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ushuaia to cuzco Itinerary

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    • Trip Price tool tip
      USD $3,570
      CAD $3,595
      AUD $3,475
      EUR €2,785
      GBP £2,165
      NZD $4,450
      ZAR R28,810
      CHF FR3,260
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      USD $2,110
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    • Total price tool tip
      USD $5,680*
      CAD $5,643*
      AUD $5,494*
      EUR €4,257*
      GBP £3,452*
      NZD $6,982*
      ZAR R43,485*
      CHF FR4,929*
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Days 1-2 Ushuaia/Tierra del Fuego

Start this epic adventure in Ushuaia, the world's southernmost town. Travel to Tierra del Fuego National Park and see windswept plains, forests and swamplands.
ACCOM: Hotel - 2

Day 3 Strait of Magellan

Cross the Strait of Magellan and enter Chile, famous for its wine and seafood.
ACCOM: Bush camp (no facilities) - 1

Days 4-8 Torres del Paine National Park

Spend time exploring this rugged expanse of Torres del Paine, punctuated by huge granite cliffs, piercing barren plains and home to rare guanacos (the llama's wild Andean cousin) and flightless rhea birds.
ACCOM: Camping (with facilities) - 5

Days 9-10 El Calafate/Perito Moreno Glacier

Cross back into Argentina and head to El Calafate for a trip to the Perito Moreno Glacier, one of the most incredible tourist attractions in Argentina. This breathtaking blue expanse is one of the world's most accessible ice fields.
ACCOM: Hostel - 2

Days 11-13 El Chalten/Los Glaciaries National Park

From El Chalten, the trekking capital of Argentina, explore the Los Glaciaries National Park. See Argentina's stunningly rugged mountains while trekking over glaciers - take in the view of the remarkable Mt Fitz Roy.
ACCOM: Camping (with facilities) - 3

Days 14-16 Carretera Austral

Vast creaking blue glaciers, towering mountains and glassy lakes dominate the horizon on the journey along the Chilean Fjord Coast. Camp in the Patagonian wilds amid the rugged beauty and isolation of one of the world's final frontiers.
ACCOM: Bush camp (no facilities) - 3

Day 17 Chaiten

Hugged by Chile's rugged mountains, Chaiten is a humble fishing village surrounded by the smouldering peaks of the Corcovado and Michinmahuida volcanoes.
ACCOM: Bush camp (no facilities) - 1

Day 18 Puerto Montt

Pitch a tent close to the port city of Puerto Montt in the midst of the Chilean Lake District.
ACCOM: Bush camp (no facilities) - 1

Days 19-20 Pucon

Discover the wealth of adventure activities on offer in this volcanic town with its deep blue lakes flanked by snow-capped peaks. The Pucon Volcano keeps the thermal springs the perfect temperature for bathing while the slopes of Villarica are ideal for hiking and horse riding.
ACCOM: Bush camp (no facilities) - 1, Camping (with facilities) - 1

Day 21 Saltos del Laja

Travel along the spine of the Andes, passing Chile's rich agricultural areas and vast sweeping vineyards. This is the heart of Chilean wine country so try a few of the famed vintages on the journey north.
ACCOM: Camping (with facilities) - 1

Days 22-23 Santiago

Take time out in Chile's cosmopolitan capital, Santiago.
ACCOM: Hotel - 2

Days 24-25 Mendoza

Kick back in the heart of Argentina's wine country. Make the most of the chilled vibe by sipping wine in bars, relaxing in outdoor cafes or strolling the shaded boulevards of Mendoza.
ACCOM: Hotel - 2

Days 26-29 Estancia Stay

Experience Argentina's hospitality while staying on a working cattle ranch. Explore the Pampas on horseback before savouring the mouth-watering aromas and succulent flavours of a traditional barbecue.
ACCOM: Bush camp (no facilities) - 1, Camping (with facilities) - 3

Day 30 Quilmes

Visit the ruins of Quilmes, the ancient home of a tribe that resisted both the Incas and even the Spanish for over 100 years. Walk through the crumbling structures and picture the city as it once was.
ACCOM: Camping (with facilities) - 1

Day 31 Cafayate

Learn about local wine production on a guided vineyard tour, perhaps taking the opportunity to indulge in some renowned blends.
ACCOM: Camping (with facilities) - 1

Days 32-33 Salta

Delight in the laidback atmosphere of this elegant colonial city. Relax in Salta's main plaza, discover the pumping nightlife or admire art in galleries.
ACCOM: Hotel - 2

Days 34-35 San Pedro de Atacama

Journey towards the Chilean border, camping among spectacular scenery.
ACCOM: Camping (with facilities) - 2

Day 36 Bolivian Altiplano

Head for Uyuni, passing by Laguna Colorado and Verde along the way. Stay on the Bolivian Antiplano, deep in the wilderness, where you are more likely to see a llama or a flamingo than another human being.
ACCOM: Hotel - 1

Days 37-39 Uyuni/Salar de Uyuni

Gaze in awe at the seemingly endless expanse of Bolivia's largest salt flats before admiring the remarkable red waters of Laguna Colorada.
ACCOM: Hotel - 3

Days 40-41 Potosi

Soak up the barren yet impressive Andean landscape en route to this colonial mining town where there's the chance to go on an optional tour of a working mine.
ACCOM: Hotel - 2

Days 42-43 La Paz

Celebrate an amazing journey in one of South America's most fascinating cities. Browse the city's many bustling markets or simply sit in a cafe and watch the world go by.
ACCOM: Hotel - 2

Days 44-45 Copacabana

Discover Copacabana, a picturesque town situated on the shores of Lake Titicaca with an amazing Moorish style cathedral. Hike over the car-free Island of the Sun and discover its scenic heart. Widely believed to be the birthplace of Inca culture, there are plenty of ruins to explore.
ACCOM: Hotel - 2

Day 46 Lake Titicaca/Puno

Meet the locals of the floating, man-made Uros islands on Lake Titicaca.
ACCOM: Hotel - 1

Days 47-48 Cuzco

Spot the ancient funerary towers of Sillustani rising from the windswept antiplano. Then travel to Cuzco where there are plenty of adventure activities on offer.
ACCOM: Camping (with facilities) - 1, Hotel - 2

Days 49-52 Quechua Community Trek/Classic Inca Trail

Follow ancient footpaths through the Andes on a four-day alternative Inca trail trek that winds through traditional Quechua communities. Pass soaring mountain peaks, trek amid grazing herds of llamas and camp beside ancient forests. Meet the locals and discover lesser-known Inca pathways before descending into the Sacred Valley to explore the massive Inca fortress at Ollantaytambo.
ACCOM: Camping (with facilities) - 2, Hotel - 1

Days 53-54 Machu Picchu/Cuzco

Rise early to discover the ruins of Machu Picchu bathed in the golden morning light. Spend a memorable day in the 'lost Inca city' - perhaps hiking to the Sun Gate to enjoy the spectacular views. For those wishing to unwind post-trek, seek out bustling markets and cosmopolitan Cuzco cafes.
ACCOM: Hotel - 1

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Check Inca Trail Permit Status

You must check that permits are available for the date you start the Inca Trail. For example, if your trip starts on July 11, and the Inca Trail starts on day 4, you will need your permit on July 14.

This information should be used as a guide only as availability may change by the time we receive your request.

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Inca Trail permits may still be available, please contact us so we can check the current availability and make arrangements for you.

Alternative Routes

Inca Trail permits are now sold out. However, you can opt to hike the Inca Quarry Trail - with spectacular and diverse sceneries this trek is an exceptional alternative to the very busy Inca Trail. Alternatively, travel by train through the picturesque Urubamba Valley to Aguas Calientes. Both options include a visit to Machu Picchu! Please contact us to arrange the one that suits you best!