Lima to Ushuaia Overland Between Lima and Ushuaia

If you love walking there can be few better places than the area around Cusco in Peru. We spend 7 days exploring the Urubamba Valley around Machu Picchu, along a network of paths making up the Inca Trail. We stay with our Quechua hosts as part of our community project in the area, and get a remarkable insight into the lives of the locals. Heading for the coast we take a boat trip out to the wildlife sanctuary of the Ballestas Islands, and visit the Colca Canyon, famed for its condors, as well as the extraordinary Nazca Lines - just some of the highlights on this incredible Peruvian odyssey.

If you love walking there can be few better places than the area around Cusco in Peru. We spend 7 days exploring the Urubamba Valley around Machu Picchu, along a network of paths making up the Inca Trail. We stay with our Quechua hosts as part of our community project in the area, and get a remarkable insight into the lives of the locals. Heading for the coast we take a boat trip out to the wildlife sanctuary of the Ballestas Islands, and visit the Colca Canyon, famed for its condors, as well as the extraordinary Nazca Lines - just some of the highlights on this incredible Peruvian odyssey.

Experience the wonders of the land of the Incas on this short but comprehensive journey to some of the highlights of this mysterious empire. We'll spend a week in Peru's stunning Urubamba Valley, hiking the network of paths that became known as the Inca Trail, tour the Sacred Valley and visit the incredible sight of Machu Picchu, perched upon a ridge surrounded by mountains. We'll overland across the high plains of the Altiplano heading for Lake Titicaca, taking boat trips out to the Uros Islands and the Isla del Sol, birthplace of the sun and moon in Inca mythology. We end our trip in Bolivia's capital La Paz, highest city in the world.

Experience the wonders of the land of the Incas on this short but comprehensive journey to some of the highlights of this mysterious empire. We'll spend a week in Peru's stunning Urubamba Valley, hiking the network of paths that became known as the Inca Trail, tour the Sacred Valley and visit the incredible sight of Machu Picchu, perched upon a ridge surrounded by mountains. We'll overland across the high plains of the Altiplano heading for Lake Titicaca, taking boat trips out to the Uros Islands and the Isla del Sol, birthplace of the sun and moon in Inca mythology. We end our trip in Bolivia's capital La Paz, highest city in the world.

A real overland adventure, travelling from the heights of the Andes to the lush valleys of Chile, on this trip we'll embark upon a crossing of Bolivia's rugged Altiplano. It's a remote and inhospitable area, but our trucks are designed for these conditions, and we'll go far off the usual tourist trail. En route we'll traverse the unreal landscape of the Uyuni salt flats, see the beautiful Laguna Verde and visit the wild Argentinian Cordillera, where we'll experience life on an estancia and get the chance to go riding with gauchos - South American cowboys. We'll visit the fertile wine-growing area before crossing into Chile and ending our South American journey in Santiago.

A real overland adventure, travelling from the heights of the Andes to the lush valleys of Chile, on this trip we'll embark upon a crossing of Bolivia's rugged Altiplano. It's a remote and inhospitable area, but our trucks are designed for these conditions, and we'll go far off the usual tourist trail. En route we'll traverse the unreal landscape of the Uyuni salt flats, see the beautiful Laguna Verde and visit the wild Argentinian Cordillera, where we'll experience life on an estancia and get the chance to go riding with gauchos - South American cowboys. We'll visit the fertile wine-growing area before crossing into Chile and ending our South American journey in Santiago.

Patagonia has long been synonymous with remoteness, and on this challenging overland trip we'll literally be going to the ends of the earth, heading for Tierra del Fuego. We explore Chile's spectacular Lake District, trekking in the national parks and relaxing in the hot pools of Pucon. This trip is packed full of exhilarating outdoor activities set in some genuinely stunning landscapes, from the wild fjords of Chile to the icy ramparts of the Torres del Paine. We'll visit the awe-inspiring Perito Moreno Glacier with a guide, explore Los Glaciares National Park and end our trip in Ushuaia, beyond which lies only Antarctica.

Patagonia has long been synonymous with remoteness, and on this challenging overland trip we'll literally be going to the ends of the earth, heading for Tierra del Fuego. We explore Chile's spectacular Lake District, trekking in the national parks and relaxing in the hot pools of Pucon. This trip is packed full of exhilarating outdoor activities set in some genuinely stunning landscapes, from the wild fjords of Chile to the icy ramparts of the Torres del Paine. We'll visit the awe-inspiring Perito Moreno Glacier with a guide, explore Los Glaciares National Park and end our trip in Ushuaia, beyond which lies only Antarctica.

Nights 1-4: Southern Desert & Coast Boat trip to see the seals & seabirds on the Ballestas Isles Overnight stay in colonial Lima Visit to Paracas National Park, coastal wildlife reserve Visit to the Nazca Lines and Chauchilla Cemetery Nights 5-9: Andes & Altiplano Overland through the high andes of Peru Quechua Indian homestay and community crafts project 2 night stay and guided trip to see Colca Canyon and condors 2 night stay in the beautiful white city of Arequipa Nights 10-16: Inca Heartland Sacred Valley tour and entrances to all major sites 7 nights in and around Cusco and the Urubamba Valley EITHER hike unspoilt Inca Trails and visit Quechua communities in remote stunning Andes scenery away from tourist treks on our exclusive Inca Trails Community Trek. OR Trek the Classic Inca Trail up the Royal Inca Road Guided visit to Machu Picchu, the Lost City of the Incas

Accommodation: Mainly hostel/hotel and wildcamps(35% camping, 65% hotels)
Meals: All food is covered by the kitty while camping.
Vehicles: Overland expedition vehicle and local minibus
Crew and Guides: 2 crew, local guides as necessary
Notes: WHICH INCA TRAIL? When you book this trip, you will have a choice of either the Community Inca Trail or the Classic Inca Trail. The costs for each are included, but you must tell us when you book, if you want to book the Classic Inca Trail. If you do not tell us this you will automatically be booked onto the Community Inca Trail. For full details click hereIf you choose to do the community trek then you will receive a small refund from kitty.Kitty does not cover food while staying in hotels and hostels.

Nights 1-7: Peru's Inca Heartland 7 nights in and around Cusco and the Urubamba Valley OR Trek the Classic Inca Trail up the Royal Inca Road Guided visit to Machu Picchu, the Lost City of the Incas Sacred Valley tour and entrances to all major sites EITHER hike unspoilt Inca Trails and visit Quechua communities in remote stunning Andes scenery away from tourist treks on our exclusive Inca Trails Community Trek. Nights 8-10: Lake Titicaca Boat trips to Uros Islands and Isla del Sol Time to explore Lake Titicaca and its ancient history Traverse the high altiplano of Peru to Lake Titicaca Visit to the pre-Inca Sillustani Ruins near Puno Stay in the pretty lakeside colonial town of Copacabana Night 11 and Final Day: La Paz Explore the vibrant city of La Paz

Accommodation: Hostel/hotel, campsites and wildcamps(25% camping, 75% hotels)
Meals: All food is covered by the kitty while camping.
Vehicles: Overland expedition vehicle and local minibus
Crew and Guides: 2 crew, local guides as necessary
Notes: WHICH INCA TRAIL? When you book this trip, you will have a choice of either the Community Inca Trail or the Classic Inca Trail. The costs for each are included, but you must tell us when you book, if you want to book the Classic Inca Trail. If you do not tell us this you will automatically be booked onto the Community Inca Trail. For full details click hereIf you choose to do the community trek then you will receive a small refund from kitty.Kitty does not cover food while staying in hotels and hostels.

Nights 1 - 4: Bolivian Altiplano 2 night stay in the colourful city of La Paz Overland across the stunning Altiplano to the colonial city of Potosi 2 nights in Potosi, the world's highest city Nights 5 - 8: Salar de Uyuni & Bolivian Lakes Visit the beautiful Laguna Colorado and Verde Spend 3 days exploring this extraordinary landscape Take jeeps out onto the dazzling Uyuni Salt Flats Overland through the Bolivian wilds to Uyuni Nights 9 - 13: Andean Argentina Time to explore the colonial city of Salta and local area Discover the bodegas and stock up on wine in Cafayate Travel to the heart of the Argentinian wine region Nights 14 - 19: Gauchos & Grapes Overland journey through high passes and stunning mountain vistas Spend 3 unique days staying at an Anglo-Argentinian estancia to ride pure-bred horses Time to discover Mendoza's excellent vineyards and white river waters Night 20: Chile Explore and discover the streets of Santiago

Accommodation: Hostesl/hotels, campsites and wildcamps(45% camping, 55% hotels)
Meals: All food is covered by the kitty while camping.
Vehicles: Overland expedition vehicle.
Crew and Guides: 2 crew, local guides as necessary
Notes: Kitty does not cover food while staying in hotels and hostels. Because of its nature, this itinerary may vary: occasionally road conditions are too adverse during the rainy season (Jan. & Feb.) to make the crossing from Uyuni to Argentina and we may have to change the route.WINTER MONTHS - During the winter months in Argentina and Bolivia we will spend a higher proportion of nights in hotels and less time camping. Kitty may be higher than expected and you should allow extra funds for this and personal funds for more meals out. There may well be snow and you should be aware that it can get very cold at night. Please ensure that you bring a decent sleeping bag and adequate clothes, including thermals.

Nights 1 - 4: Santiago & the Chilean Lakes Time for optional adventure activities around Pucon Overland through Chile's renowned wine region Explore and discover the streets of Santiago Discover the Chilean Lake District Nights 5 - 10: Coastal Chile Cross the Golfo de Corcovado to Chaiten Unique overland journey through rugged lands along the fjord coast Nights 11 - 15: Patagonia Journey across the wild plains of Patagonia Guided full day trip to Moreno Glacier Explore the awesome Los Glaciares National Park Nights 16 - 20: Chilean Patagonia 4 days to explore and trek the rugged Torres del Paine National Park Nights 21 - 22: Ushuaia & Tierra del Fuego Follow in Darwin's footsteps across the Magellan Straits Guided tour of Tierra del Fuego - the Land of Fire Spend time at the end of the world in Ushuaia

Accommodation: Mainly campsites, some wildcamps, hostels/hotels(85% camping, 15% hotels)
Meals: All food is covered by the kitty while camping.
Vehicles: Overland expedition vehicle.
Crew and Guides: 2 crew, local guides as necessary
Notes: Kitty does not cover food while staying in hotels or hostels.