Situated in the Altiplano, the high plateau of the Andes region, Puno is a picturesque lake town known as the Folkloric Capital of Peru. From remote Cabanaconde, we took a local bus to the traditional market town…
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Overview This itinerary offers the best of Brazil in 3 weeks. Enjoy a quick 24 hours in Porto Alegre before heading to the UNESCO World Natural Heritage Site of Iguaçu National Park. Take in the amazing…
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Overview This itinerary offers the best of Argentina in 4 weeks. Soak up the easygoing way of life in the elegant, colonial town of Salta. Explore the charming wine region of Cafayate and its plentiful bodegas.…
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Overview This itinerary offers the best of Uruguay in 2 weeks. Colonia del Sacramento is a charming historic town that’s a gentle entry point into this typically overlooked country in South America. In Montevideo, there’s plenty…
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Narrow passages. Rocky terrain. Vertical drops of 3,000 feet. Turns out getting to the Amazon is more terrifying than the jungle itself. Our adventure began in the bustling city of La Paz in Bolivia’s Altiplano region.…
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Overview This itinerary offers the best of Peru in 3 weeks. Visit the historical sites and museums of the former Incan capital of Cusco. Explore the archaeological wonder of Machu Picchu, the Lost City of the…
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Prehistoric lakes. Rare flamingos. Otherworldly vistas. The Uyuni Salt Flats and Atacama Desert is no doubt, an unforgettable trip. It’s also one of the most grueling. Jungle trekking through the Amazon seemed like a cakewalk in…
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Experiencing the Amazon at a Bolivian eco-lodge was a humble reminder of the beauty and fragility of nature. After navigating frenetic La Paz and surviving the harrowing journey on the Death Road, we couldn’t wait to…
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Located in the Andes Mountains, La Paz is the world’s highest administrative capital at 12,000 feet above sea level. Situated in a bowl-like valley, this colorful, crazy city is a fascinating place to visit. From Fighting…
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According to ancient Incan history, Isla del Sol is the birthplace of the Sun God. As if this place needed any more mystical vibes. At almost six miles long, Isla del Sol (a.k.a. “Island of the…
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