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south america
journey to tierra del fuego - cusco to ushuaia
is this trip for me?
This trip is a combination of 2 journeys, Llamas, Lagunas and Inca Trails (XCS) p67 and Overland to Tierra del Fuego (XSU) p69. A moderately paced journey that explores the western countries of the continent. Getting to see the sights of the region as well as off the beaten track to discover the hidden treasures. Be prepared for the colder mountain and altiplano conditions. Great mountain trekking and community involvement. Rating: Challenging. Crew: 2 crew, local guides as necessary. Vehicle: Classic Dragoman truck. Accommodation: 35% camping, 65% hotels. Campsites, wildcamps, hostels/hotels.
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7 weeks
· 3 nights free to explore the awesome Los Glaciares NP · Guided full day trip to Moreno Glacier · 3 or 4 nights to explore in depth the rugged Torres del Paine NP · Overland through the southern most part of the Americas, Tierra del Fuego · Guided tour of Tierra del Fuego NP Notes: Optional Classic Inca Trail see p63
what's included?
Week 1: Peru: · 7 nights in and around Cusco and the Urubamba Valley · Sacred Valley tour and entrances to all major sites · Hike Inca Trails in the Andes above the Sacred Valley · Inca Trail community project with local Quechua village · Guided visit to Machu Picchu, the Lost City of the Incas Weeks 2-3: Bolivia: · Traverse the high Altiplano of Peru to Lake Titicaca · Take a boat to Lake Titicaca's Isla del Sol · 2 night stay in the bizarre city of La Paz · Overland to the colonial city of Potosi · Take jeeps out onto the Bolivian Salt Flats · 2 day exploration of Bolivia's high Altiplano, Laguna Colorado and Verde · Descend from Altiplano to San Pedro de Atacama Weeks 4-5: Chile: · Explore the Atacama desert and beaches · Discover the valleys and estancia region · Visit Chile's famed wine region to stock up for the journey · 3 nights free in Chilean Lake District · 2 or 3 night stay in Bariloche, stunning mountain resort Weeks 6-7: Argentina & Chile: · Wildcamp by scenic lake in Los Alerces NP
Go to: www.dragoman.com
for trip notes for ultimate overlands p78-83 incorporating this trip see
enter trip code: WCU
overland to tierra del fuego - santiago to ushuaia
is this trip for me?
A comprehensive trip with time to explore, see the sights and excellent Patagonian trekking. Climatic conditions will vary from the warmth of the beaches to cold mountainous areas. Travelling on a mixture of roads mainly good tar or gravel. Rating: Challenging. Crew: 2 crew, local guides as necessary. Vehicle: Classic Dragoman truck. Accommodation: 80% camping, 20% hotels. Mainly campsites, some wildcamps, hostels/hotels.
21 nights
what else can I do?
· Trek up Mt. Villarica, an active volcano · Horseriding, white-water rafting or hikes around Pucon · Boat trips, treks, bikes and horse riding in stunning mountains · Hikes, boat trips and horses in Los Glaciares NP · Ice walk up, boat trip to or horse riding near the Moreno Glacier · Horse rides, and various treks in Torres del Paine NP · Beagle channel boat trips and sightseeing flights from Ushuaia
what's included?
Nights 1-6: Chilean Lake District: · Visit Chile's famed wine region to stock up for the journey · 3 nights free in Chilean Lake District & Pucon Nights 7-15: Argentinian Lake District: · 2 or 3 night stay in Bariloche, stunning mountain resort · Wildcamp by scenic lake in Los Alerces NP · 3 nights free to explore the awesome Los Glaciares NP · Guided full day trip to Moreno Glacier Nights 16-19: Chilean Patagonia: · 3 or 4 nights to explore in depth the rugged Torres del Paine NP Nights 20-21: Argentina, Tierra del Fuego: · Overland through the southern most part of the Americas, Tierra del Fuego · Guided tour of Tierra del Fuego NP
Go to: www.dragoman.com
for trip notes for ultimate overlands p78-83 incorporating this trip see
enter trip code: XSU
patagonia, penguins & pantanal - ushuaia to rio
is this trip for me?
A moderately paced journey taking you to all the sites and those less known as well. Road conditions will vary but much on good surfaces. Climatic conditions from hot sunny beaches, steamy wetlands and cooler Patagonian mountains. Rating: Moderate. Crew: 2 crew and local guides as necessary. Vehicle: Classic Dragoman truck. Accommodation: 80% camping, 20% hotels. Mainly campsites, some bushcamps, hostels/hotels.
23 nights
what else can I do?
· Beagle channel boat trips and sightseeing flights from Ushuaia · Winter boat trips to find southern right whales off the Valdez Peninsular · Boat trips, forest hikes and helicopter over Iguazu Falls Notes: Optional 5 night Rio Carnival Package p75
what's included?
Nights 1-5: Argentinian Coast & Pampa: · Guided tour of Tierra del Fuego NP · Overland through the southern most part of the Americas, Tierra del Fuego · Journey across the wild plains of Patagonia · Guided day to the penguin colonies at Punta Tombo NP · Guided visit to Valdez Peninsular to meet the elephant seals and sealions Nights 6-11: Pampa & Tango City: · Overland through the vast Pampas, home to the cowboy Gauchos · 3 or 4 nights to explore Buenos Aires, the coolest city in South America Nights 12-15: Argentinian Wetlands: · Boat trips and wildlife treks in the pantanal of the Esteros del Ibera · Jesuit ruins of San Ignacio de Mini Mission Nights 16-23: Argentina & Brazil: · 2 full days to discover the unbelievable Iguazu Falls · 3 days along Brazil's Emerald Coast around Parati · Laid back boat trips to islands off Parati
Go to: www.dragoman.com
for trip notes for ultimate overlands p78-83 incorporating this trip see
enter trip code: XUR
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