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      GBP £7,540
      NZD $15,500
      ZAR R85,970
      CHF FR9,780
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      GBP £11,444*
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Beach, Manuel Antonio National Park, Costa Rica

Bird in Patagonia, Argentina

Banff, Canada

Beach in Tulum, Mexico

Perito Moreno Glacier, Argentina

Colourful textiles, Antigua

Salar de Uyuni, Bolivia

Chichen Itza, Mexico

Peruvian family

Monument valley, USA

Yellowstone National Park

Palanque, Mexico

Bagel, USA

Lake Titicaca, Peru

Architecture in Lima, Peru

Torres del Paine National Park, Chile

Grand Canyon

Day 1 Anchorage

Explore the Alaskan city of Anchorage.
ACCOM: Hostel - 1

Days 2-3 Seward/Kenai Fjords National Park

Savour the sound of cracking ice at stunning Portage Glacier.
ACCOM: Camping (with facilities) - 2

Days 4-6 Denali National Park

Try to spot grizzlies, bull moose and an array of other amazing wildlife in the sublime surrounds of Denali National Park. Camp in the shadow of impressive Mount McKinley
ACCOM: Camping (with facilities) - 3

Days 7-8 Maclaren

Enjoy plenty of time to revel in the heavenly Alaskan wilderness.
ACCOM: Bush camp (no facilities) - 1, Lodge - 1

Days 9-10 McCarthy/Wrangell-St Elias National Park

Visit the largest national park in the USA and perhaps choose to hike, go on a glacier walk, and ice-climb.
ACCOM: Camping (with facilities) - 2

Day 11 Tok

A scenic drive winds up in Tok, a major centre for dog-sledding.
ACCOM: Camping (with facilities) - 1

Days 12-13 Dawson

Travel along the ‘Top of the World Highway’ and enter Canada, where Dawson City offers an abundance of real out-west experiences!
ACCOM: Camping (with facilities) - 2

Day 14 Whitehorse

Head to the capital of the Yukon Territory, Whitehorse, and perhaps enjoy the warmth of the Takhini Hot Springs.
ACCOM: Camping (with facilities) - 1

Day 15 Cotton Lake

Camp by Cotton Lake, before crossing back into the USA.
ACCOM: Camping (with facilities) - 1

Days 16-17 Hyder

Discover Misty Fjords National Park and keep an eye out for bears roaming among the amazing scenery.
ACCOM: Camping (with facilities) - 2

Day 18 Hazelton

En route to the Rocky Mountains, stop off in Hazelton and visit the Ksan Indian Village.
ACCOM: Camping (with facilities) - 1

Days 19-20 Jasper National Park

Camp for two nights in Jasper, and behold the nearby Athabasca Falls – a magnificent sight.
ACCOM: Camping (with facilities) - 2

Days 21-23 Banff National Park

Be entranced by the intense blue of Banff National Park’s Lake Louise, bordered by green pines that grow right up to the shoreline and gunmetal grey mountains striped with snow.
ACCOM: Camping (with basic facilities) - 3

Days 24-25 Glacier National Park

Go hiking in spectacular Glacier National Park, and pay a visit to Head-Smashed-In Buffalo Jump, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
ACCOM: Camping (with facilities) - 2

Days 26-28 Yellowstone National Park/Gardiner

Experience the power of Old Faithful and other geysers while staying near Yellowstone National Park.
ACCOM: Camping (with facilities) - 3

Days 29-30 Jackson Hole/Grand Teton National Park

Staying in nearby Jackson means Grand Teton National Park is well within reach, and presents the ideal spot for hiking.
ACCOM: Camping (with facilities) - 2

Day 31 Salt Lake City

Get educated on the origins of the Mormon culture while staying in Salt Lake City.
ACCOM: Camping (with facilities) - 1

Days 32-34 Moab/Arches National Park/Canyonlands National Park

Discover bizarre rock formations, contrasting colours and countless canyons in Moab’s two famous national parks – Arches and Canyonlands.
ACCOM: Camping (with facilities) - 3

Day 35 Monument Valley

Journey through the surreal landscapes of Monument Valley, a United States icon and the film set for countless movies.
ACCOM: Hogan - 1

Day 36 Lake Powell

Head to Lake Powell in Arizona, with the Navajo National Monument presenting a worthwhile en-route stopover.
ACCOM: Camping (with facilities) - 1

Day 37 Bryce Canyon National Park

Visit Bryce Canyon and camp overnight in a lovely spot in Kodachrome Basin State Park.
ACCOM: Camping (with facilities) - 1

Day 38 Zion National Park

This national park is a playground for adventurous types. Why not go river-tubing, canyoning, or hiking.
ACCOM: Camping (with facilities) - 1

Days 39-40 Las Vegas

After camping in the great outdoors, there are tough choices to make in this city that needs no introduction – enjoy the non-stop nightlife or flop onto a comfy bed to get a good night’s sleep!
ACCOM: Hotel - 2

Days 41-42 Grand Canyon National Park

Leave Las Vegas and head straight to the mind-blowing Grand Canyon, where there is time a plenty for optional treks and flights.
ACCOM: Camping (with facilities) - 2

Day 43 Tombstone

Head south through Arizona and towards Mexico for a night in the wild-west town of Tombstone, a place steeped in history.
ACCOM: Camping (with facilities) - 1

Day 44 Los Mochis

Bid the USA farewell and cross into marvelous Mexico.
ACCOM: Camping (with facilities) - 1

Days 45-46 Sayulita

Visit the surfing town of Sayulita, where surfing is optional, but enjoying the chilled-out beach life is not!
ACCOM: Camping (with facilities) - 2

Day 47 Tequila

A guided tour of the Jose Cuerva tequila distillery presents the ideal opportunity to get absolutely… educated on this ancient tipple.
ACCOM: Camping (with facilities) - 1

Days 48-49 Angahuan

Visit the gateway to the Paricutin volcano, and perhaps choose to do an optional climb or trek around the volcano.
ACCOM: Camping (with facilities) - 2

Day 50 Patzcuaro

Make the most of the relaxing atmosphere of the small colonial town of Patzcuaro.
ACCOM: Camping (with facilities) - 1

Days 51-52 Mexico City

One of the world’s busiest and most populated cities, Mexico City is a wealth of culture and history. Explore museums, ruins and art galleries by day, and buzzing restaurants and bars by night.
ACCOM: Hotel - 2

Days 53-54 Oaxaca

Rest those weary heads in a posada and wander the streets of this lovely, laidback colonial city, before heading off to explore the Zapotec remains at Monte Alban.
ACCOM: Guesthouse - 2

Days 55-57 San Cristobal De Las Casas

Admire brightly painted buildings while traipsing through the cobbled streets of charismatic San Cristobal, and cruise along the stunning Sumidero Canyon.
ACCOM: Hotel - 3

Day 58 Yaxchilan

Marvel at the awe-inspiring Mayan ruins at Yaxchilan and the impressive murals at Bonampak.
ACCOM: Camping (with facilities) - 1

Days 59-60 Palenque

There are waterfalls to be viewed in Palenque, but even they pale in comparison to the sheer wow-factor of the famed ruined city.
ACCOM: Camping (with facilities) - 2

Day 61 Merida

Soak up the colonial, artistic vibe of Merida, the capital of the Yucatan state, and make the most of the ample nightlife.
ACCOM: Hotel - 1

Day 62 Chichen Itza

A guided tour of Chichen Itza – one of the most spectacular Mayan sites in the area – will reveal the history of this UNESCO World Heritage site.
ACCOM: Camping (with facilities) - 1

Days 63-64 Tulum

Sleep under the stars on a remote beach on the Caribbean coastline. Fill the days with relaxing and swimming, and have enough time left over to visit the cliff-top Maya-Toltec ruins at Tulum.
ACCOM: Camping (with facilities) - 2

Days 65-67 Caye Caulker

Relax in the sun and frolic on the beach on the Caribbean island of Caye Caulker – this slice of paradise is one of Belize’s most beautiful spots.
ACCOM: Hotel - 3

Days 68-69 San Ignacio

San Ignacio offers a fantastic opportunity to take part in some optional activities, including canoeing and mountain-biking.
ACCOM: Camping (with facilities) - 2

Day 70 Tikal

Cross over into Guatemala where a guided tour of the incredible Mayan ruins of Tikal is definitely a highlight.
ACCOM: Camping (with facilities) - 1

Days 71-72 Poptun

Stay on a working farm and experience a piece of local life in this small Guatemalan town.
ACCOM: Camping (with facilities) - 2

Day 73 Livingston

Jump on a boat along the Rio Dulce and arrive in Livingston – a town with no connecting roads – and experience a destination that is unique even to Central America.
ACCOM: Hotel - 1

Day 74 San Andres Itzapa

Jump aboard another boat and travel along the Rio Dulce to arrive in San Andres Itzapa where we spend the night at a community project assisting victims of domestic violence.
ACCOM: Guesthouse - 1

Days 75-77 Panajachel/Lake Atitlan/Chichicastenango

Unwind on the shores of picturesque Lake Atitlan, and visit villages around the lake on an optional boat ride. Visit renowned and colourful Chichicastenango market and drop some pennies on local goods and produce.
ACCOM: Camping (with facilities) - 2

Days 78-79 Antigua

Discover more of lovely Antigua. Feeling adventurous? Perhaps take up the challenge of trekking up Pacaya, the nearby active volcano.
ACCOM: Hotel - 2

Days 80-81 El Imposible National Park

Glimpse diverse flora and fauna in El Impossible National Park, keeping an eye out for pumas, tigrillos, and black-crested eagles.
ACCOM: Camping (with facilities) - 2

Day 82 Cerro Verde National Park

Absorb intoxicating views of the surrounding volcanic countryside from the grounds of Cerro Verde National Park.
ACCOM: Camping (with basic facilities) - 1

Day 83 Suchitoto

Stroll the cobblestone streets of Suchitoto and observe the abundance of gorgeous whitewashed houses.
ACCOM: Hotel - 1

Days 84-85 Copan

Cross into Honduras and weave through the astonishing ruins Mayan ruins of Copan.
ACCOM: Camping (with facilities) - 2

Days 86-88 Roatan Island

Kick back in a posada on this Caribbean island paradise. Laze on the beach, swim in turquoise waters, or chat to locals in one of the many bars and restaurants.
ACCOM: Guesthouse - 3

Day 89 Lake Yojoa

Camp by the tranquil waters of Lake Yojoa, before leaving Honduras for Nicaragua the next day.
ACCOM: Camping (with facilities) - 1

Day 90 Leon

Get a fascinating introduction to Nicaragua in the university town of Leon. With its colonial architecture clashing with graffiti and political emblems, this is a real culture hotspot.
ACCOM: Camping (with facilities) - 1

Day 91 Masaya National Park

Whether visiting the market or exploring the volcano, there’s plenty to do in this national park
ACCOM: Camping (with basic facilities) - 1

Day 92 Granada

Be wooed by the colonial charms of Granada, Nicaragua’s oldest city.
ACCOM: Hotel - 1

Days 93-94 Ometepe Island

Get used to the pace of island life on magical Ometepe Island, home to two imposing volcanoes and a host of diverse ecosystems.
ACCOM: Hotel - 2

Days 95-96 La Fortuna/Arenal Volcano National Park

Witness the majestic lava flow of Arenal Volcano glowing in the night, and be tempted by an optional visit to the thermal pools.
ACCOM: Camping (with facilities) - 2

Days 97-98 Monteverde

Come to grips with the mind-boggling range of flora and fauna in the Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve.
ACCOM: Hotel - 2

Day 99 San Jose

Visit San Jose, Costa Rica’s capital city, and have stacks of time to wander the streets and experience local life.
ACCOM: Hotel - 1

Days 100-101 Manuel Antonio National Park

Head towards the Pacific Coast and embark on jungle walks in Manuel Antonio National Park.
ACCOM: Cabin - 2

Days 102-103 Chiriqui

Get an adrenaline fix in Panama’s ‘wonderland’,Chiriqui - famed for its rafting, hiking and Volcan Baru, the highest point in the country.
ACCOM: Guesthouse - 2

Day 104 Santa Clara

Paddle in the Pacific Ocean at Santa Clara beach, enjoying one final night under the stars in Panama.
ACCOM: Camping (with facilities) - 1

Days 105-106 Panama City

Check out the famous Panama Canal and discover Panama City’s old and new sections, both with more culture than you can shake a stick at.
ACCOM: Hotel - 2

Days 107-108 Cartagena

Welcome to Colombia, where the beautiful city of Cartagena serves as a damn fine introduction to this vibrant cultural hotspot.
ACCOM: Hotel - 2

Days 109-110 Covenas/San Bernardo Islands

More beachside relaxation is on the cards in Covenas before an unforgettable guided tour around the San Bernardo Islands, renowned for their dazzling beaches with powder-fine sand.
ACCOM: Camping (with facilities) - 2

Days 111-112 Medellin

Be spoilt by stunning views in vibrant Medellin, a city ringed by beautiful peaks. Get to know the narrow streets by foot, indulge in the dynamic nightlife, or perhaps choose to spend a day in sleepy Santa Fe de Antioquia where life looks much like it did in the 18th century.
ACCOM: Hostel - 2

Days 113-115 Guatapé

Head to alluring Guatape, set amidst rolling countryside. Perhaps climb the 644 steps to the top of El Penon de Guatape to gain incredible views of the surrounding area.
ACCOM: Camping (with facilities) - 3

Days 116-117 Manizales

Get a serious caffeine fix while staying on a coffee plantation in Manizales, where a night of music and dancing will have travellers reaching for the espresso the following morning!
ACCOM: Camping (with facilities) - 2

Day 118 Los Nevados National Park

Explore the savage but beautiful landscape of Los Nevados National Park, home to a unique combination of wildlife and vegetation as well as a wild, contrasting landscape.
ACCOM: Camping (with facilities) - 1

Days 119-120 Cali

Experience the nightlife of Cali, often dubbed Colombia’s liveliest city. Why not get spicy in a salsa class, or visit Cali Zoo – one of the best zoos in South America.
ACCOM: Camping (with facilities) - 2

Day 121 Popayan

Admire the remarkable regularity of buildings with white facades in dazzling Popayan.
ACCOM: Hotel - 1

Day 122 Ipiales

Visit the mind-blowing Santuario La Lajas, a neo-Gothic cathedral built on the outskirts of Ipiales.
ACCOM: Hotel - 1

Day 123 Otavalo

Farewell Colombia and cross over into Ecuador, making tracks for the Indian market town of Otavalo.
ACCOM: Hotel - 1

Days 124-125 Quito

Stop by at the Equator on the way to Quito, a wonderfully historic city.
ACCOM: Hotel - 2

Days 126-128 Amazon Jungle

Camp by a brilliant rainforest lodge run by the local Kichwa community and experience the real Amazon.
ACCOM: Lodge - 3

Days 129-131 Rio Verde

For those who are feeling a little too relaxed, perhaps a rafting or canyoning adventure is in order. Or, if the urge to unwind is still strong, head to Banos to chill out in the famous hot springs.
ACCOM: Camping (with facilities) - 3

Days 132-133 Chugchilan/Quilotoa Loop

Encounter fascinating Ecuadorian villages on a drive around the Quilotoa Loop. View the local Crater Lake at Quilotoa and set off on one of Ecuador’s finest day hikes back to Chugchilan.
ACCOM: Hostel - 2

Day 134 Riobamba

Drive along the southern section of the Quilotoa loop before finding a spot to rest those weary heads near Riobamba.
ACCOM: Hotel - 1

Day 135 Cuenca

Overnight in Cuenca, another fine example of South America’s colonial cities, and perhaps pay a visit to the famous Panama hat factory.
ACCOM: Guesthouse - 1

Days 136-137 Punta Sal

Say hello to Peru and shoreline of the Pacific Ocean. Chill out in the tranquil beachside resort town of Punta Sal.
ACCOM: Camping (with facilities) - 2

Days 138-139 Huanchaco

Visit the Lord of Sipan Museum en route to Huanchaco, home to the surfing fishermen, and watch these skilful men bobbing among the waves while balancing on their narrow reed canoes. Spend a full day exploring the ruins of Chan Chan - the largest pre-Columbian city in South America - and stop by the temples of the Sun and the Moon.
ACCOM: Camping (with facilities) - 2

Days 140-142 Huaraz

With glaciers, clear blue lakes, and staggeringly beautiful mountains, the scenery of Huaraz will have climbers and hikers itching with excitement.
ACCOM: Guesthouse - 3

Days 143-144 Lima

Stay in the Peruvian capital of Lima, where free time can be used to explore the colonial city, visit the Gold Museum or eerie bone-filled catacombs.
ACCOM: Hotel - 2

Day 145 Paracas/Ballestas Islands

Visit Paracas National Park, an area rich in coastal wildlife. Take a walk along the coastline and spot the vibrant birdlife Paracas is famous for, and perhaps partake in some optional sandboarding and dune-buggying in Huachachina.
ACCOM: Bush camp (no facilities) - 1

Day 146 Nazca

Learn about the mysterious sand images and glimpse them from a viewing platform.
ACCOM: Camping (with facilities) - 1

Day 147 Puerto Inca

The windswept graves at the Chauchilla Cemetery display the eerie skeletons and mummified bodies of the Nazca people, some of which date from 1,000 AD. Camp overnight near Puerto Inca.
ACCOM: Camping (with facilities) - 1

Days 148-149 Arequipa

Marvel at the grand colonial buildings in the ‘white city’ of Arequipa.
ACCOM: Hotel - 2

Days 150-151 Chivay/Colca Canyon

Opt-in to bathe in Chivay’s thermal springs and visit the remarkable Colca Canyon for a bit of condor spotting.
ACCOM: Hotel - 2

Day 152 Raqchi Homestay

Stay with a local family in Raqchi, where fond and lasting memories await.
ACCOM: Homestay - 1

Days 153-154 Cuzco

Walk beside Inca-built walls while winding through the steep streets of Cusco, the archaeological capital of the Americas.
ACCOM: Hotel - 2

Days 155-158 Classic Inca Trail/Quechua Community Trek/Ollantaytambo

Begin an epic Andean trek through Peruvian mountains and jungles, stopping to explore archaeological ruins en route to one of the New Seven Wonders of the World – Machu Picchu.
ACCOM: Camping (with facilities) - 4

Days 159-160 Machu Picchu/Cuzco

Rise early to discover the ruins of Machu Picchu bathed in the golden morning light. Get an up-close look at awe-inspiring Machu Picchu on a guided tour, before catching a train back to Cusco.
ACCOM: Hotel - 2

Day 161 Puno

Spot the ancient funerary towers of Sillustani rising from the windswept antiplano. Spend the night in Puno, located on the shores of Lake Titicaca.
ACCOM: Hotel - 1

Days 162-163 Lake Titicaca/Copacabana

Uncover the floating reed islands of Uros on Lake Titicaca before driving across the Bolivian border to Copacabana. Embark on an all-day trip to the intriguing Isla del Sol.
ACCOM: Hotel - 2

Days 164-166 La Paz

The highest capital city in the world, La Paz is a colourful, enigmatic city, packed full of markets, restaurants and cultural attractions.
ACCOM: Hotel - 3

Days 167-168 Potosi

Get to know Potosi, a lively city with a turbulent past.
ACCOM: Camping (with facilities) - 1, Hotel - 1

Days 169-170 Salar de Uyuni

Leave Potosi for Uyuni, and marvel at the optical illusions of the famous salt flats of Salar de Uyuni.
ACCOM: Bush camp (no facilities) - 1, Hotel - 1

Day 171 Bolivian Altiplano

Explore Bolivia’s high Altiplano, taking in Laguna Colorado and Laguna Verde along the way.
ACCOM: Hotel - 1

Days 172-173 San Pedro de Atacama

Visit the extraordinary Moon Valley, home of stunning sunsets and awesome stargazing opportunities.
ACCOM: Bush camp (no facilities) - 1, Camping (with facilities) - 1

Days 174-175 Salta

Get familiar with the Spanish colonial city of Salta, with its beautiful main plaza, pumping nightlife and adventure-filled Quebrada de Humahuaca, a narrow valley flanked by spectacularly colourful mountains and giant cacti.
ACCOM: Hotel - 2

Day 176 Cafayate

Wine connoisseurs (or winos, if you will) will rejoice at this opportunity to sample some of Argentina’s finest wine at one of its vineyards.
ACCOM: Camping (with facilities) - 1

Day 177 Quilmes

Wander among the remarkable, maze-like Quilmes ruins.
ACCOM: Camping (with facilities) - 3

Days 178-180 Estancia stay

Hang out with the gauchos on a traditional Argentinean cattle ranch.
ACCOM: Camping (with facilities) - 1

Days 181-183 Mendoza

Go mountain-biking or wine-tasting in Mendoza; just don’t do them both at the same time.
ACCOM: Bush camp (no facilities) - 1, Hostel - 2

Days 184-186 Santiago

Arrive in Santiago, Chile and enjoy loads of time to mooch around the streets and explore the local culture.
ACCOM: Hotel - 3

Day 187 Salto del Laja

Travel down the spine of the Andes, through the heart of Chilean wine country.
ACCOM: Camping (with facilities) - 1

Days 188-189 Pucon

Opt to climb the nearby volcano of Villarrica or relax in the thermal springs around Pucon.
ACCOM: Camping (with facilities) - 2

Day 190 Puerto Montt/Overnight Ferry

Board an overnight ferry at Puerto Montt and cross the Golfo de Corcovado to reach Chaiten.
ACCOM: Overnight ferry - 1

Day 191 Carretera Austral

Head through Chilean Fjords to the magical Colgante Glacier. Walk atop ice that’s hundreds of years old on an optional glacier walk.
ACCOM: Camping (with facilities) - 1

Days 192-194 Chilean Fjord Coast

Visit Patagonia and camp in the wilds, amid the intense beauty and isolation of one of the world's final frontiers. Relish nature in this region where hiking trails and glaciers are in abundance.
ACCOM: Bush camp (no facilities) - 3

Days 195-197 Los Glaciares National Park/El Chalten

Get active in Los Glaciares National Park. Embark on a hike for breathtaking views of Monte Fitzroy and Cerro Torre, or hear ice crunch underfoot on a glacier trek.
ACCOM: Camping (with facilities) - 3

Days 198-199 Perito Moreno Glacier/El Calafate

Journey through incredible scenery to El Calafate, where a guided tour of the stunning Perito Moreno Glacier is a real treat.
ACCOM: Hotel - 2

Days 200-204 Torres del Paine National Park

Explore the rugged beauty of Torres del Paine National Park in detail – the highlight of the trip for many passengers.
ACCOM: Camping (with facilities) - 5

Day 205 Strait of Magellan

Retrace Charles Darwin’s footsteps on a ferry crossing to the Magellan Straits.
ACCOM: Bush camp (no facilities) - 1

Days 206-207 Ushuaia

End this truly epic adventure in Ushuaia, the southernmost town in the world and enjoy a guided tour of Tierra del Fuego National Park.
ACCOM: Hostel - 1

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