Chile to Brazil: Road Trippin’ Lake District & Beyond

Arrive at any time. Santiago is special for its unique blend of lively city life and easy access to nearby natural wonders. Get to know the area on your own and simply enjoy being nestled between the towering Andes and mighty Pacific Ocean. Later attend a Welcome Meeting to mingle with your fellow travellers and grow excited for the adventures to come. Snap some photos and get those playlists queued up.

Enjoy the day in Santiago, Chile's capital. From delicious local cuisines to interactive museums and cable car rides, this is a wonderful city to get lost in for the day. Choose to check out the street art in Barrio Bellavista, explore the city by bike, enjoy historic parks with gardens, pathways, and viewpoints, or perhaps book a day trip to Valparaíso for a visit to the nearby cold-climate wineries. Later meet back up with the group for a quick briefing and time to grab dinner on your own and buy some snacks before your overnight bus ride to Pucón. Get ready to fully embrace South American local transportation and enjoy the company of your new travel family.

Arrive to Pucón as the day begins to shed its light on this quaint, adventure town in central Chile's Lake District near Lake Villarrica and the snow-capped Villarrica volcano. Walk from the bus station to the nearby hostel and get settled. Then, it's time to enjoy yourselves in a place renowned for its access to hiking trails, water sports, and natural hot springs. Choose to go for a soak and sooth those muscles after the long bus ride, or perhaps try rafting on the Trancura River. From laid back vibes to adrenaline pumping adventure, the day belongs to you.

Take advantage of another free day in Pucón to try one of the many different optional activities available in the area. Head out onto the lake for a kayak ride, chill out down town with stunning views of the snow-capped volcano in the distance, or if you're seeking out more of a challenge, consider the Villarrica Hike to the top of the volcano for epic vistas of the surrounding landscape and lakes. It's the perfect reel in the making.

Hit the road today to Puerto Varas. Opt to grab one final breakfast in Pucón with your travel pals and then walk to the bus station in town to board the local bus. Then, sit back, relax, and enjoy the scenery as you travel further south through Chile. Arrive in the late afternoon and enjoy free time to get settled before choosing to find a cool spot to share some appetizers with the group.

Another beautiful day to explore on your own. Think stunning natural landscapes and a variety of outdoor activities. Located on the shores of Lake Llanquihue, you will be able to enjoy views of the Osorno and Calbuco volcanoes. It's a place that offers a unique blend of European charm and Chilean culture. Options to choose from during your time here include, a visit to Chiloe Island and its colourful stilt houses known as palafitos, or its UNESCO Churches. You could also challenge yourself and trek the Osorno volcano for some bragging rights upon returning home. Later, opt to reconvene with the group and pick a place for an optional dinner together.

Hop on a local bus from Puerto Varas to San Carlos de Bariloche. Gaze out at the gorgeous Chilean scenery, download your favorite podcast, play those travel vibe playlists on repeat, swap stories, and share laughs with your friends. You will cross the border into Argentina today, so have those passports handy. Arrive in the evening and get settled in your new destination.

Get ready to encounter more epic scenery in Bariloche! Home to a unique blend of European and Argentinian culture, the town is situated on the shores of Nahuel Huapi Lake and surrounded by the mighty Andes. It's known fondly as the “Switzerland of Argentina” and boasts a strong chocolate and craft beer scene. After breakfast enjoy an introductory stroll through the beautiful Patagonian landscapes. Encounter viewpoints along the Small Circuit and ride the chairlift to Cerro Campanario for panoramic views. Then, spend the remainder of the day falling in love with the town's charm and pursuing one of the many outdoor optional activities available. From horseback riding to rafting, there's no time to waste! Make sure those phones are charged up for epic selfies.

Rest is for when you get back home! Enjoy a full free day in Bariloche's outdoor paradise to do as you please. Adventurous activities await, or you could choose to stroll around town, find a cute cafe and people watch. Though, if you're asking us, we think a chocolate tasting or brewery hopping could make for an ideal day by the lake.

Take advantage of a slow morning to recover from the busyness of the last few days. Take in the serene beauty of Bariloche and collect the supplies you will need for the next leg of the adventure. Part of South America's charm resides in the affordable and crazy long bus rides between destinations and countries. Get ready to experience one for yourself as the group boards a local bus from Bariloche to Buenos Aires. Download some podcasts, playlists, and tv shows, grab a deck of cards or other fun group games and get ready for a memorable ride north. While it will be a long 24hrs of travel, the experience will certainly leave an impression, and it's worth partaking it at least once during your South American escapades. Prepare for authentic local, long-distance travel, you're going to love it!

Awake today with the satisfaction of having travelled from one side of South America to the other. Arrive in Buenos Aires in the early afternoon and take in the sights, sounds, and smells. The choice is yours. Opt to visit La Boca neighbourhood, go on a city tour, or book dinner and a tango show; pretty spot on in the birthplace of tango. After a long travel day it will be refreshing to stretch those legs and embrace the vivid energy of Argentina's capital.

Enjoy a full free day to explore Buenos Aires on your own. From neighbourhood visits, to museums, and sightseeing around the city, there are plenty of options to choose from. Or, if you would rather relax, try finding a local café or park where you can chill and people watch.

Explore the "Paris of the Americas," from the hidden patios of trendy Palermo to bohemian vibes in San Telmo this city has something for everyone. Don't miss out! Today is your last chance to experience a guided tour of the city and to immerse yourself in the passion of the tango.
Buenos Aires ist als das „Paris Südamerikas“ bekannt und eine pulsierende Stadt voller Leben. Besuche die Stadtteile La Boca, Recoleta und San Telmo, oder lass dir eine Tangoshow in einer der zahlreichen berühmten Tanguerías nicht entgehen. Schlendere die Fußgängerzonen entlang und lass dich von Tanzvorführungen auf den Straßen begeistern. Was immer du tust – in Buenos Aires sind unvergessliche Momente garantiert.

Fähre über den Rio de la Plata nach Colonia in Uruguay. Orientierungs-Spaziergang, danach Zeit zur freien Verfügung, um die Gegend zu erkunden oder in einem Straßencafé zu entspannen.

Fahrt am Vormittag von Colonia nach Montevideo. Nachmittag zur freien Verfügung.

Zeit zur freien Verfügung, um Montevideo zu erkunden.

Du lässt die Lichter der Stadt hinter dir und erkundest das Landleben Uruguays.

Auf der Ranch kannst du selber mit anpacken, durch die Natur wandern, grillen und Wein trinken.

Am Morgen überquerst du die Grenze nach Gualeguaychu in Argentinien und begibst dich auf die lange Nachtfahrt zu den Iguazú-Wasserfälle.

Welcome to Iguassu Falls where your next adventure awaits. Arrive to Puerto Iguazú in the morning after your overnight bus ride and enjoy a unique visit to the G Adventures-supported Jasy Pora community in the lush Misiones rainforest region. Guided by a local expert you will learn more about this Indigenous community as well as their harmonious relationship to the environment. Afterwards, choose to visit the Brazilian side of the falls and experience unforgettable panoramic views. Reach new heights with the option to take a helicopter ride over the falls, or check out a bird park.

Ganztägiger Ausflug zur argentinischen Seite der Fälle. Optional kannst du mit dem Boot die Basis der donnernden Fälle erforschen.

Wir sparen uns die Fahrt mit dem Nachtbus und fliegen nach São Paulo und fahren von dort direkt zur Küste. Erkunde die Kolonialstadt Paraty, und dann ruft der Strand.
Um die lange Busfahrt zu vermeiden, fliegen wir nach São Paulo und machen uns direkt auf den Weg nach Paraty, eine idyllische Kolonialstadt an der Küste, die für ihre Architektur bekannt ist.

Zeit zur freien Verfügung, um Paratys Strände, einen Nationalpark und die Umgebung zu erkunden. Optional kannst du eine Cachaça-Destillerie besuchen oder eine Bootstour in die Bucht unternehmen.
Paraty ist eine malerische Kolonialstadt, die für ihre Architektur berühmt ist. Das Leben mag hier zwar einen ruhigen Gang gehen, aber es gibt eine Menge Möglichkeiten für Aktivitäten. Das historische Zentrum ist gemäß der UNESCO eines der wichtigsten Beispiele portugiesischer Kolonialarchitektur, ein gut erhaltenes historisches Nationaldenkmal und heute für Fahrzeuge gesperrt, um die ruhige Kolonialatmosphäre aufrechtzuerhalten. Optional kannst du eine Bootsfahrt unternehmen, dich beim Kajakfahren oder Reiten vergnügen oder eine Jeep-Tour machen.

Weiter geht es per Minibus zur Küste. Fähre zur Ilha Grande.
Wir reisen zum Hafen in Angra dos Reis und fahren mit einem Boot hinüber zur Ilha Grande, die nicht weit von der Küste entfernt liegt.

Zeit zur freien Verfügung, um die Strände von Ilha Grande zu entdecken. Zu den optionalen Aktivitäten gehören eine Wanderung, eine Bootstour um die Inseln, Schnorcheln oder Relaxen am Strand.

Say goodbye to island life and head north along a dramatic coastal road with sweeping views. Round the cliffs at Vidigal to catch a first glimpse of your next destination and one of the most memorable cities in the world — Rio de Janeiro.
Wir verlassen den Hafen nach der Rückkehr von der Ilha Grande und fahren über eine dramatische Straße, die uns in nördlicher Richtung entlang der Küste durch herrliche Landschaft führt, bevor wir die Klippen bei Vidigal umschiffen. Erhasche einen ersten Blick auf eine der eindrucksvollsten Städte der Welt, Brasiliens Juwel am Meer– Rio de Janeiro.

In the morning, explore the favela with a local resident on a G Adventures-supported tour to watch a drumming demonstration, get a Capoeira lesson, and see a whole new perspective of the city. Enjoy a free afternoon to discover all that Rio has to offer.

Abreise zu jeder Zeit möglich.