Je rentre de 3 semaines en Argentine ( du 15 janvier au 7 février )
Comme j'ai trouvé plein d' infos sur les forums, voici un petit compte rendu , si cela peu aider quelqu'un .
Nous avons voyagé de manière plutôt confortable ( vols intérieurs , location de voiture , hôtel avec piscine , bus de nuit première classe ) alors surement que pour les routards , ce ne sera pas tellement utile....
Comme il a fallu faire un choix, on a fait le nord . Mais comme on voulait quand même un peu de Pantagonie nous sommes allés à la péninsule Valdes et c' est un bon compromis .
Donc en résumé 3/ 4 jours Buenos aires , 3 jours Valdes, 3 jours Iguazu ( on peut le faire en 2 mais on voulait une journée pour se reposer ) 1 semaine autour de Salta, 3 jours vers Talampaya retour dernier jour à BA.
Jour 1 à 4 Buenos aires ( du 15 au 18 janvier )
Le Transfert par taxi de l aéroport coûte 220 pesos ( taux de change environ 1 euro pour 6.5 pesos )
Les hôtels à Buenos aires sont assez chers , nous sommes restés dans le quartier de Palermo qui est vraiment sympa ( très coloré, safe, plein de petit restos sympas )
Nous sommes restés à l hôtel Palermo que je recommande vivement ( accueil sympa , très charmant , bien situé petite piscine dans un beau jardin mais chambres très petites par contre )
Même si c'est super touristique ( mais ça ne nous pose aucun problème ) un bon moyen d' avoir un bon aperçu panoramique de toute la ville la première journée , est de prendre les bus jaunes vers la place 9 de Mayo ( équivalent des bus rouges à Paris qui font un tour complet de la ville avec commentaires dans sa langue, possibilité de descendre et de remonter dans les principaux points d'intérêts , prix 120 pesos pour la journée )
Nous avons fait les principaux endroits indiqués dans les guides avec un coup de cœur pour le musée d' art sud américain ( Malba ) ... L' occasion de voir plein d'oeuvres d' artistes qu' on ne voit pas souvent en France , très colorés . Super !!
Et puis, bien sur, le Montmarte local , el Caminito .... Vraiment unique en son genre même si il y a beaucoup de touristes , c est à mon avis un must do !!!
Le jour 4 au soir nous avons pris un bus de nuit pour la Péninsule Valdes, dans la ville principale de Puerto Madryn ( compagnie Andesmar )
Départ vers 19h 30 arrivé vers 13h 30 je crois .... Tous les détails de toutes les compagnies sont sur www. plataforma10 .com
En règle général , si on aime un peu son confort , vraiment ne pas hésiter à prendre les lits ( cama ) , ce n'est pas beaucoup plus cher et la différence est flagrante, surtout pour les longs trajets ( une fois il n'y avait plus de place et nous avons pris les semi camas, c'était vraiment horrible )
Éviter aussi les places près des toilettes et en face de la télé ( en général au premier rang à l étage inférieur en première classe, prendre donc les places du fond en bas , sur Andesmar les premières sont en bas )
A Puerto Madryn, nous sommes restés à l hôtel la Posada et c'était très bien ( un peu excentré mais le trajet en taxi pour le centre dure 5 minutes et ne coûte que 20 pesos )
L ' avantage est que l 'hôtel à une super piscine dans un grand jardin, super après les excursions... Il est , de plus, très mignon et offre toutes sortes de services ( possibilités de booker les excursions et transferts sur place )
En gros , sur la péninsule , tous les guides recommandent de faire 1 jour la péninsule et l' autre jour Ponta Tombo avec sa colonie de pingouins.
Nous avons opté cette fois si de passer par une excursion par agence ( environ 300 / 350 pesos chaque excursion ) mais voici un bon conseil : prendre sans hésiter l ' excursion péninsule ( vous allez directement à l 'essentiel sans rien rater et ça vous évite de faire des km en voiture en passant à côté des spots importants ) mais éviter celle de Ponta Tumbo ( car la plupart des agences proposent un combiné Ponta Tumbo , musée de paléontologie sans grand intérêt et cette ville super boring de Gaiman ( désolé pour le franglais ) , descendants des Gallois ou l' on vous amène dans un salon de thé pour mémère pour vous faire goûter des gâteaux gallois.... nul!!!! )
L' idéal serait de trouver une excursion qui ne fasse QUE Ponta Tombo ( car ça c'est vraiment incontournable ) ou de louer une voiture pour la journée .
Avec du recul, je serais resté une journée supplémentaire pour se reposer et profiter de cette belle piscine. ( arrivé jour 5 excursions jours 6 et 7 )
Le jour 8 nous avons pris l' avion pour Iguazu ( aerolinas avec changement à Buenos Aires )
Compter 2 jours complets sur place ( nous en avons pris 3 pour buller au bord de la piscine une journée )
La visite côté Argentin ( de loin la meilleure à mon avis ) dure 6h et brésilien environ 2 à 3 h .
Si vous ne voulez pas vous embêter avec les bus locaux, la plupart des taxis vous proposent l' aller retour pour 100 pesos... Ça vaut le coup, on a prit le même chauffeur pour les 2 jours, il nous a amené et est venu nous rechercher à une heure convenue.
Le jour 12 on a prit un vol direct Iguazu Salta par aerolinas et visité salta en arrivant.
Jour 13 à 18 : location d'une voiture ( golf 2300 pesos via economybookings.com , km illimités )
Malgré tout ce que j'ai pu lire , il n'a pas plu une seule goutte ( censé être la saison des pluies) et notre petite golf est passée partout.
Nous avons fait les circuits classiques nord et sud ( salta cafayate calchi . juyjuy tilcara)
Vraiment superbe, paysages très variés et grandioses. Rester sans hésiter à tilcara ( hôtel vientonorte ) au lieu de purmamaca ... Belle balade de 5 h jusqu'à la cascade .... À cafayate je vous recommande vraiment l' hôtel Los Sauces .
En revenant de la boucle sud, plutôt que de repasser une nuit à salta , roulez jusqu à Juyjuy ( pas la plus jolie mais comme ça le lendemain , vous vous focalisez sur la salines grandes )
Contactez moi si vous voulez plus d'info.
Jour 18 : bus de nuit jusqu' à La Rioja suivi d' un transfert de 4 heures pour Villa union, point de départ pour visiter les parcs de Talampaya, vallée de la Luna et Laguna Brava.
Par contre , ne faites pas comme nous, impossible de trouver une voiture de location à la Rioja donc soit vous vous y prenez plus en avance , soit vous prenez un bus pour une ville plus importante , mais toujours pas trop loin des parcs ( peut être san Augustin ? )
Nous avons du galèrer avec les bus locaux pas très fréquents et passer par des excursions organisés par les agences.... Mais bon, ça vaut quand même le coup.
Bus de nuit pour retourner à Buenos aires
Voilà , n' hésiter pas à me contacter si vous voulez plus d'info.
En gros , c'est un très beau pays, très varié, mais si vous êtes du genre à vous reposer sur une plage et à passer des vacances faciles ( ce qui est plutôt mon cas à priori ) c' est pas du tout l'endroit ( mais bon, je ne regrette pas du tout).
Prévoir un certain budget ( presque les même prix qu'en Europe sans avoir du tout le même standard ) et du temps ..... En 3 semaines on a pu faire les basics que de la moitié du pays.
Bon voyage
Bruno
Bonjour,
Merci beaucoup pour ce retour d'expérience qui va grandement m'aider pour la préparation d'un voyage jusqu'en Patagonie chilienne et argentine selon sensiblement les mêmes critères. Je n'arrive pas vraiment à décider quelle est la meilleure période pour effectuer ce périple, sachant que nous disposerions d'environ 6 semaines. As-tu eu beaucoup de difficultés à te loger en février? J'aime bien l'idée d'être là-bas à cette période mais il semble que cela corresponde aux congés des Argentins, donc rareté des disponibilités et augmentation des prix! Et semble-t-il trop tard pour voir des baleines?
Bonjour,
En fait on a pas du tout eu de problèmes, on ne réservait que quelques jours avant via tripadvisor;
un petit bémol pour Iguazu qui est très visité, on s' y est prit un peu avant;
on était souvent assez seul la plupart du temps, je pense que les Argentins vont surtout dans des endroits genre, mar de plata , sur la côte j'ai entendu dire.
Pour les baleines , oui ce n'est pas la période mais bon, on a quand même apprécié
Bon voyage
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Hi everyone,
We’re planning 40 days in Uruguay and Argentina in February and March, trying to avoid as much rain as possible.
We’re thinking of starting in Buenos Aires, then heading to Bariloche, and from there flying to Córdoba, Mendoza, or Salta. Maybe by bus or renting a car to explore each region.
Do you have any suggestions or tips for us? We love picturesque, historic cities and landscapes. As seasoned travelers, we’re used to planning our trips ourselves.
Thanks in advance!
Hello,
my wife and I will be in Cusco for a week in March 2027.
I’d like to organize the visit to the site on our own, combining the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu.
We’d leave Cusco on Day 1 to arrive at the site in the morning, then stay in Aguas Calientes or Ollantaytambo, and on Day 2 return to Cusco while visiting the Sacred Valley.
Is this doable?
Looking forward to hearing from you.
Cédric.
Hello,
We’re spending 3 weeks in Rio between February 20 and March 15, 2027, to visit our son and daughter-in-law. We’re thinking of one or two "escapes" from Rio—3-day trips to get away from the city (so not too far, max 3–4 hours by car or bus). We’re all ears for suggestions! We love beautiful nature and authentic experiences, not so much the touristy spots... even though those spots are often in beautiful places, we’d rather avoid them.
Thanks for your insights!
Catherine
Hello,
we’re arriving in Fortaleza on February 14, 2027, and planning to rent a car to drive to João Pessoa in two stages. We’ll leave from there on the 20th or 21st to head to Rio. Our questions:
- Which stop between Fortaleza and João Pessoa would be the most enjoyable?
- How long does it take to drive from Fortaleza to João Pessoa?
- Are there any easy hikes (no guide needed) around João Pessoa?
Thanks for all your replies—I’m hoping for lots!
Catherine
Hi there,
I’m planning a trip with my partner (no kids this time—thanks, Grandma!) for two weeks to celebrate her 40th birthday. I’ve been thinking about Chile. We’re looking at leaving around September 18, 2027, starting in the south and returning in early April.
Here’s what I had in mind:
8 nights in a van in the Lake District and the start of the Carretera Austral (up to the Chaitén area). We’re set to arrive in Puerto Montt around 2:00 PM. We don’t want to go too far south since we’re planning to explore the heart of Patagonia (Chile and Argentina) with the kids when they’re older. The idea is to spend 3 nights discovering the lakes (up to Cochamó) and 3 nights in Pumalín Park. I’ve also added two transition nights.
7 nights in the Atacama to experience another side of Chile (San Pedro), taking a domestic flight from Puerto Montt to Calama in the early afternoon. We’ll depart for France in the early evening from Santiago.
IMPORTANT NOTICE for those planning to take a bus to another city, state, or destination from Salvador!
Starting January 20, 2026, the intercity bus station Rodoviária is changing its address!
The Rodoviária is leaving the Iguatemi area and will now be located in ÁGUAS CLARAS (about twenty kilometers from downtown Salvador).
A brand-new station (the most modern in Brazil) has just been set up there, accessible by car/taxi/Uber/metro.
Allow for much more transfer time (especially during rush hours), so leave early if you're heading to Chapada Diamantina or other Brazilian cities by bus.
Remember, there are also private transfers (even French-speaking ones) that can take you directly from your hotel in Salvador to your hotel in Chapada. Sure, it’ll be more expensive, but you’ll save on transfer time and comfort.
Tropical greetings from Salvador,
@ivanbahiaguide
Loyal member of the French-Speaking Brazil Forums for over 15 years already 😊 🇧🇷
Hello,
We’re thinking of spending 1 month in Chile, maybe doing a loop?
From 12/23 to 01/22.
What are the must-see sights, given we’re more interested in the country’s cultural side than the beaches?
Thanks
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?