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Across the Andes · Seven Countries in South America, 29 Days

Small-Group JourneyLand JourneySeven South American countries in one long-form journeyAndean landscapes, cultural capitals, natural wonders and classic South America highlightsLand-based itinerary for travelers seeking depth and variety across the continent
29 daysTrip
Feb 20, 2027 – Mar 20, 2027Departure
From CNY 168,800Starting Fare
Land JourneyTransport / Stays
Across the Andes · Seven Countries in South America, 29 Days

Route Map

Route shown for orientation. The final sailing sequence, ports, landings and activities are determined by the operator and prevailing conditions.

Across the Andes · Seven Countries in South America, 29 Days route map

Journey Overview

Travel Dates
Feb 20, 2027 - Mar 20, 2027
Destinations
Colombia, Peru, Bolivia, Chile, Brazil, Argentina, Uruguay
Duration
25 nights / 29 days
Journey Style
Seven-Country South America Grand Journey
Group Size
Small Premium Group
Transport Style
Land Journey

A 29-day land-based small-group journey across Colombia, Peru, Bolivia, Chile, Brazil, Argentina and Uruguay, designed as a broad South America overland journey.

Route Map

Route shown for orientation. The final sailing sequence, ports, landings and activities are determined by the operator and prevailing conditions.

Across the Andes · Seven Countries in South America, 29 Days route map

Journey Highlights

Bogotá: Highland Capital and Gold Civilization

Bogotá: Highland Capital and Gold Civilization
  • The South America journey crosses seven countries with Andean scenery, major cities, natural landmarks and a longer-paced land itinerary.
  • Actual visits and sequence are subject to final supplier documents, weather, traffic and local operating conditions.

Lima: World Heritage Old Town by the Pacific

Lima: World Heritage Old Town by the Pacific
  • The South America journey crosses seven countries with Andean scenery, major cities, natural landmarks and a longer-paced land itinerary.
  • Actual visits and sequence are subject to final supplier documents, weather, traffic and local operating conditions.

Puerto Maldonado: Gateway to the Peruvian Amazon

Puerto Maldonado: Gateway to the Peruvian Amazon
  • Stay in the rainforest with guided canoe, trail, canopy or lagoon activities depending on the lodge program.
  • Wildlife viewing may include birds, monkeys, reptiles, amphibians and nocturnal species, always subject to season and conditions.

Machu Picchu, Sacred Valley and Cusco

Machu Picchu, Sacred Valley and Cusco
  • This long-form South America route connects major natural and cultural highlights across multiple countries.
  • Flights, border crossings, high-altitude segments and remote-area visits require flexible timing and final supplier confirmation.

La Paz and Uyuni Salt Flats

La Paz and Uyuni Salt Flats
  • This long-form South America route connects major natural and cultural highlights across multiple countries.
  • Flights, border crossings, high-altitude segments and remote-area visits require flexible timing and final supplier confirmation.

Santiago, Valparaiso and Easter Island

Santiago, Valparaiso and Easter Island
  • This long-form South America route connects major natural and cultural highlights across multiple countries.
  • Flights, border crossings, high-altitude segments and remote-area visits require flexible timing and final supplier confirmation.

Rio de Janeiro: Mountains, Sea and City Icons

Rio de Janeiro: Mountains, Sea and City Icons
  • This long-form South America route connects major natural and cultural highlights across multiple countries.
  • Flights, border crossings, high-altitude segments and remote-area visits require flexible timing and final supplier confirmation.

Iguazú Falls From Brazil and Argentina

Iguazú Falls From Brazil and Argentina
  • This long-form South America route connects major natural and cultural highlights across multiple countries.
  • Flights, border crossings, high-altitude segments and remote-area visits require flexible timing and final supplier confirmation.

Buenos Aires and Colonia, Uruguay

Buenos Aires and Colonia, Uruguay
  • This long-form South America route connects major natural and cultural highlights across multiple countries.
  • Flights, border crossings, high-altitude segments and remote-area visits require flexible timing and final supplier confirmation.

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Use the alongside the day-by-day itinerary for a clear view of the journey.

DAY 1-2 Feb 20-21

International Departure / Bogotá

Reference meals: breakfast in flight; lunch in flight; dinner local meal

Depart internationally and connect to Bogotá. Arrival, meals, hotel check-in and rest are arranged according to the final flight schedule.

DAY 3 Feb 22

Bogotá

Reference meals: breakfast at hotel; lunch local meal; dinner arranged locally

Explore Bogotá's old town, the Gold Museum, Bolivar Square, government buildings and colorful street-art areas, then view the city from Monserrate when conditions allow.

DAY 4 Feb 23

Bogotá to Lima

Depart internationally and connect to Bogotá. Arrival, meals, hotel check-in and rest are arranged according to the final flight schedule.

DAY 5 Feb 24

Lima to Puerto Maldonado, Amazon Rainforest

Suggested hotel: Inkaterra Reserva Amazonica Lodge

Continue to Lima for Pacific-coast city heritage, historic districts and culinary or museum visits as arranged.

DAY 6 Feb 25

Puerto Maldonado, Amazon Rainforest

Suggested hotel: Inkaterra Reserva Amazonica Lodge · Reference meals: breakfast at hotel; lunch local meal; dinner local meal

Enter the Peruvian Amazon through Puerto Maldonado, then continue by local transfer to the rainforest lodge area for guided wildlife activities.

DAY 7 Feb 26

Puerto Maldonado - Cusco - Sacred Valley

Suggested hotel: Tambo del Inka, A Luxury Collection Resort & Spa or similar

Enter the Peruvian Amazon through Puerto Maldonado, then continue by local transfer to the rainforest lodge area for guided wildlife activities.

DAY 8 Feb 27

Urubamba - Machu Picchu - Urubamba

Explore the Sacred Valley, Cusco and Machu Picchu region, with Inca heritage, mountain scenery and rail or road transfers subject to final ticketing.

DAY 9 Feb 28

Urubamba - Sacred Valley - Cusco

Explore the Sacred Valley, Cusco and Machu Picchu region, with Inca heritage, mountain scenery and rail or road transfers subject to final ticketing.

DAY 10 Mar 1

Cusco

Reference meals: breakfast at hotel; lunch local meal; dinner local meal

Explore the Sacred Valley, Cusco and Machu Picchu region, with Inca heritage, mountain scenery and rail or road transfers subject to final ticketing.

DAY 11 Mar 2

Cusco to La Paz

Explore the Sacred Valley, Cusco and Machu Picchu region, with Inca heritage, mountain scenery and rail or road transfers subject to final ticketing.

DAY 12 Mar 3

La Paz to Uyuni

Continue through Bolivia for La Paz and Uyuni Salt Flats, including high-altitude landscapes, salt-flat scenery and local touring under weather-dependent conditions.

DAY 13 Mar 4

Uyuni Salt Flats Experience

Reference meals: breakfast at hotel; lunch local meal; dinner arranged locally

Continue through Bolivia for La Paz and Uyuni Salt Flats, including high-altitude landscapes, salt-flat scenery and local touring under weather-dependent conditions.

DAY 14 Mar 5

Uyuni to La Paz

Reference meals: breakfast at hotel; lunch arranged locally; dinner at hotel

Continue through Bolivia for La Paz and Uyuni Salt Flats, including high-altitude landscapes, salt-flat scenery and local touring under weather-dependent conditions.

DAY 15 Mar 6

La Paz to Santiago

Reference meals: breakfast at hotel; lunch in flight; dinner arranged locally

Visit Santiago and Rábida areas for lava formations, red beaches, snorkeling opportunities, seabirds, sea lions and volcanic island scenery.

DAY 16 Mar 7

Santiago to Easter Island

Suggested hotel: NAYARA HANGA ROA

Visit Santiago and Rábida areas for lava formations, red beaches, snorkeling opportunities, seabirds, sea lions and volcanic island scenery.

DAY 17 Mar 8

Easter Island

Suggested hotel: NAYARA HANGA ROA · Reference meals: breakfast at hotel; lunch local meal; dinner local meal

Fly to or explore Easter Island, focusing on moai sites, volcanic landscapes and Rapa Nui culture with local guide arrangements.

DAY 18 Mar 9

Easter Island to Santiago

Visit Santiago and Rábida areas for lava formations, red beaches, snorkeling opportunities, seabirds, sea lions and volcanic island scenery.

DAY 19 Mar 10

Santiago - Valparaiso - Santiago

Reference meals: breakfast at hotel; lunch local meal; dinner arranged locally

Visit Santiago and Rábida areas for lava formations, red beaches, snorkeling opportunities, seabirds, sea lions and volcanic island scenery.

DAY 20 Mar 11

Santiago to Rio de Janeiro

Suggested hotel: Hilton Copacabana Rio de Janeiro · Reference meals: breakfast at hotel; lunch in flight; dinner local meal

Visit Santiago and Rábida areas for lava formations, red beaches, snorkeling opportunities, seabirds, sea lions and volcanic island scenery.

DAY 21 Mar 12

Rio de Janeiro

Suggested hotel: Hilton Copacabana Rio de Janeiro · Reference meals: breakfast at hotel; lunch local meal; dinner arranged locally

Visit Rio de Janeiro's mountain-and-sea city landmarks, with touring adapted to weather, traffic and access conditions.

DAY 22 Mar 13

Rio de Janeiro to Brazilian Iguazú

Visit Rio de Janeiro's mountain-and-sea city landmarks, with touring adapted to weather, traffic and access conditions.

DAY 23 Mar 14

Brazilian Iguazú to Argentine Iguazú

Reference meals: breakfast at hotel; lunch local meal; dinner local meal

Experience Iguazú Falls from the Brazilian and/or Argentine sides, subject to border timing, park rules and weather conditions.

DAY 24 Mar 15

Argentine Iguazú to Buenos Aires

Suggested hotel: Park Hyatt or similar

Experience Iguazú Falls from the Brazilian and/or Argentine sides, subject to border timing, park rules and weather conditions.

DAY 25 Mar 16

Buenos Aires

Suggested hotel: Park Hyatt or similar

Explore Buenos Aires through its plazas, neighborhoods, architecture, tango culture or dining arrangements according to the final program.

DAY 26 Mar 17

Buenos Aires - Colonia - Buenos Aires

Suggested hotel: Park Hyatt or similar · Reference meals: breakfast at hotel; lunch local meal; dinner arranged locally

Cross to Colonia, Uruguay, for a day of colonial streets and riverside heritage before returning to Buenos Aires.

DAY 27-29 Mar 18-20

Buenos Aires / Return Travel

Reference meals: breakfast at hotel; lunch arranged locally; dinner in flight

Explore Buenos Aires through its plazas, neighborhoods, architecture, tango culture or dining arrangements according to the final program.

Daily routing, visits, hotels, cruise calls, landings and wildlife activities are subject to final voyage documents, supplier operations, weather, sea state, traffic, local rules and conservation requirements.

Transport and Stay Arrangements

Land Journey

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Land Journey supports the Galápagos cruise portion of Across the Andes · Seven Countries in South America, 29 Days, with yacht accommodation, dining, naturalist interpretation and small-boat operations arranged under local operator and national-park rules.

Details
Grand Hyatt Bogotá; Intercontinental Real Lima Miraflores Hotel; Inkaterra Reserva Amazonica Lodge; Tambo del Inka; Monasterio, A Belmond Hotel, Cusco; Casa Grande Hotel; Hotel de Sal Luna Salada; Mandarin Oriental; NAYARA HANGA ROA; Hilton Copacabana Rio de Janeiro; Gran Melia Iguazú; Park Hyatt or similar

Public Areas

  • Restaurant and lounge venues
  • Observation or open-deck spaces
  • Briefing or lecture space
  • Fitness or wellness facilities when available
  • Expedition or shore-excursion support
Lodging City Hotel image
Lodging Amazon image
Lodging Uyuni image

Fares & Inclusions

Cabin Fares

Cabin Description Price
Land Journey Seat Deck, size and occupancy are confirmed in the cabin table for this departure. From CNY 168,800

What's Included

  • Hotel accommodation shown in the itinerary, based on double occupancy.
  • Meals listed in the itinerary, excluding meals during flights, layovers or self-arranged periods unless stated.
  • Listed transportation, sightseeing, admission tickets and local arrangements in the itinerary.

What's Not Included

  • Travel insurance plan arranged for the itinerary.
  • Single supplement for hotels, yacht cabins or cruise cabins.

Good to Know

Booking & Travel Terms

  • U.S. visa fees and application costs.

Booking & Travel Terms

  • Detailed booking, payment, visa, cancellation and operating terms follow the confirmed quote and signed travel contract.

Booking & Travel Terms

  • Detailed booking, payment, visa, cancellation and operating terms follow the confirmed quote and signed travel contract.
  • Listed transportation, sightseeing, admission tickets and local arrangements in the itinerary.