Southern Divide

From$3599USD
22 days,Lima to Santiago
Trip Code: SMS

Exploring the Sacred Valley, Marvelling at the views from the train to Machu Picchu, witnessing traditional life on Lake Titicaca, encountering colonial cities and historic cultures in Bolivia, crossing the Uyuni Salt Flats and mountain wilderness into Chile by 4x4.

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For those looking to experience the history, culture and wilderness of South America, this 3-week adventure through Peru, Bolivia and Chile is packed full of some of the continent’s most iconic and popular highlights. Explore the Sacred Valley and uncover Incan history high in the Andes at legendary Machu Picchu. Explore incredible landscapes at Uyuni Salt Flats and the Atacama Desert, and encounter vibrant culture at Lake Titicaca. Because we have years of experience and established operational offices in the region, we’ll take care of the hassles—so that you can focus on the highlights. Get off the beaten track and embrace the best of this incredible region.

What's Included

  • Guided tour of the Sacred Valley, Guided tour of Machu Picchu, Guided tour of Taquile and Uros Islands, 3-day 4x4 excursion to the Uyuni Salt Flats, Tour of Moon Valley in San Pedro de Atacama, Chile.
  • 2 Breakfasts, 2 Lunches, 2 Dinners. (Allow USD480-760 for meals not included.)
  • Hotels/guest houses (19 nts), very basic hostels on Uyuni Salt Flats excursion (2 nts, multi-share).
  • Plane, train, boat, bus, 4x4 vehicles, hiking.
  • Chief Experience Officer (CEO) throughout, local guides.
  • Small group experience; Max 15, Avg 10
Map of the route for Southern Divide Click to enlarge
Places Visited
  • Bolivia
  • Chile
  • Machu Picchu
  • Peru
Day 1 Lima

Arrive at any time.

Days 2-3 Cuzco

Fly to Cuzco. Free time to explore the city's museums and local markets or take an optional city tour.

Day 4 Sacred Valley/Ollantaytambo

Full day guided tour of the Sacred Valley and Ollantaytambo ruins along with a visit to a Planeterra weaving project in a local community. Shopping opportunities at a local market.

Day 5 Aguas Calientes

Train to Aguas Calientes. Optional visit to local hot springs and shopping opportunities. Those who have pre-booked and purchased the '1-day Inca Trail' hike will disembark the train at km 104 and trek to the Sun Gate and Machu Picchu, before re-joining the group at Aguas Calientes for the night.

Days 6-7 Machu Picchu/Cuzco

Guided tour of Machu Picchu and optional visit to the Inca Bridge before returning to Cuzco. Free day in Cuzco where active options include whitewater rafting, horseback riding and mountain biking.

Days 8-9 Puno

Travel day by bus from Cuzco to Puno. Visit to the floating islands of Uros and guided tour of Lake Titicaca. Optional visit to Sillustani burial site.

Days 10-11 La Paz

Travel by bus and cross the border into Bolivia, arriving at La Paz. Optional excursion to the Valley of the Moon or explore the city's winding streets and lively markets.

Days 12-13 Sucre

Fly to Sucre. Optional activities include an excursion to the site of 60 million year-old dinosaur tracks, a city tour or free time for individual exploration of the city.

Day 14 Potosí

Travel by bus to Potosí. Optional tour of a working mine, or explore the city and visit the Casa de la Moneda museum.

Days 15-17 Uyuni/Salt Flats Excursion (2B,2L,2D)

Travel to Uyuni by bus. Embark on a 3-day 4x4 excursion to the Uyuni Salt Flats and surrounding desert altiplano with spectacular scenery.

Days 18-19 San Pedro de Atacama

Cross by 4x4 into Chile and descend by bus to San Pedro de Atacama. Optional excursions to go sandboarding, mountain biking or a visit to the Valley of the Moon.

Days 20-21 Santiago

Transfer to the airport at Calama and fly to Santiago. Optional winery visits, city tour or day trips to Valparaíso or Viña del Mar.

Day 22 Santiago

Depart at any time.

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