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Santiago to Mexico City Overview

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    • Trip Price tool tip
      USD $8,475
      CAD $8,530
      AUD $8,245
      EUR €6,605
      GBP £5,140
      NZD $10,565
      ZAR R65,915
      CHF FR7,650
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      USD $4,440
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    • Total price tool tip
      USD $12,915*
      CAD $12,841*
      AUD $12,494*
      EUR €9,704*
      GBP £7,848*
      NZD $15,893*
      ZAR R96,795*
      CHF FR11,162*
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  • 2013-01-01 - 2013-12-31

Cross the Americas on an epic overland adventure from Santiago, Chile, to Mexico City, Mexico

As far as ultimate American adventures go, this trip from Santiago to Mexico City ticks all the boxes. Starting in Santiago, Chile, the tour ventures up through Bolivia, Peru, Ecuador, Colombia, Panama, Costa Rica, Nicaragua, Honduras, Guatemala, and finally ends in Mexico City, Mexico. Loaded with culture, history, architecture and bountiful nature, this incredible American adventure will leave you breathless. This exciting itinerary may be full of trekking up volcanoes, exploring vibrant cities, kayaking down emerald rivers, snorkelling over reefs and taking part in all manor of outdoor and cultural activities, but there is also a great balance of down time too, with beaches, forests and unspoilt nature to be enjoyed and relaxed in. So if you’re after a life-affirming, awe-inspiring and never-to-be-forgotten adventure, then this epic trip is it.

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Santiago to Mexico City Summary

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Days 108-110 Panajachel/Lake Atitlan/Chichicastenango

Soak up the atmosphere in Panajachel, situated on the shores of the beautiful Lake Atitlan. Perhaps embark on an optional boat trip around the lake that takes in the surrounding villages.

Day 111 San Andres Itzapa

Perhaps visit the Totonicapan market before travelling to San Andres Itzapa where we stay at a community centre helping victims of domestic abuse.

Day 112 Livingston

Travel along the Rio Dulce by boat and arrive in Livingston. Soak up the unique Caribbean character of the town and mingle with locals.

Days 113-114 Poptun

Spend a couple of nights on a working farm, and perhaps get an adrenaline fix while river-caving.

Day 115 Tikal

Be awestruck by the Mayan ruins of Tikal, with its temples hiding among the tropical jungle.

Days 116-117 San Ignacio

Head to Belize’s adventure activity centre – San Ignacio, a great spot to undertake some canoeing and mountain-biking.

Days 118-120 Caye Caulker

Spend a few hours in Belize City before catching a boat to Caye Caulker. Relaxing to the maximum is compulsory on this idyllic Caribbean island.

Days 121-122 Tulum

Arrive in Mexico for two nights of blissful camping on a remote beach near Xpuha. On the second day, venture into the clifftop Maya-Toltec ruins of Tulum.

Day 123 Chichen Itza

A short drive to Chichen Itza reveals one of the most spectacular Mayan sites in Central America, where the daily light and sound show is sure to impress.

Day 124 Merida

The state capital of Yucatan, Merida boasts thriving markets (the ideal place to purchase a hammock!) and a bustling nightlife.

Days 125-126 Palenque

Encounter the waterfalls of Agua Azul and Misol-Ha en route to Palenque. The incredible ruined Mayan city rising from the jungle is truly something to behold.

Day 127 Yaxchilan

Pay a visit to the Mayan Ruins of Yaxchilan before hopping aboard a boat to see the impressive murals at Bonampak.

Days 128-130 San Cristobal De Las Casas

Be amazed by the Sumidero Canyon on a boat tour, and soak up the alternative vibe of San Cristobal de las Casas.

Days 131-132 Oaxaca

There’s plenty of time to sample the divine food of Oaxaca, one of Mexico’s prettiest colonial cities, before taking a fascinating guided tour of the Zapotec ruins of Monte Alban.

Days 133-134 Mexico

Explore the towering pyramids of Teotihuacan and perhaps hit Mexico City’s vibrant night-life before saying farewell to this Central American adventure.
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What's included in this trip

  • Start:

    Santiago, Chile

  • Finish:

    Mexico City, Mexico

  • Group size:

    Min 4 , Max 22

  • Ages:

    Min 18

  • Meals:

    All meals when camping

  • Accommodation:

    Bush camp (no facilities) (1 nt), Cabin (2 nts), Camping (with basic facilities) (2 nts), Camping (with facilities) (52 nts), Guesthouse (9 nts), Homestay (1 nt), Hostel (6 nts), Hotel (53 nts), Lodge (3 nts)

  • Transport:

    Boat, Jeep, Overland vehicle, Train

  • Included activities:

    3 night/3 day Amazon Adventure, Alternative Inca Trail and Quechua Community trek, Ballestas Islands boat trip, Bonampak Ruins, Chan Chan Archaeological Site, Chauchilla cemetery, Chichen Itza ruins, Chichicastenango Market, City tour, Coffee Plantation Tour, Manizales, Cuzco Visitor Ticket, El Penon de Guatape, Guided tour of Cartagena, Guided tour of ruins, Guided tour to San Bernardo islands, Hat Factory Tour, Isla del Sol boat trip, Jeep tour of Uyuni Salt Flats, Lord of Sipan Museum, Machu Picchu guided tour, Misol-Ha and Agua Azul waterfalls, Mitad del Mundo, Monte Alban Ruins, Palenque ruins, Paracas National Park, Pyramids of Sun and Moon, Quilmes Ruins, Raqchi Artisan Centre and ruins, Sillustani Ruins and Museum w/Guide, Sumidero Canyon, Teotihuacan Ruins, Tikal Ruins and National Park, Tour of the Sacred Valley, Sacsayhuaman and Ollantaytambo, Trek from Quilotoa to Chugchilan, Trekking, Tulum ruins, Uros Island boat trip on Lake Titicaca, Valle de la Luna Excursion, Vineyard Tour, Visit to Manos Amigas, Visit to Santuario la Lajas, Visit to the Panama Canal, Yaxchilan Ruins

  • Notes:

    Please note that this trip requires minimum numbers to depart, and may be cancelled up until 56 days prior to departure. The places showing on the dates and availability page are an indication only so please contact Intrepid to check if your preferred date will depart before making any final arrangements, such as booking non-changeable flights.

  • Trip price from

    USD $8,475
    CAD $8,530
    AUD $8,245
    EUR €6,605
    GBP £5,140
    NZD $10,565
    ZAR R65,915
    CHF FR7,650
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    USD $4,440
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  • Total price from

    USD $12,915*
    CAD $12,841*
    AUD $12,494*
    EUR €9,704*
    GBP £7,848*
    NZD $15,893*
    ZAR R96,795*
    CHF FR11,162*
    *     Price information
  • * Refer to booking conditions
  • ‡ As our kitty is flexible the indicated amount is indicative only - please click here to view the kitty amount for your departure date.

  • Per day from:

    USD $96
    CAD $95
    AUD $93
    EUR €72
    GBP £58
    NZD $118
    ZAR R722
    CHF FR83
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    • 134
    • GDBDC
    • Trip Price tool tip
      USD $8,475
      CAD $8,530
      AUD $8,245
      EUR €6,605
      GBP £5,140
      NZD $10,565
      ZAR R65,915
      CHF FR7,650
    • Kitty tool tip
      USD $4,440
      ‡
    • Total price tool tip
      USD $12,915*
      CAD $12,841*
      AUD $12,494*
      EUR €9,704*
      GBP £7,848*
      NZD $15,893*
      ZAR R96,795*
      CHF FR11,162*
      *
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‡ As our kitty is flexible the indicated amount is indicative only - please click here to view the kitty amount for your departure date.

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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.

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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!