Argentina • Chile • Bolivia • Peru

Buenos Aires to Lima (via Salta) Travel Pass

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Embark on an unforgettable South America adventure from Buenos Aires to Lima, journeying through breathtaking landscapes via Salta. Discover Argentina's vibrant culture, explore the majestic Andes, and immerse yourself in Peru's ancient Incan heritage. Key highlights include wine tasting in Mendoza, visiting the Salt Flats, and experiencing the vibrant markets of La Paz. Ideal for explorers seeking diverse cultural and natural wonders, this travel pass offers an exhilarating and immersive way to experience two iconic countries.

Trip Type:Travel Passes

Choose your route and travel freely, your way and at your pace.

Travel Theme:Explorer Trips

Go off the beaten path and dive into real, raw adventure.

Departure City:Buenos Aires
End City:Lima
Group Size:1 - 2 travellers
Operated in:English
Physical Difficulty:Easy

Travel Styles: Backpacking.

Things you will do

Take wacky pictures in the famous Salar de Uyuni
Admire awe-inspiring views of Lake Titicaca
Trek through one of the world's deepest canyons
Visit famous sites and hidden gems in Lima
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Itinerary

Day 1: Day 1: Buenos Aires, Argentina

Arrive at Señor Tango to savor an Argentine dinner, then be swept away by spectacular live tango, dazzling visuals, and passionate Buenos Aires energy.

Day 2: Day 2: Buenos Aires, Argentina

Transfer from Buenos Aires to Puerto Iguazu


Please make your own way to the bus station to catch your bus to Puerto Iguazu.

Day 3: Day 3: Puerto Iguazu, Argentina

Enjoy a free day to experience on your own

Day 4: Day 4: Puerto Iguazu, Argentina

A visit to the Argentinean side of Iguazu Falls is a completely different experience than the Brazilian and deserves a whole day's worth of your time. Walk along the man-made platforms and bridges that follow the contours of the river taking you right up next to hundreds of waterfalls covering a 4 kilometer stretch.


Day 5: Day 5: Corrientes, Argentina

Transfer from Puerto Iguazu to Corrientes


Please make your own way to the bus station to catch your bus to Corrientes.

Day 6: Day 6: Salta, Argentina

Please make your own way to the bus station to catch your bus to Salta.

Day 7: Day 7: Salta, Argentina

Enjoy a free day to experience on your own

Day 8: Day 8: Salta, Argentina

Visit some of the most breathtaking sceneries around Salta, the Calchaquíes Valleys and the Quebrada de las Conchas. Afterwards, participate in a fantastic wine tour and visit a winery in the region where the Torrontés wine is produced.

Day 9: Day 9: San Pedro de Atacama, Chile

Transfer from Salta to San Pedro de Atacama
Please make your own way to the bus station to catch your bus to San Pedro de Atacama.

Day 10: Day 10: San Pedro de Atacama, Chile

See abstract natural formations, salt caves and the Licancabur Volcano in one of the world's driest deserts. Watch the landscape turn brilliant shades of red as the awe-inspiring sunset sinks over the horizon.

Day 11: Day 11: Uyuni Salt Flats, Bolivia

Leave Chile for the stunning salt flats, passing through the Dali Desert, Green Lagoon and Laguna Blanca.

Day 12: Day 12: Uyuni Salt Flats, Bolivia

Pass by the Siloli Desert, take a photo next to a huge lava rock formation in the shape of a tree. Continue on to high plain lagoons also known as coloured lagoons, and spend the night at a Salt Hotel.

Day 13: Day 13: Uyuni, Bolivia

Visit Fish Island and take fun photos before ending your trip in Uyuni.

Day 14: Day 14: Potosi, Bolivia

Transfer from Uyuni to Potosi
Please make your own way to the bus station to catch your bus to Potosi.

Day 15: Day 15: Potosi, Bolivia

Enjoy a free day to experience on your own

Day 16: Day 16: Sucre, Bolivia

Transfer from Potosi to Sucre


Please make your own way to the bus station to catch your bus to Sucre.

Day 17: Day 17: Sucre, Bolivia

Experience a unique Bolivian cooking class with cocktail making experience in the heart of the beautiful white city of Sucre. Enjoy cooking and eating the delicious food you make, and through food, learn more about Bolivian culture and traditions, whilst making new friends!

Day 18: Day 18: Sucre, Bolivia

Transfer from Sucre to La Paz


Please make your own way to the bus station to catch your bus to La Paz.

Day 19: Day 19: La Paz, Bolivia

Enjoy a free day to experience on your own

Day 20: Day 20: La Paz, Bolivia

Orient yourself in Bolivia's sprawling capital city with ease during a sightseeing tour that’s designed with first-time visitors in mind. You'll see both major sights and hidden gems as you visit a cemetery, meet a shaman, and explore the vertiginous neighborhood of El Alto by cable car.

Day 21: Day 21: Copacabana, Bolivia

Transfer from La Paz to Copacabana


You will be picked up at your accommodation/meeting point for your shuttle transfer to Copacabana, where you’ll be dropped off at your next accommodation/meeting point.

Day 22: Day 22: Puno, Peru

Transfer from Copacabana to Puno

Day 23: Day 23: Luquina, Peru

You will be picked up from your accommodation and transferred to the port of Puno to board a motorboat to the charming Uros Floating Islands and Taquile Island. Later, continue on to Luquina community to meet your host family and enjoy a delicious dinner.

Day 24: Day 24: Puno, Peru

Today you will discover the daily life of the local family before heading back to Puno.

Day 25: Day 25: Cuzco, Peru

Transfer from Puno to Cuzco


Please make your own way to the bus station to catch your bus to Cuzco.

Day 26: Day 26: Cuzco, Peru

Enjoy a free day to experience on your own

Day 27: Day 27: Cuzco, Peru

Visit the San Pedro Market and get a little taste of local life in Cusco before walking to the cooking studio to experience a cooking class where you will learn how to prepare traditional Peruvian exquisite dishes, drinks, and a delicious dessert.

Day 28: Day 28: Cuzco, Peru

Enjoy a free day to experience on your own

Day 29: Day 29: Cuzco, Peru

Transfer from Cuzco to Arequipa

Day 30: Day 30: Arequipa, Peru

Enjoy a free day to experience on your own

Day 31: Day 31: Colca Canyon, Peru

Begin with a very early morning departure from Arequipa around 3:00am to reach the Colca Canyon for breakfast and to visit the “Cruz del Condor” overlook. Trek deep into the canyon through local villages and reach your lodge for a rewarding dinner.

Day 32: Day 32: Arequipa, Peru

Today, follow a steep trail up to Cabanaconde and take a bus to Chivay. Soak your sore legs in the hot springs before returning to Arequipa after a challenging, but enjoyable trip.

Day 33: Day 33: Arequipa, Peru

Enjoy a free day to experience on your own

Day 34: Day 34: Arequipa, Peru

Transfer from Arequipa to Nazca

Day 35: Day 35: Ica, Peru

Transfer from Nazca to Huacachina


Please make your own way to the bus station to catch your bus to Huacachina.

Day 36: Day 36: Huacachina, Peru

Cruise to the top of 500 meter high sand dunes and go rocketing down the slopes in a sand buggy. Let go of your fears and sandboard down the steep sandy slopes with a few pointers from your local guide. Admire the breathtaking sunset over the vast desert landscape and take photos in the golden twilight before racing back to Huacachina.

Day 37: Day 37: Paracas, Peru

Transfer from Huacachina to Paracas


Please make your own way to the bus station to catch your bus to Paracas.

Day 38: Day 38: Paracas, Peru

Take a boat tour to see the impressive Candelabra geoglyph, Peruvian boobies, Humboldt penguins and abundant marine life at the Ballestas Islands archipelago. Visit the pristine Paracas Natural Reserve in the afternoon to see La Catedral rock formation and watch flamingos and parihuanas from a breathtaking scenic overlook.

Day 39: Day 39: Lima, Peru

Transfer from Paracas to Lima

Day 40: Day 40: Lima, Peru

Bike through Lima in a fun and active way to explore the city's enclaves while getting a sense of local character that's all too easily missed when touring by car. Along the way we will enjoy the awesome views, parks and spots that this part of Lima has to offer.

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4.78 (18 reviews)


Johnathan Washington • Jan 2025

5.0

Exploring La Paz Markets and More Delight in Mendoza

The guides were super knowledgeable and made exploring the Salt Flats and La Paz markets so fascinating. Plus, the wine tasting in Mendoza was a delightful surprise! Absolutely rec... More


John Martin • Jan 2025

5.0

Surprises and Delights: A Phenomenal Trip!

Absolutely phenomenal trip! The wine tasting in Mendoza was a delightful surprise. Kudos to the friendly guides for making the Andes so accessible and fascinating. Highly recommend... More


Darlene Mccormick • Jan 2025

3.0

Immersed in Incan Heritage Bliss and Vineyard Vibes

The guides on this trip were incredible! We learned so much about the Andes and the Incan heritage. Plus, wine tasting in Mendoza was an absolute highlight!


Jimmy Davis • Sep 2024

5.0

Discovering Argentina's Secrets: Markets and More in La Paz

Every moment of this journey was a revelation! From wine tasting in Mendoza to exploring the Salt Flats and mingling in La Paz's vibrant markets, it was endlessly captivating.


Dennis Gutierrez • Sep 2024

5.0

Magic on the Road to Lima via Salta

The journey from Buenos Aires to Lima via Salta was pure magic! The guides were friendly and deeply knowledgeable, making every stop fascinating. Loved the wine tasting in Mendoza!

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