Itinerary
- Days 1 - 5
Rio de Janeiro - Parati
Start in Rio de Janeiro and take in Christ the Redeemer statue from the top. You'll have access to over 50km of beaches to explore during your time here. After that, head to Parati, a coastal village with cobbled streets and a nice stretch of coastline. From there, you'll begin traveling inland toward the Pantanal wetlands.
Included Activities
- Visit Christ the Redeemer on Corcovado Mountain
- Explore Rio de Janeiro's beaches and urban forest
Optional Activities
- Carnival celebration and Sambadrome tickets (can be arranged for early arrival)
- Sailing trip in traditional schooner around Parati islands
- Mountain biking in Parati
Landmarks Christ the Redeemer Corcovado Mountain 
- Days 6 - 14
Pantanal - Bonito - Iguazu Falls
Spend several days in the Pantanal, the world's largest inland wetland. You can spot howler monkeys, giant otters, caiman, and capybara while you're there. Next, move to Bonito where you'll swim and snorkel in clear rivers and lakes, check out caves and sinkholes. Then travel to Iguazu Falls, which spans across Argentina, Paraguay, and Brazil.
Included Activities
- Iguazu Falls entrance (Argentina side)
- Access to Esteros del Ibera (accommodation, meals & boat trip included)
Optional Activities
- Guided treks in Pantanal grasslands
- Horse rides in Pantanal
- Piranha fishing in Pantanal
- Swimming and snorkeling in Bonito's clear rivers and lakes
- Cave and sinkhole exploration in Bonito forests
- Forest walks in Bonito mountains
- Whitewater rafting at Iguazu Falls
- Helicopter flights at Iguazu Falls
- Mountain bike riding at Iguazu Falls
- Bird Sanctuary at Iguazu Falls
Landmarks Pantanal Bonito Iguazu Falls - Days 15 - 18
Paraguay - Asuncion - Trinidad
Cross into Paraguay and spend time in Asuncion, the capital, wandering through bars, cafes, plazas, and museums. After that, continue to Trinidad where you'll visit two well-preserved Jesuit Missions that are UNESCO World Heritage Sites. These were founded back in the 17th century.
Optional Activities
- Exploration of Jesuit Mission ruins and history
Landmarks Jesuit Missions of Trinidad - Days 19 - 26
Uruguay - Salto - Punta del Este - Montevideo - Colonia del Sacramento - Buenos Aires
Cross into Uruguay and visit Salto, checking out nearby hot springs. Then reach Punta del Este to see the famous 'La Mano' sculpture and the beaches. Walk through Montevideo's colonial and art deco architecture, browse local markets. Later, head to Colonia del Sacramento, a historic UNESCO World Heritage town with colonial streets and 17th-century buildings. Take a ferry across the Rio de la Plata to Argentina and Buenos Aires.
Optional Activities
- Termas del Dayman hot springs near Salto
- Theatre visit in Montevideo
- Art museum in Montevideo
- Traditional Uruguayan dishes at Mercado del Puerto
- Wandering port and fish market in Punta del Este
Landmarks La Mano Punta del Este Colonia del Sacramento Historic Quarter Basilica del Santisimo Sacramento 
- Day 27
Buenos Aires
Spend time in Buenos Aires trying the local steaks and fine wines. You can experience tango dancing, grab ice cream around the city, and explore the vibrant nightlife. The capital has a distinctly European feel mixed with South American character throughout.
Optional Activities
- Tango show
- Graffiti tour
- Walking tours
- Days 28 - 36
Buenos Aires - Pampas - Puerto Madryn - Tierra del Fuego - Ushuaia
Leave Buenos Aires and travel through the vast Pampas grasslands where you can see gaucho culture. Head along Patagonia's Atlantic coast to Puerto Madryn, a Welsh settlement area. From there, take a ferry to Tierra del Fuego and visit Ushuaia, the world's southernmost town, with views of the Beagle Channel and snow-capped peaks surrounding it.
Optional Activities
- Visit marine sanctuaries to see penguins, sea lions, sea elephants, sea birds and whales
- Beagle Channel boat trips
- Penguin Island boat trips
- Hiking to Emerald Lagoon
- Hiking to Vinciguerra Glacier
- Vintage steam train ride on Fuegian Railway to Tierra del Fuego National Park
Landmarks Beagle Channel Tierra del Fuego 
- Days 37 - 42
Patagonia - Puerto Natales - Torres del Paine National Park
Cross back into Chile and arrive at Puerto Natales on the coast. Base yourself here and explore Torres del Paine National Park with its dramatic granite cliffs. You'll have chances to hike, go horseback riding, or tackle the famous W-Trek multi-day trek.
Included Activities
- Torres del Paine National Park entrance fee
Optional Activities
- W-Trek 4-day trek (bookable add-on, subject to availability)
- Shorter day hikes in the park
- Horse riding in Torres del Paine
- Boat trip to Magdalena Island for Magellanic Penguin colonies
Landmarks Torres del Paine National Park Magdalena Island 
- Days 43 - 51
Los Glaciares National Park - El Chalten - Hanging Glacier National Park - Futaleufu - Bariloche - Pucon - Santiago
Visit Los Glaciares National Park to see Perito Moreno glacier, which is almost 200 feet high. Continue to El Chalten, the trekking capital, and do day hikes including one to Mount Fitz Roy base camp. Check out Hanging Glacier National Park, then drive through Chile's Carretera Austral to Futaleufu for river rafting. Head to Bariloche for hiking and nightlife, then Pucon, Chile's outdoor center. Finish in Santiago with Chilean steakhouses and winery visits.
Optional Activities
- Boat ride up close to Perito Moreno Glacier
- Guided walks with crampons on top of glacier
- Hikes in surrounding mountains
- Horse rides in nearby Estancias
- Day hikes in El Chalten, including Mount Fitz Roy base camp
- Hiking to Hanging Glacier
- River rafting at Futaleufu
- Whitewater rafting in Pucon
- Water sports in Pucon
- Horse riding in Pucon
- One day hikes up Villarrica Volcano
- Skiing at Bariloche
- Hiking trails in Bariloche
- Nightlife in Bariloche
Landmarks Los Glaciares National Park Perito Moreno Glacier El Chalten Mount Fitz Roy Hanging Glacier National Park Futaleufu Villarrica Volcano - Days 52 - 59
Bariloche - Pucon - Santiago
You'll begin in Bariloche, where the ski slopes and hiking trails give you plenty of options depending on the season. From there, head into Chile's Lake District, driving through small towns and passing those blue lakes with the Andes in the background. The route takes you to Pucon, which sits right in the middle of outdoor activity country, so you can stop here if rock climbing, rafting, or horseback riding appeals to you. After Pucon, continue on to Santiago where the food scene focuses heavily on beef and you can visit Casillero del Diablo winery either in the city or take a day trip to the nearby wine regions.
- Meals
- Mixed (Approximately 50% of meals included throughout this section)
Included Activities
- Travel through Chile's Lake District
Optional Activities
- Horseriding in Bariloche (3 hours) - US$95
- Kayaking in Bariloche - from US$50
- Paragliding in Bariloche - US$90
- Whitewater Rafting in Pucon - from US$50
- Villarrica Volcano Climb in Pucon (includes guide & equipment) - US$140
- Visit Casillero del Diablo winery in Santiago
Landmarks Villarrica Volcano Casillero del Diablo Winery
