21 Day Southern Divide

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Trip Length

21 Days

Trip Starts

Lima

Trip Finishes

Santiago

21 Day Southern Divide Itinerary (G Adventures)

Countries Explored: Peru, Bolivia, Chile

Trip Operator

G Adventures

116 Reviews

Trip Style

Classic

Departures

Jun 2025 to Dec 2026

Budget

Affordable

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Moderate

Guide Level

Fully Guided

Trip Code

SMS

Overview

Book online and enjoy exclusive savings on G Adventures 21 Day Southern Divide. For those looking to experience the history, culture, and wilderness of South America, this three-week adventure through Peru, Bolivia, and Chile is packed full of some of the continent’s most iconic and popular highlights. Explore the Sacred Valley and uncover Incan history high in the Andes at legendary Machu Picchu. Explore incredible landscapes at Salar de Uyuni and the Atacama Desert, and encounter vibrant culture at Lake Titicaca. Because we have years of experience and established operational offices in the region,...read more

Itinerary

There are no planned activities until an evening welcome meeting. Stay: Hotel Santa Cruz

Transfer to the airport for the flight to Cusco. Spend the rest of the day relaxing and exploring this fascinating city, and getting used to the altitude. Stay: El Puma Hotel (B)

Opt to visit and hike the famed Rainbow Mountain, pre-book on the checkout page to include this optional activity on your tour or ask your GCO or travel agent for assistance. Stay: El Puma Hotel (B)

Travel through the stunning Sacred Valley of the Incas, visiting a G Adventures-supported women's weaving co-op. Meet the women and learn about traditional weaving and dyeing used in the Ccaccaccollo community. Opt to pick up some handmade souvenirs and textiles directly from the women who made them. Have lunch at the G Adventures-supported Parwa Community Restaurant. Learn about the G Adventures for Good project and eat a delicious buffet-style lunch. Proceeds of this meal go directly back to the remote community. Stay: Humantay Lodge (B/L)

Board a morning train that winds through the spectacular Sacred Valley to the end of the line: the village of Aguas Calientes, a frontier town nestled in the hills beneath Machu Picchu. Take advantage of the opportunity to visit the butterfly house, botanical gardens or hot springs. Opt for a day hike to Mandor Gardens to see orchids and a waterfall, enjoying the lush, green scenery en route. Stay: Hotel Wiracocha Inn (B)

Rise early to catch the first bus up to Machu Picchu with your guide. Enjoy a guided visit of the ruins then take a train back to Cusco. Stay: El Puma Hotel (B)

Use a free day to explore more of Cusco or relax. Stay: El Puma Hotel (B)

Travel through the high Altiplano region from Cusco to Puno, on the shores of Lake Titicaca. Titicaca is also the largest lake in the world above 3800m, and the views from both Amantaní and Taquile Islands are stunning. The trip takes the better part of the day, with stark, beautiful scenery en route. Stay: Pukara House (B)

Head out by boat across Lake Titicaca. Visit the community on the Taquile Islands and enjoy a local lunch with spectacular views. Visit the floating islands of Uros before returning to Puno. Opt to visit to Sillustani burial site. Stay: Pukara House (B)

Enjoy the full-day drive around the lake and through the altiplano to La Paz. Bolivia is filled with spectacular views of the countryside. La Paz is at nearly 4000m (13,120ft) above sea level, so be prepared for cool evenings and mornings. Stay: Hotel Las Brisas (B)

Explore the city’s many fine museums or its historic structures, like the Iglesia de San Francisco. The city is also renowned for its many markets, including the Mercado de Hechicería (Witches’ Market). With streets lined with market stalls and vendors, the pace on the street and the vibrant atmosphere is an incredible experience. To the south of the city is the Valley of the Moon, with crater-like formations made of sand. Thrill seekers can pre book a Death Road mountain biking adventure. Stay: Hotel Las Brisas (B)

Optional activities include mountain biking, hiking, and searching for dinosaur footprints. Stay: Hotel Independencia (B)

Free time to explore the city, the former capital of Bolivia. For more active options opt to go hiking in the surrounding area or mountain biking. Stay: Hotel Independencia (B)

Travel by bus to Potosí and get a view of the mountain Cerro Rico looming over the city. Stay: Hotel Gran Libertador (B)

Travel through the Bolivian landscape to the town of Uyuni, the jumping off point for the three day 4x4 excursion to the Salar de Uyuni. Stay: Hotel Samay Wasi (B)

Enjoy a three-day 4x4 excursion to the Salar de Uyuni and surrounding desert altiplano with spectacular scenery. Today you will be heading into the Salar de Uyuni. Our groups like to get creative with photography, as the endless white of the salt flats creates some great depth illusions that are fun to play with in photos. Last stop for the evening is a G Adventures-supported community lodge in a traditional agricultural village in the heart of a desert oasis. Stay: Jukil Lodge (B/L/D)

Explore the desert altiplano on a 4x4 excursion. Admire the spectacular scenery while passing red and blue lagoons and interesting rock formations along the route. Spot wild llamas, alpacas and even flamingos deep within the desert. Stay: Laguna Colorada (B/L/D)

From the high Bolivian altiplano descend almost 2000m to the edge of the Atacama Desert, arriving at the small desert oasis of San Pedro de Atacama, just across the Chilean border. Said to be one of the driest places on the planet, this little town is an oasis in an otherwise barren, dry landscape. Stay: Hostal Puritama (B/L)

Enjoy an included excursion to the Valley of the Moon to learn about and appreciate the beautiful uniqueness of the landscape. There are plenty of optional excursions in San Pedro de Atacama, including biking, exploring nearby ruins, and horseback riding. Despite its size, San Pedro offers some great restaurants as well as numerous handicrafts and artisan stores for those looking for souvenirs. Stay: Hostal Puritama

From the nearby city of Calama, fly to Santiago, the capital of Chile. The city is surrounded by mountains, and there are both internationally recognized vineyards and Andean ski resorts within a couple of hours from the city centre. Explore the city’s many museums and parks and visit the vibrant neighbourhood of Bellavista with its handicrafts, trendy cafés, and San Cristobal Hill with its views of the city and the surrounding area. Stay: Ibis Budget Santiago

Depart at any time. (B)

Trip Inclusions

Explore the Sacred Valley.
Marvel at the views from the train to Machu Picchu.
Witness traditional life on Lake Titicaca.
Encounter colonial cities and historic cultures in Bolivia.
Cross the world's largest salt flat by 4x4 at the Salar de Uyuni.

Your G for Good Moment: Ccaccaccollo Community and Women's Weaving Co-op visit, Ccaccaccollo
Your G for Good Moment: Parwa Community Restaurant the Sacred Valley, Lamay
Your G for Good Moment: Luquina Chico Community Visit, Lake Titicaca
Your G for Good Moment: Jukil Community Experience & Lodge, Santiago de Agencha
Your Welcome Moment: Meet Your CEO and Group
Your Discover Moment: Cusco
Your Discover Moment: Sucre
Sacred Valley guided tour
Pottery making demonstration
Train to Machu Picchu
Machu Picchu guided tour
Floating islands of Uros visit
Lake Titicaca guided tour
4x4 excursion to the Salar de Uyuni (3 days)
Tour of Valley of the Moon (San Pedro de Atacama)
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All transport between destinations and to/from included activities

Hotels/guesthouses (18 Nights), G Adventures-supported lodge/basic hotels on Salar de Uyuni excursion (2 Nights, multi-share)
Please note that hot water shortages and power outages can be fairly common in Latin America (even in upgraded hotels and private homes). We appreciate your patience and understanding that these occurrences are outside of our control.

CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, local guides

18 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 2 dinners

Plane, train, boat, public bus, 4x4 vehicles, hiking

Accommodation, itinerary and inclusions subject to change.
Price is for land, cruise and internal flights as specified. Flights not specified are not included

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Southern Divide

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Day 1: Lima

Day 2: Lima - Cusco

Day 3: Cusco

Day 4: Cusco - Ollantaytambo

Day 5: Ollantaytambo - Aguas Calientes

Day 6: Aguas Calientes - Cusco

Day 7: Cusco

Day 8: Cusco - Puno

Day 9: Puno

Day 10: Puno - La Paz

Day 11: La Paz

Day 12: La Paz - Sucre

Day 13: Sucre

Day 14: Sucre - Potosí

Day 15: Potosí - Uyuni

Day 16: Uyuni - Salt Flats and Desert Crossing

Day 17: Salt Flats and Desert Crossing

Day 18: Salt Flats and Desert Crossing - San Pedro de Atacama

Day 19: San Pedro de Atacama

Day 20: San Pedro de Atacama - Santiago

Day 21: Santiago

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