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46 Day itinerary in Peru, South America

Lima to Rio de Janeiro (via Pantanal) Travel Pass

Embark on an unforgettable adventure from Peru to Brazil, traversing breathtaking landscapes and diverse cultures. Discover the vibrant city of Lima, explore the mystical ruins of Machu Picchu, and experience the natural wonders of the Pantanal, the world’s largest tropical wetland. Enjoy wildlife s... Read More

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Bamba Travel Inc

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Overview

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Recommended Age

Everyone

Operated in

English

GUIDANCE

On Some Day Trips

starting point

Lima

trip type

Private

trip attributes

Backpacking

Start

Night

End

Highlights

1

Discover the capital cities of La Paz and Lima  on a guided tour

2

Stay with an indigenous family on Lake Titicaca's floating islands

3

Trek the awe-inspiring Colca Canyon on a 3-day tour

4

Sail to the Ballestas Islands on a guided boat tour

Itinerary

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Day 1

place Day 1: Lima, Peru

Lima with a Local on a Bike

Departure Time: 10:00, 15:00

Duration: 3 hrs

We will meet three blocks away from Kennedy Park, where we will cover safety instructions and information about the amazing places we'll visit. Our tour will cover top sights around Miraflores and Barranco, including the Kennedy Park, Huaca Pucllana, Park of love, Larcomar, Bridge of Sights and Plaza Barranco. As you ride, you will enjoy an amazing view of the Pacific Ocean and street art, learn stories and fun facts about the neighborhoods and our culture. Along this tour we will talk about Peruvian food, spots, culture, local history and anything you'll like. When arriving Barranco feel free to ask your guide for a free beer!

Day 2

place Day 2: Paracas, Peru

Lima to Paracas

Type: Bus

Time: 05:15, 07:15, 07:45, 13:30

Duration: 3.5 Hours

Transfer from Lima to Paracas

Day 3

place Day 3: Paracas, Peru

Ballestas Islands Sightseeing Boat Ride (from Paracas)

Departure Time: 08:00, 10:00

Duration: 2 hrs

As you cruise west from the tiny beach town of Paracas, you won't be able to miss the Candelabra geoglyph, a 150m high and 50m wide figure of a candlestick etched into the mountain, rumored to have been an ancient guide for sailors or a connection to the Nazca lines. A short description and time for photos is given before cruising on to the famous Ballestas Islands.

Ballestas islands is an excellent opportunity to see large families of over 100 sea lions sleeping on the shores, basking in the sun on the rocks or some barking loudly in efforts to protect their territory. Spot cormorants, the Peruvian booby and Peruvian pelican as well as other impressive varieties of sea bird species and Humboldt penguins nesting together in small groups. Feeling lucky? Watch the waters for dolphins.

Apart from the abundant marine and bird life found here, the Ballestas Islands are also very well known for the guano (seabird droppings) deposited on the island over thousands of years which creates a natural reserve of nitrogen-rich fertilizer over 50 meters deep in some areas. The guano came to be Peru's #1 export in the mid-19th century however today the extraction of guano has been regulated to every 10 years.

The return trip to Paracas is a quick, very windy, direct boat ride to the dock. You should have some time to take photos of the friendly pelicans that hang out on the shore line beside the dock, do some souvenir shopping or grab a snack before heading on to your next destination.

Day 4

place Day 4: Ica, Peru

Paracas to Ica

Type: Bus

Time: 08:40, 10:40

Duration: 1.5 Hours

Transfer from Paracas to Ica

Please make your own way to the bus station to catch your bus to Ica.

Day 5

place Day 5: Huacachina, Peru

Huacachina Sand-Buggy & Sand-Boarding

Departure Time: 15:15

Duration: 2 hrs

Welcome to the quaint, quiet and cute oasis of Huacachina with its tranquil lagoon and backdrop of amazing sand dunes anywhere you turn to look. Get ready to cruise to the tops of 500 meter high sand dunes and go rocketing down the slopes in the sand buggy. A roller coaster ride of 360's, sharp turns and steep hills will get your adrenaline pumping before you take your first shot at sand boarding. Strap yourself in tightly, throw your hands in the air and scream away as you are carried over sand dunes in the middle of the expansive desert.

You will have the opportunity to sandboard on 3-4 different dunes so you can try your luck. You will take thrilling rides on a basic sandboard by laying face first on the board and letting yourself fly down the dune to see how far (and fast) you can go. Cheer on your mates and don't let anyone shy away from this unforgettable experience. Lastly, you will admire the breathtaking sunset over the vast desert landscape and have the chance to take photos in the golden twilight before racing back to Huacachina.

Day 6

place Day 6: Nazca, Peru

Ica to Nazca

Type: Bus

Time: 10.:20, 12:20, 13:05, 19:00, 20:30, 21:30

Duration: 2.5 Hours

Transfer from Ica to Nazca
Please make your own way to the bus station to catch your bus to Nazca.

Day 7

place Day 7: Arequipa, Peru

Nazca to Arequipa

Type: Bus (Overnight)

Time: 22:20, 23:15

Duration: 10.5 Hours

Transfer from Nazca to Arequipa

Day 8

place Day 8: Colca Canyon, Peru

Colca Canyon Trekking 2D/1N

Arequipa - Colca Canyon Trekking (B/L/D)

We will pick you up from your downtown accommodation between 3:00 a.m. to 3:30 a.m. and transfer you to Chivay town in the heart of the Colca Canyon. We'll have breakfast and then go directly to “Cruz Del Condor viewpoint” where we will see the flight of the condors. From here, we will make our way to the Mirador De San Miguel, the starting point of our trekking route. We will begin our hike towards the Colca Canyon at around 10:00 am by walking down to San Juan De Chucchu Village (3 ½ hours walking), where we will have lunch.  Afterward, we will hike back uphill through Cosnirgua and Malata villages arriving in Sangalle by the end of the day where you will have the opportunity to relax in the swimming pool (3 hours walking). Overnight in rustic bungalows.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation:

  • Travel Pass: Rustic Guesthouse
Day 9

place Day 9: Arequipa, Peru

Colca Canyon Trekking 2D/1N

Colca Canyon trekking - Arequipa (B)

Today, we will get an early start and begin trekking up to Cabanaconde town at around 05:00 am where we will have breakfast (3 hours steep uphill hike). From Cabanaconde, we will take our bus to Chivay Village making a few short stops along the way in Maca town and tourist viewpoints. Upon arrival to Chivay, we will visit the relaxing hot springs in town (30-40 minutes), the perfect remedy for our tired muscles and have lunch. On our way back to Arequipa we will stop to see the National Park and get beautiful views of the volcanoes (weather permitting) and to see native animals such as alpacas and vicuñas. Relax and enjoy the scenic ride back to Arequipa arriving around 6.00 pm.

Meals: Breakfast

Day 10

place Day 10: Arequipa, Peru

Free Day
Enjoy a free day to experience on your own

Day 11

place Day 11: Cuzco, Peru

Arequipa to Cuzco

Type: Bus (Overnight)

Time: 19:00, 20:00

Duration: 10 Hours

Transfer from Arequipa to Cuzco

Day 12

place Day 12: Cuzco, Peru

Market & Cooking Class with a Local

Departure Time: 9:00, 15:00

Duration: 4 hrs

Our Cusco Culinary cooking experience starts at San Pedro Market (at door number 1), with a visit to this historical and traditional local market. We will try some of the most exotic fruits of Peru, the best chocolate, local cheeses, and traditional bread. After that, we will walk to our cooking studio, a traditional house from 1922, that is part of the world heritage Cusco center. We will start our cooking classes preparing the national drink of Peru, passion fruit Pisco sour. Then, we will prepare three traditional Peruvian exquisite dishes and a delicious dessert. Our class is full hands on, and you will take part in all the preparation. After we finish we will enjoy all the food, and you will have a great Peruvian meal. After the class we will also send you the recipes, so then you can share your new talent, as a Peruvian chef, with your family and friends.

NOTE: To know your food requirements is very important. Our dishes are easy to be converted into vegetarian, so if you are vegetarian or Vegan this is the perfect class for you. This experience includes alcohol. Only guests who meet the legal drinking age will be served alcoholic beverages.

Meals: Lunch

Day 13

place Day 13: Cuzco, Peru

Free Day
Enjoy a free day to experience on your own

Day 14

place Day 14: Cuzco, Peru

Free Day
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Day 15

place Day 15: Puno, Peru

Cuzco to Puno

Type: Bus (Overnight)

Time: 22:15

Duration: 7 Hours

Transfer from Cuzco to Puno

Day 16

place Day 16: Luquina, Peru

Lake Titicaca & Luquina Homestay 2D/1N

Depart Puno for the Uros Floating Islands, Taquile Island & Luquina Homestay (L/D)

You will be picked up from your hostel between around 7:10 am and transferred to the port of Puno, where you will meet your guide and board the motorboat. The first stop will be the Uros Floating Islands, where you will spend about one hour. There are more than 90 floating islands and you will get the chance to visit two of them. On the first floating island, your guide will explain to you about the people who live on the floating islands. Then you will have some free time to walk around, visit the small huts made from reeds, take some pictures and buy a souvenir to support the people of these islands if you wish.

After this visit, you will continue on with a boat ride to Taquile Island. The people who live on this island are very famous because they are considered “the best weavers of Peru”. There, you will go on a beautiful hike for about one and a half hours to admire the panoramic of the lake. On your way, you will get the chance to visit a local family home where you will learn more about the famous textile from the island. You will then head towards the town square of Taquile and visit the handicraft shops to see the typical weaving. The square is also the highest point of the hike (3950 m or 12960 feet). You will finish the hike going to the second part of the island and take off in a boat (35 minutes of navigation) that will lead you to the Luquina community where you will overnight. Your host families will wait for you at the port of Luquina and will take you to their house. You will enjoy a delicious dinner with the local family before going to bed.

Meals: Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation:

  • Travel Pass: Luquina homestay
Day 17

place Day 17: Puno, Peru

Lake Titicaca & Luquina Homestay 2D/1N

Luquina community & Return to Puno (B/L)

Start the day quite early with a tasty breakfast with the family before getting the opportunity to participate in their daily activities such as sheep grazing, working in the crops, or even learning how to milk a cow. You will then enjoy a delicious lunch before saying goodbye to the family and leave the community. You will take the motorboat back to Puno, finishing the tour around 3:45 pm.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Day 18

place Day 18: Copacabana, Bolivia

Puno to Copacabana

Type: Bus

Time: 06:00, 07:30, 13:30

Duration: 5 Hours

Transfer from Puno to Copacabana

Please make your own way to the bus station to catch your bus to Copacabana.

Day 19

place Day 19: La Paz, Bolivia

Copacabana to La Paz

Type: Bus

Time: 13:30, 18:30

Duration: 4 Hours

Transfer from Copacabana to La Paz

Please make your own way to the bus station to catch your bus to La Paz.

Day 20

place Day 20: La Paz, Bolivia

La Paz Local Explorer

Departure Time: 14:00

Duration: 3 hrs

One of the best ways to see this offbeat and colorful city is in the sky! This adventure will show you the real La Paz exploring the amazing cable cars, the fascinating cemetery, local shamans and the pulsating city of El Alto with an amazing guide. This is one of the most stunning city tours in the world! Not only do you get to take in the magnificent views of La Paz and the surrounding mountains, but you also explore some of the most off the beaten path spots in the city! Take local transport up to the cemetery where we explore the open air street art museum and learn about the fascinating culture and traditions that can only be found here, then up to El Alto in the world’s most scenic form of transport, the teleferico (cable car). In El Alto we visit a local shaman and have the opportunity to get our fortunes read before exploring the city further and then taking 2 more telefericos back to the city center. Get a chance to see the real La Paz!

Day 21

place Day 21: La Paz, Bolivia

La Paz to Uyuni

Type: Cama* Bus (Overnight) [*subject to availability]

Time: 21:00

Duration: 10 Hours

Transfer from La Paz to Uyuni

Please make your own way to the bus station to catch your bus to Uyuni.

Day 22

place Day 22: Villa Candelaria, Bolivia

Uyuni Salt Flats & Desert Adventure 3D/2N (Uyuni to Uyuni)

Uyuni - Colchani - Incahuasi Island - Pia Pia Island - Candelaria (L/D)

Your tour will begin at 10:30 am, at the meeting point. The first stop will be Uyuni's 'train graveyard', to see the first locomotives in Bolivia. You’ll visit the small settlement of Colchani (salt miners’ workshops next to the salt flats). Here, you’ll see handicrafts made of salt, and textile art made of llama and alpaca fiber. The tour will continue onto the Great Salt Flats of Uyuni. Take photos as you cruise along the vast white expanse of salt, see Los Ojos de Agua Salada (‘salt water eyes’) and then visit a hotel made completely of salt! This amazing place currently serves as a museum.

Following this jam-packed morning, after lunch, you’ll carry on to “Isla Incahuasi” (Fish Island), where you will have time to take a hike to the top of the island to see giant cacti, and rock formations made of petrified coral. Make sure you and your group pose for some fun perspective- and proportion-distorted photos, taken against the backdrop of the striking white surface of the salt flats.

Then, you’ll head to Pia Pia island, to see the beautiful sunset over the salt flats. Finish off at the village of Candelaria, and enjoy the unique experience of spending the night in a hotel made almost entirely of salt.

Accommodation:Salt hostel "La Escondida" in VILLA CANDELARIA - double rooms. For Rainy season ( from January to April): Hotel in Culpina or other location (No access to the Salt Hostel during these months).  If you want a private room for the 2 nights you have to pay an extra cost of 250 BS/45 USD per person, and it's subject to availability, we recommend you to pre-order.

Meals: Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation:

  • Travel Pass: Basic Accommodationwith shared bathroom
Day 23

place Day 23: Polques, Bolivia

Uyuni Salt Flats & Desert Adventure 3D/2N (Uyuni to Uyuni)

Chiguana Desert - Lagoons - Eduardo Avaroa National Reserve - Red Lagoon Sol de Mañana Geyser (B/L/D)

Start the morning off at 7:00 am with breakfast, before going to visit the Chiguana Desert, located on the south side of the Uyuni salt flats. It is surrounded by volcanoes, such as the Ollague Volcano (5840m), one that is still active, and that can be seen from the lookout.

Continue along a rocky road - Pasito Tuntun - to the beautiful Andean lagoons, inhabited by 3 species of Andean flamingos. Marvel at three lagoons on the way: ‘Cañapa’ where you’ll spot the first pink flamingos, ‘Hedionda’ where lunch will be served, and ‘Chiarcota’ where you’ll see a wider variety of birds and altiplanic fauna.

Enter to the Eduardo Avaroa National Reserve, and visit the Desert of Siloli, at 4550m (the highest and driest desert in the world). Make sure you take a photo next to the 'Rock tree', a lava rock formation. Before arriving to your final destination of the day, make a stop at the viewpoint by the Red Lagoon, where you can spot more pink flamingos in their natural habitat, and admire this intense, red-colored lake. Stay the night at a shared family lodging, "HAYLLAJARA".

Accommodation:"HUAYLLAJARA" basic lodge (dorm of 6 beds shared bathroom. If you want a private room for the 2 nights you have to pay an extra cost of 250 BS/45 USD per person, and it's subject to availability, we recommend you to pre-order). There is no electricity (only for 3 hours, 18:00 hrs to 21:00 hrs)

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation:

  • Travel Pass: Basic Accommodationwith shared bathroom
Day 24

place Day 24: Uyuni, Bolivia

Uyuni Salt Flats & Desert Adventure 3D/2N (Uyuni to Uyuni)

Dali Desert - Green Lagoon – Uyuni (B/L)

At 5 a.m. (depend on the season), you will have an early breakfast and start your tour day with a visit to Sol de Mañana Geyser. You’ll walk alongside fumaroles, and steaming craters filled with boiling pots of mud at 150-200 Cº. Continue to the open air hot springs, and take a bath in 35ºC water.

The first place to visit is the Dali Desert, where Salvador Dali found inspiration for his work from the scattered boulders in the middle of the desert. See the Green Lagoon - toxic copper water at the foot of the big Licancabur volcano, which sits at 6000m, a few kilometers from the Bolivia-Chile border.

Finally, you’ll head back to Uyuni, passing beautiful scenery along the way, and eating a picnic lunch next to the roadside. You’ll go by the Valley of the Rocks, the Alota settlement, and the San Cristobal Village.

We’ll get back to Uyuni by 6:30 pm.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Day 25

place Day 25: Potosi, Bolivia

Uyuni to Potosi

Type: Bus

Time: 10:00,16:00

Transfer from Uyuni to Potosi

Please make your own way to the bus station to catch your bus to Potosi.

Day 26

place Day 26: Potosi, Bolivia

Free Day
Enjoy a free day to experience on your own

Day 27

place Day 27: Sucre, Bolivia

Potosi to Sucre

Type: Bus

Time: 07:00, 10:00, 13:00, 17:00

Duration: 3 Hours

Transfer from Potosi to Sucre

Please make your own way to the bus station to catch your bus to Sucre.

Day 28

place Day 28: Sucre, Bolivia

Sucre Cooking Class & Cocktail Making with a Local

Departure Time: 11:00, 17:00

Duration: 3 hrs

Bolivia is fast becoming a gastronomic hot-spot with its abundance of local Bolivian dishes and their distinct flavours which sets it apart from the rest of the world. In this interactive half day cookery class, our local chef will teach you the art of preparing a delicious 3-course meal and a Bolivian hot sauce whilst learning about local ingredients and traditional cooking methods such as the Batan. Shake up your very own cocktail using Bolivian spirits and seasonal fruits as demonstrated by the chef. Under 18s and non-drinkers make a mocktail. Finish off the experience by dining together in the company of the chef and receive a recipe of the main dish to recreate it for friends and family! We are passionate about the Bolivian food scene and want to share our passion for Bolivian food with like-minded travellers.


Sample Menu:


  • Starter: "Ensalada de Yuyu" - Succulent purslane shoots served on a selection of baby Bolivian potatoes with Creole cheese and lemon dressing.
  • Main: "Cazuela de Maní" - A peanut based dish that packs in chicken, vegetables, pasta and a generous garnish of straw fries.
  • Dessert: "Singani Chocolate Capas" - Layers of chocolate bizcocho infused with Singani coffee liqueur layered with Chantilly cream.


NOTE: With prior notice we can adapt certain recipes to accommodate dietary requirements including vegetarian and vegan. Example main dishes include Picante de Pollo, Cazuela de Maní, Papas Rellenas or Mondongo Chuquisaqueño.

Meals: Lunch

Day 29

place Day 29: Santa Cruz, Bolivia

Sucre to Santa Cruz

Type: Flight

Time: Check availability

Transfer from Sucre to Santa Cruz

You will be transferred to Sucre airport in time for your flight to Santa Cruz.

Day 30

place Day 30: Puerto Quijarro, Bolivia

Santa Cruz to Puerto Quijarro

Type: Train

Time: Check availability

Transfer from Santa Cruz to Puerto Quijarro

Please make your own way to the train station to catch your train to Puerto Quijarro.

Day 31

place Day 31: Corumba, Brazil

Puerto Quijarro to Corumba

Type: Travel this bus section on your own

Time: Anytime

Transfer from Puerto Quijarro to Corumba

Day 32

place Day 32: Corumba, Brazil

Pantanal Adventure 4D/3N (Corumba to Bonito)

Corumba Departure to the Pantanal (L/D)

Please make your way to Corumba bus station for your transfer to Pantanal. You will be taken to your wetland lodge accommodation. After a warm welcome by the friendly staff, get settled and check out the list of activities you can do over the next few days.

Meals: Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation:

  • Travel Pass: Lodge Accommodation
Day 33

place Day 33: Pantanal, Brazil

Pantanal Adventure 4D/3N (Corumba to Bonito)

Pantanal Activities (B/L/D)

Throughout your stay in Pantanal, you will enjoy meals as you join in a variety of activities. There will be boat trips along the river, night safari by boat, horseback riding, fishing for Piranha, walking tours, jeep safaris, alligator spotting and canoeing. No matter what you do you are sure to have fun! Make sure you are camera-ready as during your excursions within this large freshwater floodplain, you will get plentiful opportunities to observe native wildlife such as alligators, capybaras, armadillos, jaguars and a wide variety of birds.

*Note: Your guide will help you organise the activities you participate in and they are subject to availability and weather conditions.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation:

  • Travel Pass: Lodge Accommodation
Day 34

place Day 34: Pantanal, Brazil

Pantanal Adventure 4D/3N (Corumba to Bonito)

Pantanal Activities (B/L/D)

Continue with the variety of activities that this place has to offer to you. Don´t forget to take a lot of pictures to show your friends and family what you have been up to!

*Note: Your guide will help you organise the activities you participate in and they are subject to availability and weather conditions.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation:

  • Travel Pass: Lodge Accommodation
Day 35

place Day 35: Bonito, Brazil

Pantanal Adventure 4D/3N (Corumba to Bonito)

Transfer Pantanal to Bonito (B)

Say goodbye to the Pantanal, your head full of wonderful memories, and return by shuttle at 13:30 hrs to Bonito arriving between 17:30-18:00 hrs. On the way back, admire your beautiful pictures and get ready to brag to your friends about this once-in-a-lifetime adventure! If you are planning a flight today, please make sure you book it after 19:00 hrs so you have plenty of time to connect. Otherwise, stay overnight and depart the following day at your leisure.

Meals: Breakfast

Day 36

place Day 36: Bonito, Brazil

Free Day
Enjoy a free day to experience on your own

Day 37

place Day 37: Campo Grande, Brazil

Bonito to Campo Grande

Type: Shuttle

Time: None

Duration: 4.5 Hours

Transfer from Bonito to Campo Grande

You will be picked up at your accommodation/meeting point for your shuttle transfer to Campo Grande, where you’ll be dropped off at your next accommodation/meeting point.

Day 38

place Day 38: Sao Paulo, Brazil

Campo Grande to Sao Paulo

Type: Bus

Time: 09:00, 15:00, 17:00, 20:30, 21:00, 23:40

Duration: 12 Hours

Transfer from Campo Grande to Sao Paulo

Please make your own way to the bus station to catch your bus to Sao Paulo.

Day 39

place Day 39: Sao Paulo, Brazil

Free Day
Enjoy a free day to experience on your own

Day 40

place Day 40: Sao Paulo, Brazil

The Hidden Gems of Sao Paulo

Departure Time: 13:00

Duration: 2:30 hrs

Best way to take a look at one of the biggest cities on the planet? From the bottom to the top, of course! We'll be visiting some underground, overground and over the top historical locations that will help you understand the development of Sao Paulo. Sao Paulo's Old town is like a big maze. So bring your enthusiasm and your curiosity! The tour starts inside Sao Paulo's Sé Cathedral, one of the most iconic landmarks in the city. After that, we're going to see the amazing Ground Zero. Then, the tour continues through some cultural centers, the City Hall, the Opera House and then inside the famous Galerias, ending at the iconic Copan Building, designed by Oscar Niemeyer.

NOTE: Some of the attractions may be unavailable due to weather conditions. We'll be walking for 2 kilometers during the period of 2 hours. Bottled water for purchase and toilets will be available during the route.

Day 41

place Day 41: Paraty, Brazil

Sao Paulo to Paraty

Type: Shuttle

Time: 08:30, 14:30

Transfer from Sao Paulo to Paraty

You will be picked up at your accommodation/meeting point for your shuttle transfer to Paraty, where you’ll be dropped off at your next accommodation/meeting point.

Day 42

place Day 42: Paraty, Brazil

Schooner Boat Trip

Departure Time: 10:30

Duration: 5 hrs

Depart from the colonial harbour at Paraty for a scenic ride into the Paraty Bay. Enjoy stopping along the way at several of the most beautiful beaches and islands in the bay of Paraty, all surrounded by dense rainforest. Enjoy four 40-minute stops at two beaches and two islands. Take advantage of these pristine natural wonders to go for a refreshing swim, snorkel among colourful tropical fish, or sunbathe on a relaxing sandy beach. Although the exact locations vary for each tour, depending on weather conditions and beach capacity, the tours could pass through the islands of: Comprida, Algodão, Cotia and also the beaches of Praia Vermelha, Praia da Lula, and Saco da Velha among many others.

Meals: Snacks

Day 43

place Day 43: Ilha Grande, Brazil

Paraty to Ilha Grande

Type: Shuttle + Boat

Time: 08:00, 11:00, 14:30

Duration: 4 Hours

Transfer from Paraty to Ilha Grande

You will be picked up at your accommodation for a private transfer to the ferry terminal in time for your departure.

(There's no 14:30 bus on 24/12 and 31/12; and 08:00 bus on 01/01)

Day 44

place Day 44: Ilha Grande, Brazil

Lopez Mendes Boat & Trekking Experience

Departure Time: 09:30, 10:30, 11:30

Duration: 6 hrs

Today you will take a boat tour to the stunning Lopez Mendes beach, considered one of the most beautiful beaches in Brazil. It is a 3 km long beach of white sand, clear water with waves and wild nature, all part of an environmental protected area. The tour starts at the Abraão Pier where you will take the boat for a 45 min ride until the Pouso beach. From there, start an easy walk (30 minutes) until you reach the amazing Lopes Mendes beach. Get the chance to snorkel, swim and relax on Lopes Mendes before taking the boat back to Cais do Abraão.

Day 45

place Day 45: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Ilha Grande to Rio de Janeiro

Type: Shuttle + Boat

Time: 10:00, 13:30, 17:30

Duration: 4 Hours

Transfer from Ilha Grande to Rio de Janeiro

You will be picked up at your accommodation for a private transfer to the ferry terminal in time for your departure.

(There's no 17:30 bus on 24/12 and 31/12; and 10:00 bus on 01/01)

Day 46

place Day 46: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Carioca City Tour

Departure Time: 09:00

Duration: 7 hrs

This specially designed Carioca Expedition is a tour in Rio de Janeiro that provides you with the unique chance to see the best highlights of the city. Our day starts with an accommodation pick-up where you will be met by your professional English speaking tour guide. We will make the first stop of the day at the hang gliding landing area at Sao Conrado beach where the hang gliders land after they take off from Pedra Bonita. Admire the incredible views of the mountains from the coast and contemplate making time in your schedule for a paragliding session.

From there, the mini-bus will take you to the Tijuca National Park and get a glimpse of the greenest tropical rainforest. This is the best spot to check how nature and urban areas can coexist. See waterfalls, tropical plants, trees and wildlife. Make a stop for lunch (not included) in Ipanema and transfer to the Christ The Redeemer Statue where you can take as many photos as your heart desires. Visit Santa Teresa, one of the oldest and most traditional neighbourhoods of Rio. See the well preserved original architecture and feel the character of this unique neighborhood.

At the end of your Rio day tour you will see the colorful Lapa steps “Escadaria Selaron" where Snoop Dogg shot his famous video for Beautiful. Finally, you will be offered two options. The first option is to be dropped off at the Sugarloaf Mountain where you can hop on the gondola and watch the sunset from the top of the hill (The ticket is not included in the package price) or choose to return to the door of your hotel.

What’s Included

Accommodation expand_less

  • Rustic Guesthouse
  • Lodge Accommodation
  • Basic Accommodationwith shared bathroom
  • Luquina homestay

Meals expand_less

  • Breakfast (8)
  • Lunch (11)
  • Dinner (7)
  • Snacks (1)

Transport expand_less

  • Lima to Paracas
  • Paracas to Huacachina
  • Huacachina to Nazca
  • Nazca to Arequipa
  • Arequipa to Cuzco
  • Cuzco to Puno
  • Puno to Copacabana
  • Copacabana to La Paz
  • La Paz to Uyuni
  • Uyuni to Potosi
  • Potosi to Sucre
  • Sucre to Santa Cruz
  • Santa Cruz to Puerto Quijarro
  • Puerto Quijarro to Corumba
  • Bonito to Campo Grande
  • Sao Paulo to Paraty
  • Paraty to Ilha Grande
  • Ilha Grande to Rio de Janeiro
  • Campo Grande to Sao Paulo

Activities expand_less

  • Lima with a Local on a Bike
  • Ballestas Islands Sightseeing Boat Ride (from Paracas)
  • Huacachina Sand-Buggy & Sand-Boarding
  • Market & Cooking Class with a Local
  • La Paz Local Explorer
  • Sucre Cooking Class & Cocktail Making with a Local
  • The Hidden Gems of Sao Paulo
  • Schooner Boat Trip
  • Carioca City Tour
  • Colca Canyon Trekking 2D/1N
  • Lake Titicaca & Luquina Homestay 2D/1N
  • Uyuni Salt Flats & Desert Adventure 3D/2N (Uyuni to Uyuni)
  • Pantanal Adventure 4D/3N (Corumba to Bonito)
  • Lopez Mendes Boat & Trekking Experience

Not Included expand_less

  • Other Meals / Drinks
  • Accommodations where not mentioned
  • Guide throughout the trip
  • Tips & Gratuities
  • Personal Expenses
  • Travel Insurance

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