Tours - La Paz to Rio

only  £1570.00

La Paz to Rio

Duration:

from 26 days

Immerse in the colour of La Paz, Experience the bizarre landscapes of Salar de Uyuni, Wander through Sucre's whitewashed streets, Explore the vast wetlands of the Pantanal, Discover underground caves in Bonito, Hear the deafening roar of Iguazu Falls, Chill-out on an island getaway, Live it up in Rio de Janeiro...

    

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0845 344 7642

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For travellers with a yearning to get off the beaten track, Intrepid opens up a whole new world, Intrepid travellers explore the world's most amazing places - discovering real people, real cultures and having incredible real life experiences along the way.

With an average group size of just 10 people, Intrepid gives travellers the freedom and flexibility to get off the tourist trails and really experience local cultures.

Trip Highlights:

• Immerse in the colour of La Paz
• Experience the bizarre landscapes of Salar de Uyuni
• Wander through Sucre's whitewashed streets
• Explore the vast wetlands of the Pantanal
• Discover underground caves in Bonito
• Hear the deafening roar of Iguazu Falls
• Chill-out on an island getaway
• Live it up in Rio de Janeiro

Days 1-3 La Paz

Explore an intriguing blend of the modern and traditional in Bolivia's cultural capital. Hit the markets for everything from ponchos to leather goods and lucky charms.

Days 4-6 Salar de Uyuni

Take a 4WD tour of the salt flats and harsh landscapes of Salar de Uyuni, stopping off at the striking rich, red Colorada Lake. Explore this strange and stunning landscape; the endless, white salt plains are a surreal sight that photograph superbly. This geyser-studded area also provides some great thermal baths to soak in - the perfect end to a day on the plains.

Days 7-8 Potosi

Descend deep underground, crawl through tight spaces and experience cool temperatures on an optional guided tour of one of Potosi's famed mines - an experience not for the faint-hearted.

Days 9-10 Sucre

Head to the Plaza 25 de Mayo to mingle with Sucre's well-heeled residents and have a look at the ornate interior of the Iglesia de la Merced. Alternatively, visit Cal Orck'o to see dinosaur footprints estimated to be 60 million years old.

Days 11-12 Santa Cruz

Fly to the steamy lowlands of the Andean foothills and travel to Santa Cruz, a friendly city with arcaded streets, for a final night in Bolivia.

Days 13-14 Pantanal

Cross the border at Corumba, Brazil's frontier town and gateway to the Pantanal, the world's largest wetland area. A vast variety of wildlife call this place home, so keep an eye out for howler monkeys, giant otters, anteaters or even caimans.

Days 15-17 Bonito

The clear rivers are teeming with fish and there are some excellent caves in this area, including one which has an underground lake with sapphire-blue warm waters.

Days 18-19 Iguazu Falls

View the falls from both Brazil and Argentina and marvel at the 270 waterfalls magnificently cascading into a central river.

Days 20-21 Curitiba

Stroll the leafy streets of Curitiba, considered a model city for quality of life in Brazil.

Days 22-24 IIha Grande

Sip caipirinhas, snooze in the sun or swim in the beautiful warm waters of this island getaway.

Days 25-26 Rio de Janeiro

Say 'ola' to the party capital, refreshed and ready to samba the night away with local residents. Or if too much beaching is never enough, find a spot on the sand at iconic Ipanema.

Intrepid Travel Ltd

For travellers with a yearning to get off the beaten track, Intrepid opens up a whole new world. With a huge variety of travel styles available, Intrepid travellers explore the world's most amazing places - discovering real people, real cultures and having incredible real life experiences along the way.

    

or call:

0845 344 7642