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Anchorage to Ushuaia Overview

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    • Trip Price tool tip
      USD $12,435
      CAD $12,510
      AUD $12,090
      EUR €9,690
      GBP £7,540
      NZD $15,500
      ZAR R85,970
      CHF FR9,780
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      USD $6,400
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      USD $18,835*
      CAD $18,724*
      AUD $18,214*
      EUR €14,157*
      GBP £11,444*
      NZD $23,180*
      ZAR R130,482*
      CHF FR14,842*
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  • 2012-01-01 - 2013-12-31

Cross the Americas on an overland adventure from Anchorage, Alaska to Ushuaia, Argentina

As far as ultimate American adventures go, this trip from Anchorage to Ushuaia ticks all the boxes. Spanning the length of the entire spine of the Americas, all the way from Alaska down to the tip of Argentina, this 207-day adventure is nothing short of epic. Starting in Anchorage, Alaska, the tour ventures down through Canada, then the USA, Mexico, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, Panama, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia, Chile and finally ends in Ushuaia, Argentina - the world’s southernmost city. 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.

  • Sip local wine and go whitewater rafting in Argentina

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Anchorage to Ushuaia Summary

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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.

Day 104 Santa Clara

Paddle in the Pacific Ocean at Santa Clara beach, enjoying one final night under the stars in Panama.

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.

Days 107-108 Cartagena

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

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.

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.

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.

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!

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.

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.

Day 121 Popayan

Admire the remarkable regularity of buildings with white facades in dazzling Popayan.

Day 122 Ipiales

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

Day 123 Otavalo

Farewell Colombia and cross over into Ecuador, making tracks for the Indian market town of Otavalo.

Days 124-125 Quito

Stop by at the Equator on the way to Quito, a wonderfully historic city.

Days 126-128 Amazon Jungle

The Amazon Rainforest, over 1.7 billion acres in size and spilling over into 8 countries, is a wondrous place with a bounty of plantlife, animals and fascinating communities.

Days 129-131 Rio Verde

Rio Verde is a beautiful little town set in a valley with great hiking and close to several lovely waterfalls, including the San Miguels falls.

Days 132-133 Chugchilan/Quilotoa Loop

Nestled in amongst the Andes, Chugchilan is a picturesque village with amazing mountain scenery, wonderful hiking trails and is a perfect base to explore the area. The Quilotoa Loop starts in Latacunga and journeys through local villages, stunning mountain vistas, cloud forests and valleys, and to the beautiful Laguna Quilotoa.

Day 134 Riobamba

Ecuador's mountain-climbing and trekking capital, Riobamba is a lovely city at the starting point of the Nariz del Diablo (Devil's Nose) train ride.

Day 135 Cuenca

With roots tracing back to 8000BC, Cuenca is a fascinating and beautiful city, and World Heritage-listed due to its wonderfully preserved heritage buildings.

Days 136-137 Punta Sal

Gorgeous secluded beaches, blue skies and a relaxed pace of life are on offer in Punta Sal, a lovely beachside town in the very north of Peru.

Days 138-139 Huanchaco

Famed for its 'surfing' fishermen, Huanchaco was once a small fishing village but is now a relaxed beach haven for travellers keen on seeing the nearby ruins.

Days 140-142 Huaraz

Set amid the dramatic Callejon de Huaylas Valley and known for its excellent trekking, Huaraz has a lovely Plaza de Armas and good markets.

Days 143-144 Lima

Lima is a large, fascinating hotchpotch of architectural styles, coastal scenes, world cuisines, impressive museums, traditional culture and modern arts and nightlife.

Day 145 Paracas/Ballestas Islands

Home to a large number of birds and wildlife species, Paracas National Reserve helps preserve Peru's marine ecosystem and the cultural heritage of the Paracas people. With birds circling ahead, a dramatic coastline with stone arches and caves, and animals galore lazing on rocks and beaches, the Ballestas Islands are a visual feast.

Day 146 Nazca

Rebuilt completely after a devastating earthquake in 1996, Nazca is home to the mysterious Nazca Lines and a city of colourful houses with a pretty main square.

Day 147 Puerto Inca

Puerto Inca is a tiny, sandy place with an abundance of ruins and beautiful coastal scenery to enjoy.

Days 148-149 Arequipa

The beautiful 'White City' of Arequipa is surrounded by volcanoes, is rich in Spanish colonial architecture and abounds with local culture and cuisine.

Days 150-151 Chivay/Colca Canyon

Known for its love of karaoke, Chivay is a small town located near the Colca Canyon with an interesting market and some relaxing hot springs close by. Over twice as deep as the Grand Canyon, and with Andean Condors soaring high above, the Colca Canyon commands reverie.

Day 152 Raqchi Homestay

Traditional houses, customs and handicrafts are a signature part of Raqchi, a small village just outside of Cuzco.

Days 153-154 Cuzco

Cuzco is the gateway to Machu Picchu and a city with majestic architecture, impressive ruins, a lively town centre and cultural significance around every cobblestone corner.
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What's included in this trip

  • Start:

    Anchorage, United States

  • Finish:

    Ushuaia, Argentina

  • Group size:

    Min 4 , Max 22

  • Ages:

    Min 18

  • Meals:

    All meals when camping

  • Accommodation:

    Bush camp (no facilities) (9 nts), Cabin (2 nts), Camping (with basic facilities) (5 nts), Camping (with facilities) (106 nts), Guesthouse (12 nts), Hogan (1 nt), Homestay (1 nt), Hostel (8 nts), Hotel (57 nts), Lodge (4 nts), Overnight ferry (1 nt)

  • Transport:

    Boat, Ferry, Overland vehicle, Train

  • Included activities:

    3 night/3 day Amazon Adventure, Alternative Inca Trail and Quechua Community trek, Ballestas Island entrance fee, Bonampak Ruins, Canyonlands National Park, Chan Chan Archaeological Site, Chauchilla cemetery, Chichen Itza ruins, Chichicastenango Market, City tour, Coffee Plantation Tour, Manizales, Colgante Glacier, Cuerva Tequila Distillery, Cueva de las Manos, El Penon de Guatape, Guided tour around Dawson City, Guided tour of Cartagena, Guided tour of Denali National Park, Guided tour of ruins, Head Smashed in Buffalo Jump, Isla del Sol boat trip, Jeep tour of Uyuni Salt Flats, Kenai Fjords scenic cruise, 'Ksan Historical Village, Lord of Sipan Museum, Los Glaciaries National Park, Machu Picchu guided tour, Misol-Ha and Agua Azul waterfalls, Mitad del Mundo, Monte Alban Ruins, Moreno Glacier, 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, Thermal baths, Tierra del Fuego National Park, Tikal Ruins and National Park, Torres del Paine National Park, Tour of Misty Fjords National Park, Tour of the Sacred Valley, Sacsayhuaman and Ollantaytambo, Trek from Quilotoa to Chugchilan, Trekking, Trip to Los Nevados National Park, Tulum ruins, Uros Island boat trip on Lake Titicaca, Vineyard Tour, Visit to Banos, Visit to Lake Louise, Visit to Manos Amigas, Visit to Santuario la Lajas, Visit to the Panama Canal, Wine tasting, Yaxchilan Ruins

  • Carbon emissions offset:

    5973kg pp per trip

  • 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 $12,435
    CAD $12,510
    AUD $12,090
    EUR €9,690
    GBP £7,540
    NZD $15,500
    ZAR R85,970
    CHF FR9,780
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    USD $6,400
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  • Total price from

    USD $18,835*
    CAD $18,724*
    AUD $18,214*
    EUR €14,157*
    GBP £11,444*
    NZD $23,180*
    ZAR R130,482*
    CHF FR14,842*
    *     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 $90
    CAD $90
    AUD $87
    EUR €68
    GBP £55
    NZD $111
    ZAR R630
    CHF FR71
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    • 207
    • SDOBC
    • Trip Price tool tip
      USD $12,435
      CAD $12,510
      AUD $12,090
      EUR €9,690
      GBP £7,540
      NZD $15,500
      ZAR R85,970
      CHF FR9,780
    • Kitty tool tip
      USD $6,400
      ‡
    • Total price tool tip
      USD $18,835*
      CAD $18,724*
      AUD $18,214*
      EUR €14,157*
      GBP £11,444*
      NZD $23,180*
      ZAR R130,482*
      CHF FR14,842*
      *
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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.

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!