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Epic South America (23 destinations)

39 days
From Lima to Rio de Janeiro
4.5
11,897 traveler reviews
Epic South America (23 destinations) - Intrepid Travel
  • Explorer
  • Camping
  • Walking Adventure
  • Mountain Hikes
  • Wildlife
  • Group
  • Fully Guided
  • Sightseeing
  • Historical
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Guided in English
Group Size 12 - 16
Age range 18 to 35
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Highlights

  • Explore Lima's vibrant Miraflores district
  • Journey by canoe to a jungle lodge
  • Discover Cusco and the Sacred Valley
  • Trek the iconic Inca Trail to Machu Picchu
  • Visit the floating islands of Lake Titicaca

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Lima
  2. Day 2-3 Puerto Maldonado (Amazon Jungle lodge)
  3. Day 4 Cusco
  4. Day 5 Sacred Valley / Ollantaytambo
  5. Day 6 Inca Trail, Quarry Trail or Train Option
  6. Day 7 Inca Trail, Quarry Trail or Train Option
  7. Day 8 Inca Trail, Quarry Trail or Train Option
  8. Day 9 Inca Trail, Quarry Trail or Train Option and Machu Picchu
  9. Day 10 Cusco
  10. Day 11 Puno
  11. Day 12 Lake Titicaca (Homestay)
  12. Day 13 Puno
  13. Day 14 La Paz
  14. Day 15 La Paz
  15. Day 16 La Paz
  16. Day 17 Salar de Uyuni
  17. Day 18 Bolivian Altiplano
  18. Day 19 Bolivia/Chile Border- San Pedro de Atacama
  19. Day 20-21 San Pedro de Atacama
  20. Day 22 Chile/Argentina border - Salta
  21. Day 23 Salta
  22. Day 24 Salta - Buenos Aires
  23. Day 25 Buenos Aires
  24. Day 26 Buenos Aires
  25. Day 27 Buenos Aires
  26. Day 28 Colonia / Montevideo
  27. Day 29 Montevideo
  28. Day 30 Estancia Stay
  29. Day 31 Estancia Stay
  30. Day 32 Estancia Stay / Overnight Bus
  31. Day 33 Iguazu Falls
  32. Day 34 Iguazu Falls
  33. Day 35 Paraty
  34. Day 36 Paraty / Ilha Grande
  35. Day 37 Ilha Grande
  36. Day 38 Rio de Janeiro
  37. Day 39 Rio de Janeiro
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10 hours

Response rate

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Customer Reviews

  • Olivier
    · May 18th, 2025
    I particularly enjoyed working with the local people and our tour leader!
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  • Lorna
    · March 8th, 2025
    Tour guide, Liliana did a great job of giving us the best experience throughout Bolivia. Bolivias natural beauty did not disappoint.
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  • Mary
    · February 25th, 2025
    This trip is an adventure of my life. Bolivia is a beautiful country if physically you can handle the altitude. The itinerary is excellent, we got to see lots of sights that were surreal. Our outstanding guide, Julia Catunta Janco, made the trip a memorable one. Julia was attentive to our needs and she communicates very well and work tirelessly to help us cope with all the 'challenges' that we encountered as we go along.Thanks Julia. Very thankful and pleased that I made the trip and survived.
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Dates & Availability

39 days
Epic South America (23 destinations)
From Lima to Rio de Janeiro

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    Dan

    Asked on January 15th, 2025

    What is the age range for this tour?

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    • Intrepid TravelOperatorWritten January 2025

      This trip is strictly an 18-35 year old trip.

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    Mike

    Asked on November 13th, 2024

    Do you also organise flights

    Flights / Transfers
    • Intrepid TravelOperatorWritten November 2024

      Unfortunately, as per your previous inquiry we would like to let you know that we do not handle any flight-related inquiries at Intrepid. You will need to make your flight arrangements independently.

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    Kathryn

    Asked on November 6th, 2024

    Is this tour an option for a solo trip to south america where we want our own rooms/bathroom/option to eat alone sort of thing? We are happy being on some tours with people but not looking for such a social tour.

    Accommodation
    Tour Details
    • Intrepid TravelOperatorWritten November 2024

      You would be with other travelers on the tour but not required to be with the group 24/7. You can still have meals alone and spend free days as you please. Another option is a self-guided adventure tour.

    • K

      Kathryn

      TravelerWritten November 2024

      Is accommodation included for Rio de Janeiro to Lima (via Uruguay) Travel Pass tour? What is the main difference between the tour types?

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    Colleen

    Asked on August 16th, 2023

    I am interested in the "Epic Peru to Brazil - 32 days" Do you offer it from Feb 2024 but from Brazil to Peru?

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    • Intrepid TravelOperatorWritten August 2023

      Our Premium South America in Depth tour which we operate from Brazil to Peru is unfortunately discounted for 2024. No other tours currently start in Brazil and end in Peru. If you are interested in any other similar trips in this region, please let us know, We would be happy to assist you.

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    Adam

    Asked on July 11th, 2023

    I am 33, have not done a solo trip before. Would this be suitable for me at my age?

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    • Intrepid TravelOperatorWritten July 2023

      Unfortunately you will not be able to join in this trip as this is an 18 to 29 trip, however you can check out our open-agen trip available on the website.

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    Ellen

    Asked on May 24th, 2023

    Can I book this package?

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    Tour Details
    • Intrepid TravelOperatorWritten May 2023

      Unfortunately, the trip that you have chosen falls under the trip theme 18 to 29s only. Therefore, we are unable to accommodate any requests which goes beyond the maximum age limit.

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    Shelley

    Asked on May 1st, 2023

    Is it possible to book a separate day trip to rainbow mountain? Will I have time?

    Tour Details
    • Intrepid TravelOperatorWritten May 2023

      On day 10 which is a free day in Cusco you would be able to arrange an excursion to Rainbow Mountain. We offer two options: Cusco - Rainbow Mountain Hike (USD105) and Cusco - Palcoyo Rainbow Mountain Hike (USD100).

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    Jason

    Asked on January 19th, 2023

    I am a big fan of travelling with Intrepid and would love to go on this tour. I am in my early 30s now but saw the trip was aged to 29 years old? I was due to book this tour back in 2020 but COVID stopped everything. Can you please advise?

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    • Intrepid TravelOperatorWritten January 2023

      I am sorry that Covid Ruined you plans with us. I am afraid we will not be able to book you onto the Epic Peru to Brazil trip as per our age policy. I have found a similar trip for you that is open to all ages however: South America Highlights.

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    Rita

    Asked on January 5th, 2023

    This 32 day trip through Seth America is exactly what my wife and I are interested in. However, how strict do tge target groups apply ? My wife is 53 & I am 54 but we have done plenty of backpacking over the years, camping, overland tours, etc and we'd much prefer this type of tour than a luxury stay fast paced private trip that doesn't really show you the true Seth America. We are also very easy going, relaxed and mix well with all types of people across all age groups.

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    • Intrepid TravelOperatorWritten January 2023

      Unfortunately, this tour does have a strict age restriction of 29 years old. This is because the tour is marketed to 18-29 year olds and they book this tour expecting to be travelling with young travelers. This tour also includes dorm stays and is a budget tour.

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    Catherine

    Asked on November 9th, 2022

    Would like to see the Nazca Lines instead - would this be possible?

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    • Intrepid TravelOperatorWritten November 2022

      You can do the train versus the trek which day 6-7 will be two extra nights in Cusco before traveling by bus back through Ollantaytambo. From here you will take a train through the Urubamba Valley to the town of Aguas Calientes where you'll spend night 8. However, the Nazca Lines are roughly a 13-hour drive from Cuzco. You are welcome to sign off the trip and make your way to Nazca Lines then meet up with the tour later, however, we wouldn't recommend this as this attraction is very far from any part of this scheduled tour.

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Tour ID: 101668

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  • Plugs & Adapters

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    Type E
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  • Vaccines
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    • Typhoid - Recommended for Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Peru, Uruguay and Bolivia. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Hepatitis A - Recommended for Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Peru, Uruguay and Bolivia. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Hepatitis B - Recommended for Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Peru, Uruguay and Bolivia. Ideally 2 months before travel.
    • Rabies - Recommended for Argentina, Chile, Peru, Uruguay and Bolivia. Ideally 1 month before travel.
    • Yellow fever - Recommended for Argentina, Brazil, Peru and Bolivia. Yellow fever - Certificate of vaccination required if arriving from an area with a risk of yellow fever transmission for Uruguay. Ideally 10 days before travel.
    • Tuberculosis - Recommended for Brazil, Peru and Bolivia. Ideally 3 months before travel.
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