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Experience Overview
Breathe in the Inca spirit of La Paz and dance in the tango palaces of Buenos Aires on this two-week adventure. Connecting the Andes to the Atlantic, you'll journey across the surreal landscapes of the Atacama Desert and the Salar de Uyuni. Feel like a sophisticate as you sip wine in Buenos Aires and pull back the curtain on the centre of the continent. Best of all, you'll do it in the company of other fun, young travellers. Don't choose between inspiring wilderness and urban sophistication – do it all.
Highlights
- Discover colonial cities and historic cultures
- Cross the Salar de Uyuni and surrounding desert altiplano on a 4x4 excursion
- Witness the stunning scenery and unique culture of northern Argentina
- Discover Uruguay's rural beauty at a working ranch
- Marvel at Iguassu Falls
- Sip caipirinhas on the beach
- Revel in the energy of Rio de Janeiro.
Trip Details
Product Code: 40363
Tour Type: Small Group
Accommodation: Basic
Transport: Local bus, plane, 4x4 truck, minivan, taxi, plane, ferry.
Guide Language: English
Travel Styles: 18 - 39 Year Olds Only, Budget
Tour Operator: G Adventures
Supplier Code: SBLR.C
Starts: La Paz, Bolivia
Finishes: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Duration: 31 days
Departures: Guaranteed
Physical Rating: Light
Includes
Activities
- Your G for Good Moment: Jukil Community Experience & Lodge, Santiago de Agencha Your G for Good Moment: Guaraní Community Experience, Puerto Iguazú Your G for Good Moment: Favela Experience, Rio de Janeiro Your Welcome Moment: Meet Your CEO and Group Your First Night Out Moment: Connect With New Friends Your Discover Moment: Sucre Your Discover Moment: Salta Your Discover Moment: Buenos Aires Your Discover Moment: Paraty Your Discover Moment: Ilha Grande Your Discover Moment: Rio de Janeiro
- 4x4 excursion to the Salar de Uyuni and surrounding area (3 days)
- Activities while at the estancia in Uruguay
- Entrance and visit to the Argentine sides of Iguassu Falls
- Transportation between destinations and included activities
- Internal flight
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Accommodation
- Simple hotels (20 nts, twin and triple-share), hostels (4 nts, multi-share), overnight bus (2 nts), basic hotel/G Adventures-supported community lodge on Salar de Uyuni excursion (2 nts, multi-share), estancia/ranch (2 nts, multi-share).
- 21 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 4 dinners
Transport
- Local bus, plane, 4x4 truck, minivan, taxi, plane, ferry.
Group Leader
- CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, local guides.
Price
Price per person: (Double Occupancy) CAD $6999 ($226 /day)
Itinerary
Day 1: La Paz
Arrive at any time. Catch your breath before heading out for a few cold ones near the hotel with your fellow travellers. Get to know each other as you prepare for the adventure of a lifetime.
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Your opportunity to meet your CEO and fellow travellers, and learn more about your tour. Opt to join the group for a local meal afterwards. Don't forget to see the notice in the lobby (or ask reception) for the official time and place to meet up with the group.Activity - Connect with new friends on your first night out in a new destination. Only available on 18-to-Thirtysomethings tours.Accommodation - Golden Palace La Paz Hotel
Day 2: La Paz/Sucre
Get to know La Paz with a free day to wander through the city's winding streets and vibrant markets before boarding a night bus to Sucre.
Meals included: Breakfast
Exclusive inclusions: Free_time - Get out and explore this high altitude city.Transport - Curl up and catch a snooze en route to the next stop.
Day 3: Sucre
Discover the beauty of Sucre, known as Bolivia's "White City" at your own pace with a free day to explore. Set in a valley surrounded by mountains, you can choose to go hiking or mountain biking to admire this city from a different point of view.
Exclusive inclusions: Free_time - Get out and explore beautiful tranquil Sucre.Accommodation - Hotel Independencia
Day 4: Sucre
One day in Sucre isn't enough, so take another free day to explore! Try optional activities such as hiking, mountain biking, a visit to the Textile Cooperative, or get up close and personal with real dinosaur tracks.
Meals included: Breakfast
Exclusive inclusions: Free_time - Get out and explore beautiful tranquil Sucre.Accommodation - Hotel Independencia
Day 5: Sucre/Potosí
Venture south to Potosí, the highest city of its size in the world.
Staying in the Bolivian highlands, we travel south to the city of Potosí. The highest city of its size in the world, this UNESCO World Heritage Site has had a tumultuous history as a silver mining centre during colonial times.
Meals included: Breakfast
Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Climb aboard, grab a seat, and enjoy the ride.Accommodation - Hotel Gran Libertador
Day 6: Potosí
Get out and explore Potosí on a free day. Choose to take an excursion to the Potosí Mines led by former miners, visit the Casa de la Moneda or wander the streets and visit the local market.
Meals included: Breakfast
Exclusive inclusions: Free_time - Get out there and explore.Accommodation - Hotel Gran Libertador
Day 7: Potosí/Uyuni
It's off to Uyuni today. Breathe in the beautiful scenery while relaxing in a private vehicle. Take it easy today because your next adventure is right around the corner!
Meals included: Breakfast
Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Accommodation - Hotel Samay Wasi
Day 8: Uyuni/Salt Flats and Desert Crossing
Embark on a three-day 4x4 excursion to the Salar de Uyuni. Get your camera ready because the endless white of the salt flats creates the perfect backdrop for mindbending photo ops. Settle in to your G Adventures-supported community salt-brick bungalow — complete with salt floors and salt furniture, and enjoy a delicious dinner prepared with local ingredients.
Meals included: Breakfast,Dinner
Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Roads? Where this rough-and-ready vehicle's going, we don't need roads.Activity - Spend three days in the stunning landscape between the Salar de Uyuni and the Atacama Desert in Chile. Enter a world unlike anything else as we drive across the salt flats; the piercing blue sky contrasts against the blinding white of the flat salt beds. Take memorable photos of the unusual landscape complete with mountains and active volcanoes. Visit the coloured lagoon of Laguna Colorada and enjoy the uniqueness of this region.Activity - Visit the Santiago de Agencha community, located two hours across the salt flats from Uyuni, a rural village surrounded by towering cacti and part of a small desert oasis. The community-owned salt lodge was renovated and expanded through a major project in 2016 funded by G Adventures’ foundation, Planeterra. With many of the village’s younger residences fleeing for economic opportunities, this lodge is seen by the community as a way to rescue their indigenous culture and provide opportunities for the future. Learn about their traditional agricultural practices, including their specialization in quinoa production, and take a guided walk with a community member to the sacred Jukil mountaintop for a beautiful view of the village below and the salt flats beyond. Meals of local ingredients grown in the village are prepared by ladies who were provided culinary training through the project. Leave Jukil Community Lodge knowing your visit is creating opportunities for a whole new generation of people in this community to improve their lives, and the lives of their children and grandchildren.Accommodation - Jukil Lodge
Day 9: Salt Flats and Desert Crossing
Continue crossing the desert today, admiring the scenery while passing red and blue lagoons and intriguing rock formations along the route. Keep an eye out and you might spot wild llamas, alpacas, and even flamingos deep within the desert.
Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Spend three days in the stunning landscape between the Salar de Uyuni and the Atacama Desert in Chile. Enter a world unlike anything else as we drive across the salt flats; the piercing blue sky contrasts against the blinding white of the flat salt beds. Take memorable photos of the unusual landscape complete with mountains and active volcanoes. Visit the coloured lagoon of Laguna Colorada and enjoy the uniqueness of this region.Accommodation - Quetana
Day 10: Salt Flats and Desert Crossing /San Pedro de Atacama
Get a head start on your day by rising early to cover more ground on your journey through the unique landscape of the Salar de Uyuni. Soak in the views of unimaginable scenery including volcanoes and salt lakes. Travel to the border then kick back and relax on your descent by bus to San Pedro de Atacama, Chile.
Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch
Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Roads? Where this rough-and-ready vehicle's going, we don't need roads.Activity - Ready for a little more ink in your passport? Grab your bags and get ready to check another country off your bucket list.Transport - Climb aboard, grab a seat, and enjoy the ride.Accommodation - Hostal Puritama
Day 11: San Pedro de Atacama
Today is full of possibilities. Explore San Pedro de Atacama on a mountain bike, cruise down the dunes on a sandboard, or chill out in the hot springs. Or visit the Valley of the Moon, an area on Earth that resembles the moon's surface. (How cool is that?)
Exclusive inclusions: Free_time - Get out and explore the area.Accommodation - Hostal Puritama
Day 12: San Pedro de Atacama/Salta
Say "Adios!" to Chile because you're heading to Argentina today. Relax on the bus en route to Salta, home to empanadas salteñas—and no visit to the town is complete without trying them! Unwind at the hotel or liven it up with a visit to a Peña Folklore show to dance the night away and sip delicious Argentine red wine.
Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Climb aboard, grab a seat, and enjoy the ride.Activity - Ready for a little more ink in your passport? Grab your bags and get ready to check another country off your bucket list.Accommodation - La Candelaria Hotel
Day 13: Salta
Tantalize your tastebuds with the local cuisine today as you explore freely. Choose to saddle up and admire the scenery on horseback. Or, if you'd prefer, take a visit to the town of Cafayate to roam vineyards and sample some of the white wine produced at insanely high altitudes.
Meals included: Breakfast
Exclusive inclusions: Free_time - Get out and explore scenic Salta and surrounds.Accommodation - La Candelaria Hotel
Day 14: Salta/Buenos Aires
Skip the long bus journey with a quick flight to Buenos Aires. Spend the afternoon exploring the city. Cruise around on a bike with a local or dine on a traditional Argentine meal while experiencing the art of the tango.
Meals included: Breakfast
Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Look! Up in the sky! It's a bird! It's a plane! It's... yup, it is a plane, actually.Free_time - Get out and explore beautiful Buenos Aires.Accommodation - Milhouse Avenue Hostal
Day 15: Buenos Aires
Head out and explore the buzzing metropolis of Buenos Aires on a free day. A great city for walking, see the iconic obelisk, wander the pedestrian streets and visit the main Plaza de Mayo with its pink government palace before stopping for a coffee on a patio at one of the many cafes along the way.
Get out and explore. Consider visiting the districts of La Boca, Recoleta, and San Telmo or catch a tango show at one of the many famous tanguerías. Pre book an optional city bike tour, and get a local's eye view of your surroundings! Wander the pedestrian walkways and see some dancing in the streets.
Exclusive inclusions: Free_time - Get out and explore!Accommodation - Milhouse Avenue Hostal
Day 16: Buenos Aires
Explore the "Paris of the Americas," from the hidden patios of trendy Palermo to bohemian vibes in San Telmo this city has something for everyone. Don't miss out! Today is your last chance to experience a guided tour of the city and to immerse yourself in the passion of the tango.
Exclusive inclusions: Free_time - Get out and explore Argentina's beautiful capital city.Accommodation - Milhouse Avenue Hostal
Day 17: Buenos Aires/Colonia
Hop aboard a ferry and cruise across the Río de la Plata to Colonia, Uruguay. Wander through the colourful streets of this quaint seaside retreat on an orientation walk before free time to explore (and relax!) at your own speed.
Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Get to the next spot on your route aboard a convenient and efficient ferry boat.Activity - Ready for a little more ink in your passport? Grab your bags and get ready to check another country off your bucket list.Activity - Enjoy a brief walk with your CEO. He/she will give you some tips on finding things like supermarkets, main squares, and ATMs. For more specific or in-depth information, an official guided tour is recommended.Free_time - Get out and explore quaint Colonia.Accommodation - Royal Hotel
Day 18: Colonia/Montevideo
Your journey continues in the morning as you travel from Colonia to Montevideo. The afternoon is yours for the taking — so explore as you wish! You can wander through the vibrant streets of old town searching for street art or visit an iconic soccer stadium that was host to the first World Cup. Hungry? Bring your appetite to Port Market where you will find an endless bounty of delicious meats. (And fruits and veggies, too.)
Meals included: Breakfast
Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Climb aboard, grab a seat, and enjoy the ride.Free_time - Explore Montevideo, spend the afternoon cruising along the coast on a bike, visiting the iconic soccer stadium, or search for street art in the old town.Accommodation - Dazzler Hotel Montevideo
Day 19: Montevideo
Wake up ready to take on another day in Montevideo. Hop on a bike and cruise down the Rambla, soaking up sun and gorgeous views from this coastline avenue. Take a day trip to glamorous Punta del Este to admire the upscale neighbourhoods and gardens. Or if you prefer to relax today, kick back and chill in the park like a local.
Meals included: Breakfast
Exclusive inclusions: Free_time - Take as much time as you'd like to explore Montevideo.Accommodation - Dazzler Hotel Montevideo
Day 20: Montevideo/Estancia Stay
Today, let the scenery of picturesque settlements and pastures guide you to Mercedes, your last Uruguayan stop at a local ranch, known in this region as an estancia.
Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner
Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Activity - Live like a local Gaucho as you experience life on a Uruguayan working ranch in the region of Estancia. Set out on walks through the countryside, enjoy an easy horseback ride through the gorgeous scenery, and appreciate unforgettable sunsets. Learn about the area’s history, sit down for a delicious traditional barbecue, and learn how to cook empanadas. All meals are included during your time here and there will be a farewell bonfire before the group departs for the next stop.Accommodation - Estancia El Copihue
Day 21: Estancia Stay
Live like a local today as you experience life on an Uruguayan ranch. Walk through the serene countryside, learn how to make empanadas, and enjoy horseback riding with amazing views. End your estancia stay in the best way possible — with a local barbecue.
Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner
Exclusive inclusions: Free_time - Participate in as much or as little as you'd like at the estancia. Dive in and help out or put your feet up.Activity - Live like a local Gaucho as you experience life on a Uruguayan working ranch in the region of Estancia. Set out on walks through the countryside, enjoy an easy horseback ride through the gorgeous scenery, and appreciate unforgettable sunsets. Learn about the area’s history, sit down for a delicious traditional barbecue, and learn how to cook empanadas. All meals are included during your time here and there will be a farewell bonfire before the group departs for the next stop.Accommodation - Estancia El Copihue
Day 22: Estancia Stay/Iguassu Falls
Cross the border into Gualeguaychu in Argentina today. Unwind, relax and reflect on your travels as you begin your overnight journey to Iguassu Falls.
Meals included: Breakfast
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Ready for a little more ink in your passport? Grab your bags and get ready to check another country off your bucket list.Transport - Curl up and catch a snooze en route to the next stop.
Day 23: Iguassu Falls
Welcome to Iguassu Falls where your next adventure awaits. Arrive to Puerto Iguazú in the morning after your overnight bus ride and enjoy a unique visit to the G Adventures-supported Jasy Pora community in the lush Misiones rainforest region. Guided by a local expert you will learn more about this Indigenous community as well as their harmonious relationship to the environment. Afterwards, choose to visit the Brazilian side of the falls and experience unforgettable panoramic views. Reach new heights with the option to take a helicopter ride over the falls, or check out a bird park.
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Experience a unique visit to the G Adventures-supported Jasy Pora community in the morning. Meaning “Luna Bonita,” this community is located just 20 minutes from the centre of Puerto Iguazú in the area known as Las 600 Hectáreas. The region is home to the native Guaraní communities and Jasy Pora was formed by 20 different families whom are opening their doors to share culture and knowledge with travellers. The aim is to preserve their heritage and create employment opportunities for future generations. Historically nomadic, the Guaraní community of Argentina has adapted to modern challenges while still protecting their ancestral lands. Your visit has a meaningful impact and helps to foster pride and ensure the preservation of their heritage. Guided by a local Guaraní expert, the group will explore the lush Misiones rainforest and experience a deeper connection to nature. Learn more about the traditional uses of flora and fauna, the Indigenous language, and the importance of a harmonious relationship with the environment through sustainable practices.Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Activity - Ready for a little more ink in your passport? Grab your bags and get ready to check another country off your bucket list.Free_time - Get out and explore the area!Accommodation - Hotel Mirantes
Day 24: Iguassu Falls
Enjoy a full day excursion to the breathtaking Argentine side of the falls. Don't forget to take pictures as you wander along paths to experience the falls from each exhilarating vantage point. You can also take a boat tour to see the cascading falls from below.
Meals included: Breakfast
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Ready for a little more ink in your passport? Grab your bags and get ready to check another country off your bucket list.Activity - Spend the whole day on the Argentine side of Iguassu, exploring the paths over the falls or experience the UNESCO World Heritage site from a boat tour. Tours utilize trails and catwalks adapted to the landscape of the area, and walking is easy for all ages; guided tours of the complex are available several times a day.Activity - Ready for a little more ink in your passport? Grab your bags and get ready to check another country off your bucket list.Accommodation - Hotel Mirantes
Day 25: Iguassu Falls/Paraty
Wheels up! Take a quick flight to São Paulo today then head straight to the coast. Take some time to explore the colonial town of Paraty, then hit the beach.
Meals included: Breakfast
Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Look! Up in the sky! It's a bird! It's a plane! It's... yup, it is a plane, actually.Transport - Climb aboard and make friends with your seatmate en route to the next stop.Accommodation - Refron du Mar Pousada Paraty
Day 26: Paraty
Do as much or as little as you want today. Go swimming, snorkelling, or explore the islands on a boat tour. Or, simply recharge your batteries by immersing yourself in the laidback vibes of Paraty.
Paraty is a quaint colonial town renowned for its architecture—the pace might be slow but there's a lot to choose from. Considered one of the world's most important examples of Portuguese colonial architecture by UNESCO, the historic centre is a well-preserved national historic monument, and today has been closed to vehicles to preserve its laid-back colonial ambiance.
Meals included: Breakfast
Exclusive inclusions: Free_time - You made it to the beach! Enjoy it by exploring the area or blissing out by the water.Accommodation - Refron du Mar Pousada Paraty
Day 27: Paraty/Ilha Grande
Continue up the coast today and hop aboard a ferry to where your island paradise awaits.
Meals included: Breakfast
Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Climb aboard, grab a seat, and enjoy the ride.Transport - Get to the next spot on your route aboard a convenient and efficient ferry boat.Free_time - You made it to an island paradise! Go explore it.Accommodation - Pousada Bugio
Day 28: Ilha Grande
The day is yours to explore Ilha Grande. Break a sweat hiking remote trails to experience jaw dropping views, or choose to relax on a boat tour through turquoise waters to some of the island's most beautiful beaches to swim and snorkel.
Exclusive inclusions: Free_time - You made it to an island paradise! Go explore it.Accommodation - Pousada Bugio
Day 29: Ilha Grande/Rio de Janeiro
Say goodbye to island life and head north along a dramatic coastal road with sweeping views. Round the cliffs at Vidigal to catch a first glimpse of your next destination and one of the most memorable cities in the world — Rio de Janeiro.
Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Get to the next spot on your route aboard a convenient and efficient ferry boat.Transport - Climb aboard, take your seat, and enjoy the ride.Accommodation - CabanaCopa Hostel
Day 30: Rio de Janeiro
In the morning, explore the favela with a local resident on a G Adventures-supported tour to watch a drumming demonstration, get a Capoeira lesson, and see a whole new perspective of the city. Enjoy a free afternoon to discover all that Rio has to offer.
Meals included: Breakfast
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Explore dynamic communities and support social enterprises on a tour led by residents of the Vidigal favela. Participate in a Capoeira session, visit an innovative community green space, and purchase unique handicrafts. With support from G Adventures, entrepreneurial organizations and members of the community are connected with people, ideas, and resources from around the world to grow their businesses.Free_time - Spend the day exploring this vibrant city. Take a guided tour, catch a local football game, or relax on one of Rio's world famous beaches.Accommodation - CabanaCopa Hostel
Day 31: Rio de Janeiro
Depart at any time.
Meals included: Breakfast
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Not ready to leave? Your CEO can help with travel arrangements to extend your adventure.
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G Adventures, founded in 1990 by Bruce Poon Tip, is a global adventure travel company specializing in small-group tours that emphasize authentic, sustainable, and culturally immersive experiences. Originally launched as GAP Adventures (“Great Adventure People”), the company pioneered the concept of community-driven travel by offering affordable trips that connect travelers with local communities while minimizing environmental impact. Today, G Adventures operates in more than 100 countries, offering a wide range of itineraries across themes such as active adventures, wildlife, wellness, family, and National Geographic–partnered tours, while maintaining a strong commitment to responsible tourism and social enterprise through its Planeterra Foundation.
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Reviews
Josefine G. - Traveled, September 2025
I would say that overall it has been a good tour. A bit too much waiting time and down time, and I would prefer even more activities / skipping cities with little to do and rather have more time in the big cities like Rio especially.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/28/2025
Lucy T. - Traveled, August 2025
It was a good trip I had fun.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 08/30/2025
Erin L. - Traveled, August 2025
It was an experience. Despite my issues with certain things, I did enjoy it and experience South America in a fun way and could get involved and learn about the cultures of all places.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 08/26/2026
Toby G. - Traveled, July 2025
I had a wonderful experience on this tour and it is one I will cherish for a long time. I loved how easy it is to organise and not having to worry about the itinerary. The group(s) I had were all very nice people.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 08/11/2025
Avnita P. - Traveled, June 2025
Salt flats and the second half of the tour was definitely a highlight for! Izzy our CEO for the second half was amazing and super enthusiastic would definitely have him again as a CEO. Just wished the optional activities were a bit more affordable.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 06/19/2025
Allison H. - Traveled, May 2025
On my tours, I met the most incredible people, saw beautiful places, and had incredible experiences without the stress and hassle of having to worry about logistics on my own. We ran into challenges that I am so happy I didn't have to manage myself.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 06/07/2025
Fleur V. - Traveled, May 2025
Good nice experience! I can recommend it, form the beginning till the end. The CEO and the people of group really makes a difference experience if it is a good or a not so good travel.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 05/24/2025
Stacy W. - Traveled, May 2025
Highly recommended and well organised.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 05/20/2025
Faizah N. - Traveled, April 2025
I had an awesome 31 days on this tour with amazing tour guides (Ari and Dani). The tour touches on some of the highlights of each country, would recommend this tour to my friends and family!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 04/24/2025
Laurence D. - Traveled, March 2025
Excellent tour.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 04/19/2025
