13 DAYS GREAT ANDEAN CROSSING: ARGENTINA, CHILE & BOLIVIA

Transfer: Airport to Accommodation

You will be transferred to your accommodation for the night.

Barrios of Buenos Aires

Often dubbed the “Paris of South America”, you will explore the storied Plaza de Mayo, the Pink House, the Cabildo, and the neo-classical Metropolitan Cathedral. In Retiro and Recoleta, you will visit the impressive Plaza San Matin, Avenida Alvear, Basilica de Nuestra Senoradel Pilar and the Recoleta Cemetery. We will make a stop at the grave of the iconic Eva Peron. We will also visit the jet-setter neighbourhood of Puerto Madero, the hip San Telmo, as well as the colourful Caminito Street at La Boca.

This evening, you may choose from one of the below options:

Option 1: Tango Show Dinner at Rojo Tango

Soak in the elegance of Argentine tango in Rojo Tango, a cabaret designed by Phillipe Starck and located inside the exclusive Faena Hotel.

Option 2: Fogon Asado Dinner with Premium Pairing

Experience a unique 9-course fireside dining crafted by seasoned restaurateurs, featuring Argentine classics with a creative twist and paired with the finest wine from Argentina’s most time-honoured wineries. Fogon Asado is listed in Michelin Guide 2024 and can accommodate up to max. 8 guests with min. age of 14 years old.

Transfer: Buenos Aires to Tilcara with Sightseeing

You will be transferred to the airport for your flight to Jujuy, followed by a transfer to your accommodation in Tilcara (Elevation: ~2,564m).

Hill of Seven Colors

Experience the stunning landscapes between San Salvador de Jujuy and Quebrada de Humahuaca (UNESCO) with its colorful mountains, traditional villages and strong Andean culture. You will make a stop at the iconic Cerro de los Siete Colores (Hill of Seven Colors) in Purmamarca along the way.

Splendor of Humahuaca Gorge

Visit the incredible archaeological site of Pukara de Tilcara which dates back to pre-Inca times, the village of Uquia and walk into the colourful Cerro Las Senoritas. Cross the Tropic of Capricorn into the colonial city of Humahuaca with its picturesque streets and adobe houses, as well as the mountain range of Serranias de Hornocal. The maximum elevation today is ~4,100m.

Transfer: Tilcara to Atacama

You will be transferred from Tilcara to Atacama (Elevation: ~2,400m) on a scenic drive. The total duration of today’s journey is approximately 7.5 hours.

Scenic Road to Atacama

Take an exciting drive through a series of dramatic curves as we ascent into Cuesta de Lipan. Cross the vast expanse of Salinas Grandes (Great Salt Plains) through the Altiplano, passing through high-altitude lagoons often inhabited by flamingos and wide-open plains with volcanoes. Passing through the Chilean border, we cross via Paso de Jama through the heart of Atacama Desert, one of the world’s driest places with Chile’s most extraordinary landscapes!

Atacama Excursions

Known as the driest desert on Earth, the Atacama Desert is shaped by valleys, deserts, salt flats, geysers, and volcanoes, and is one of the most famous destinations in Chile. Explore the stunning Valle de la Luna, with otherworldly landscapes reminiscent of the surface of the moon, the Cordillera de la Sal (Salt Mountain Range), and the Piedras Rojas of Atacama (Red Rocks of Atacama). Other popular excursions include to the Salar de Atacama (the largest salt flats in Chile), the Cejar, Miscanti and Miñiques lagoons, and sunrise viewing at the El Tatio Geysers.

Transfer: Atacama to Hedionda

You will be transferred to Hedionda (Elevation: ~4,115m) with sightseeing along the way.

Remote Bolivian Landscapes

Marvel at the breathtaking vista of Hito Cajon, where the borders of Bolivia, Chile and Argentina meet. Soak in the vibrant hues of Laguna Verde set against the majestic Licancabur Volcano and wander among the Rocas de Dali, fantastic formations sculpted by wind. Marvel at Geysers Sol de Manana with its frenzy steam and fire. Pass by Laguna Colorada’s crimson waters and the iconic Arbol de Piedra.

Transfer: Hedionda to Uyuni

You will be transferred to the legendary salt flat of Uyuni (Elevation: ~3,681m) with sightseeing along the way.

Across the High-Andean Landscapes

Visit the serene salt lake of Laguna Hedionda, the tranquil oasis of Kanapa teeming with flamingos, and take in the breathtaking vistas from Mirador Volcan Ollague. Experience the warmth of local life in Alota, visit the colonial church of San Cristobal, the haunting Cementerio de Trenes with its rusting locomotives.

Uyuni Salt Flat

We dedicate the day to explore the world's largest salt flat, measuring over 10,000 square kilometres! There are a variety of places you can visit during the dry season. And if you are visiting during the rainy season (Dec-Mar), you will be able to experience the famous mirror effect.

Transfer: Uyuni to La Paz

You will be transferred to the airport for your flight to La Paz (Elevation: ~3,640m).

La Paz: World’s Highest Capital

Visit Plaza Murillo, Witches Market, San Francisco Church and ride the world's highest cable car. Visit the south part of the city, where you will uncover unique landscape and peculiar geological formations on a Moon Valley Walk.

Tiwanaku, Ancient Heart of the Altiplano
Embark on a day tour from La Paz to the ancient site of Tiwanaku, often regarded as the cradle of Andean civilization. Located about 1.5 hours away on the Altiplano, Tiwanaku impresses with its monumental ruins and remarkably precise stonework that hint at a highly advanced pre-Columbian culture. Explore the archaeological complex and its museum, gaining insight into the cosmology, artistry, and ceremonial traditions of the Tiwanaku people.

Transfer: Accommodation to Airport

You will be transferred to the airport for your onward journey.