Je prévois un voyage de 16 jours au Pérou fin avril / début mai🙂 et j’ai plusieurs questions pour ceux et celles qui auraient la générosité de me faire profiter de leur expérience.
Mon itinéraire😉
Jour 1 : Arrivée en soirée à Lima
Jour 2 : En début d’après-midi, avion vers Arequipa
Jours 3, 4 et 5 : Trek dans le Canyon Del Colca (Par une agence ou de façon autonome?)
Jour 6 : Trajet d’Arequipa vers Puno (En autobus ou en train?)
Jour 7 et 8 : Visite de l’île Taquile (coucher chez l’habitant?)
Jour 9 : Trajet de Puno vers Cuzco (En autobus ou en train?)
Jour 10 : Visite de Cuzco
Jour 11, 12, 13 et 14 : Trek vers le Machu Picchu
Jour 15 : Retour à Cuzco/Lima par avion
Jour 16 : Retour au Canada
Je pense que mon trajet est réalisable en temps, sans trop de stress tout en profitant de beaux paysages😊. Mais pas nécessairement à prix économique, mais bon…
Mes questions :
- Avez-vous des adresses d’hôtel à Lima, Arequipa, Puno, et Cuzco (Pas trop cher, propre et facile à rejoindre depuis les aéroports)
- Avez-vous une agence à me conseiller pour un Trek dans le Canyon Del Colca. Est-il préférable de réserver d’avance ou je peux trouver facilement sur place?
- Est-ce que le trek dans le Canyon Del Colca peut se faire de façon autonome. Est-il facile de trouver à se nourrir et à se loger tout au long du trajet?
- Avez-vous une agence à me conseiller pour la visite de l’île Taquile ou autre activité sur le lac Titicaca?
- Pour le trek au Machu Picchu je prévois réserver au près de « Camino Inka ». Est-ce que vous me recommander cette agence?
- Pour les vols internes, je prévois réserver auprès de LAN Airlines. Est-ce que cette compagnie est fiable. Est-ce qu’elle respecte ses horaires?
- Pour mes déplacements Arequipa/Puno et Puno/Cuzco, quel transport offre les plus beaux panoramas, l’autobus ou le train?
bonjour,
juste quelques réponses en vrac, mais qui meriteront certainement quelques précisions des autres VFistes.
pour ce qui est du transport, la ligne ferrovière Arequipa-Puno n'existe plus, il te faudra soit le bus ou l'avion (Arequipa-Juliaca), pas le même prix, pas la même ambiance, pas le même temps. Pour Puno-Cuzco, prends soit le bus ou le train, les paysages sont grandioses dans la traversée de l'altiplano, pour ce qui est du temps je crois que c'est kif-kif les 2 solutions (en bus, c'est 6 heures Juliaca-Cuzco, comptes 1 heure de + depuis Puno).
Pour le trek du canyon de la Colca, il faut prendre la ligne Arequipa-Cabanaconde (via Chivay), c'est la compagnie Andalucia qui fait le trajet. Si tu veux faire le trek en entier "Cabanaconde-fond du canyon-San Juan-Cosnihua-Sangalle-Cabanaconde" il te faudra au minimum : 2 jours, mais avec un bon rythme de marche, attention la remonté du 2ème jour est sévère, partir dès la pointe du jour !!! vraiment pas grand monde sur le circuit, pourtant magnifique de beauté sauvage (les 3/4 des pers s'arrêtent à la cruz del condor, et la grande majorité du dernier 1/4 va direct à Sangalle ...). Je l'ai réalisé sans guide ni autorisation, mais j'ai appris après qu'il fallait un guide obligatoire et que ça coutait cher si on se faisait serrer par les "bleus locaux", mais tout cela reste à confirmer ; tout comme le bolletto touristico qui en principe n'est pas obligatoire mais les personnes le vendant dans le bus sont tellement pressentes que tu finis par leur acheter pour qu'ils te laissent en paix, mais ça aussi à confirmer.
A San Juan de Chuccho, je te conseille la petite ferme auberge "la casa de Roy", Mme Dichocan te ressevra avec beaucoup de sympathie. Pour te loger donc, oui tu trouveras facile à San Juan ou dans les 2 autres villages après, par contre n'oublies pas tes provisions en eau. attention aussi au mal de l'altitude (le soroche) car tu feras en gros effort physique dès le 3ème jour avec des dénivellés de 1000m, ça va être dur ^^
Si tu veux découvrir une partie du lac beaucoup moins touristique et tout aussi envoutante : vas du côté de Capachica et la péninsule de Llachon (les îles sont juste en face), loges chez l'habitant dans la communauté de Santa Maria, tu ne le regretteras pas.
1 petit jour pour t'imprégnier de Cusco, me semble compliqué (j'y suis resté 15 jours et j'y serai bien resté 15 de plus, tellement la ville et le cadre sont agréables) mais tu es serré par le temps.
Donc, ton temps serré, fais attention car les horaires de transports sont pas tjs ponctuels au Pérou, une grève générale peut être tout aussi subite !!! (et une grève au Pérou, c'est pas nos petites grèves en France ;-) ça rigole pas, tout est arrêté) donc prends quand même tes dispositions et du temps en plus dans ton programme au cas où.
Lan est une compagnie chilienne il me semble, qui a une réputation excellente, et je te le confirme (j'avais pris le Madrid-Lima-Arequipa avec eux). aucune crainte. mais pour les vols internes vois aussi d'autres compagnies (starPeru, ...) qui sont moins chères.
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Régis
"Certaines personnes voient la réalité et disent «pourquoi ?», moi je rêve à l'impossible et je dis «pourquoi pas ?»" (G. B. Shaw, écrivain pacifiste irlandais)
Première indication: attention à la différence d'altitude entre Lima et Arequipa. Tout le monde ne le ressens pas de la même manière, mais il faut le prendre en compte quand même. Pour mon ami et moi, juste mal au crâne le premier matin au réveil, comme un mauvais lendemain de fête...
Trois jours au Canyon del Colca, très bien, ça vous donne une journée pour y accéder (attention, départ très très tôt le matin: entre 1h et 4h selon les agences/compagnies) et descendre dans le canyon, une (demie) journée de marche le long du canyon à traverser les villages et rencontrer les locaux, puis une journée pour remonter (compter environ 2h-2h30) et rentrer sur Arequipa. Pour la remontée, partir dès les premières lueurs pour ne pas avoir à marcher sous le soleil. Il est très facile de trouver des agences partout au Pérou, pour tout faire !!!
Prenez le Boleto Turistico à l'entrée de la réserve, à Chivay. Il sert à financer les locaux et les sites, ce n'est pas une escroquerie !
Nous avons rencontré des Policiers Touristiques. Très gentils, ils vérifient tout demême si l'on est accompagné ou pas. Je ne sais pas si c'est illégal d'être seul par contre.
Arequipa-Puno en bus se fait très bien.
Puno-Cusco: Cruz del Sur a un bus touristique faisant ce trajet. un peu plus long que le service normal, mais étapes en court de route.
Lima: Hotel Sipan, un peu démodé mais fait des trajets vers l'aéroport (loin de lima) et est sur la ligne de bus.
Arequipa: Auberge/Hôtel Casa del Tintin, calme !!!!
Lima altitude Arequipa 2400M Canon de Colca 3800m avec passage à 4900m faites attention au problème de l'altitude.
Pour le trek dans le canon de Colca il est fortement recommandé d'avoir un guide car certains passages sont très dangereux.
Vous pouvez vous adresser à Terres Péruviennes agence sur Arequipa, c'est du très sérieux et ils sont à l'écoute et réactifs de la part de Martine et Paul.
Pas de train entre Arequipa et Puno.
Lan compagnie fiable mieux cotée qu'Air France, nous avons fait 4 vols interne avec eux et 2 vols internationaux sans aucun problème.
histoires d'avion: Lan est la compagnie extremement chere en vol interne au perou. D'autres compagnies sont meilleures marché Star peru, Taca, peruvian airlines
transport Puno-Cuzco ; le train, le bus local, le bus touristique, le bus de nuit
Le train ne fonctionne pas tous les jours et extremement cher (220 USD ) c'est l'Andean Explorer
le bus local donne un trajet de 8 a 9 heures avec arrets "a tous les coins de rues" (ou presque)
le bus touristique ( Inka express bus, first class bus, turismo mer bus) fait le trajet en 10 heures avec arrets au col de la raya et au 4 sites remarquables . Lunch en general à Sicuani
cuzco: 1 1/2 journées pour cuzco, c'est un peu court.........essaies de caser Sacsayhuaman au programme. C'est a 2 km au dessus de cuzco. Tu y vas en taxi ( ca monte dur) et tu redescends à pied par san Blas au dessus de la place des armas.
Arequipa : hotel Posada del Parque ( voir tripadvisor ). Le proprio est super sympa, il parle même français ayant été fiancé à une montréalaise et il a une agence à même l'hôtel qui pourra te booker tout le reste de ton voyage à peu de frais y compris Colca Canyon.
Puno : la nuit sur Taquile vaut la peine x 100! Apporte de bonnes bottes puisqu'ils te font monter le pacha di mama ( ou de quoi du genre ) une montagne pas super impressionnante mais avec tout plein de marches les plus inégales et accidentées les unes que les autres ( une heure de montée environ ) ensuite de quoi tu as une soirée de danse traditionnelle au village etc. Et la beauté de la chose, c'est que ça ne coûte pratiquement rien!
Prend le bus dans tous tes déplacements et opte pour le confort de la première classe sur Cruz del Sur. Au prix que ça coûte pour nous, c'est le confort absolu et tu peux trèèèès facilement dormir dans le bus ( un lazyboy de cuir avec tout l'espace possible pour les jambes, c'est le paradis.
À Cusco, j'ai logé à la hosteria de anita un superbe hotel dans une rue extérieure au centre donc super calme et sécuritaire au possible. Il est aussi sur tripadvisor.
Pour Lima, j'ai opté pour un hôtel semi-luxueux dans miraflores étant donné que je voulais un bar ouvert la veille et la journée des élections malgré la loi l'interdisant et parce que j'avais besoin d'un peu plus de luxe après 4 mois sur la route je te donnerai le nom si tu y tiens.
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My partner and I are planning our 3-week trip to Ecuador for the summer of 2027. Yes, we’re getting a head start—we’re planning to visit the Galapagos Islands and want to make the most of our budget.
While researching online, I keep coming across ToutEquateur. Has anyone here used them before?
I’ve seen some interesting prices, especially for Amazon stays and Galapagos cruises, but I’m wondering if it’s worth booking through them or if I could get better deals by contacting lodges or boats directly (though I don’t speak much Spanish).
If you have any firsthand experiences to share, I’d love to hear them.
Hi everyone,
We're planning a trip to southern Chile in November. Here's our tentative itinerary:
Day 1: Arrival in Santiago, then a flight the next day to Balmaceda where we'll pick up a rental car to reach Coyhaique.
Day 3: Walk in the Coyhaique National Reserve, then continue to Puerto Chacabuco. Return to Coyhaique for the second night.
Day 4: Drive to Villa Cerro Castillo for a hike in the national park. Continue to Puerto Tranquilo and stay there for 3 nights.
Day 5: Boat tour on Laguna San Rafael.
Day 6: Day trip to Monte San Valentin Glacier.
Day 7: Excursion to the Marble Chapels, then drive to Puerto Guadal. We'll stay there for 3 nights.
Day 8: Walk along Lago Carrera and return to Puerto Guadal.
Day 9: Rio Baker Valley and, if possible, a glacier excursion.
Day 10: Drive to Cochrane and hike in Tamango National Reserve. We'll stay 2 nights in Cochrane.
Day 11: Walk in the Chacabuco Valley.
Day 12: Drive to Caleta Tortel. We'll stay there for 2 nights.
Day 13: Cruise in the Rio Baker delta.
Day 14: Return to Cochrane.
Day 15: Return to Balmaceda in two stages.
Day 16: Continue the return journey.
Day 17: Return the rental car and head back to Santiago.
After this, we're also planning to explore northern Santiago. I'll post about that part once I have a clearer idea of the route.
What do you think of this itinerary? Is it doable in 17 days?
Thanks in advance for your tips and recommendations.
martine
Hi everyone! So happy to be back on this forum—it’s packed with such useful info! 🙂 My husband and I are planning a 2.5-week self-drive trip to Colombia at the end of the year, including some domestic flights. My first question is: is it possible, easy, and safe to do a road trip in Colombia?
Below is our draft itinerary (with questions at each stop):
29/11: France → Colombia. Overnight in Bogotá.
30/11: Exploring Bogotá: La Candelaria and Montserrate.
01/12: Gold Museum (closed on Mondays). Drive to Zipaquirá (1.5 hrs) to visit the Salt Cathedral. Then drive to Villa de Leyva (3 hrs). Explore the town. Overnight in Villa de Leyva.
02/12: Return to Bogotá via Laguna de Guatavita (5 hrs). Is it worth the detour? Overnight in Bogotá.
03/12: Flight to Pereira. Drive to Salento. Overnight in Salento.
04/12: Cocora Valley (hike among the wax palms) followed by a drive around the area. Are there any waterfalls or other sights nearby?
05/12: Visit a coffee finca—any recommendations? Then explore the surroundings: Filandia, Manizales, waterfalls? Hot springs? Which ones?
06/12: Flight to Medellín.
07/12: Exploring Medellín: Centro, Plaza Botero, Comuna 13. How do you visit Comuna 13? Is it easy to get around Medellín? Metro? Buses?
08/12: Drive to Guatapé (2 hrs). Visit the town, stroll around the lake, then El Peñol. Overnight in Guatapé.
09/12: Return to Medellín.
10/12: Flight to Santa Marta. Drive to a hotel near Tayrona Park.
11/12: Tayrona—El Zaino entrance.
12/12: Tayrona—Palangana entrance, then Bahia Concha and Santa Marta. What do you think?
13/12: Drive to Minca (45 mins). Can we reach the village by car? Pozo Azul and Marinka waterfalls. Overnight in Minca (or back in Tayrona?).
14/12: Drive to Puerto Nao (5 hrs). Stop in Ciénaga on the way + boat tour in Nueva Venecia and/or Buena Vista? Not enough time? Overnight in Puerto Nao.
15/12: Exploring Cartagena: Centro, Getsemaní, the walls + La Boquilla if we have time.
16/12: La Boquilla (is it really worth it?) if we didn’t have time yesterday, then back to the beach.
17/12: Return to France.
So, what do you think? Is this doable, or should we tweak it? Thanks in advance for your invaluable feedback and tips! 🙂
Hi there, I’ll be in Brazil from December 10th to the end of February.
I’ve sketched out a rough itinerary but I’m not sure how to arrange it—considering the climate, year-end holidays, and Carnival.
Basically, I’m thinking of the Amazon, the Northeast coast with Lençóis Maranhenses National Park (but skipping Chapada Diamantina),
Ouro Preto, Paraty, and Ilha Grande—but no Rio visit.
Is this doable in 3 months?
Which direction should I take for this itinerary?
Thanks in advance!
Hi everyone, does anyone know the agency Ventura Travel Agency (not ventura travel)? After lots of research and quotes, it’s the only one offering Uyuni at a reasonable price while meeting all the criteria: transfer to the border, private-room accommodation, and a very fair rate. Other agencies or guides either offer shared rooms, no border transfer, or prices that are way too high. But I’d love to hear some reviews about this agency. Thanks in advance!
Hi everyone,
We're planning a trip to Chile to visit the Atacama Desert and then head toward Putre, Lauca, Salar de Surire, etc.
Which would be the better time to go, April or November?
Is an SUV enough?
Looking forward to your tips!
Hi everyone, French travelers in Chile—what credit cards do you use for your various car rentals in the country? I’m traveling in September and was planning to switch my regular debit card (a VISA PREMIER in deferred debit mode) for the deposit guarantee.
My rentals are with Figal in Punta Arenas, Econautos in Arica, and Chilean Rent a Car in Temuco, and all of them want the deposit on a credit card. For me, deferred debit *should* work, but I’ve read comments saying the opposite.
How’s it actually working on the ground with these rental companies right now? Will a deferred debit card work, or not at all?
In France, banks don’t issue credit cards, right—or am I mistaken?
Hi everyone, is it still possible to travel in Ecuador outside the Amazon region? If so, do you have a reliable agency to recommend? All your recent experiences from the past few months would be greatly appreciated. Thanks so much
Hi,
We’re heading to Buenos Aires for 3 days in November and would like to do a guided tour of a few neighborhoods. There are "free" tours, but none in French. Does anyone have a guide to recommend so we can really get to know the city beyond just the architecture?
Thanks
Hi there,
I’m desperately looking for info on the schedules and routes of (shared) boats to visit the islands of Lake Titicaca.
From what I’ve found, there’s a *combi* (bus) that leaves from Puno to go to Llachon. Where do you catch it? What are the schedules and frequency? Does it take about 1 hour?
Then in Llachon, you can take a boat to Amantani (45 min). Same question—where do you check for frequency and schedule?
After that, from Amantani, boats go to Taquile and then Uros. Do you have enough time to visit the islands between two boats? Frequency and schedule?
The goal is to do this tour independently (no agency) over 2 days. Thanks for any tips you might have!
I just got back from a trip to Bolivia and wow—what a wake-up call. It’s not the easiest country, but it’s absolutely stunning.
I started with Isla del Sol, perfect for easing into the altitude at a relaxed pace. Try to stay in the northern part of the island—it’s quieter and the views are insane. And the trout there? Unreal. Quick tip: bring cash in small bills; they almost never have change, and cards are rarely accepted.
Next up, La Paz. The city’s pretty wild, built in every direction. I did a few hikes in the area, including the famous Charquini Lagoon (the blue lake) at over 5,000 m—let’s just say I struggled 😅 but it was so beautiful it was totally worth it.
After that, I headed to Sajama. It’s cool, especially for the hot springs, and I stayed in Tomarapi. But honestly, if you’re short on time, you can skip it without too many regrets.
The highlight of the trip: the Salar. I did it starting from Tupiza, and I *highly* recommend going Tupiza → Uyuni. Way less crowded at the start and the landscapes are super varied. For the tour, I used SplitYourGuide to find a group, and it worked out great. Super handy for splitting costs and meeting people.
I wrapped up in Sucre—this city is gorgeous, all white, with such a chill vibe. And the salteñas + ice cream? Next level 😋
Bottom line: Bolivia’s a bit rough around the edges, sometimes exhausting (shoutout to the altitude), but it’s 1000% worth it.
If you’ve got questions or need tips, I’m happy to help!
Martin
I was planning to go to Réunion and stay in half-board accommodation with non-professionals, but it seems that’s not really the custom there—or maybe my budget isn’t big enough.
So, since I’ve already traveled around Ecuador and Peru, I’m now looking at Argentina, especially for its mountains (like the ones in Réunion that tempted me, even though—frustratingly—I could only admire them from below).
I plan to get around by bus and don’t know in advance where I’ll sleep, so I won’t book ahead. If I like a place, I might stay for several days.
I know that in Chile, it’s easy to find half-board accommodation, but what about in Argentina?
I’d like to stay with locals in half-board without it being a professional setup. I’m not sure if this is common practice there. It’s up to me to find someone willing to host me.
What do you think?
What would be a fair price (keeping in mind that 40 to 50 € is the max I can spend on accommodation, breakfast, and dinner)?
Hi everyone,
We’re heading to Patagonia for three weeks in November, starting from Coyhaique in Chile.
We won’t have a car, and I’m struggling to find information about transportation options for a few parts of the itinerary we’d like to do:
1) From Perito Moreno (the town, near Los Antiguos), we’d like to travel down Ruta 40 to visit Perito Moreno National Park and then cross into Chile via the Paso Roballos (at the latitude of Bajo Caracoles) to reach the road to Cochrane. Without a car, it seems we’ll need to use private agencies to get to the national park—do you have any recommendations or suggestions? Also, does anyone know if it’s possible to cross into Chile via Paso Roballos (from Bajo Caracoles) without a rental car? That is, without having to go all the way down to El Chaltén or back up toward Perito Moreno/Los Antiguos, etc.?
2) The second stretch that seems a bit tricky (though still easier, in theory) is from Caleta Tortel to Villa O’Higgins on the Chilean side. Do we have to go back through Cochrane, or are there ways to get directly from Tortel to Villa O’Higgins?
3) Finally, we’d like to hike into Argentina (El Chaltén) from O’Higgins. Any recommendations for this? Do we need to go through an agency? What’s the estimated duration of the trek?
As you’ve probably gathered, we want to visit some off-the-beaten-path spots but don’t have a car, so we’re looking for the best possible compromises.
Thanks so much in advance for all your suggestions!
Thomas
Hi,
we’re planning a round trip from San Pedro de Atacama, Chile, to Salta, Argentina, in two months. On the way there, we’ll take the northern route via Susques, Route 27, then 52. But for the return, we were thinking of taking the southern route via San Antonio de los Cobres, Route 51, then 23. Is it similar to the northern route in terms of road surface? How busy is it, and are there gas stations? Basically, should we be worried about doing it in an SUV that’s supposedly 4x4 but has regular road tires and no second spare wheel, obviously...
I’ve seen that we can stop over in San Antonio de los Cobres.
Thanks for your feedback.
Raf.
Hi,
we’ll be in Calama at the end of March 2026, and I’m looking for a reliable car rental there for a 7-day road trip to Salta, Argentina. But I’m struggling with the car rental agencies in Calama because the reviews can be scary. I saw Gyg, which has great ratings, but I’m a bit wary (5/5 from 59 reviews—either the guy’s amazing or it’s fake...), but I can’t find any recent reviews on VF in general.
For Punta Arenas, I booked with Dachelet and didn’t have any issues with email exchanges.
Thanks in advance.
Raf.
I’m planning the trip of my dreams for next November—Chile!
I’d love to get your thoughts on my potential itinerary. I know it’s a big investment in terms of both time and money, so every bit of feedback, suggestion, or info helps immensely. Thank you in advance!!
1-Flight to Santiago
2-Explore Santiago
3-Explore Santiago
4-Bus from STG to Valpo (2h) + visit Valparaíso + night in Viña
5-Visit Valparaíso + bus back to STG (2h)
6-Flight to Calama + bus to San Pedro + explore and acclimate in San Pedro + car rental in the afternoon (+Chaxa?)
7-(Very early) Valle del Arcoíris + Laguna Cejar + Valle de la Luna
Good evening,
We’d love to go in November to enjoy some beautiful beaches for about two weeks, preferably around Bahia, as November/December seems like a great time.
We’ve already traveled to Brazil several times and know the south of Rio as well as the region between São Luís and Fortaleza, and Chapada Diamantina...
What advice would you give us: the south with Itaparica, Morro de São Paulo, Boipeba, Barra Grande—or all four? Or maybe the north?
Thanks in advance for your help
Hi everyone, it’s been a while since I last posted!
First time in South America for me, my wife, and our 7-year-old son. I’ve put together this itinerary and would love to hear your thoughts:
Bogotá 28/07 – 30/07: Arrival. Which neighborhood and outings would you recommend?
Flight to
2 Filandia 30/07 – 03/08: (255 €). Waterfalls and horseback riding,
Cocora Valley,
Hiking,
Nearby villages.
Flight to
3 Tayrona 03/08 – 07/08: Hotel La Casablanca
Hike with Tierra Nevada and the Kogui village (any feedback?). Return by inner tube for the little one.
Short night hike.
Second hike to La Piscina, etc., return by 🐎.
4 Cartagena 07/08 – 10/08: Air-conditioned bus.
Staying in Getsemaní? Mangroves & the Castle, exploring the city.
5 Bogotá 10/08 – 12/08
Feel free to share your feedback!
Have a great day!
Hi,
During an upcoming trip to Peru, we’ll have one day to explore around Arequipa (excluding Colca Canyon) with a car and driver.
We’ve got a few options:
- Toro Muerto petroglyphs and dinosaur footprints at Querulpa
- Ruta del Sillar and Quebrada de Culebrillas
We’re a group of 6 friends with an average age of 70, all mobile, and we’re planning a trip to Peru in September/October 2026. Below is an idea of what we’re looking for: a French-speaking guide, accommodation in 3-star hotels or homestays with comfort.
Duration: 16 to 20 days on-site.
Visit the main sites with immersion in the culture and way of life.
Which francophone agency in Peru would you recommend? Thanks
Hi there!
I’m putting together my itinerary for Brazil, looking for beautiful natural spots with wildlife, flora, and great hikes...
I’ve come across the Cananeia / Super Agui / Ilha do Mel region and the PETAR / Intervales / Alto Ribeira area.
Has anyone here been to these places? If so, do you have any recommendations for accommodations and activities?
Thanks in advance!
Best,
Olivier 🌍
I’ll be in ARICA in northern Chile at the end of May 2026 and want to get to TACNA.
Are there taxis, buses, or collectivos that run the border crossing route?
After that, bus to AREQUIPA (Peru): any bus company you’d recommend?
Hi there,
We’re spending 3 weeks in Brazil, arriving in São Paulo—a couple plus a teen—and we’ll have a rental car.
We especially love nature: hiking, wildlife watching, birds, etc.
We’re planning to wrap up with a week around Paraty and Ilha Grande.
We’re not really into visiting big cities like São Paulo or Rio unless you think we’d be missing out big time.
So we’ve got 2 weeks to explore the south/southwest region of São Paulo.
What do you recommend?
National parks? Off-the-beaten-path nature spots? Iguazu Falls?
Hi there,
Do you have any recommendations for comfortable accommodation in Leyva and Barichara? We're also looking for a guide to explore the areas around these two towns (parks, waterfalls, etc.).
Thanks for your tips!
I visited Colombia in January 2016 and I’m heading back from August 6th to 17th with the same airline to see how things have changed. Starting August 18th, I’ll continue with independent exploration. I prefer slow travel and enjoying places at my own pace.
Any tips—especially for getting around or must-see spots—are welcome!
Thu Aug 06. Fly Montreal to Bogotá 20:55-04:05+1 Air Canada
Fri Aug 07. Bogotá
Sat Aug 08. Bogotá
Sun Aug 09. Bogotá
Mon Aug 10. Fly Bogotá to Medellín
Tue Aug 11. Medellín - Explore Guatapé
Wed Aug 12. Comuna 8 & Hill of Values - PM Fly to Pereira
Thu Aug 13. Montenegro
Fri Aug 14. Salento - Cocora Valley
Sat Aug 15. Fly to Cartagena
Sun Aug 16. Explore Cartagena
Mon Aug 17. Explore Cartagena
Tue Aug 18. Fly Cartagena to Cali 12:20-14:55 Latam
Wed Aug 19. Cali
Thu Aug 20. Cali
Fri Aug 21. Cali
Sat Aug 22. Bus Cali to Popayán 09:00-13:00
Sun Aug 23. Popayán
Mon Aug 24. Popayán
Tue Aug 25. Popayán - Day trip to Silvia (Market Day)
Wed Aug 26. Overland Popayán to Tierradentro by public transportation 4h, 100km
Thu Aug 27. Tierradentro
Fri Aug 28. Tierradentro
Sat Aug 29. Overland Tierradentro to Garzón via La Plata
Sun Aug 30. Bus Garzón to San Agustín 10:30-13:00
Mon Aug 31. San Agustín
Tue Sep 01. San Agustín
Wed Sep 02. San Agustín
Thu Sep 03. San Agustín
Fri Sep 04. Overland San Agustín to Tatacoa Desert via Neiva
Sat Sep 05. Tatacoa Desert
Sun Sep 06. Fly to Bogotá via Neiva 16:00-17:00 Latam
Mon Sep 07. Bogotá
Tue Sep 08. Fly Bogotá to Montreal 09:00-16:30 Air Canada
Hi there,
Three years ago during a trip to Java (no, I didn’t post in the wrong forum!), I came across the address of former miners who had switched to “tourism” and organized nighttime ascents of the Kawah Ijen volcano and descents into the crater.
So I was thinking—maybe there are miners on the salt flats too, either former or still active, who do the same thing. If you’ve had an experience like this, I’d love any tips you can share.
Thanks in advance.
Hi there, since there isn’t much recent info on how to get to MP, I’d love to know if there have been any improvements to the "route" to Hydroelectrica. Is it feasible to drive there in February? And is it still possible to walk all the way to Aguas Calientes? I think I read somewhere that it’s no longer allowed??
Do you think I can buy Machu Picchu entrance tickets last-minute at that time of year, given the weather?
A group of friends and I are heading to Brazil in March 2019 and we’d love to attend the Carnival parade. I could really use your help because I’m struggling to find reviews for online ticket sellers for Carnival.
I came across rio-carnival—is this a reliable agency?
Do you have other agencies to recommend or experiences to share?
Any advice is welcome.
