Itinerary
- Day 1
La Paz
You land at El Alto International Airport and get transferred to your hotel. Depending on when you arrive and how you're adjusting to the altitude, you can either take it easy at the hotel or wander around the city a bit on your own.
- Start point
- Avenida Juan Pablo Ii, El Alto, La Paz, Bolivia (International Arrivals)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Sagarnaga Hotel)
Optional Activities
- Explore La Paz city (timing and activities dependent on arrival time and energy level)
Landmarks El Alto International Airport 
- Day 2
La Paz
Start the day heading to Moon Valley to see those distinctive clay spires up close. From there, take the cable car for 360-degree views across the city and then walk through colonial Jaen Street. Stop by Plaza Murillo to see the Presidential Palace, visit the baroque Basilica of San Francisco, and finish at the Witches' Market where you'll find traditional potions and local products. It's a full day covering most of La Paz's main sites.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Sagarnaga Hotel)
Included Activities
- Visit Moon Valley to see unique spires formed by clay erosion
- Cable car ride for 360-degree view of La Paz along yellow, silver, red, and orange lines
- Explore Jaen Street with colonial buildings and museums
- Visit Plaza Murillo with Presidential Palace and cathedral
- Visit Basilica of San Francisco (16th-century baroque church)
- Explore Witches' Market
Landmarks Moon Valley Jaen Street Plaza Murillo Basilica of San Francisco Witches' Market - Day 3
La Paz - Lake Titicaca - Copacabana - Isla del Sol
Head out early toward Copacabana on Lake Titicaca's shore, passing through Andean landscapes along the way. You'll walk through the colonial church and local markets selling traditional crafts. After lunch at a local spot, board a boat to see Inca ruins at Pilkokaina and the sacred Inca Fountains in Yumani on Isla del Sol's south side. The boat ride back takes you through more lake scenery before returning to La Paz for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Sagarnaga Hotel)
Included Activities
- Visit colonial church in Copacabana
- Explore local markets in Copacabana with traditional crafts
- Boat trip to Isla del Sol (Sun Island)
- Visit Inca ruins of Pilkokaina
- Visit sacred Inca Fountains in Yumani
Landmarks Lake Titicaca Copacabana Isla del Sol (Sun Island) Pilkokaina Inca Fountains in Yumani - Day 4
La Paz - Uyuni
Take an early flight to Uyuni and start exploring the salt flats. Visit the Train Cemetery with its collection of old rusting locomotives from Bolivia's industrial days. Stop in Colchani village to watch traditional salt harvesting. Then cross the white expanse of Salar de Uyuni to Incahuasi Island, where giant cacti cover the landscape and give panoramic views. You'll finish watching the sunset from the salt flats.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Home-stay
Included Activities
- Visit Train Cemetery
- Explore Colchani village to see traditional salt crafts
- Cross Salar de Uyuni (Uyuni Salt Flats)
- Visit Incahuasi Island
- Watch sunset over Uyuni Salt Flats
Landmarks Train Cemetery Colchani Salar de Uyuni (Uyuni Salt Flats) Incahuasi Island 
- Day 5
Uyuni - Lagoons Route
Begin the Lagoon Route exploring some of the most surreal desert landscapes. You'll visit Laguna Blanca and Laguna Verde at the base of Licancabur volcano, walk through the Salvador Dalí Desert terrain, and relax in the thermal waters at Polques. The route ends at Laguna Colorada with its red waters and flamingo populations. It's a long but visually intense day.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Home-stay
Included Activities
- Visit Laguna Blanca
- Visit Laguna Verde at the base of Licancabur volcano
- Explore Salvador Dalí Desert
- Visit Laguna Colorada
Optional Activities
- Swim in thermal waters of Polques
Landmarks Laguna Blanca Laguna Verde Licancabur volcano Salvador Dalí Desert Polques Laguna Colorada - Day 6
Uyuni - Tatio Geysers - San Pedro de Atacama
Wake up around 4:30 AM and head to the Tatio Geysers, one of the world's highest geothermal fields at 4,300 meters. You'll arrive by sunrise to see steaming fumaroles and bubbling pools when they're most active. Then descend into Chile and drive to San Pedro de Atacama, arriving in the afternoon. It's an early start but worth catching the geysers at their peak.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hostel (Qachisolcor Hostal)
Included Activities
- Visit Tatio Geysers at sunrise
Landmarks Tatio Geysers - Day 7
San Pedro de Atacama - Moon Valley
Take a guided walk through Moon Valley in the Salt Mountain Range, just 13 km from San Pedro de Atacama. You'll move through wind-carved rock formations and salt caverns while learning about how the world's driest desert was formed geologically. Your guide will also share cultural history of the region. End the day watching the sunset over the dunes with the Andes as your backdrop.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hostel (Qachisolcor Hostal)
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Moon Valley
- Walk through surreal landscapes and wind-carved rock formations
- Explore salt caverns
- Watch sunset over desert dunes
Landmarks Moon Valley - Day 8
San Pedro de Atacama - Calama - Santiago - Maipo Valley
Drive from San Pedro de Atacama to Calama Airport, a scenic 1.5 to 2 hour trip through salt flats and rocky desert terrain. Fly to Santiago and then head straight to the Maipo Valley wine region. You'll tour vineyards and cellars, learn about Chilean winemaking, taste Cabernet Sauvignon, and enjoy the views of mountains surrounding the valley. Head back to Santiago for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hostel (Hostal Providencia)
Included Activities
- Wine tour in Maipo Valley
- Learn about winemaking process and history of Chilean wine
- Wine tasting of Maipo Valley wines
- Scenic views of Maipo Valley and surrounding mountains
Landmarks Maipo Valley - Day 9
Santiago
Explore Santiago starting at Club Hípico de Santiago, Chile's oldest racecourse from 1870. Visit Plaza de Armas and the 19th century Santiago Metropolitan Cathedral, then see La Moneda Palace where the President works. Climb Cerro Santa Lucía to the hill where Santiago was founded in 1540. Check out the Chilean National Museum of Fine Arts and wander through Bellavista's bohemian streets. Stop by La Chascona, the house museum of poet Pablo Neruda, and grab some local crafts near the Central Market before heading back to your hotel.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hostel (Hostal Providencia)
Included Activities
- Visit Club Hípico de Santiago
- Visit Plaza de Armas
- Visit Santiago Metropolitan Cathedral
- Visit La Moneda Palace
- Visit Cerro Santa Lucía
- Visit Chilean National Museum of Fine Arts
- Explore Bellavista neighborhood
- Visit La Chascona (Pablo Neruda House Museum)
- Stop at local handicrafts store near Central Market
Landmarks Club Hípico de Santiago Plaza de Armas Santiago Metropolitan Cathedral La Moneda Palace Cerro Santa Lucía Chilean National Museum of Fine Arts Bellavista neighborhood La Chascona (Pablo Neruda House Museum) Central Market - Day 10
Santiago - Puerto Natales
Take a morning local flight to Puerto Natales, your gateway to Patagonia. The 3.5 to 4 hour flight gives you views of snow-capped mountains, open plains, and turquoise lakes. You'll have a free afternoon to explore the small town at your pace. A walk along the Costanera waterfront promenade offers quiet views of Last Hope Sound and the surrounding peaks.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hostel (Hotel Martin Gusinde )
Optional Activities
- Stroll along Costanera promenade and waterfront
Landmarks Last Hope Sound 
- Day 11
Puerto Natales - Balmaceda & Serrano Glacier
Set sail from Puerto Bories dock toward Bernardo O'Higgins National Park through the Senoret Channel. You'll have coffee and snacks while viewing Mount Balmaceda and its glaciers, then visit Frigorífico Bories, a former slaughterhouse from 1913 now turned into a museum. See Condor Cliffs and a waterfall, then trek through native Coigue forest along Témpanos Lagoon with Serrano Glacier views. The boat ride past Balmaceda Glacier includes an aperitif made with glacier ice, and the day ends with a traditional Magellanic roasted lamb feast at an estancia.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hostel (Hotel Martin Gusinde )
Included Activities
- Boat cruise from Puerto Bories toward Bernardo O'Higgins National Park
- Visit Frigorífico Bories National Historic Monument
- View Condor Cliffs and waterfall
- Guided trek through native Coigue forest along Témpanos Lagoon
- View Serrano Glacier
- Boat cruise past Balmaceda Glacier
- Magellanic-style roasted lamb feast at estancia
Landmarks Bernardo O'Higgins National Park Senoret Channel Mount Balmaceda Frigorífico Bories National Historic Monument Condor Cliffs Puerto Toro Témpanos Lagoon Serrano Glacier Balmaceda Glacier - Day 12
Puerto Natales - Torres del Paine National Park
Travel from Puerto Natales toward Torres del Paine National Park. Stop at Milodón Cave, an important archaeological site, then head to Laguna Amarga entrance for views of the iconic Torres del Paine peaks. You'll see Cuernos del Paine and Salto Grande waterfall, then walk through Coigue Forest at Grey Lake. Cross a suspension bridge over the Pingo River and watch floating icebergs from Grey Glacier with Paine Grande towering behind. The day includes group activities and shared transportation.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hostel (Hotel Martin Gusinde )
Included Activities
- Visit Milodón Cave
- View Torres del Paine peaks
- View Cuernos del Paine
- Visit Salto Grande waterfall
- Walk through Coigue Forest
- Cross suspension bridge over Pingo River
- View Grey Lake and floating icebergs from Grey Glacier
Landmarks Milodón Cave Torres del Paine National Park Laguna Amarga Torres del Paine Cuernos del Paine Salto Grande Grey Lake Pingo River Grey Glacier Paine Grande - Day 13
Puerto Natales - El Calafate
Take a comfortable tourist bus from Puerto Natales to El Calafate, crossing the Argentina border through Patagonia's interior. The 5 to 6 hour drive passes through rolling plains with views of snow-capped mountains and chances to spot guanacos or condors. Your guide handles border procedures and you'll stop for refreshments and photos. Arrive in El Calafate and transfer to your hotel.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hostel (Hosteria Rukahue)
- Day 14
El Calafate - Perito Moreno Glacier
Depart from Bajo de las Sombras bay port and board a boat to cross Brazo Rico, seeing the glacier's southern face. At the southwest shore, take a 20 minute walk to the ice's edge, then fit crampons for about 2 hours of ice trekking. You'll explore crevasses, ice lagoons, and sinkholes while learning how the glacier advances and calves. Return through Magellanic forest and cruise past Balmaceda Glacier with an aperitif made from glacier ice. An optional bus visit to Glacier Viewpoint adds another hour if interested.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hostel (Hosteria Rukahue)
Included Activities
- Boat crossing of Brazo Rico
- Guided ice trek on Perito Moreno Glacier (approximately 2 hours)
- Walk through Magellanic forest
- Boat cruise past Balmaceda Glacier
Optional Activities
- Bus transfer to Glacier Viewpoint and walkways for panoramic views
Landmarks Perito Moreno Glacier Bajo de las Sombras Brazo Rico Iceberg Channel Balmaceda Glacier 
- Day 15
El Calafate - Ushuaia
Spend your morning exploring El Calafate at your own pace. In the afternoon, fly to Ushuaia, the world's southernmost city and gateway to Tierra del Fuego. The 1 hour 20 minute flight offers aerial views of glaciers, remote lakes, and the Andes. You'll arrive with time to settle into your hotel before dinner.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hostel (Hosteria Les Edaireus)
Optional Activities
- Explore El Calafate in free morning
- Day 16
Ushuaia - Tierra del Fuego National Park - Beagle Channel
Explore Tierra del Fuego National Park's Patagonian landscapes with views of the Beagle Channel surrounded by mountains and forests. Stop at Lago Roca in Bahía Lapataia, a water mirror that changes colors with the weather. Board a modern catamaran from Ushuaia port, sailing through Ushuaia Bay and entering the Beagle Channel. Observe seabirds and sea lions on Bird Island and Sea Lion Island, then visit the famous Lighthouse at the End of the World.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hostel (Hosteria Les Edaireus)
Included Activities
- Tierra del Fuego National Park excursion
- Visit Bahía Lapataia and Lago Roca
- Catamaran cruise through Beagle Channel
- Visit Bird Island
- Visit Sea Lion Island
- Visit Lighthouse at the End of the World
Landmarks Tierra del Fuego National Park Beagle Channel Bahía Lapataia Lago Roca Paso Chico Bird Island Sea Lion Island Lighthouse at the End of the World - Day 17
Ushuaia - Buenos Aires
Fly from Ushuaia to Buenos Aires, traveling from South America's southernmost tip to the capital. Explore La Boca's colorful streets, San Telmo's historic charm, elegant Recoleta, and the modern Puerto Madero waterfront in one day. You'll see Plaza de Mayo, experience tango culture, and try Argentine cuisine. The city blends European style with Latin energy, and you'll return to your hotel after a full day.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hotel Costa Rica)
Included Activities
- Explore La Boca neighborhood
- Explore San Telmo neighborhood
- Explore Recoleta neighborhood
- Explore Puerto Madero waterfront
- Visit Plaza de Mayo
- Experience tango culture
Landmarks La Boca San Telmo Recoleta Puerto Madero Plaza de Mayo 
- Day 18
Buenos Aires - Puerto Iguazú - Iguazu Falls - Foz do Iguaçu
Fly to Puerto Iguazú and enter Iguazú National Park, a subtropical rainforest with diverse wildlife and walking trails. Explore the Upper and Lower Circuits with dozens of waterfalls cascading over cliffs, then experience Garganta del Diablo where water plunges into a dramatic U shaped chasm. Your guide explains the park's flora, fauna, and geology while you photograph the falls. In the afternoon, cross into Foz do Iguaçu, Brazil for panoramic waterfall views from the other side and overnight there.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hotel Bella Italia)
Included Activities
- Visit Iguazú National Park
- Walk Upper Circuit trail
- Walk Lower Circuit trail
- Visit Garganta del Diablo (Devil's Throat)
- Explore Brazilian side of Iguazu Falls
Landmarks Iguazú National Park Garganta del Diablo 
- Day 19
Foz do Iguaçu - Rio de Janeiro
Fly from Foz do Iguaçu to Rio de Janeiro and meet your guide for a panoramic city tour. You'll drive past Copacabana and Ipanema beaches and see historic downtown landmarks. Stop at the colorful Selarón Steps in Lapa and visit viewpoints like Sugarloaf Mountain or the base of Corcovado Hill to see Christ the Redeemer statue. The half day tour gives you a taste of Rio's energy and beauty before checking into your hotel.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hotel Bella Italia)
Included Activities
- Panoramic city tour of Rio de Janeiro
- Drive along Copacabana beach
- Drive along Ipanema beach
- Visit historic downtown landmarks
- Visit Selarón Steps in Lapa
Optional Activities
- Visit Sugarloaf Mountain viewpoint
- Visit Corcovado Hill and Christ the Redeemer base
Landmarks Copacabana Beach Ipanema Beach Selarón Steps Lapa Sugarloaf Mountain Corcovado Hill Christ the Redeemer 
- Day 20
Rio de Janeiro
Your last morning in Rio starts with breakfast at the hotel. After that, you'll head to the airport whenever your flight departs, and the hotel arranges your transportation. Make sure to check your flight time the night before so you're not rushing around.
- End point
- Avenida Vinte De Janeiro, Galeão, Rio de Janeiro - Rio de Janeiro, 21941, Brazil (International Departures)
- Meals
- Breakfast (American Breakfast)
Optional Activities
- Extend stay in Brazil or add another destination
