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Explore a continent shrouded in mystery, culture and epic landscapes focusing on the main attractions in Ecuador, Peru & Bolivia. Independent backpacking in South America at its best with plenty of added inclusions, like trekking the Inka Trail, exploring the Amazon rainforests, colonial cities, ancient ruins and Incan architecture. More culture and llamas than you can possibly handle.Totally flexible and 100% unforgettable.
Horseback riding and staying in the Avenue of the Volcanoes
Straddling the Equator at the Mitad Del Mundo
Bombing down a massive volcano on a mountain bike
Stunning Lagoons, National Parks and epic landscapes
Optional Galapagos Islands
Part 2 Ecuador to Peru Travel Pass
Quito to Quayagil Leg
Amazon Experience
Cool backpacker town of Banos
See all the different geography of South America; Rain forests, Mountains and coast line.
Optional Surf & Spanish (Starts Guayaquil)
Quito to Quayagil Leg
Learn Spanish at an award winning language school.
Learn to surf from world known surf professionals.
Part 3 Lima Arrival Pack
Lima Urban Experience
Get to know the real Lima with a host family
Hang ten in the Pacific with a surf lesson
See the colonial wonders of Lima
Visit the best restaurants and shops known by the locals
See the very different sides to the city with you own Lima Resident English speaking guide
Part 4 Peru & Bolivia Travel Pass
Lima to Cuzco Leg
Visit the Nasca Lines
See the ancient City of Chan Chan
Wildlife in the Ballestas Islands
Xtreme action with sand dune bashing
Chill on the shores of the sublime Llanganuco Lagoon
Watch out for Condors in the Colca Canyon
Spend a day at the sacred Valley. Incredible views in of the Andes.
Part 5 Inka Trail
Cuzco & Inca Trail
Hang out in the Incan City, one of the bustiest hotspots in South America.
Trek the Inca Trail (or Alternative Trek)
Visit Macchu Pichu and view it from the Sun Gate
Includes guides, equipment and transfers
Choose from the Classic, or 2 alternitive treks. Please note if you choose the classic we have to fix your start date when you book)
Part 6 Peru & Bolivia Travel Pass continued
Puno, Lake Titicaca - La Paz Leg
After the Inca Trail you head south to Bolivia via Lake Titicaca
Incredible views of the highest freshwater lake in the world
Stay overnight on a floating reed islands at a home stay
Visit La Paz, the highest city in the world.
Part 7 Bolivian Highlights
3 day 2 night Salt Flat Adventure
Visit the Atacama Dessert
Volcanoes and hot springs
Blows stuff up in an active silver mine
The most incredible landscapes in South America
Dates
Due to this trip being totally flexible you can start when ever you like!
Included
Airport Pick Up in Quito
All the highlights listed above (see included section for detailed breakdown)
All transportation (Excluding Flights)
Inka Trail Trek
Ecuador Adrenaline Overload
Meals as per itinerary during the first week
16 nights accommodation: 9 nights accommodation in Ecuador, 5 nights accommodation in Peru, 2 nights in Bolivia
Personal travel counselor to arrange transportation through out South America as you go.
Detailed pre-departure pack
Access to the Xtreme Travellers Network and buddy lists
Excluded
Flights
Meals unless stated
Accommodation after Quito (budget £8 per night)
National park entrance fees
Visa costs
Travel insurance
Arriving at the "Sun Gate" at the end of the Inca Trail with views to Macchu Pichu.
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You can contact us with your questions about this trip, or you can tell us about your trip plans and we can tailor make the perfect trip you. You can also request trip notes on the right. You can book for only £100 so get booking up and secure your spot asap.
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